Von der Leyen's fragile alliance put to the test over US trade deal
11 Sep EU Institutions

Von der Leyen's fragile alliance put to the test over US trade deal

The Commission chief’s State of the Union defence of the pact she negotiated with Donald Trump drew fire from across the political spectrum. But the real battle is over whether the pro-EU majority will keep her second term afloat.
by Federica Di Sario
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Parliament week ahead: Brexit tops the agenda
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01 Apr 19
People with disabilities facing multiple hurdles to vote in EU elections
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01 Apr 19
Romania’s Social Democratic Party reveals EU elections nominees
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29 Mar 19
Workers’ rights being violated across Europe, says report
Countries across Europe are “struggling to comply” with their international legal obligations concerning rights for workers, according to a new report.
29 Mar 19
Issue 492 | 29 March 2019
29 Mar 19
EU-Oman: Peace through open books
As a special guest at the leading French book fair, Oman took the opportunity to remind attendees of its long history in both literature and cordial relations with France.
29 Mar 19
EU-Oman: Small and effective
In a time of a changing world order, where smaller countries lack certainty, Oman should be a member of a League of Small Pioneers, argues Dr Haroon Sheikh.
29 Mar 19
EU-Oman: Changing Mindsets
The business world is dynamic and evolving; the ability of Oman’s entrepreneurial community to respond to challenges will determine its future success, explains Khalil Al Khonji.
29 Mar 19
EU-Oman: All roads lead to Oman
Oman is a unique country, in a unique location that bridges Africa and Asia and is increasingly building relations with Europe, explains David McAllister.
29 Mar 19
EU-Oman: Omani credit rating turning the corner
Recent issues with Oman’s bond rating on the financial markets are short term, with strong signs that the worst is over, reports Colin Mackay.
29 Mar 19
MEPs demand probe into corruption in Malta and Slovakia
MEPs have demanded an independent inquiry into alleged continuing corruption in Malta and Slovakia.
28 Mar 19
MEPs praise new single-use plastics rules to tackle marine litter
MEPs and the European Commission have welcomed Parliament’s adoption of “ambitious” measures to tackle marine litter coming from the 10 single-use plastic products most often found on European beaches.
28 Mar 19
Donald Tusk: UK ‘betraying the increasing majority’ pushing to abandon Brexit
European Council President Donald Tusk has accused the UK of “betraying” the “increasing majority” now pushing for the UK to stay in the EU.
27 Mar 19
Guy Verhofstadt lambasts EPP group, says it has ‘lost all credibility’
The EPP, Parliament’s largest group, has “lost all credibility and moral authority to lead the EU”, according to Guy Verhofstadt.
26 Mar 19
Philippe Lamberts launches blistering attack on UK Premier Theresa May
Belgian MEP Philippe Lamberts has made scathing comments about UK Prime Minister Theresa May, saying she “must be devoid of the basic human skills needed for a leader.”
26 Mar 19
Parliament gears up for final copyright directive vote
The protracted legislative passage of the controversial EU copyright directive will reach its conclusion today when Parliament votes on the provisional deal.
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25 Mar 19
Donald Tusk welcomes Brexit extension
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22 Mar 19
MEPs hail UK citizens’ petition to scrap Brexit as signatures reach 3 million
Senior UK MEPs have lauded the success of an online petition that calls for Brexit to be scrapped, as the number of signatories reach the three million mark.
22 Mar 19
World Water Day 2019: Quality on tap
On the occasion of World Water Day 2019, Rory Palmer writes that the Drinking Water Directive is our opportunity to address the modern challenges of supplying high-quality water to our citizens.
22 Mar 19
Alyn Smith: ‘Dark forces’ seeking to undermine European elections
Scottish MEP Alyn Smith has warned that “dark forces are seeking to undermine the European Parliament elections” and that the “ingredients of Brexit exist in every European country.”
21 Mar 19
Guy Verhofstadt appeals to British Prime Minister Theresa May to put country before party politics
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21 Mar 19
Time to bring Google Shopping case to a close
Despite this week's €1.49bn fine by the European Commision, more needs to be done to help European businesses compete against online search giant Google, argues Ramon Tremosa i Balcells
21 Mar 19
MEP Awards 2019: Heartfelt reactions from our winners
Last night “Europe’s Oscars” took place at the Concert Noble in Brussels, to celebrate the hard work and dedication of Parliament’s members across a multitude of policy fields.