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
Op-ed: Bayrou’s fall exposes France’s need for a new political culture
12 Sep Member States
Op-ed: Bayrou’s fall exposes France’s need for a new political culture
Op-ed: EU pledges ‘drone wall’ as Russian threats grow — now it must deliver
10 Sep EU Institutions
Op-ed: EU pledges ‘drone wall’ as Russian threats grow — now it must deliver
After Paris summit, Europe’s security pledges face tough questions
09 Sep Foreign & Security Policy
After Paris summit, Europe’s security pledges face tough questions
14 Sep 18
Verhofstadt denies 'flip-flopping' over Spitzenkandidaten
Parliament’s ALDE group leader Guy Verhofstadt has moved to defend himself against accusations that he has “flip-flopped” over the election of the next European Commission President.
14 Sep 18
Why EU transport needs a modal shift
When seeking solutions to clean up urban transport, Europe should look to multi-modality, writes Dominique Riquet.
14 Sep 18
Secure and healthy ageing in EU: A myth or a reality?
Older people should not be perceived as a burden on society, writes Ivo Vajgl.
13 Sep 18
Macedonian Prime Minister: Our future is in the EU
The Prime Minister of the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia (FYROM) Zoran Zaev has told MEPs he believes his country is ready to start negotiations on EU accession.
13 Sep 18
5 questions with... Martina Dlabajová
Martina Dlabajová (ALDE, CZ) is a Vice-Chair of Parliament’s budgetary control committee.
13 Sep 18
State of the Union 2018: MEP reactions
European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker has triggered a wide range of reaction from MEPs to his last ever State of the Union in Strasbourg.
13 Sep 18
Parliament approves controversial EU copyright reform
MEPs have approved controversial EU copyright reform, which includes a proposal for a publishers’ neighbouring right.
12 Sep 18
EU Parliament backs sanctions against Hungary
A large majority of MEPs has approved plans to trigger Article 7 against Hungary, which is accused of seriously breaching EU values.
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12 Sep 18
Prevention and Care: European Atopic Eczema Awareness Day 14 September 2018
People living with atopic eczema need effective solutions for disease management and treatment, explains Carla Jones.
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12 Sep 18
Europe is heading towards a new era of smart air mobility
Europe is heading towards a new era of smart air mobility, explains Florian Guillermet.
12 Sep 18
Clean mobility: Embracing multimodality
European Mobility Week encourages us to experience the benefits of clean and active transport, explains Henrik Hololei.
12 Sep 18
Juncker's State of the Union: Europe must say no to nationalism, yes to patriotism
European Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker has told MEPs that an unstable world needs a “strong, united Europe.”
12 Sep 18
Why the copyright directive is crucial for a creative Europe
The EU copyright directive represents an invaluable chance to ensure that our artists, designers and musicians are able to continue creating in a fair and balanced environment in the future, writes Emma McClarkin.
11 Sep 18
Verhofstadt accused of being 'hugely opportunistic' over Spitzenkandidaten flip-flop
Parliament’s ALDE group leader Guy Verhofstadt has been accused of “breaking his word” that voters will indirectly decide the next Commission President.
11 Sep 18
Alexis Tsipras in latest future of Europe debate
Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras has urged member states to “turn away” from what he sees as a growing trend in “nationalist” tendencies, both in Europe and further afield.
11 Sep 18
Rohingya crisis: Damning UN report must be a turning point
Following a year of sympathetic words by the international community, it’s time for concrete action, writes Amjad Bashir.
11 Sep 18
Richard Corbett: Brexit talks are chaotic and catastrophic
Veteran MEP and leader of Parliament's UK Labour party grouping Richard Corbett explains why Brexit may not even happen.
11 Sep 18
Hungary sanctions vote 'too close to call'
MEPs will vote in Strasbourg on Wednesday on whether to invoke the so-called Article 7 mechanism against Hungary. The triggering of the article necessitates a two-thirds majority in the Parliament, and, if successful, allows for the use of sanctions such as limits on voting rights. 
10 Sep 18
Brexit: Barnier could be given new mandate
The EU could issue its chief Brexit negotiator Michel Barnier new instructions in order to reach agreement on a future partnership with the UK.
10 Sep 18
Intense lobbying continues ahead of EU copyright vote
World famous artist Wyclef Jean has joined others in urging MEPs to this week vote against a proposed reform of the EU copyright laws which has returned to the plenary following Parliament’s decision not to enter the interinstitutional negotiations.
10 Sep 18
September plenary: What to expect
MEPs have a busy week ahead, including Juncker's State of the Union speech and a vote on CO2 standards for cars and vans.
10 Sep 18
Swedish elections: Main blocs tied as far-right makes gains
The Swedish election result has been cautiously welcomed by MEPs.
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10 Sep 18
Hearing loss is the silent burden of Europe’s ageing population
Hearing loss is the silent burden of Europe’s ageing population, writes Ingeborg Hochmair.
10 Sep 18
Healthy ageing in the EU: A new balance
Technology could vastly improve the lives of old people, but their access to it must be improved, writes Lambert van Nistelrooij.