Sánchez walks a tightrope as Spain commits to NATO target
08 May Foreign & Security Policy

Sánchez walks a tightrope as Spain commits to NATO target

With Spain pledging to spend 2% of its GDP on defence, PM Pedro Sánchez faces scepticism as he stretches the definition of military spending. Around Europe, not everyone is impressed.
by Arno Van Rensbergen
Russian gas phaseout: Why going cold turkey is easier said than done
07 May EU Institutions
Russian gas phaseout: Why going cold turkey is easier said than done
Op-ed: EU's Russian speakers are an opportunity, not a risk
07 May Culture & Arts
Op-ed: EU's Russian speakers are an opportunity, not a risk
EU risks over-reliance on Turkey for defence
05 May Foreign & Security Policy
EU risks over-reliance on Turkey for defence
Unlocking the hidden potential of waste water
23 Mar
Unlocking the hidden potential of waste water
It’s time we adapted our water management to the challenges we face – that includes tapping the potential in water, says Pernille Weiss.

A racism emergency
20 Mar
A racism emergency
Recent events on the Greek-Turkish border have demonstrated that much remains to be done in the fight against racism in Europe; deep and farreaching measures are urgently required, says Julie Pascoët.
Movers and Shakers | 20 March 2020
20 Mar
Movers and Shakers | 20 March 2020
Sassoli: EU’s COVID-19 measures ‘comparable to Marshall Plan in WW2’
20 Mar
Sassoli: EU’s COVID-19 measures ‘comparable to Marshall Plan in WW2’
Next Thursday MEPs will debate and vote on the first three legislative proposals of the European Commission to tackle the Coronavirus crisis.
Why Coronavirus means the EU must suspend its palm oil ban Partner Content
20 Mar
Why Coronavirus means the EU must suspend its palm oil ban
In light of Coronavirus, the EU must suspend its proposed palm oil ban – for the sake of its own economy and millions of Malaysia’s poorest, argues Youssef Kobo.
EU to create strategic stockpile of medical equipment in fight against Coronavirus
20 Mar
EU to create strategic stockpile of medical equipment in fight against Coronavirus
European reserve will include ventilators and reusable protective masks.
In conversation with... Jan-Philipp Beck Partner Content
20 Mar
In conversation with... Jan-Philipp Beck
We are working to strengthen health innovation in Europe and to create an environment where fresh thinking in healthcare can thrive, says Jan-Philipp Beck, CEO of EIT Health.
Parliament to hold COVID-19 crisis plenary with remote voting
19 Mar
Parliament to hold COVID-19 crisis plenary with remote voting
The extraordinary plenary session, which will take place on March 26, will see MEPs use a remote voting system for the first time.
Harnessing the momentum
19 Mar
Harnessing the momentum
A European Union that gives women equal opportunities to reach their full potential will be more resilient and powerful. The newly launched EU Gender Equality Strategy takes a huge stride in this direction, writes Cindy Franssen.
Michel Barnier tests positive for COVID-19
19 Mar
Michel Barnier tests positive for COVID-19
With the European Union's chief Brexit negotiator now in self-isolation, having contracted Coronavirus, questions now abound over a possible extension of the Brexit transition period.
A new chapter in EU gender equality
19 Mar
A new chapter in EU gender equality
After many years of deadlock in the area of gender equality, the launch of the new EU Gender Equality Strategy shows that we have finally turned a page. But it’s just the beginning, writes Maria Noichl.
Europe battens down hatches as new Coronavirus epicentre
18 Mar
Europe battens down hatches as new Coronavirus epicentre
With most of Europe now in lockdown, MEPs and national politicians are under enormous pressure to deliver a response that can save lives and safeguard the economy.
Belgium enters Coronavirus lockdown
18 Mar
Belgium enters Coronavirus lockdown
People in Belgium have been told to stay at home from midday today until April 5.
Stigma and chronic pain
18 Mar
Stigma and chronic pain
Chronic pain is a huge problem; not just because of its debilitating effects on those afflicted but also because of the associated stigma, writes Jeroen Lenaers.
Prioritising brain research
18 Mar
Prioritising brain research
The EU needs a vision that addresses brain research as one key priority, argue MEPs Tomislav Sokol, Petra De Sutter and Frédérique Ries.
The noncommunicable disease pandemic Partner Content
18 Mar
The noncommunicable disease pandemic
Europe can make an impact in the fight against brain conditions, says Monica di Luca.
In conversation with... Solange Peters Partner Content
18 Mar
In conversation with... Solange Peters
Europe must combine the resources of all cancer stakeholders as part of its comprehensive strategy to beat cancer, says Solange Peters, President of the European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).
EU vaccine developers ‘overlooked’ in Coronavirus inoculation race
17 Mar
EU vaccine developers ‘overlooked’ in Coronavirus inoculation race
Some research centres and vaccine developers in Europe have been “overlooked” and are “missing out” in desperate efforts to curb the rapid spread of Coronavirus, it has been claimed.
Digital autonomy
17 Mar
Digital autonomy
We need to invest in our own digital sovereignty, writes Axel Voss.
European Commission proposes temporary ban on non-essential travel to EU
17 Mar
European Commission proposes temporary ban on non-essential travel to EU
Under the proposals, entry to the European Union at its external borders will be restricted for any non-EU national for an initial period of 30 days.
A European workforce fit for the digital age Partner Content
17 Mar
A European workforce fit for the digital age
Keeping Europe’s workers safe and healthy is the key to success in the digital age, explains Christa Sedlatschek.
In conversation with... Florian Pappenberger Partner Content
17 Mar
In conversation with... Florian Pappenberger
The relationship between weather forecasting and flood prediction is set to become stronger as both activities increasingly rely on an Earth system approach, says Florian Pappenberger, Director of Forecasts at the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF).
EU and Member States urged to ensure businesses survive Coronavirus
16 Mar
EU and Member States urged to ensure businesses survive Coronavirus
With the virus causing havoc in Europe and globally, there are growing concerns about the impact the outbreak will have on the business sector.
Making children’s voices heard
16 Mar
Making children’s voices heard
Children are entitled to the same rights as any other citizen; it is our duty as MEPs and society to remain vigilant and ensure that those rights are protected and promoted at all times, writes David Lega.