Relations with Russia at ‘lowest point’ in many years, says NATO secretary general Jens Stoltenberg
14 Jun International & Trade

Relations with Russia at ‘lowest point’ in many years, says NATO secretary general Jens Stoltenberg

Comments come as US President Joe Biden flies in to Brussels for ‘pivotal’ Alliance summit.
by Martin Banks
How a complex web of Russian money could be compromising the EU’s youngest member
10 Jun International & Trade
How a complex web of Russian money could be compromising the EU’s youngest member
Senior Greens MEP sounds warning over Biden’s ‘charm offensive’ towards Europe
10 Jun International & Trade
Senior Greens MEP sounds warning over Biden’s ‘charm offensive’ towards Europe
Lukashenko has ‘overstepped many red lines’ says EU foreign affairs chief
09 Jun International & Trade
Lukashenko has ‘overstepped many red lines’ says EU foreign affairs chief
Technology for a greener world Event Coverage
07 Jun International & Trade
Technology for a greener world
Leading ICT companies are working hard to deliver on the European Green Deal and, as Martin Banks reports, they include Chinese tech giant Huawei which is doing its bit to improve global ecology.
Migration demands commitment and compassion
02 Jun International & Trade
Migration demands commitment and compassion
Given recent concerns, the King of Morocco has again reiterated his country’s unequivocal support for efforts to address migration issues, including the rapid repatriation of unaccompanied minors, hears Colin Mackay.
EU-Artic Strategy: Not a capitalist playground
02 Jun International & Trade
EU-Artic Strategy: Not a capitalist playground
If we want to save our planet, then we must save the Arctic, argues Alviina Alametsä.
EU-Artic Strategy: Northern exposure
02 Jun International & Trade
EU-Artic Strategy: Northern exposure
We need more Arctic in the EU, and more EU in the Arctic, explains Anna Fotyga.
EU-Artic Policy: Keeping cool heads
02 Jun International & Trade
EU-Artic Policy: Keeping cool heads
EU policymakers must work to ensure that existing geopolitical frictions aren’t transferred into the Arctic, warns Andreas Schieder.
European Development Fund: Supporting education in crisis situations
31 May International & Trade
European Development Fund: Supporting education in crisis situations
The safe access of children to education can help unlock long-lasting change in crisis-torn regions, explains former Bulgarian ALDE MEP Mariela Baeva.
In technology we trust Event Coverage
27 May International & Trade
In technology we trust
Martin Banks reports on a recent event that looked at how rebuilding public trust in emerging technologies will be crucial to Europe’s recovery.
Why trust matters in the digital age Thought Leader
27 May International & Trade
Why trust matters in the digital age
The success of the global economy depends on common standards that build trust in digital technologies, writes Catherine Chen.
Belarusian opposition leader urges EU to step up action against ‘brutal’ Lukashenko regime
26 May International & Trade
Belarusian opposition leader urges EU to step up action against ‘brutal’ Lukashenko regime
Speaking to Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya called for an international conference to be convened immediately to discuss the “crisis” situation in her homeland.
EU slaps sanctions on Belarus after 'hijacking' of commercial aircraft
25 May International & Trade
EU slaps sanctions on Belarus after 'hijacking' of commercial aircraft
Belarusian airlines have been banned from European skies and European airlines have been asked not to fly over Belarus after a Ryanair flight was diverted to Minsk and a dissident journalist arrested.
Pressure mounts on EU to take strong action against Belarus over airliner ‘hijack’ and journalist’s detention
24 May International & Trade
Pressure mounts on EU to take strong action against Belarus over airliner ‘hijack’ and journalist’s detention
EU leaders set to discuss response to ‘state-sponsored terror act’ at summit in Brussels.
New WTO chief calls for more ‘flexibility’ on access to COVID vaccines for developing countries
21 May International & Trade
New WTO chief calls for more ‘flexibility’ on access to COVID vaccines for developing countries
MEPs back measures to scale up global production through patent waivers.
Issue 536 | 24 May 2021
21 May International & Trade
Issue 536 | 24 May 2021
The latest edition of The Parliament Magazine is now available to read online for free.
European Parliament adopts highly critical report on Turkey
20 May International & Trade
European Parliament adopts highly critical report on Turkey
Spanish MEP Nacho Sánchez Amor, who is rapporteur on the file, said the report was “the toughest yet in Parliament’s criticism of the situation in Turkey.”
MEPs give cautious welcome to UK proposals for Irish Sea border checks for food products
20 May International & Trade
MEPs give cautious welcome to UK proposals for Irish Sea border checks for food products
The border checks, the details of which are contained in a Northern Ireland Protocol roadmap, will be brought in in four stages from October.
MEPs call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza Strip to avoid further civilian casualties
20 May International & Trade
MEPs call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza Strip to avoid further civilian casualties
The demand came during a debate in Parliament on Tuesday on the recent upsurge in violence between Israel and Palestine.
The world can only beat AIDS by ending the inequalities that drive the epidemic, argue Winnie Byanyima and Tomas Tobé
20 May International & Trade
The world can only beat AIDS by ending the inequalities that drive the epidemic, argue Winnie Byanyima and Tomas Tobé
COVID-19 pandemic threatening progress towards ending AIDS by 2030, warn UNAIDS Executive Director and Chair of the European Parliament’s Development Committee.
Why waiving patents on vaccines is not a good idea
14 May International & Trade
Why waiving patents on vaccines is not a good idea
Although noble in intent, the decision could ultimately undermine Europe’s leadership in pharmaceutical research, argues Gianna Gancia.
Scottish elections: the problems with Scexit
12 May International & Trade
Scottish elections: the problems with Scexit
The result of the elections to the Scottish Parliament has effectively denied Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland’s First Minister, a mandate for a second independence referendum, argues former MEP Struan Stevenson.
Keeping a light on for Scotland
12 May International & Trade
Keeping a light on for Scotland
Scotland now has two Unions to choose from - isolation and economic crisis with the UK run by Boris Johnson, or independence in Europe with the solidarity of a global A-Team, argues former MEP Alyn Smith.
The future of the Airbus-Boeing dispute PM+
11 May International & Trade
The future of the Airbus-Boeing dispute
The EU and US need to come together and reach an agreement on the future of not only the aviation sector but of their trade relationship altogether.
Issue 535 | 10 May 2021
10 May International & Trade
Issue 535 | 10 May 2021
The latest edition of The Parliament Magazine is now available to read online for free.
MEPs pay tribute to Pablo Iglesias in wake of decision to quit politics
05 May International & Trade
MEPs pay tribute to Pablo Iglesias in wake of decision to quit politics
The former Spanish deputy announced his retirement from domestic politics following his party’s failure in the regional elections in Spain.
MEPs see upcoming Biden visit to Europe as chance to reinvigorate transatlantic relations
05 May International & Trade
MEPs see upcoming Biden visit to Europe as chance to reinvigorate transatlantic relations
US President Joe Biden will embark on his first overseas trip in office in June with the aim of demonstrating his administration’s commitment to the transatlantic alliance and reengagement with key allies.