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
Op-ed: Europe can defend its liberal democracy if it reclaims common ground
09 May Foreign & Security Policy
Op-ed: Europe can defend its liberal democracy if it reclaims common ground
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
Verhofstadt: No real Brexit negotiations until after UK general election
03 May
Verhofstadt: No real Brexit negotiations until after UK general election
Addressing the constitutional affairs committee, Parliament's chief Brexit negotiator told MEPs the recent build-up of tension between Brussels and London did not surprise him.
Brexit's impact on EU fisheries: The whale in the room
03 May
Brexit's impact on EU fisheries: The whale in the room
In light of Brexit, before it reforms its management systems, the EU must reach an agreement with the UK on fish stocks in the North Sea, writes Peter van Dalen.
CFP reform: Simplifying technical measures important - but fisheries activities must be safeguarded
03 May
CFP reform: Simplifying technical measures important - but fisheries activities must be safeguarded
Simplifying technical measures in line with CFP reform is an important aim, but it mustn't be to the detriment of fisheries activities, argues Gabriel Mato.
EU must ensure future of artisanal fisheries
03 May
EU must ensure future of artisanal fisheries
Fishermen must be involved in decision-making in order to successfully implement measures to safeguard fish stocks, says Renata Briano.
How to employ energy-efficient urban regeneration? A FosterREG response Partner Content
03 May
How to employ energy-efficient urban regeneration? A FosterREG response
Urban regeneration is not an easy task, but when sustainable energy is involved, it becomes more complicated. FosterREG shows how to overcome difficulties, says Paweł Nowakowski.
Should vaccines really be compulsory?
03 May
Should vaccines really be compulsory?
There is limited evidence that compulsory vaccination is the key to address vaccine rejection, says Piernicola Pedicini.
Issue 453/454 | 01 May 2017
02 May
Issue 453/454 | 01 May 2017
Eva Kaili interview, Palm Oil review, Brexit's impact on EU-UK research cooperation, Migration, EU Arctic Policy, Immunisation Week, Fisheries Policy, Obesity, 5 questions with Neena Gill and more...
CAP reform: a new chance for biotech innovation in agriculture Partner Content
02 May
CAP reform: a new chance for biotech innovation in agriculture
Continuing to deny the benefits of GM crops is unfair and counterproductive, argues Pedro Narro Sanchez.
Czech Prime Minister to step down
02 May
Czech Prime Minister to step down
Keep track of the latest appointments and developments in the European institutions, EU member states’ governments and public affairs.
Vaccination is a collective responsibility
02 May
Vaccination is a collective responsibility
Vaccination saves lives and we must not let fear mongers spread lies on the topic, writes Françoise Grossetête.
Success of vaccination programmes is based on citizens' trust in safety of vaccines Partner Content
02 May
Success of vaccination programmes is based on citizens' trust in safety of vaccines
There's a conflict of interest at the heart of post-authorisation vaccine evaluation research, argues Jim McMenamin.
Movers and Shakers | 2 May 2017
02 May
Movers and Shakers | 2 May 2017
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column. on 2 May 2017
Brexit talks tense up as EU27 endorse divorce terms
02 May
Brexit talks tense up as EU27 endorse divorce terms
A war of words has broken out after EU leaders took no time in endorsing a set of divorce terms for Britain at a summit in Brussels on Saturday.
Eva Kaili: We shouldn't have a hard Brexit
02 May
Eva Kaili: We shouldn't have a hard Brexit
Eva Kaili on the importance of investing in science and research, why Brexit should exclude scientific cooperation, and why she doesn't want online platforms to censor fake news.
Eurobarometer: Majority of Europeans support EU membership
28 Apr
Eurobarometer: Majority of Europeans support EU membership
Belonging to the EU is a good thing, according to the latest Eurobarometer survey of Europeans' attitudes.
Arctic shipping: Why Europe must say No to heavy fuel oil
28 Apr
Arctic shipping: Why Europe must say No to heavy fuel oil
It's time to ban the use of heavy fuel oil in Arctic waters before it does any more harm to our environment, writes Sirpa Pietikäinen.
EU to 'play hard ball' in Brexit talks
28 Apr
EU to 'play hard ball' in Brexit talks
The European Union has signalled it will take a tough stance in the upcoming Brexit negotiations with the UK.
EPP and Ukip under fire for calls for EU-wide burka ban
28 Apr
EPP and Ukip under fire for calls for EU-wide burka ban
Some MEPs have been condemned over their calls for an EU-wide ban on the burka.
Migration crisis: What future for Calais border?
28 Apr
Migration crisis: What future for Calais border?
As the migration crisis shows no sign of abating, local authorities are being forced to handle the brunt of it.
EU labour markets must adapt to the digital era
28 Apr
EU labour markets must adapt to the digital era
Digitalisation presents opportunities and challenges in the changing world of work, writes Brando Benifei.
Paul Nuttall is running in the UK general elections
27 Apr
Paul Nuttall is running in the UK general elections
Keep track of the latest appointments and developments in the European institutions and public affairs.
Parliament endorses Ildikó Gáll-Pelcz as member of the Court of Auditors.
27 Apr
Parliament endorses Ildikó Gáll-Pelcz as member of the Court of Auditors.
Keep track of the latest appointments and developments in the European institutions and public affairs.
Jobs and Growth: Can innovative structural reforms help the EU shift into a higher gear?
27 Apr
Jobs and Growth: Can innovative structural reforms help the EU shift into a higher gear?
New EU wide programme will support member states in implementing structural reforms, writes Lambert van Nistelrooij.
Hotspot approach has helped improve migration management - but serious challenges remain
27 Apr
Hotspot approach has helped improve migration management - but serious challenges remain
According to the European Court of Auditors, the EU's hotspot approach for irregular migrants arriving in Italy and Greece has helped to significantly improve the registration, identification and security checking of migrants.