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
EU justice scoreboard 2017: Use of ICT still limited in judicial systems
10 Apr
EU justice scoreboard 2017: Use of ICT still limited in judicial systems
The use of ICT tools in judicial systems is still limited in some EU countries, says an overview of the judiciary in member states.
Verhofstadt: Citizens' rights to be top priority in Brexit talks
10 Apr
Verhofstadt: Citizens' rights to be top priority in Brexit talks
Parliament’s ALDE group leader Guy Verhofstadt says that “prioritising the rights of citizens” will be top of the agenda in the upcoming Brexit talks.
Committee guide: Climate is an absolute priority for TRAN
10 Apr
Committee guide: Climate is an absolute priority for TRAN
The transport committee’s work has a direct impact on people’s everyday lives, and is therefore committed to communicating as clearly as possible with citizens, says Karima Delli.
Movers and Shakers | 10 April 2017
10 Apr
Movers and Shakers | 10 April 2017
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column. on 10 April 2017
Committee guide: IMCO committed to ensuring future-proof EU markets
10 Apr
Committee guide: IMCO committed to ensuring future-proof EU markets
Members of Parliament’s internal market and consumer protection are committed to ensuring the single market runs smoothly and meets the demands of an ever-changing world, writes Vicky Ford.
Committee guide: INTA committee working hard to hold the Commission to account on trade deals
10 Apr
Committee guide: INTA committee working hard to hold the Commission to account on trade deals
Parliament’s international trade committee is hard at work on holding the Commission to account on EU trade deals, says Bernd Lange.
Council of Europe publishes annual report on implementation of ECHR judgements
10 Apr
Council of Europe publishes annual report on implementation of ECHR judgements
Prison overcrowding in several European countries and boosting judicial independence in Ukraine are among the issues highlighted in a new Council of Europe report.
Refugee crisis: Anti-people smuggling efforts a success, says Europol
10 Apr
Refugee crisis: Anti-people smuggling efforts a success, says Europol
A new report by Europol claims that European operations to combat people smuggling in the refugee crisis are a success.
Petition urges EU governments to adopt European environmental standards
07 Apr
Petition urges EU governments to adopt European environmental standards
A new report says that effective air pollution limits could save more than 20,000 lives every year even though national governments are said to be threatening to veto EU measures to tackle toxic pollution.
The car industry needs to clean up and reinvent itself - with our support
07 Apr
The car industry needs to clean up and reinvent itself - with our support
The aftershocks of dieselgate are still being felt, but together the Commission and Parliament are moving forward on effective legislation, says Elżbieta Bieńkowska.
Innovation and R&D are the keys to a healthier future Partner Content
07 Apr
Innovation and R&D are the keys to a healthier future
Innovation and R&D are the keys to a healthier future, explains Nathalie Moll.
Committee guide: ITRE committee committed to long-term prosperity of EU citizens
07 Apr
Committee guide: ITRE committee committed to long-term prosperity of EU citizens
The long-term prosperity of EU citizens is at the heart of the ITRE committee's agenda, explains Jerzy Buzek.
Dijsselbloem faces further calls to resign as Eurogroup chief
06 Apr
Dijsselbloem faces further calls to resign as Eurogroup chief
Eurogroup President Jeroen Dijsselbloem's rejection of invitations to speak to Parliament and his recent remarks in the press, have been severely criticised by political groups.
EU can compete at highest levels of bioeconomy Partner Content
06 Apr
EU can compete at highest levels of bioeconomy
Europe can compete at the highest levels of the bioeconomy, says Philippe Mengal.
Committee guide: CAP reform requires extensive public consultations
06 Apr
Committee guide: CAP reform requires extensive public consultations
Simplifying the CAP without decreasing its funding will be a key focus for Parliament's agriculture committee, writes Czesław Adam Siekierski.
CETA is an opportunity the EU cannot miss
05 Apr
CETA is an opportunity the EU cannot miss
Once the benefits of CETA are tangible, people will realise its worth, says Jacek P. Krawczyk.
European Parliament kicks off Brexit debate
05 Apr
European Parliament kicks off Brexit debate
On April 5, the European Parliament held a plenary debate on the Negotiations with the United Kingdom following its notification that it intends to withdraw from the European Union and subsequently adopted a joint motion for a resolution on their position. 
5 questions with... Andrey Novakov
05 Apr
5 questions with... Andrey Novakov
Winston Churchill, young entrepreneurs and taking inspiration from past leaders.
Committee guide: It's time to rethink the EU budget
05 Apr
Committee guide: It's time to rethink the EU budget
When considering the future EU budget, we must figure out what kind of EU it is that we want, says Jean Arthuis.
EU must realise circular economy's full potential Partner Content
05 Apr
EU must realise circular economy's full potential
The EU must realise the circular economy package's full potential, argues Alexis Van Maercke.
Committee guide: Time for youth to get involved in environment debate
05 Apr
Committee guide: Time for youth to get involved in environment debate
Parliament's environment, public health and food safety committee can look forward to a packed agenda of legislative initiatives and negotiations, writes Adina-Ioana Vălean.
CETA is a major success story for the EU
04 Apr
CETA is a major success story for the EU
The success of CETA has given the EU a boost for future trade and political deals, writes Charles Tannock.
Why support for CETA still matters
04 Apr
Why support for CETA still matters
Until all national parliaments ratify CETA, it is crucial that we continue generating support for this landmark deal, says Artis Pabriks.
Committee guide: From refugees to SDGs: The challenges of EU development
04 Apr
Committee guide: From refugees to SDGs: The challenges of EU development
The first half of this mandate secured some important victories, but the coming years are set to be particularly challenging, writes Linda McAvan.