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
Jude Kirton-Darling: Sri Lanka must adhere to GSP+ standards
28 Jan
Jude Kirton-Darling: Sri Lanka must adhere to GSP+ standards
The EU’s Generalised Scheme of Preferences+ programme comes with appropriate conditions – these must be respected, writes Jude Kirton-Darling.
A visionary approach to delivering low-emission mobility
28 Jan
A visionary approach to delivering low-emission mobility
Europe’s refining industry can help meet the challenges of climate change and contribute to European industry’s overall competitiveness over the next 30 years, reports Rory Watson.
EU leaders voice concern over political crisis in Venezuela
25 Jan
EU leaders voice concern over political crisis in Venezuela
EU leaders have expressed concern about the current “dramatic” protests taking place in Venezuela.
AI in unmanned military systems: Finding opportunities amidst the challenges
25 Jan
AI in unmanned military systems: Finding opportunities amidst the challenges
At the annual European Defence Agency conference, EU policy makers highlighted both the opportunities and challenges that AI in unmanned military systems present.
Brexit Steering Group appeals to UK to ‘clarify position’ on Brexit
24 Jan
Brexit Steering Group appeals to UK to ‘clarify position’ on Brexit
Parliament’s Brexit Steering Group, including its leader Guy Verhofstadt, has urged the UK to “clarify its position” on Brexit.
Flourishing trade is bringing Ukraine and EU closer together Partner Content
24 Jan
Flourishing trade is bringing Ukraine and EU closer together
Ukraine has built a lasting partnership with the European Union, underpinned by trade and security, explains Ivanna Klympush-Tsintsadze.
A United Europe in Space
24 Jan
A United Europe in Space
Entering space 4.0, Europe’s agencies need to cooperate closely to maximise benefits, writes Johann-Dietrich Wörner.
TV documentary lifts lid on lead-up to Brexit referendum
24 Jan
TV documentary lifts lid on lead-up to Brexit referendum
A new TV documentary reveals how former UK Prime Minister David Cameron was pushed by the Conservative Party’s “fixation” with Europe to call the Brexit referendum.
No end to Brexit deadlock?
24 Jan
No end to Brexit deadlock?
MEPs from Parliament’s Brexit Steering Group have accused the UK Parliament of “not knowing what it wants” after the British House of Commons overwhelmingly voted against Prime Minister Theresa May’s Withdrawal Agreement.
UK could receive €13bn in regional development funding if it remains in EU
24 Jan
UK could receive €13bn in regional development funding if it remains in EU
A new study says that the UK would be entitled to approximately €13 billion of regional development funding for the post-2020 period should it stay in the EU.
Populist and nationalist parties pose ‘significant threat’ in EU elections, warns MEP
23 Jan
Populist and nationalist parties pose ‘significant threat’ in EU elections, warns MEP
Polish EPP MEP Danuta Huebner has warned of the “significant threat” posed by populist and nationalist political parties in the upcoming European elections.
Europe must be a runner in the race for space
23 Jan
Europe must be a runner in the race for space
The EU can no longer rely on others to ensure its technology has adequate access to space, writes Marian-Jean Marinescu.
Investing in Europe’s space ambitions is essential
23 Jan
Investing in Europe’s space ambitions is essential
The EU can, and should, be a leader in space technology. The right support will make the future a reality, writes Monika Hohlmeier.
For Europe, the sky is not the limit
23 Jan
For Europe, the sky is not the limit
By supporting the EU’s ambitions in space, we are backing a cutting-edge industry in Europe, writes Lowri Evans.
Scots MEP Alyn Smith calls for ‘certainty’ for British nationals living and working across EU
22 Jan
Scots MEP Alyn Smith calls for ‘certainty’ for British nationals living and working across EU
Veteran EU policymaker demands swift action to protect the post-Brexit rights of citizens in the event of a chaotic no-deal.
Romania urges EU to start accession talks with Western Balkans countries
22 Jan
Romania urges EU to start accession talks with Western Balkans countries
Romanian foreign minister Teodor Meleșcanu has urged the EU to press ahead with the start of accession talks with Western Balkans countries such as Albania during its Presidency.
Issue 487 | 21 January 2019
22 Jan
Issue 487 | 21 January 2019
Preview to the 11th Conference on Space Policy, Carbon Efficiency, Brexit, Copyright, Reducing Greenhouse Gas emissions from transport, Trade Policy, Transparency and Better Regulation, Viral Hepatitis, Animal Haelth, Artificial Intelligence and Defence, World Cancer Day, 5 Questions with...Ioan Mircea Pașcu and more
Ombudsman welcomes Parliament’s support for transparency work
22 Jan
Ombudsman welcomes Parliament’s support for transparency work
European Ombudsman Emily O'Reilly has welcomed Parliament’s “strong vote of support” for her recommendations to improve the transparency and accountability of EU national governments’ legislative work in Brussels.
MEPs to ‘get tough’ with haulage firms on live animal transportation
22 Jan
MEPs to ‘get tough’ with haulage firms on live animal transportation
MEPs will discuss plans this week to “get tough” with haulage firms who ignore EU rules on the transportation of live animals.
UK MEPs call on EU to ring-fence citizens’ rights post-Brexit
21 Jan
UK MEPs call on EU to ring-fence citizens’ rights post-Brexit
British MEPs from across the political divide have called on the EU to “ring-fence” citizens’ rights after the UK leaves the EU.
Parliament’s trade legislation: A look back and moving forward
21 Jan
Parliament’s trade legislation: A look back and moving forward
As we approach the end of this Parliament's mandate, Iuliu Winkler takes a look back at the past five years, while also considering the remaining couple of months of this legislature under the Romanian Council Presidency.
Belgium reassures Brits: We will guarantee citizens’ rights even in hard Brexit
18 Jan
Belgium reassures Brits: We will guarantee citizens’ rights even in hard Brexit
Belgium has said it is ready to follow other Member States such as the Netherlands in guaranteeing the rights of all Britons in Belgium and all Belgians in the UK, even in the event of a hard Brexit.
Time for General Practitioners to have full professional recognition Partner Content
18 Jan
Time for General Practitioners to have full professional recognition
The important role that GPs play in Europe’s healthcare systems needs to be recognised at EU level, argues Aldo Lupo
MEPs voice concern over Romanian EU Council presidency
18 Jan
MEPs voice concern over Romanian EU Council presidency
Belgian MEP Phillipe Lamberts has launched a scathing attack on Romania’s suitability to hold the council presidency.