Photo Essay: From Minsk to Tbilisi
15 Jun Regions & Cities

Photo Essay: From Minsk to Tbilisi

Tako Robakidze, a photographer based in Tbilisi, documents the lives of Belarusians who have fled their country and made a new life in Georgia, with words by Vladic Ravich.
by Vladic Ravich
Engineers: our sustainable development partners Partner Content
31 Jan Regions & Cities
Engineers: our sustainable development partners
The Associated Trio deserve a clear and tangible path into the European family
25 May Regions & Cities
The Associated Trio deserve a clear and tangible path into the European family
Europe's eastern neighbourhood is all shook up: Here's what Russia’s war in Ukraine could mean for these countries
28 Apr Regions & Cities
Europe's eastern neighbourhood is all shook up: Here's what Russia’s war in Ukraine could mean for these countries
European diversity: the strength of our union Partner Content
23 May Regions & Cities
European diversity: the strength of our union
As part of our ongoing series 'A Europe of Equals', European Commissioner for Equality Helena Dalli argues that building a Union of equality requires recognising people face discrimination
Endgame in sight in longest-running breach on record of the Treaty's parity of treatment provision
01 Feb Regions & Cities
Endgame in sight in longest-running breach on record of the Treaty's parity of treatment provision
Following a last minute amendment to Italy’s Finance Act, closure on the dispute about non-national university teaching staff (Lettori) seems within reach
Issue 547 | 31 January 2022
31 Jan Regions & Cities
Issue 547 | 31 January 2022
The latest edition of The Parliament Magazine is now available to read online for free.
Valérie Hayer interview: Own resources champion
04 Jan Regions & Cities
Valérie Hayer interview: Own resources champion
Valérie Hayer tells Andreas Rogal that the financing of the EU institutions with a new system of own resources is a huge political win
MEPs hear from cities and regions on how well COVID recovery instruments are being utilised
08 Dec Regions & Cities
MEPs hear from cities and regions on how well COVID recovery instruments are being utilised
Mayors praise speed and flexibility of handling by Member States, though France criticised for delays in making funding available
The dawn of the digital lighting metropolis Partner Content
24 Nov Regions & Cities
The dawn of the digital lighting metropolis
To make your city smart, why not utilise the city-wide network you already possess?
Cohesion Policy provides the ideal platform for realising the long-term vision for rural areas, writes Constanze Krehl
07 Oct Regions & Cities
Cohesion Policy provides the ideal platform for realising the long-term vision for rural areas, writes Constanze Krehl
German MEP says Regional Development Committee (REGI) will continue to pay special attention to rural areas
Issue 541 | 27 September 2021
27 Sep Regions & Cities
Issue 541 | 27 September 2021
The latest edition of The Parliament Magazine is now available to read online for free.
Row brews over French regional languages as country’s upcoming EU council presidency ponders future of linguistic diversity
30 Jul Regions & Cities
Row brews over French regional languages as country’s upcoming EU council presidency ponders future of linguistic diversity
French state’s hostility to territorial languages ‘completely against European values’, warns language equality NGO
Gibraltar: Why should negotiations be any different now?
29 Jul Regions & Cities
Gibraltar: Why should negotiations be any different now?
Despite the UK’s less-than-enthusiastic response to the European Commission’s draft-negotiating mandate on Gibraltar, Nacho Sánchez Amor is confident that a spirit of openness will prevail in the search for practical solutions for those living on the ‘rock’
EU and UK clash over post-Brexit plan for Gibraltar
23 Jul Regions & Cities
EU and UK clash over post-Brexit plan for Gibraltar
It looks like a rocky road lies ahead for ‘the Rock’ as the British Overseas Territory of Gibraltar is affectionately known by locals
Rural Areas: Smart Villages are the future
24 Jun Regions & Cities
Rural Areas: Smart Villages are the future
Following the pandemic, we have the opportunity to make the most of rural life, if we choose to do so; let’s make this a privilege says Franc Bogovič.
Rural Areas: A faster Europe
24 Jun Regions & Cities
Rural Areas: A faster Europe
The impact of the pandemic has focused on cities, but it has also highlighted the differences between rural areas; we need to bridge these gaps as part of our recovery, urges Niklas Nienass.
Urban Areas: The engines of recovery
24 Jun Regions & Cities
Urban Areas: The engines of recovery
For all its tragedies and challenges, COVID-19 has highlighted the potential for a better future for our urban centres, writes Idoia Villanueva Ruiz.
Greens MEPs welcome pardon of Catalan separatist leaders
23 Jun Regions & Cities
Greens MEPs welcome pardon of Catalan separatist leaders
The nine leaders were jailed for their role in Catalonia's failed 2017 independence bid.
Conference on the Future of Europe’s first citizens’ panels to be held in Strasbourg on 19 June
11 May Regions & Cities
Conference on the Future of Europe’s first citizens’ panels to be held in Strasbourg on 19 June
The citizens’ panels will be an opportunity for the public to have their say on future EU reforms.
MEPs pay tribute to Pablo Iglesias in wake of decision to quit politics
05 May Regions & Cities
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.
Why the EU shouldn't let tourism down
22 Sep Regions & Cities
Why the EU shouldn't let tourism down
Better coordination, communication and cooperation are needed to save Europe’s tourism industry, argues István Ujhelyi.
This year, European Mobility Week takes on special significance, says EC Director General for Mobility & Transport
18 Sep Regions & Cities
This year, European Mobility Week takes on special significance, says EC Director General for Mobility & Transport
While taking into consideration the impact of COVID-19, the EU will set out a path to smart and sustainable mobility, writes Henrik Hololei.
Georgia on my mind
30 Jun Regions & Cities
Georgia on my mind
Georgia is an oasis of democracy, peace and prosperity in an otherwise complex and conflict ridden region. The EU must remain firmly committed to its policy of supporting Georgia’s territorial integrity and sovereignty, writes Marina Kaljurand