How the EU funds the Palestinian Authority
15 Oct EU Institutions

How the EU funds the Palestinian Authority

As the EU prepares to bankroll Gaza’s recovery, its insistence on funding the Palestinian Authority under strict reform conditions is raising questions about whether European aid can deliver real change, or simply sustain the system that has long failed Palestinians.
by Eloise Hardy
Europe’s €100-billion fighter jet dream is falling apart
14 Oct Foreign & Security Policy
Europe’s €100-billion fighter jet dream is falling apart
Op-ed: Patient communities must not be excluded from rare disease research
16 Oct EU Institutions
Op-ed: Patient communities must not be excluded from rare disease research
‘A before and after’: Gaza flotilla shifts global awareness, says returning MEP
13 Oct Foreign & Security Policy
‘A before and after’: Gaza flotilla shifts global awareness, says returning MEP
Russian LGBTQ+ asylum seekers face uphill battle to make claims in EU
15 Apr 24 Foreign & Security Policy
Russian LGBTQ+ asylum seekers face uphill battle to make claims in EU
At risk of persecution in Russia, many struggle with discrimination and tough European immigration policies, resulting in mental health crises, extended waiting times and rejections.
How a human rights case brought by Swiss women could reignite climate policy 
12 Apr 24 Economics
How a human rights case brought by Swiss women could reignite climate policy 
The European Court of Human Rights ruled this week that Switzerland had 'failed to comply with its duties' to combat climate change, violating the European Convention on Human Rights. 
‘This is a choice between bad and worse’: Why Ukrainian and EU farmers are disappointed by a new trade deal
11 Apr 24 EU Institutions
‘This is a choice between bad and worse’: Why Ukrainian and EU farmers are disappointed by a new trade deal
The agreement will allow for the continued suspension of duties and quotas on Ukrainian agricultural goods sold to the EU through June 2025 – but with a caveat.
Sexual and reproductive rights must be enshrined in EU Law
10 Apr 24 EU Institutions
Sexual and reproductive rights must be enshrined in EU Law
The European Parliament will vote this week on a resolution to include abortion in the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights at a time when abortion rights are under attack in parts of the EU and globally.
Why the Channel is ‘at risk of becoming another cemetery’
09 Apr 24 EU Institutions
Why the Channel is ‘at risk of becoming another cemetery’
A recent investigation by a consortium of news organisations sheds new light on increasingly aggressive Franco-British tactics meant to thwart migrant crossings.
The future of 'Green Steel' could begin in Europe Partner Content
09 Apr 24 Technology
The future of 'Green Steel' could begin in Europe
Europe's original economic integration was built with steel, the backbone of its growth. EUROFER set out the next steps for sustainable, European steel
Empowering innovation in healthcare and life sciences for patients and society Partner Content
09 Apr 24
Empowering innovation in healthcare and life sciences for patients and society
Von der Leyen’s controversial pick for SME envoy: ‘This should trigger a proper investigation’
08 Apr 24 EU Institutions
Von der Leyen’s controversial pick for SME envoy: ‘This should trigger a proper investigation’
Civil society organisations like Transparency International have called on the European Commission to rescind the appointment of MEP Markus Pieper following allegations of an unfair recruitment process.
What should Europe do to promote balanced diets? Partner Content
06 Apr 24
What should Europe do to promote balanced diets?
For 20 years, the European soft drinks sector has worked hard to promote balanced diets in Europe
Inclusive and Intersectional Approach: Shaping the Future of Mental Health in the EU
05 Apr 24
Inclusive and Intersectional Approach: Shaping the Future of Mental Health in the EU
A strategy for mental health based around awareness, accessibility and personalisation is central to a wellbeing focused Europe in 2029
Public demand is clear but political will could be a blocker for EU action in health
05 Apr 24
Public demand is clear but political will could be a blocker for EU action in health
The European Health Union is an ongoing effort which could offer new opportunities for Europe’s citizens writes Tilly Metz MEP
Unleashing the power of data in Health Partner Content
05 Apr 24
Unleashing the power of data in Health
The deal on the European Health Data Space will provide European’s with better control over their personal health data and enable greater privacy
Prioritising health in EU policy for a resilient future
05 Apr 24
Prioritising health in EU policy for a resilient future
Drawing on lessons learnt during the pandemic, the EU must commit to putting health and societal wellbeing at the centre of policymaking – only then can a healthier, more resilient Europe take shape
It’s all in the prep: Keeping Europe safe from future health threats Partner Content
05 Apr 24
It’s all in the prep: Keeping Europe safe from future health threats
A holistic approach to preparedness is required when responding to the threat of future health crises. Ask Eirik Storsve calls for the EU to co-ordinate preparedness programs across member states to ensure a stronger, more resilient Europe
European Conservatives and Reformists must come up with its own clear health strategy
05 Apr 24
European Conservatives and Reformists must come up with its own clear health strategy
Whilst health remains a competency of member states in the EU, it is clear than the boundaries have been blurred by COVID-19 and a new strategy is needed
A continued focus on health will help to deliver for the people of Europe
05 Apr 24
A continued focus on health will help to deliver for the people of Europe
As COVID laid bare the vulnerabilities of European healthcare systems, further strides must be taken to protect public health
Health policy is the responsibility of member states
05 Apr 24
Health policy is the responsibility of member states
When it comes to health policies, the EU should act in a facilitating role, pushing for innovation and improved accessibility in the field, says MEP Andreas Glück
Make health a priority in the new mandate
05 Apr 24
Make health a priority in the new mandate
From mental health to drug discovery, the Covid-19 pandemic was a wake-up call on the need to put health and wellbeing at the centre of EU policy, writes MEP Stelios Kympouropoulos
The Parliament's latest print issue is out
05 Apr 24 EU Institutions
The Parliament's latest print issue is out
The latest edition of The Parliament is now available to read in print and by PDF online. This month's magazine focuses on the EU's policy around enlargement, which has taken on a new urgency amid Russia's war in Ukraine.
Time for a necessary revision of cross-border healthcare rules
05 Apr 24
Time for a necessary revision of cross-border healthcare rules
Cross-border health has long been a benefit of EU membership but hostility and political will must be overcome to better protect Europe’s patients
Digitalisation will help redefine democracy
05 Apr 24
Digitalisation will help redefine democracy
Digitalisation throws up both challenges and opportunities in developing a thriving democracy, writes Alexandra Stefan. We must harness its potential to achieve a more equitable, inclusive and democratic Europe
Charting the Digital Horizon: Priorities for the Next EU Commission
05 Apr 24
Charting the Digital Horizon: Priorities for the Next EU Commission
The EU faces a pivotal moment in the digital transition, with support needed to protect consumers and ensure fair access across Europe
Better digital skills for a better Europe
05 Apr 24
Better digital skills for a better Europe
To ensure a more resilient and competitive European digital ecosystem, digital skills at all levels must be boosted across the region. MEP Henna Virkkunen calls for increased investment in the field
AI Act: Europe at the forefront of AI regulation Partner Content
05 Apr 24
AI Act: Europe at the forefront of AI regulation
The ECR Group’s shadow rapporteur on the Artificial Intelligence Act outlines the framework’s key aims and calls for global co-operation in creating safe and trustworthy AI