Albania moves closer to EU membership as Socialists win new mandate
13 May Foreign & Security Policy

Albania moves closer to EU membership as Socialists win new mandate

Prime Minister Edi Rama’s victory will consolidate Albania’s pro-EU trajectory, but rule of law deficits still pose hurdles to accession.
by Arno Van Rensbergen
The end of encryption as we know it?
12 May EU Institutions
The end of encryption as we know it?
Op-ed: Concrete action needed to stop Orbán’s EU abuse
12 May EU Institutions
Op-ed: Concrete action needed to stop Orbán’s EU abuse
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
Obesity is a societal problem
18 May
Obesity is a societal problem
The EU’s approach to food advertising to children must change if it is to e­ffectively tackle the obesity epidemic, says Daciana Octavia Sârbu.
Tackling obesity is a political ambition
18 May
Tackling obesity is a political ambition
Obesity is a major public health concern and action must be taken at EU and national level, writes Michèle Rivasi.
Brexit: MEPs discuss Northern Ireland challenge
17 May
Brexit: MEPs discuss Northern Ireland challenge
Northern Irish MEP Jim Nicholson has warned that resolving the Irish border issue in the Brexit talks will be a massive task.
MEPs again reject Commission's money laundering blacklist
17 May
MEPs again reject Commission's money laundering blacklist
MEPs have again rejected a narrow list of countries said to be at risk of money laundering.
Barnier: Clock is ticking on Brexit deal
17 May
Barnier: Clock is ticking on Brexit deal
The EU's chief Brexit negotiator, Michel Barnier, has warned that the clock is ticking on the UK's withdrawal from the EU.
Karmenu Vella: Green Week will show how traditional blue collar jobs can become part of green transition
17 May
Karmenu Vella: Green Week will show how traditional blue collar jobs can become part of green transition
European environment, maritime affairs and fisheries Commissioner Karmenu Vella on what to expect from this year's EU Green Week activities, the importance of the blue economy and the job potential of acting green.
On Brexit, bottom lines and what Theresa May can learn from Mike Tyson
17 May
On Brexit, bottom lines and what Theresa May can learn from Mike Tyson
Tony Blair's former chief of staff Jonathan Powell hopes to use his experience to secure a Brexit deal that works for business.
Diageo's commitment to better consumer information
16 May
Diageo's commitment to better consumer information
Diageo believes people have a right to know what is in their drinks.
Weber and Pittella hail Macron's victory
16 May
Weber and Pittella hail Macron's victory
The leaders of Parliament's two biggest groups agree that Macron's victory in France is a good sign for Europe.
Alcohol labelling issue is not as simple as it seems
16 May
Alcohol labelling issue is not as simple as it seems
Alcohol labelling is not as simple as it seems and health campaigners should be wary of unintended consequences, writes Christopher Snowdon.
Parliamentary groups in row over Hungary
16 May
Parliamentary groups in row over Hungary
Parliament is set to vote on a resolution on Hungary on Wednesday, which the EPP group has refused to back.
Alcohol labelling should be about what's best for consumers - not industry
16 May
Alcohol labelling should be about what's best for consumers - not industry
When it comes to labelling, there is no reason to treat alcohol differently from other drinks, argues Glenis Willmott.
EU Commission report on alcohol labelling is yet another delaying tactic
16 May
EU Commission report on alcohol labelling is yet another delaying tactic
By asking the alcohol industry to come up with ways to regulate itself, the Commission is making things very easy for itself - but not for innovative micro-enterprises, writes Renate Sommer.
Alcohol labelling: Meeting consumer demands is a must Partner Content
16 May
Alcohol labelling: Meeting consumer demands is a must
Meeting consumer demands is a must, says Pierre-Olivier Bergeron.
Current file on alcohol labelling is only tinkering around the edges
16 May
Current file on alcohol labelling is only tinkering around the edges
Self-regulation has failed and it's time for real legislative reform on alcohol labelling, says Lynn Boylan.
Consumers have the right to know what they drink
16 May
Consumers have the right to know what they drink
Listing nutritional information on alcohol labels will help consumers make healthier choices, writes Vytenis Andriukaitis.
Could Scotland join EFTA after Brexit?
15 May
Could Scotland join EFTA after Brexit?
Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has flagged up the possibility of Scotland joining the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) as part of a phased approach to rejoining the EU after Brexit.
Movers and Shakers | 15 May 2017
15 May
Movers and Shakers | 15 May 2017
Keep track of developments in the European institutions and public affairs with our movers and shakers column. on 15 May 2017
Nato summit: Tough times ahead
15 May
Nato summit: Tough times ahead
Nato members face numerous challenges, and the only way to tackle them is to work together, writes Eva Kaili.
Issue 455 | 15 May 2017
15 May
Issue 455 | 15 May 2017
Karmenu Vella interview, Green Week, EU Maritine Day, European Business Summit preview, Alcohol Labelling, Food Waste, Nato summit, Plant Health, european Steel Day, 5 questions with Danuta Hübner and more...
Donald Trump urged to stick to Paris climate deal
15 May
Donald Trump urged to stick to Paris climate deal
Swedish MEP Linnéa Engström has warned that US President Donald Trump is sending all the wrong signals by the continued uncertainty over whether he will pull the US out of the Paris agreement.
Reducing food waste is a common responsibility
15 May
Reducing food waste is a common responsibility
The urgency to reduce food waste is such that MEPs were able to put their political differences aside to try and find solutions.
Food waste is an all-encompassing problem
15 May
Food waste is an all-encompassing problem
Food waste occurs across the entire supply and consumption chain, therefore no single regulation will be able to solve the problem, writes Biljana Borzan.
Is it time to reform the European electoral system?
12 May
Is it time to reform the European electoral system?
Former UK MEP Andrew Duff says Brexit and Emmanuel Macron's election as President in France offers a unique chance to radically change Europe's election system.