Spanish Government presents priorities of the Spanish EU Presidency
The President of the Spanish Government, Pedro Sánchez, has presented the four priorities of the Spanish presidency of the Council…
Ukraine: EU Commission plans dedicated facility for recovery, reconstruction, and modernisation
In light of the devastating consequences of Russia's war of aggression for Ukraine's people, economy, and infrastructure, and given the…
EU Commission aims at long-term EU budget to face most urgent challenges
Within its current bounds, the EU budget has powered a strong EU response, by drawing from its limited built-in flexibilities…
EU Council reaches agreement on the nature restoration law
The proposal aims to put in place recovery measures that will cover at least 20 % of the EU’s land…
NATO’s engagement in Afghanistan, 2003-2021: a planner’s perspective
This endeavour, extraordinary in both ambition and scope, brought together the commitments and contributions of troops and other resources by…
Insight EU Energy Monitoring 16 June 2023
IEA Executive Director addresses ministers on energy, climate and development challenges at high-level G20 events in India +++ IAEA Mission…
Insight EU Climate Monitoring 16 June 2023
Ukraine introduces mandatory reporting by enterprises on greenhouse gas emissions and other pollutants using UNECE legal tools +++ The path…
Insight EU Environment Monitoring 16 June 2023
Circular economy: New rules to make phones and tablets more durable, energy efficient and easier to repair, enabling sustainable choices…
Insight EU Agenda: The Week Ahead 19 – 25 June 2023
Meetings of EU Commission Members +++ EU Parliament Agenda +++ Agenda of the EU Energy Council +++ Meetings of EU…
Electricity market reform: EU Energy Council reaches agreement on REMIT
Today the Council agreed its stance (general approach) on a proposal for regulation on wholesale energy market integrity and transparency…
Czechia: EU Commission approves €718m to support heating companies affected by Russia’s war
Under the scheme, the public support will consist in limited amounts of aid in the form of rebates. Heat energy producers can…
EU far from becoming “the global battery powerhouse” – EU Court of Auditors
The EU risks falling behind in its bid to become a global battery powerhouse, according to a report published today…
Estonia: EU Commission approves amendment to support electricity production from renewable resources
The Commission found that the Estonian scheme, as amended, remains necessary, appropriate and proportionate to help Estonia reach its renewable…
Energy Council: Opening remarks by EU Commissioner Simson at the press conference
"Our measures for a coordinated demand reduction are also working well, as you know. We have saved us 53 bcm between…
World Refugee Day: Joint statement by the EU Commission and the High Representative
"Today, more than 110 million people are forcibly displaced around the world. On the occasion of World Refugee Day, we…
Sudan: EU commits €190m in additional humanitarian and development aid
Convened by the EU, the United Nations, Egypt, Germany, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the Africa Union, the pledging event held…
EPA: EU and Kenya conclude negotiations for an ambitious agreement with strong sustainability provisions
The Agreement will boost trade in goods and create new economic opportunities, with targeted cooperation to enhance Kenya's economic development.
International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence: Joint Statement by EU HRVP Borrell, and UN Special Representative Pramila Patten
Conflict-related sexual violence is a scourge deeply rooted in inequalities and rigid gender norms. This is why, on the International…
Digital Resilience: ESAs consult on the first batch of DORA policy products
How to make our financial systems more resilient against digital attacks? The European Supervisory Authorities (ESAs) -- EBA for the…
Israel/Palestine: EEAS spokesperson on latest developments
The European Union is strongly concerned by the latest events in Jenin, which have led to several civilian casualties. Military…
Sweden: More effective regulations under the Aliens Act
Under these proposals, it would be possible to withdraw a residence permit if it can be assumed that the person…
CER: Why Russia must pay for the damage it has done to Ukraine – and how to ensure it does
Western taxpayers and Ukraine itself will cover some of the costs of post-war reconstruction, but it is unrealistic to expect…
League of Arab States: EU HR Borrell on his meeting with SecGen Aboul Gheit
§The re-admission of Syria in the League of Arab States is a sovereign decision, and we respect it fully. But we also see…
Conditions not met to change EU policy on Syria – Blog post by EU HR Borrell
"While normalisation of relations with the regime in Damascus without meaningful progress in implementing UN Security Council Resolution 2254 is not an…
Insight EU Environment Monitoring 15 June 2023
EU moves forward with Critical Minerals Agreement negotiations with the US +++ Nature restoration law vote postponed, right-wing threats remain…
Insight EU Climate Monitoring 15 June 2023
The EU must make more efforts to achieve by 2030 the global goals on halting climate change, achieving social justice…
Insight EU Energy Monitoring 15 June 2023
Energy innovation investment remained resilient to shocks in a turbulent 2022 +++ Chile: EU, EIB and KfW to finance renewable…
NATO Defence Ministers pledge increased support for Ukraine
16 Jun. 2023 English French NATO Defence Ministers concluded two days of meetings in Brussels...
Sweden nominates Thomas Östros to head European Investment Bank
The Government has decided to nominate Thomas Östros as a candidate for the post of President and Chairman of the…
EU and NATO deepen strategic response to common threats and challenges
The EU Council took note of the 8th progress report on the implementation of the 74 common proposals endorsed by the EU…
Recovery fund: EU Council gives green light to Estonia’s amended national plan
Estonia’s plan is now the first national plan which includes a REPowerEU chapter. This will contribute to accelerating Estonia’s transition towards clean…
EBA criticizes management of money laundering and terrorist financing risks
The European Banking Authority (EBA) today published its report on money laundering and terrorist financing (ML/TF) risks associated with EU…
Euro Area: IMF Staff Concluding Statement on Common Policies for Member Countries
The euro area economy has shown remarkable resilience in the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the largest terms…
Guinea-Bissau: EEAS Spokesperson on the results of the legislative elections
The prompt acceptance of the results by all the main political leaders marks an important step in the consolidation of…
EU Commissioner Simson to participate in the Energy Council in Luxembourg on Monday
Commissioner for Energy, Kadri Simson, will represent the Commission at the Energy Council in Luxembourg on Monday, 19 June, where EU…
Economic partnership: EU Commission Executive VP Dombrovskis travels to Kenya to discuss EPA
This Sunday and Monday, Executive Vice-President and Commissioner for Trade, Valdis Dombrovskis, will embark on a mission to Kenya with the aim to…
EU Commissioner Dalli in Berlin to attend Special Olympics World Games
On Saturday, Commissioner Dalli will attend the opening ceremony in the Berlin Olympic Stadium. On Sunday, the Commissioner will be speaking at…
EU HRVP Borrell travels to Egypt
High Representative/Vice-President Josep Borrell will travel to Egypt on 17-19 June.
Spain: EU Commission approves €680m Spanish scheme under the RRF to support roll-out of 5G mobile networks in rural areas
The Spanish areas concerned have less than 10,000 inhabitants, and no current or planned investment in 4G networks providing speeds…
PDO: EU Commission approves ‘Gemlik Zeytini’ from Türkiye
‘Gemlik Zeytini' gains its own characteristics from the climate conditions, altitude, soil composition and know-how in processing of the table…
Sustainable fisheries: Launch of Energy Transition Partnership for EU fisheries and aquaculture
The Partnership will provide a central platform for all actors of the sea to share knowledge and solutions, and coordinate…
Sustainable choices: New rules to make phones and tablets more durable, energy efficient and easier to repair
Under the Energy Labelling Regulation proposed today, smartphones and tablets put on the EU market will have to display information on their energy…
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Joint press release on the meeting between EU Commission President von der Leyen and Mexican President Obrador
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, visited Mexico on 15 June 2023 to meet President Andrés Manuel López…
EMCDDA: Greater diversity in drug supply and use creates new challenges for Europe
The analysis covers a wide range of illicit drugs, from opioids and stimulants to new cannabis products and dissociative drugs…
Insight EU Climate Monitoring 14 June 2023
Shaping the future of the EU Mission on Adaptation to Climate Change +++ Climate Risk and Early Warning Systems initiative…
Insight EU Environment Monitoring 14 June 2023
EU moves forward with Critical Minerals Agreement negotiations with the US +++ EU Council adopts its negotiating mandate for a…
United States: IMF Executive Board concludes 2023 Article IV Consultation
The U.S. economy has proven resilient in the face of the significant policy tightening that took place in 2022. Consumer…
Insight EU Energy Monitoring 14 June 2023
Growth in global oil demand is set to slow significantly by 2028 +++ MEPs: Making batteries more sustainable, more durable…
Main results of the Eurogroup, 15 June 2023
The Eurogroup took stock of the advancement of the digital euro project, based on an update from the European Commission ahead…
Syria and the region: International community mobilises €5.6bn during the 7th Brussels Conference
The funding pledged today will support people inside Syria and the neighbouring countries hosting Syrian refugees.