REMIT: Bulgarian regulator fines Kozloduy Nuclear Power Plant EAD for insider trading
The Bulgarian Energy and Water Regulatory Commission (EWRC) adopted a decision imposing a fine of BGN 604,064 (ca.€300,000) on Kozloduy…
MEPs endorse rules for faster payments in commercial transaction
Strasbourg, 23 April 2024 Payments would have to be made in 30 days, with limited...
Right to repair: MEPs make product repairs easier for consumers
The rules clarify the obligations for manufacturers to repair goods and encourage consumers to extend a product’s lifecycle through repair.
MEPs sharpen rules for firearms import and export to fight trafficking
MEPs voted 537 in favour, 40 against and 28 abstentions for the updated and more harmonised rules, which will put…
Microplastics: MEPs want stricter rules to reduce plastic pellet losses
The new rules would require all entities handling plastic pellets to take measures to avoid losses. If these occur, they…
MEPs ban products made with forced labour from EU single market
Member state authorities and the EU Commission will be able to investigate suspicious goods, supply chains, and manufacturers. If a…
Protecting children from violence: EU Commission issues recommendations
The Recommendations support Member States in strengthening their child protection systems. Authorities at all levels of governance and civil society…
EU blueprint for fusion energy: Opening remarks by EU Commissioner Simson
"It's ambitious, but feasible if we use all zero and low carbon energy solutions and explore the most promising emerging…
European Semester: EU Commission publishes in-depth reviews for six Member States
The Commission has today published in-depth reviews (IDRs) for France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy and Portugal.
Security equipment: EU Commission carries out foreign subsidies inspections
The Commission has indications that the inspected company may have received foreign subsidies that could distort the internal market pursuant…
EU refugee aid in Türkiye: EU auditors see lack of impact
Despite recent improvements, the EU’s multibillion-euro funding for refugees in Türkiye could have achieved greater value for money and shown…
EU Commission issues €8bn in its 4th syndicated transaction of 2024
The dual-tranche transaction concerned a new €4 billion bond due on 6 December 2027, and a €4 billion tap of…
ECB: G7 Cyber Expert Group conducts cross-border exercise in the financial sector
G7 authorities routinely exercise to ensure they can effectively coordinate and communicate their response in the event of a widespread…
EU Blueprint for Fusion Energy: Closing remarks by EU Commission EVP Šefčovič
"Fusion energy technology could play a crucial role in future in our efforts to reach climate neutrality with healthy nature. It…
Gaza: Speech by EU HR Borrell in the EU Parliament on the civilian deaths
"The cities in Gaza have been more destroyed than the German cities during the Second World War – just imagine…
AI and Quantum Technology: New calls for proposals launched by Horizon Europe
On Tuesday, the European Commission has launched calls for proposals under Horizon Europe's 2023-2024 digital, industrial and space work programme…
Festnahmen: Agententätigkeit und Mitgliedschaft in Terror-Vereinigung „Volksrepublik Donezk“
Die Bundesanwaltschaft hat am 17. April 2024 aufgrund von Haftbefehlen des Ermittlungsrichters des Bundesgerichtshofs vom 9. und 11. April 2024…
UNEP: Closing the energy access gap, transitioning to decarbonized energy systems
"When it comes to energy, we face a dilemma: On the one hand, climate change is hitting harder every year,…
Verdacht auf Agententätigkeit: Assistent des AfD-Europa-Abgeordneten Krah (aktualisiert am 24/4)
Festnahme wegen mutmaßlicher geheimdienstlicher Agententätigkeit: Die Bundesanwaltschaft hat am 22. April einen Assistenten des AfD-Europa-Abgeordenten und EU-Spitzenkandidaten Maximilian Krah vorläufig…
Combatting plastic litter: UN environment ministers push for strong framework
Germany's Federal Environment Minister Steffi Lemke takes part in negotiations in Canada on a legally binding agreement: “I'm confident that…
Solvency II: MEPs approve update of EU rules regulating the insurance sector
The changes will free up large sums of money which insurance firms had to keep in reserve, allowing the sector…
MEPs approve new EU fiscal rules increasing national policy commitment
Strasbourg, 23 April 2024 New provisions to foster investment, factor in social convergence, and increase...
EFSA releases figures on pesticide residues in food
The EU MACP analyses samples randomly collected from 12 food products. For 2022, these were apples, strawberries, peaches, wine (red…
1st Ukraine Biomethane Forum: Speech by EU Commissioner Simson
"On the EU side, we see biomethane as a readily available solution, which can help us immediately replace imported gas…
European Energy Efficiency Financing Coalition: Speech by EU Commissioner Simson
"This Coalition establishes a new cooperation framework to do just that. It brings together Member States, Financial Institutions, and the European…
ACER analyses gas transmission tariff methodology between UK and Belgium
ACER publishes today its report on the proposed gas transmission tariff methodology for Interconnector Limited (INT), the natural gas pipeline in the…
Address by EU Commissioner Wojciechowski at the High-level Mission to China
"There are four core values that drive agrifood production in the EU: quality, safety, authenticity and sustainability. Through a strong legislative…
U.S. NIST Digital Identity: Supplement for incorporating syncable authenticators
A syncable authenticator is any cryptographic authenticator that allows for the private key to be cloned and stored separate of…
Forced Labour Regulation: EU Parliament to decide on 23 April 2024
The new Forced Labour Regulation will give the EU a right to ban the sale, import and export of products…
ECR on Right to repair: Good for consumers and the environment
Customers whose devices break down after the warranty period will be able to choose to have them repaired instead of…
EU Body for Ethical Standards: MEPs support interinstitutional deal
The agreement was reached between eight EU institutions and bodies. It provides for the joint creation of a new Body…
EU, WHO, and UNICEF: Joint statement on immunization and health protection
The establishment of the Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI) 50 years ago was a pivotal moment in the history of…
EU-GCC Forum on Regional Security and Cooperation: Speech by EU HR Borrell
"We have the opportunity to ... discuss openly cooperation and topics of shared interest in relation to our security including…
EU Foreign Affairs Council: Press remarks by High Representative Borrell
"Ukrainians have reported 7,000 guided bombs in four months 2024, which is about 60 guided bombs a day. There is the…
Main results of the Foreign Affairs Council, 22 April 2024
The Foreign Affairs Council in Luxembourg discussed the Russian aggression against Ukraine in a joint session gathering both EU Ministers…
EU Commission clears creation of joint venture by EVOG and Commerzbank
The Commission concluded that the notified transaction would not raise competition concerns, given that the joint venture has negligible activities…
EU Commission clears acquisition of PNGTS by MSI and BAM
The Commission concluded that the notified transaction would not raise competition concerns, given the limited impact on the European Economic…
2023 European State of the Climate Report: Alarming trend of climate change impacts
The report was published by the EU Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) jointly with the UN World Meteorological Organisation (WMO).…
Denmark: EU Commission disburses second RRF payment of €422m
Denmark second payment request for €422 million under the RRF covers six milestones and 12 targets. These include several reforms in the…
Hannover Messe: Speeches by President von der Leyen and Chancellor Scholz
"Geopolitical challenges – in particular wars and armed conflicts – are multiplying across the world. They are threatening our tried-and-tested…
TikTok Lite in France and Spain: EU Commission opens DSA compliance proceedings
Under the DSA, designated Very Large Online Platforms are obliged to submit a risk assessment report, including measures to mitigate…
Harmful chemicals: EU Commission wants to limit ther use to most essential cases
The EU Commission's Communication gives industry and investors predictability regarding the manufacturing of products indispensable for the green and digital transition, health and defence in…
ELTIF: ESMA proposes changes to technical standards
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA), the EU’s financial markets regulator and supervisor, has responded to the European Commission…
EU-Japan: EU Council endorses conclusion of strategic partnership agreement
The agreement sets out an overarching framework for enhanced political and sectoral cooperation, thus ensuring closer political and economic cooperation on a…
U.S. Congress endorses Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024
New hope for Ukraine: U.S. Congress endorses emergency supplemental appropriations to respond to the situation in Ukraine and for related…
Exchange of EU ministers responsible for consumer protection
European Consumer Protection Ministers met in Brussels on Friday 19 April for an informal meeting under the Belgian Presidency to…
G7 Italy 2024: Foreign Ministers on global challenges and fostering partnerships
The text of the following statement was released by the G7 foreign ministers of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the…
IMF Transcript of European Department April 2024 Press Briefing
"We went through two historic crises with the pandemic and the energy security issue caused by Russia's invasion of Ukraine. …
Research report on mapping age assurance online: typologies and requirements
The internet offers children and young people many opportunities for growth and empowerment. However, alongside these benefits come risks, including…