President Zelenskyy: Ukraine deserves to make the next year the year of peace
On Tuesday, the EU Parliament held an extraordinary plenary session with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, marking 1000 days since Russia’s…
EU Parliament calls for an EU crackdown on Russia’s ’shadow fleet’
MEPs want the EU to target shadow tankers that export Russian oil in defiance of sanctions. They ask EU member…
U.S. Presidential Elections: Reactions of European politicians
In this overview, we are collecting the reactions of European politicians after the comeback election of Donald Trump as U.S.…
EU Parliament approves up to €35bn loan for Ukraine backed by Russian assets
Strasbourg, 22 October 2024 The new loan is the EU’s contribution to the G7 support...
Defence of Ukraine: Renew Europe calls for weapons restrictions to be lifted
Countries supplying defence systems to Ukraine must lift restrictions on the use of weapons in order to allow strikes on…
What MEPs expect for the composition of the next European Commission
Strengthening the spitzenkandidat process, ensuring gender balance, a strong focus on social rights overseen by a figure with the experience…
The Mario Draghi report: Reactions by politicians and stakeholders (updated)
After the publication of Mario Draghi's report on Future European Competitiveness, politicians in the European Parliament and European stakeholder have…
COP29 Climate Change Conference: Multi-party draft motion for a Resultion
Several groups in the EU Parliament, representing a majority, have launched a draft motion for a resolution on the upcoming…
Renew Europe: Elon Musk must clean up his act
In light of the recent political violence witnessed in Ireland, and the repeated calls by Elon Musk for civil war…
Most newly elected MEPs reaffirm their strong support for Ukraine
The EU Parliament condemns Russia’s barbaric missile attack on the Okhmadyt children’s hospital in Kyiv, and the recent visit of…
Renew Europe: Stop “Victor Orbán’s rogue Presidency of the Council of the EU”
As a direct response following Prime Minister Orbán's isolated foreign activities in Russia, China and Turkey, the President of Renew…
Renew Europe scrutinises candidate for the EU Commission President
Renew Europe MEPs this morning held a lively exchange of views with the candidate for the next President of the…
EU accession of Ukraine and Moldova: Statements by EU politicians
Following the decision of the European Council of December 2023 to open accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, the two…
Renew: ANO’s departure from Renew Europe is a divorce long overdue
ANO’s unwillingness to continue their commitment to liberal values have led to today’s outcome. They have turned their back to…
European Elections: Reactions by political parties
This report covers initial reactions of political parties after the European elections.
Net-Zero Industry Act: MEPs adopt plans to boost Europe’s decarbonisation
The "Net-Zero industry Act", already informally agreed upon with the Council, sets a target for Europe to produce 40% of…
Russian interference: MEPs call for a firm response, put German AfD under scrutiny
Following several revelations of Kremlin-backed attempts to interfere with and undermine European democratic processes, MEPs adopted on Thursday a resolution…
MEPs: Women must have full control of sexual and reproductive health and rights
MEPs urge the Council to add sexual and reproductive healthcare and the right to a safe and legal abortion to…
European Council: New Europe demands new European competitiveness deal
The Renew Europe family intends to make the prosperity and competitiveness agenda a pillar of the next mandate of the…
Renew Europe promises strong and competitive digital landscape for businesses and citizens
The adoption of pivotal legislation such as the Digital Services Act (DSA), the Digital Markets Act (DMA) has laid the…
Ukrainian President met with a delegation of the EU Parliament’s Renew Europe political group
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with a delegation of the European Parliament's Renew Europe political group headed by the…
EU pharmaceutical policy: MEPs support comprehensive reform
MEPs adopted their proposals to revamp EU pharmaceutical legislation, to foster innovation and enhance the security of supply, accessibility and affordability of…
European A.I. Act: MEPs adopt landmark law – EU Council to decide soon
On Wednesday, Parliament approved the Artificial Intelligence Act that ensures safety and compliance with fundamental rights, while boosting innovation. The…
EU Anti-Money Laundering Authority to be based in Frankfurt/Main – Insight EU mini-dossier
Frankfurt/Main has been chosen by Parliament and Council as the seat of AMLA, the EU’s new enforcer in the fight…
Death of Alexei Navalny: Comments by EU officials and politicians
"We are shocked and grieved by today’s reports about the death of Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny. Our thoughts are…
EPP, S&D, Renew Europe, Greens/EFA and ECR Leaders call on EUCO to deliver on Ukraine
Ukraine has been bravely defending its people and its territory against Russia’s unprovoked, unjustified and illegal war of aggression ever…
Counterterrorism: EU aims at fast-track DSA governance to delete illegal online content faster
Today, the Commission published a set of recommendations for Member States to coordinate their response to the spread and amplification of illegal…
Renew Europe: Polska 2050 holds the keys to Poland’s comeback
Renew Europe is today celebrating the confirmed results of national elections in Poland. The results, combined with a huge turnout,…
Economic coercion: Statements at the EP plenary debate
The new instrument gives us the means to stand up for EU jobs and industry in a situation of coercion. In…
Digital Euro: Make it secure, reliable, and competitive, writes Renew Europe
Preventing the digital euro from having any potential negative influence on deposit levels and banks' capacity to lend is key…
Renew Europe: Common EU rules needed to stop governments’ spying on citizens
May 08, 2023 One year after the European Parliament’s committee of Inquiry to investigate the...
Renew Europe: Empower EU authority to combat money laundering and terrorist financing
Author: Alberto Cuena Vilches Date: March 28, 2023 The Renew Europe Group embraces today´s adoption...
The EU-UK Windsor Framework on Northern Ireland and first MEP reactions
A new way forward on the Protocol on Ireland/Northern Ireland: political agreement in principle on...
Renew Europe welcomes Germany’s decision to send Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine
January 25, 2023 The Renew Europe Group in the European Parliament welcomes the German government’s...
Joint Investigation Teams: MEPs greenlight platform to boost crime-fighting
Brussels, 10 October 2022 New collaboration platform to remove obstacles to information-sharing across borders EP...
Protecting the EU from economic blackmail: MEPs back new trade instrument
Brussels, 10 October 2022 MEPs extend the scope of the coercion response to repair injury...
Protection of EU budget: MEPs warn Commission to “not compromise” with Hungary
Strasbourg, 4 October 2022 On Tuesday, Members of the European Parliament warned the Commission against...
Europol must investigate illegitimate use of spyware against citizens
Brussels, 30 September 2022 After the many revelations of some EU governments’ abuse of spyware...
Renew Europe: Poland must embrace its European destiny
September 25, 2022 The Renew Europe family today held a political rally in Warsaw to...
Renew Europe demands new sanctions package in response to Russia’s fake referenda
September 22, 2022 The Renew Europe Group in the European Parliament has today called for...
Renew Europe: People of Ukraine are our candidate for the Sakharov Prize 2022
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 The Renew Europe Group in the European Parliament today designated its candidate...
MEPs want better protection for consumers applying for loans online
Brussels, 12 July 2022 Proper assessment of consumer’s creditworthiness Clear, concise and standardised credit information...
Special collection: EU–New Zealand Trade Agreement: Unlocking sustainable economic growth
Brussels, 30 June 2022 The EU and New Zealand have today concluded negotiations for a...
Product safety: Clearer rules when shopping online and offline
Brussels, 16 June 2022 The new rules aim to ensure that all kinds of products...
MEPs call for right to safe and legal abortion (updated 9 June)
Brussels, 9 June 2022 MEPs condemn the backsliding in women’s sexual and reproductive health and...
EU budget 2023: EU Commission proposal and first reactions
Brussels, 7 June 2022 The Commission has today proposed an annual EU budget of €185.6...
Renew Europe: No place for Russian lobbyists in the EU Parliament
June 02, 2022 Renew Europe has successfully called on European Parliament President, Roberta Metsola, to...
Poland: EU Commission endorses €35.4bn recovery and resilience plan
Brussels, 1 June 2022 The European Commission has today given a positive assessment of Poland’s...
Russia’s crimes of aggression: MEPs call for a special international tribunal
(Polish version below) Brussels, 19 May 2022 Perpetrators of war crimes must be brought to...
Renew Europe: Lukashenka’s regime must pay for violating human rights
18 May 2022 The Renew Europe Group in the European Parliament led the negotiations on...