This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. EIB Global, the development arm of the European Investment Bank (EIB), and Vietnam Technological and Commercial Joint Stock Bank (Techcombank) have announced a €200 million financing agreement to accelerate climate action and environmental sustainability projects across Viet Nam. The long-term financing facility aims to bridge the financing […]EIB Global and Techcombank announce €200 million credit line for climate investments in Viet Nam
March 24, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. EIB Global, the development arm of the European Investment Bank (EIB), and Vietnam Technological and Commercial Joint Stock Bank (Techcombank) have announced a €200 million financing agreement to accelerate climate action and environmental sustainability projects across Viet Nam. The long-term financing facility aims to bridge the financing […]Deeper EU capital markets need stronger supervision and integration
March 24, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Economic and Social Committee. In an opinion adopted at its March plenary session, the EESC calls for more ambitious reforms to integrate Europe’s capital markets and reinforce EU-level supervision, warning that persistent fragmentation is holding back investment, competitiveness and growth. Supporting the European Commission’s proposals […]EU road deaths drop by 3% in 2025
March 24, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission has released preliminary figures on road fatalities for 2025, reporting around 19,400 deaths. This represents a 3% decrease from 2024, meaning that 580 fewer people died on European roads. Given the increase in vehicles on EU roads and kilometres driven, […]EU and Australia strengthen relations with Security and Defence Partnership and Trade Agreement
March 24, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The EU and Australia have today announced the adoption of a groundbreaking Security and Defence Partnership. They have also concluded negotiations for an ambitious and balanced free trade agreement (FTA) and agreed to launch formal negotiations for the association of Australia to Horizon Europe, […]Commission approves French State aid scheme for production of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen
March 23, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a French scheme to support the production of renewable and low-carbon hydrogen in line with the objectives of the EU Hydrogen Strategy and the Clean Industrial Deal. The scheme will also contribute to the […]Commission approves €5 billion Danish State aid scheme to support offshore wind energy
March 23, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved a €5 billion (DKK 37.6 billion) Danish scheme to support offshore wind energy in line with the objectives of the Clean Industrial Deal. This measure will contribute to the transition towards a net-zero economy and reaching the 2030 renewable […]Statement by Commissioner Tzitzikostas on the IMO decision on the Strait of Hormuz
March 20, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The EU welcomes the adoption of the International Maritime Organization (IMO)’s Council decision, strongly condemning the threats and attacks by Iran against vessels which affect innocent civilian seafarers. The EU echoes IMO Council’s demands to cease any actions or threats aimed at closing, obstructing […]Gender inequality continues to cast a shadow over the media
March 20, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Economic and Social Committee. Gender stereotypes continue to be perpetuated and amplified by contemporary media, particularly in the digital sphere. At a conference organised by the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), speakers called for stronger use of EU legal instruments to address the repression […]Deeper EU capital markets need stronger supervision and integration
March 20, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Economic and Social Committee. In an opinion adopted at its March plenary session, the EESC calls for more ambitious reforms to integrate Europe’s capital markets and reinforce EU-level supervision, warning that persistent fragmentation is holding back investment, competitiveness and growth. Supporting the European Commission’s proposals […]Commission partially greenlights Malta’s fourth payment request for €51,5 million under NextGenerationEU
March 20, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission partially greenlighted Malta’s fourth payment request for €51,5 million under the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), the centrepiece of NextGenerationEU. This is an important step in the delivery of reforms and investments tied to this payment request, in the areas […]Cyprus Presidency debriefs European Parliament committees on priorities
March 20, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Ministers held a series of meetings in parliamentary committees to present the priorities of the Cyprus Presidency of the Council. Cyprus holds the presidency of the Council until the end of June 2026. Women’s Rights and Gender Equality Committee On 26 January, Minister of […]MEPs back the lowering of tariffs on US agricultural and industrial products
March 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The International Trade committee adopted its position on Thursday on two proposals implementing certain tariff aspects of the EU-US Turnberry trade deal. MEPs in the International Trade Committee adopted their position on two legislative proposals that eliminate most tariffs on industrial and agricultural goods […]EU to invest €330 million to accelerate fusion energy and support nuclear technologies and skills
March 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission has taken a decisive step in the development of nuclear technologies with the adoption of the Work Programme for the 2026 and 2027 Euratom Research and Training Programme. By covering nuclear research and innovation, the Programme offers complementary funding to […]MEPs advocate for smart management of tourism
March 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Better connectivity to emerging destinations, targeted support for electric vehicle leasing, and seamless transport ticketing could contribute to sustainable EU tourism, MEPs say. On Wednesday, the Transport and Tourism (TRAN) committee adopted a series of proposals on ways to enhance connectivity, preserve cultural heritage, […]MEPs support postponement of certain rules on artificial intelligence
March 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs agree on proposals to simplify artificial intelligence rules and propose bans on AI “nudifier” systems and clear application dates for high-risk system requirements. On Wednesday, the Internal Market and Civil Liberties committees adopted their joint position on a simplification (“omnibus”) proposal amending the […]Commission presents proposal for EU Inc. – unlocking the full potential of the Single Market for Europe’s entrepreneurs
March 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission presented its proposal for EU Inc., a new single set of corporate rules, building the cornerstone and starting point for the EU’s 28th regime. EU Inc. is an optional, digital-by-default European corporate framework. It will make it easier for businesses […]Main messages from the Tripartite Social Summit
March 19, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. EU leaders and social partners met in Brussels for the Tripartite Social Summit, a twice-yearly forum for dialogue that brings together the leaders of the EU institutions and the European social partners. Today’s discussion focused on ‘Investment for a vibrant European economy and quality […]EU announces €458 million in humanitarian aid for the war-torn Middle East
March 17, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission is confirming €458 million in humanitarian aid for Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Jordan and Egypt in 2026. With major donors withdrawing from the region and international humanitarian law under unprecedented strain, the EU is sustaining life-saving assistance to millions of people. In Syria, […]Commission adopts new State aid rules to boost the use of more sustainable ways of transport
March 16, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission adopted today the State aid Land and Multimodal Transport Guidelines (LMT Guidelines) and the State aid Transport Block Exemption Regulation (TBER). These instruments support more sustainable transport modes for both passengers and freight and update the EU State aid framework for […]Commission greenlights Germany’s third payment request for €4.6 billion under NextGenerationEU
March 16, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission positively assessed Germany’s third payment request for €4.6 billion in grants under the Recovery and Resilience Facility, the centrepiece of NextGenerationEU. This is an important step in the delivery of the reforms and investments tied to this payment request, in the areas […]Child sexual abuse online: support for extending voluntary rules until August 2027
March 13, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs support extending an exemption to privacy legislation allowing the voluntary detection of child sexual abuse material online until 3 August 2027. With 458 in favour, 103 against and 63 abstentions, the European Parliament has endorsed a temporary extension of a current derogation of […]MEPs demand action plan to eradicate the gender pay and pension gaps
March 13, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The European Parliament wants an action plan to strengthen women’s work-life balance and improve working conditions and fair pay in women-dominated sectors. In their report, adopted by 458 votes in favour, 72 votes against, and 98 abstentions, MEPs say jobs in women-dominated sectors are […]MEPs call for common defence market and action on flagship EU defence projects
March 13, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Wednesday, Parliament adopted its proposals to build a genuine EU single market for defence and close critical EU defence capability gaps. In a first report, MEPs set out a vision for a stronger and more integrated EU single market for defence, to build […]EU enlargement: a strategic investment in Europe’s security and stability
March 13, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. In a report adopted on Wednesday, MEPs say that enlargement is a strategic response to the evolving geopolitical reality and a vital investment in the EU’s security and stability. Parliament argues the cost of non-enlargement would exceed that of new members joining the EU, […]Parliament’s economic, employment and social priorities for 2026
March 12, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. In two votes on Wednesday, MEPs called for smart defence spending, better implementation of EU economic governance rules, and measures to address poverty and social exclusion. Economic prioritiesThe resolution on economic priorities, adopted with 392 votes in favour, 219 against and 18 abstentions, notes […]Package travel: Parliament greenlights new rules to protect holidaymakers
March 12, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Thursday MEPs gave the green light to revised rules on package travel, enhancing protection for holidaymakers by drawing lessons from the pandemic and high-profile bankruptcies. The updated directive, already provisionally agreed with the EU member states, clarifies which trips and services can be […]March infringements package: key decisions
March 12, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Overview by policy area In its regular package of infringement decisions, the European Commission takes legal action against Member States that fail to comply with their obligations under EU law. These decisions, covering various EU policy areas, aim to ensure the proper application of […]Commission decides to refer Spain to the Court of Justice of the European Union for failing to transpose VAT measures into national law
March 12, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission decided to refer Spain to the Court of Justice of the European Union for failing to transpose two separate Directives related to VAT measures into national law. Council Directive (EU) 2020/285 introduced substantial changes to the VAT rules applicable to small businesses (SMEs) […]Commission approves €260 million Belgian State aid for carbon capture and storage project
March 12, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a €260 million Belgian measure in favour of Air Liquide Large Industry NV (‘Air Liquide’) and BASF Antwerpen NV (‘BASF’) for a carbon capture and storage (‘CCS’) project, Kairos@C. The measure will contribute to […]Migration: the Civil Liberties Committee adopts a reform of EU return rules
March 11, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Monday, the Civil Liberties Committee adopted its position on the proposed changes to the EU’s policy on the return of non-EU nationals illegally staying in the EU. With 41 in favour 32 against and 1 abstention, MEPs in the Civil Liberties Committee adopted […]Protecting copyrighted work and the EU’s creative sector in the age of AI
March 11, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. To protect the creative sector in the EU, the use of copyrighted work by artificial intelligence requires transparency and fair remuneration, Parliament says. On Tuesday, MEPs adopted a series of recommendations to protect copyrighted creative work from use by artificial intelligence (AI), by 460 […]Commission unveils new AI tool to fight agri-food alerts and food fraud
March 11, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has unveiled a new artificial intelligence (AI) platform, TraceMap, to accelerate the detection of food fraud, contaminated food and foodborne disease outbreaks across the EU. In line with the EU’s high safety standards for food and imported products, this new tool […]International Women’s Day: call to act against cyberbullying
March 11, 2026 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Tuesday, MEPs heard Jackie Fox’s testimony about the cyberbullying her daughter suffered and her subsequent work to protect children and adults against such harm. European Parliament President Roberta Metsola said: “The courage of women who refuse to stay silent continues to shape our […]
