This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the BPCE banking group have signed an agreement to mobilise €200 million in loans for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-caps in the French farming and bioeconomy sectors. This is the first operation that the EIB has signed in France […]France: EIB and Groupe BPCE sign an agreement to provide €200 million in support for French agricultural businesses
May 9, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the BPCE banking group have signed an agreement to mobilise €200 million in loans for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and mid-caps in the French farming and bioeconomy sectors. This is the first operation that the EIB has signed in France […]Colombia: UN mission chief stresses need to advance implementation of peace deal
April 23, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Colombia must harmonize peace policies and security policies, the UN Special Representative for the country told the Security Council on Tuesday. Carlos Ruiz Massieu said an upsurge in violence in some regions has highlighted challenges to achieving peace. “In places like Catatumbo, Cauca or Chocó, continued violence, […]Sudan faces unprecedented hunger and displacement as war enters third year
April 11, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The conflict in Sudan has become one of the worst humanitarian crises of the 21st century, leaving millions of women, children and displaced families suffering from violence, food insecurity and the collapse of essential services. As the war enters its third year, UN humanitarians warn that immediate […]MEPs call for a more competitive EU that respects social and labour standards
March 13, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Wednesday, MEPs adopted two resolutions outlining their priorities for the next cycle of economic and social coordination between member states. Economic prioritiesIn a resolution on economic policy coordination, MEPs focus on the need to increase public and private investment to address the investment […]Germany: INERATEC secures €70 million financing commitment for Europe’s largest e-Fuel-production plant in Frankfurt
March 6, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. Sustainable e-Fuel production pioneer INERATEC today formally agreed a €40 million venture debt loan with the European Investment Bank (EIB) and €30 million grant with Breakthrough Energy Catalyst. The combined €70 million backing will finance construction of Europe`s largest sustainable e-Fuel production plant in Frankfurt and […]Bridging Global Gaps in Medical Education: The Need for Access and Innovation
February 20, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Mansi Deshmukh, a 23-year-old medical student at International Higher School Of Medicine(IHSM) Bishkek Kyrgyzstan, currently in her third year of pursuing an MBBS degree. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece […]Clock ticking on South Sudan’s transition, Security Council hears
February 6, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. As South Sudan enters its extended transitional period this month, the UN’s top envoy to the country has warned that the clock is ticking to accomplish the commitments under a key 2018 peace accord, ahead of a new deadline set for February 2027. Signed in 2018 to […]World News in Brief: WHO chief asks US to reconsider withdrawal, gender parity remains distant goal, call for rethink on Nordic alcohol law change
February 4, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The head of the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Monday he would “welcome constructive dialogue” with the United States Government over the decision made by President Donald Trump to withdraw. President Trump’s executive order of 20 January is regrettable “and we hope the US will reconsider,” […]Belgium: UZ Leuven gets support from EIB for modernisation and expansion
January 29, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. UZ Leuven to benefit from €230 million lending agreement between KU Leuven and the European Investment Bank (EIB), to finance its infrastructure plans up to 2031. The works will cover an overhaul of the main Health Sciences campus Gasthuisberg in Leuven. A well-planned layout of medical […]MEPs: support for Venezuela’s opposition is a “moral duty”
January 24, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The regime of Nicolas Maduro is illegitimate and his presidency constitutes an unlawful attempt to remain in power by force, MEPs say in a resolution adopted on Thursday. Condemning in the strongest possible terms the usurpation of the presidency in Venezuela by Nicolas Maduro, […]World News in Brief: Gaza aid surge, El Fasher update, aid to Somalia, justice in Belarus
January 23, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN Special Envoy for Yemen and the head of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) on Wednesday welcomed the release of the crew of a commercial ship held by Houthi rebels for more than a year. The Houthis, also known as Ansar Allah, seized the MV Galaxy […]Increase in climate-driven wildfires calls for more investment in prevention
January 20, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The deadly wildfires that have swept through the Los Angeles area, destroying whole communities and causing billions in damage, reveal why countries must invest more in stopping these devastating blazes before they start. It’s much needed, as wildfires are rapidly increasing in intensity, frequency and duration due […]In Lebanon, Guterres highlights challenges and support for peacekeepers
January 20, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Continuing his high profile visit to Lebanon, UN Secretary-General António Guterres on Friday underscored the challenges faced by UN peacekeepers and reiterated the organization’s commitment to supporting the Lebanese Armed Forces. His itinerary included a trip to Naqoura in the south – where the UN Interim Force […]Ukraine in grip of third winter of escalating Russian attacks
January 9, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Russian forces continue to subject Ukraine’s people to “relentless attacks” by aerial glide bombs, long-range missiles and drones, in a bid to capture further territory in the east of the country, the UN’s deputy human rights chief said on Wednesday. In a scheduled update mandated by the […]Lebanon: Appeal for $371.4 million to boost life-saving support
January 8, 2025 by Leave a Comment
The UN and the Government of Lebanon unveiled a $371.4 million extension of the Lebanon Flash Appeal on Tuesday aiming to provide life-saving assistance to civilians affected by the recent conflict and ongoing humanitarian crisis. Announced at the Grand Serail in Beirut by Deputy Prime Minister Saade el-Shami and UN Humanitarian Coordinator Imran Riza, the appeal […]EBRD supports sustainable growth of Bulgarian protein bars producer
December 27, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with EBRD. The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is partnering with UniCredit Bulbank to support the expansion and sustainable growth of Healthy Bars, a leading Bulgarian protein bar company. The EBRD is sharing the risk on a €14.8 million senior secured loan provided by UniCredit Bulbank […]UN News Champion: ‘Are you keeping up with the death?’ The grinding toll of war in Gaza
December 25, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. As we near the end of another year of war and humanitarian crisis, UN News is highlighting the extraordinary work of staffers in the field who feed our story-telling efforts for global audiences. Our first UN News Champion is Louise Wateridge of the UN agency for Palestine […]Commission approves Novo Holdings’ acquisition of Catalent
December 9, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved unconditionally, under the EU Merger Regulation, the proposed acquisition of Catalent by Novo Holdings. The Commission concluded that the transaction would not raise competition concerns in the European Economic Area (‘EEA’). Novo Holdings is the ultimate owner of Novo […]Middle East crisis: Live updates for 4 December
December 5, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. General Assembly debate UN WebTV Stay on top of the latest news: Today 01:01 π.μ. Meeting adjourns for the day With the final speaker for this afternoon having delivered their statement, the Acting President of the General Assembly has adjourned the meeting. The session will resume at 10 […]Commission approves EasyJet, IAG and AFKLM as remedy takers in the context of ITA Airways merger control investigation
December 2, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, EasyJet Airline Company PLC (‘EasyJet‘), International Airlines Group (‘IAG‘) and Air France-KLM S.A., Société Air France and Koninklijke Luchtvaart Maatschappij N.V. (together ‘AFKLM‘) as suitable remedy takers under the commitments made by Lufthansa AG […]Medical professionals on the frontier: ensuring safety of medical workers in armed conflicts
December 2, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Kenko Togo Tchakounte Lydie, a 5th year medical student at the Faculty of Medicine and Pharmaceutical Sciences (FMPS) Douala, Cameroon. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the […]EU continues to be a global leader on sustainable finance
November 21, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. More than three years after the first transaction of our NextGenerationEU (NGEU) Green Bonds, the EU has issued more than €65 billion of NGEU Green Bonds, setting the EU on track to becoming the largest issuer of Green Bonds in the world. In line […]Displacement crisis reaches 123 million, amid ongoing conflicts
November 8, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees, Filippo Grandi, has called for “urgent international support” as the number of forcibly displaced people worldwide reaches 123 million, with ongoing conflicts in Lebanon, Sudan and other areas driving further displacement. In a statement to the Third Committee of the General […]China is trying to distort history and international law in Taiwan, MEPs warn
October 25, 2024 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Parliament condemns China’s continued military provocations against Taiwan and firmly rejects any unilateral change to the status-quo in the Taiwan Strait. These attempts, particularly by means of force or coercion, will not be accepted and will incur a decisive and firm reaction, warn MEPs. […]Contraception: The Key to Empowering Women and Driving Economic Growth in Low-Income Nations
October 16, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Sadia Khalid, a dedicated professional with an extensive academic background, holding an MBBS and an MD degree. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do […]WHO calls for action to halt rise in hearing loss in Africa
October 8, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The number of people in Africa living with hearing loss could rise to 54 million by 2030, up from 40 million today, unless urgent measures are taken, the World Health Organization (WHO) said in a report published on Monday. Hearing loss already costs the continent $27 million […]Report highlights links between child trafficking and grave violations during conflict
October 4, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. Armed conflict puts children at an increased risk of grave violations while their risk of being trafficked similarly increases, including in transitional periods, a new UN study has revealed. The report – the first of its kind – analyses the links between child trafficking and the six […]Boosting competitiveness of pomegranates in Jordan
October 1, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with EBRD. At the Kufrsoum Cooperative of Pomegranate Producers, over 500 farmers are preserving a legacy passed down through generations. With 200 acres of orchards and 50,000+ pomegranate trees, they produce high-quality pomegranate products while offering visitors a chance to experience farming firsthand. From picking pomegranates to savoring […]Press statement by President von der Leyen on the next College of Commissioners
September 19, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. “Check against delivery” Today, I have met with the Conference of Presidents of the political groups in the European Parliament. In this meeting I have presented to the Parliament the planned structure of the new college, based on my political guidelines, on which we […]AI revolutionizing healthcare
September 5, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article was exclusively written for The European Sting by Ms. Shanzay Naveed, a 3rd year MBBS student at Allama Iqbal Medical College, Pakistan. She is affiliated with the International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), cordial partner of The Sting. The opinions expressed in this piece belong strictly to the writer and do not necessarily reflect IFMSA’s […]UN chief calls for inclusive elections in Bangladesh
August 14, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. The UN Secretary-General has welcomed efforts to restore calm and hold fresh parliamentary elections in Bangladesh, urging the interim Government to be inclusive as the country moves towards restoring democratic rule. In a statement issued by his Deputy Spokesperson late on Monday (New York time), the UN […]Global Growth Steady Amid Slowing Disinflation and Rising Policy Uncertainty
July 17, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with IMF. Major economies are becoming more aligned, but the world’s medium-term prospects remain weak Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas July 16, 2024 Our global growth projections are unchanged at 3.2 percent this year and slightly higher at 3.3 percent for next year, but there have been notable developments beneath the surface since […]€100 million EU for Ukraine Advisory Programme rolls out
June 28, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. This week the European Investment Bank (EIB) welcomed Ukrainian government officials involved in the preparation and implementation of EIB-funded projects to discuss ways of speeding up and increasing the efficiency of multiple recovery projects. The initiative was supported by the Ministry of Finance of Ukraine and […]
