More flexible visa suspension mechanism  

This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Parliament has backed legislation to make it easier to remove the right to visa-free travel to the EU from countries posing security risks or breaching human rights. In a vote on Tuesday, MEPs approved a reform of the EU visa suspension mechanism concerning 61 […]

EIB Group appoints first ombudsperson to further strengthen workplace accountability and well-being

This article is published in association with European Investment Bank. The EIB Group has appointed Bálint Balassa as the Group’s first ombudsperson, who will serve as an independent, neutral resource, supporting staff in confidential conflict resolution. The ombudsperson will provide a safe and confidential space where staff can raise concerns and seek guidance. He will assist […]

Afghanistan’s socioeconomic crisis deepens amid crackdown on women’s rights

This article is published in association with United Nations. In Afghanistan, 75 per cent of the population struggles to meet their daily needs; with female-headed households, rural communities and internally displaced persons being most affected, the UN development agency (UNDP) has noted in a new report. As the Afghan economy faces stalled local production and weak […]

Ukraine reels from one of the deadliest days of war

This article is published in association with United Nations. Attacks across Ukraine on Friday reportedly left 21 civilians dead and scores injured, making it one of the deadliest days this year, the UN Human Rights Monitoring Mission in the country said in a statement issued on Saturday night.  “With 21 civilians reported killed, 7 March was […]

Commission reports show faster progress is needed across Europe to protect waters and better manage flood risks

This article is published in association with European Investment Bank.

This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the European Commission is publishing its latest reports on the state of water in the European Union. Covering the implementation of the Water Framework Directive, the Floods Directive, and the Marine Strategy Framework Directive, the reports highlight the progress made to improve the […]

Metsola to European Council: We are strongest when we act together

This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. We need to strengthen our solidarity with Ukraine, and boost Europe’s investments and competitiveness”, said European Parliament President Roberta Metsola at the European Council. On Ukraine: “We must keep pushing for solidarity with Ukraine – in political, economic, humanitarian and military terms. We need […]

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