This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. EU member states and MEPs have agreed on essential improvements to a new support facility for Moldova, focusing on better financing and democratic oversight. Negotiators from the European Parliament and the Council of the EU have reached a provisional agreement on Wednesday on the […]Parliament and member states agree on new support plan for Moldova
February 20, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. EU member states and MEPs have agreed on essential improvements to a new support facility for Moldova, focusing on better financing and democratic oversight. Negotiators from the European Parliament and the Council of the EU have reached a provisional agreement on Wednesday on the […]Scaling up or losing steam? Parliamentarians debate the future of the SDGs
February 17, 2025 by Leave a Comment
This article is published in association with United Nations. As the clock ticks toward 2030, parliamentarians gathered at UN Headquarters in New York on Thursday to assess the state of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) – and the verdict was anything but unanimous. Amid deepening global debt, taxation disputes and a widening gap between ambition and […]Parliament paves way for the use of EU funds to finance natural disaster recovery
December 18, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Two new EU laws will offer quick EU funding for recovery measures following natural disasters that have occurred after 1 January 2024. The Regional Emergency Support to Reconstruction (“RESTORE”) proposal allows EU countries to more easily channel European regional development funds (ERDF) and cohesion […]Parliament improves its environmental performance
November 27, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Parliament strengthens its commitment to sustainability by adopting ambitious environmental targets for the years to come. On Monday, the Parliament’s Bureau, the body that takes decisions on matters concerning the institution’s internal organisation, approved a significant increase in efforts to further reduce the Parliament’s […]EU deforestation law: Parliament wants to give companies one more year to comply
November 15, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. EU deforestation obligations will be postponed one year so that companies can comply with the law that ensures products sold in the EU are not sourced from deforested land. In response to concerns raised by EU member states, non-EU countries, traders and operators that […]Rule of Law in Hungary: Parliament condemns the “Sovereignty Act”
April 25, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. A new resolution on the state of EU values in Hungary pinpoints several concerns, especially given the upcoming elections and the Hungarian Presidency of the Council. Wrapping up the plenary debate that took place on 10 April, Parliament adopted on Wednesday (399 votes in favour, 117 […]“Parliament 2024”: a more modern and efficient Parliament after the elections
April 12, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The new internal rules will strengthen Parliament’s working methods, its institutional role, and its capacity to act. On Wednesday, MEPs approved (with 429 votes in favour, 148 against, and 47 abstentions) the report implementing the recommendations by the Parliamentary reform group “Parliament 2024”, as […]Nature restoration: Parliament adopts law to restore 20% of EU’s land and sea
February 28, 2024 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The new law sets a target for the EU to restore at least 20% of the EU’s land and sea areas by 2030 and all ecosystems in need of restoration by 2050. The EU nature restoration law, agreed with member states, will restore degraded […]Commission approves the acquisition of Asiana by Korean Air, subject to conditions
February 14, 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, the proposed acquisition of Asiana Airlines Inc. (‘Asiana’) by Korean Air Lines Co., Ltd (‘Korean Air’). The approval is conditional upon full compliance with the remedies offered by Korean Air. Today’s decision follows an in-depth […]Future of the EU: Parliament’s proposals to amend the Treaties
November 23, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Changes aim to give citizens a stronger say and create a more effective European Union Legislative process has to evolve to be fit for purpose in light of modern challenges Concrete suggestions for all policy areas, expansion of EU-level cooperation in key fields Parliament […]Parliament wants tougher enforcement of EU sanctions against Russia
November 10, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs want more EU-level oversight and better efforts to limit Moscow’s ability to bypass the EU’s restrictive measures.In a resolution adopted on Thursday, Parliament voices its alarm over existing loopholes in the EU’s sanctions regime against Russia. While highlighting the unprecedented nature of the […]Parliament pushes for start of EU accession talks with Moldova
October 6, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. In a resolution, MEPs vote to reaffirm their commitment to Moldova’s future EU membership and want accession talks with Chişinău to launch before the end of the year. The Moldovan government has, MEPs say, demonstrated its determination and ability to fulfil the European Commission’s […]Parliament argues for a top-up to multi-annual budget for crisis response
October 4, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Revision of EU multiannual financial framework (MFF) urgent to tackle current challenges caused by multiple crises Commission’s proposal for a revision needs more ambition MEPs add €10 billion for 2024-2027 to boost areas like migration, external challenges, the EU’s strategic autonomy, and to enhance […]Parliament strengthens rules on integrity, transparency and accountability
September 15, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. All MEPs to publish meetings with representatives of interest groups, third countries Asset declarations at the beginning and end of term in office Tighter rules for conflicts of interest, second income, gifts Unofficial groupings’ activities regulated and restricted Parliament has revised its internal rules […]Commission proposes fishing opportunities for 2024 in the Baltic Sea
August 28, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today, the Commission has adopted its proposal for the 2024 fishing opportunities for the Baltic Sea in response to a scientific assessment that indicates several fisheries are in a dire situation. The Commission proposed today thetotal allowable catches (TACs) and quotas for three out […]COVID-19: Parliament adopts roadmap to better prepare for future health crises
July 14, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs want to reinforce the European Health Union and the resilience of national health systems in view of future challenges. Over the past year, the European Parliament’s Special Committee on the COVID-19 pandemic (COVI) analysed the impact of the crisis, evaluated the effectiveness of […]Parliament strengthens its anti-harassment policy
July 11, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Today’s Bureau agreement reaffirms Parliament’s commitment as an employer to offer a safe and inclusive working environment, where there is zero tolerance towards inappropriate behaviour.In January 2023, President Metsola mandated the Quaestors to work on proposals to reinforce Parliament’s anti-harassment policies. Building on the […]Parliament calls on NATO to invite Ukraine to join the alliance
June 19, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs call on NATO allies to honour their commitment to Ukraine and pave the way for Kyiv to be invited to join the defence alliance. In the resolution, adopted on Thursday with 425 votes in favour, 38 against with 42 abstentions, MEPs stress that […]Parliament backs new rules for sustainable, durable products and no greenwashing
May 12, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Thursday, MEPs backed draft legislation to improve product labelling and durability and to put a stop to misleading claims. With 544 votes to 18 and 17 abstentions, plenary approved the proposal for a new directive on empowering consumers for the green transition. Its […]Asylum and migration: Parliament confirms key reform mandates
April 21, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Plenary agreed on Thursday to open talks with EU member states on several migration and asylum policy files. MEPs approved entering into interinstitutional negotiations on all the files on which they voted. Screening of third-country nationals The decision to start negotiations on this new […]Parliament ready to negotiate with Council for an EU-wide digital wallet
March 20, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The new digital identity framework would provide EU citizens with digital access to key public services across EU borders. Parliament on Thursday confirmed -with 418 votes to 103, with 24 abstentions- the negotiating mandate for talks with the EU member states on the revision […]Parliament slams repression and show trials in Belarus
March 16, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs are alarmed about the ongoing crackdown in Belarus, including the jailing of Nobel laureates and journalists, and call for further sanctions against the country. On Wednesday, Parliament adopted a resolution condemning the Belarusian regime’s continued systematic repression of the country’s people and dissenting […]Climate change: Parliament votes to reduce member states’ emissions by 40%
March 14, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The new Effort Sharing Regulation reduces the allowed maximum level of greenhouse gas emissions in member states from transport, buildings and agriculture until 2030. Parliament today adopted with 486 votes to 132 and 10 abstentions the revision of the so-called Effort Sharing Regulation. It […]Parliament and Council negotiators agree on new rules to boost energy savings
March 13, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs and the Swedish Presidency of the Council agreed on new energy saving targets in both primary and final energy consumption in the EU. Member states should collectively ensure a reduction of energy consumption of at least 11.7% at EU level by 2030 (compared […]Parliamentarians from across Europe discuss economic, social and budgetary issues
February 28, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. The annual meeting on economic governance between MEPs and MPs from 29 European countries, including Ukraine, kicked off on Monday. The conference, which will end on Tuesday, was opened by EP President Roberta Metsola on Monday afternoon who told participants that Europe must remain […]Here are 4 parliaments that have more women than men
February 20, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you thanks to the collaboration of The European Sting with the World Economic Forum. Author: Gabi Thesing, Senior Writer, Formative Content There was much celebration last year when for the first time in New Zealand’s history there were more women in parliament than men. Soraya Peke-Mason from the liberal Labour Party was sworn in […]Parliament urges Georgia to pardon and release ex-President Mikheil Saakashvili
February 16, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. MEPs say the way former President Mikheil Saakashvili is being treated is a litmus test of the Georgian government’s commitment to European values. In a resolution adopted on Wednesday, Parliament expresses its grave concerns about the deteriorating health of former Georgian President Mikheil Saakashvili, […]Group leaders endorse first steps of parliamentary reform
February 9, 2023 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. European Parliament group leaders endorsed the reform plan, proposed by President Metsola, at the Conference of Presidents in Brussels today. The reforms aim at strengthening the Parliament’s integrity, independence and accountability, while protecting the free mandate of Members. Other medium and long-term measures will […]Corruption allegations: Parliament has to seize the moment, MEPs say
January 18, 2023 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. One month after the allegations and charges against some MEPs, Parliament took stock of developments and demanded concrete action to close loopholes. Opening the debate on behalf of the European Commission, Commissioner Ylva Johansson decried the “few who had put at risk the good […]Parliament agrees to adapted €18 billion loan to Ukraine
December 15, 2022 by 1 Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Wednesday, MEPs agreed to a modified regulation allowing the €18 billion support package to be transferred to Ukraine after Hungary had vetoed the original proposal. Parliament accepted, through the so-called urgent procedure, the Council-proposed change in the Macrofinancial Assistance Plus regulation that allows […]Parliament approves €5 billion loan to Ukraine
September 16, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. On Thursday, MEPs gave the green light to a €5 billion macro-financial loan to help Ukraine cover its acute financing needs caused by Russia’s invasion. This is the second, and largest, tranche of a €9 billion EU support package, of which €1 billion has […]Fit for 55: Parliament pushes for greener aviation fuels
July 7, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Parliament. Used cooking oil, synthetic fuel or even hydrogen should gradually become the norm as aviation fuel to help EU become climate neutral by 2050, said MEPs on Thursday. Parliament adopted its position on new draft EU rules to increase the uptake of sustainable fuels […]Digital Services Package: Commission welcomes the adoption by the European Parliament of the EU’s new rulebook for digital services
July 5, 2022 by Leave a Comment
This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. The Commission welcomes the adoption by the European Parliament of the Digital Services Act and Digital Markets Act, proposed by the Commission in December 2020. The Digital Services Package sets out a first comprehensive rulebook for the online platforms that we all depend on […]
