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EU launches first round of tenders to jointly buy gas

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 13:33
The European Commission on Wednesday (10 May) launched the first round of tenders for gas sellers to link with EU buyers on the joint gas purchasing platform to help maintain security of supply and tackle high energy prices.
Categories: European Union

EU lawmakers call for more inclusive school canteen options

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 13:13
Products available in school canteens should take into account children’s dietary restrictions such as food intolerances and allergies, which may include plant-based alternatives, lawmakers said - an issue which has proved divisive among stakeholders. 
Categories: European Union

Russian sanctions evasion shows circumvention is the biggest threat to Europe

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 12:38
The EU needs to continue to adopt new sanctions on Russia and work to ensure they are not circumvented, writes Anrike Visser.
Categories: European Union

France mulls new ‘frontline’ digital bill going beyond EU rules

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 12:31
A new legislative initiative is being discussed in Paris that would implement landmark EU legislation but also introduce new proposals on digital fraud, online harassment, child protection, media bans, and cloud switching.
Categories: European Union

The true cost of animal farming and the economic case for change [Promoted content]

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 12:00

The animal welfare legislation is under revision and some voices are questioning the economic feasibility of the changes benefiting animals. The main arguments are that it would be too expensive for farmers and consumers, but is that really the case?

 
Categories: European Union

Is the proposed EU ‘deforestation’ regulation really a win for the environment?

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 10:26
An important piece of EU legislation outlawing products linked to deforestation is in the making, but its effect on the EU’s trade policy is far from certain, writes Piter Cleppe.
Categories: European Union

Untying the EU’s Gordian electricity knot

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 08:55
Berlin’s push for an EU-wide electricity tariff for industry has underlined the complex web of energy taxation and compensation schemes currently in place across the European Union, writes Nikolaus J. Kurmayer.
Categories: European Union

MEPs push to dedicate 2024 as European Year of Food Sustainability

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 08:48
A group of MEPs advises the EU executive to proclaim 2024 as a European year of 'sustainable and resilient food systems' in a letter seen by EURACTIV.
Categories: European Union

Yellen heads to G7 with debt ceiling, bank crisis and tax woes in tow

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 08:05
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen lands at Japan's G7 finance meeting this week, with her economic agenda hijacked by a partisan fight over the US debt ceiling that threatens a new financial crisis, and a signature tax deal blocked by Republicans.
Categories: European Union

Albanian PM backs Erdogan in run-up to Turkish elections

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 07:55
In today’s edition of the Capitals, find out more about the European flag causing a commotion in the Dutch parliament, Finnish support for the EU increased since the Ukraine war, and so much more.
Categories: European Union

No quick deal in sight as EU countries start talks on new Russia sanctions

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 07:51
European Union states hold a first discussion on Wednesday (10 May) on proposed new sanctions over Russia's war in Ukraine that would target Chinese and Iranian firms and allow export curbs on third countries for busting existing trade restrictions.
Categories: European Union

Greeks prepare for crucial debate ahead of unpredictable 21 May elections

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 07:41
The leaders of main Greek political parties will hold a televised debate on Wednesday ahead of the 21 May national elections, which, at this stage, are unlikely to produce a government. A proportional system will apply in the first round...
Categories: European Union

Interview: Croatian EU funding highlights greening, digitalisation

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 07:35
Around 15,000 Croatian projects are set to benefit from EU funds from the 2014-2020 cycle, with more expected by the end of the decade, mostly focusing on green policies and digitalisation, presenting a great opportunity for the country, Regional Development...
Categories: European Union

Scholz asks EU to keep promises to Western Balkans

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 07:33
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has called on European Parliament and the European Union to keep its promises to the Western Balkans and speed up integration while also voicing support for continued dialogue between Kosovo and Serbia. Addressing the EU Parliament...
Categories: European Union

Cybersecurity Competence Centre in Bucharest to provide Europe-wide Cyber Shield

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 07:32
The European Cybersecurity Competence Center (ECCC) was officially opened on Tuesday in Bucharest, the first European entity based in Romania to ensure the functioning of the EU-wide Cyber Shield. ECCC became “a reality” almost two years ago, and the governing...
Categories: European Union

Investigation probes whether Bulgarian chief prosecutor attack was staged

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 07:32
The National Investigation Service’s investigation into the explosion on 1 May near the armoured limousine of Chief Prosecutor Ivan Geshev is also examining whether it was staged, Deputy Prosecutor General Borislav Sarafov told Bulgarian National Radio. On the day of...
Categories: European Union

Discovering Moderna’s new landscape for vaccines in Europe

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 07:30
The end of COVID, new cancer vaccines and a brand new laboratory with the biggest end-to-end production hub for Moderna outside of the US. EURACTIV's health team discovers Moderna's new landscape for vaccines together with Chantal Friebertshäuser of Moderna Europe.
Categories: European Union

NATO exercises to defend against threats to critical underwater infrastructure

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 07:21
Spain is prepared to defend NATO territory 'in any scenario', Jesus Viñas Barciela, captain of the Spanish frigate Alvaro de Bazan, which participated in alliance-led exercises in how to counter threats to critical underwater infrastructure, told EURACTIV’s partner EFE.
Categories: European Union

EU Parliament criticises Commission amid rise in borrowing costs

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 07:15
As the EU's borrowing costs increase, the European Parliament has called on the Commission to clarify what this means for the EU budget, concerned that spending on policy priorities might be hurt due to a lack of funding.
Categories: European Union

Moscow to complain following Victory Day incident in Poland

Wed, 05/10/2023 - 07:11
After Ambassador to Poland Sergey Andreev could not lay a wreath at the Soviet Military Cemetery in Warsaw to commemorate Victory Day, the Russian Foreign Ministry announced it would complain about the unfriendly approach from Poland. Despite Polish authorities’ recommendation,...
Categories: European Union

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