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Elon Musk und Jeff Bezos, die reichsten Männer der Welt, haben sich mit Donald Trump in Florida zum Abendessen getroffen. Trotz früherer Konflikte suchen beide Tech-Giganten nun die Nähe zum künftigen Präsidenten.

TASR: Peter Visolajský, az Orvosi Szakszervezet (LOZ) elnöke közölte, ellenőrizni fogják, milyen konkrét lépéseket tesz a kormány, hogy február végéig teljesítse a megállapodást. Nagyra értékeli, hogy sikerült kompromisszumot találni Kamil Šaško (Hlas) egészségügyi miniszterrel. Köszönetet mondott annak a 3.340 orvosnak is, akik beadták a felmondásukat, mert nekik köszönhetően sikerül megállapodni a nővérek és más egészségügyi dolgozók béréről is.

Written by Clare Ferguson and Katarzyna Sochacka.

The European Union’s external relations topped the agenda for the December 2024 plenary session, with several debates on statements by the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, and Vice-President of the European Commission, Kaja Kallas, attending the plenary for the first time in her new capacity. These included the toppling of the Syrian regime and its consequences; Russia’s disinformation activities and fraudulent justification of its war against Ukraine; the use of rape as a weapon of war (e.g. in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Sudan). The day after Kallas’s remarks on the crackdown on peaceful pro-European demonstrators in Georgia, Salome Zourabichvili, President of Georgia, addressed Members in a formal sitting.

Other debates on Commission statements covered, inter alia: the situation in Mayotte following the recent devastating cyclone; a European innovation act; harassment and cyber-violence against female politicians in EU candidate and neighbouring countries; a shared vision for sustainable European tourism; promoting social dialogue and the right to strike; tackling abusive subcontracting; the need to ensure swift action and transparency on public-sector corruption allegations; urgent EU action to preserve nature and biodiversity; and the Commission’s plans to revise outstanding proposals on animal welfare in its 2025 work plan.

Members also debated ahead of the European Council meeting of 19 December 2024 and set out their expectations ahead of the EU-Western Balkans Summit that took place the previous day. Parliament created two new standing committees, upgrading the former sub-committees on Public Health, and on Security and Defence; and set up two special committees: on the European Democracy Shield, and the Housing Crisis.

Sakharov Prize 2024

The Sakharov Prize celebrates those who defend fundamental freedoms and human rights, in often very difficult circumstances. President Roberta Metsola awarded the 2024 prize to María Corina Machado and Edmundo González Urrutia, leaders of Venezuela’s democratic opposition, recognised by Parliament as the Venezuelan people’s democratically chosen leaders.

Election of the Ombudsman

Teresa Anjinho was elected to serve as the next European Ombudsman in a vote conducted in two ballots. She will hold the office for the 2024-2029 term. Under the incumbent, Emily O’Reilly, the role of the European Ombudsman has seen important changes, with a new statute put in place.

Activities of the European Ombudsman: 2023 annual report

Parliament debated a Committee on Petitions (PETI) report proposing that Members approve the European Ombudsman’s 2023 activity report. The report highlights key issues, including transparency, accountability, and ethical concerns. The Ombudsman’s 2023 report notes that the Ombudsman opened 393 complaint-based inquiries and tackled systemic issues through 5 own-initiative inquiries, further cementing the role in promoting good administration.

Regional emergency support for reconstruction

Climate-related disasters are recurring increasingly often in Europe. To speed up the EU’s support for those affected, Members debated and adopted the RESTORE regional emergency support proposal. It seeks to allow EU countries to re-programme up to €17.7 billion from EU cohesion policy funds for disaster relief and reconstruction. This includes financing reconstruction work by up to 100 %, with 30 % pre-financing to allow funds to be immediately available.

EU conclusion of the UN Mauritius Convention

Investor-State dispute settlement, used to resolve disputes in international investment agreements, has long been criticised for its opacity. New rules came into force in 2014 to address the transparency issue, by mandating public access to proceedings and documents, bolstering legitimacy and public trust. Those rules apply only to post-2014 agreements, but the 2014 United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) Mauritius Convention would extend their scope to earlier treaties. The EU sees the convention as a key step toward modernising the process. Following a Committee on International Trade (INTA) recommendation, Parliament gave consent to the EU’s conclusion of the Mauritius Convention.

EU priorities for the 69th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women

Members debated EU priorities on gender equality. The plenary adopted a recommendation from Parliament’s Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality (FEMM) which urges the EU to lead by example on addressing gender-based violence, ensuring healthcare access, promoting gender equality in decision-making, and applying gender mainstreaming across policies, ahead of the 69th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women. The session will mark the 30th anniversary of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, adopted by 189 countries in 1995, which provides a global roadmap for gender equality.

Misinformation and disinformation on social media

Romania recently annulled its presidential elections due to foreign interference linked to disinformation campaigns. Intelligence reports revealed thousands of accounts, many associated with foreign influence, amplifying political messaging. Following a Commission statement on the misinformation and disinformation on social media, Parliament debated measures to ensure that online platforms conform to the rules under the Digital Services Act, as well as strengthening EU resilience against election interference.

Improving EU farmers’ and agricultural workers’ working conditions and wellbeing

Following a statement from the European Commission, Members debated measures to improve working conditions and mental wellbeing for farmers and agricultural workers. Farmers face significantly higher risks at work than in other sectors, with fatality rates at 233 % above average, and elevated stress leading to higher suicide rates. Parliament has already called for improved working conditions in the sector, particularly for those working in remote regions.

Updating the European strategy for the rights of persons with disabilities

Parliament heard and debated a Commission statement on the need to update the EU’s 2021-2030 disability rights strategy, to focus on new initiatives for 2025-2030. While progress has been made on accessibility, employment, and inclusion through flagship action like the Disability Employment Package and the AccessibleEU resource centre, challenges remain for disability rights in areas including poverty, education, housing, and healthcare.

Right to clean drinking water in the EU

Access to clean drinking water is a fundamental right long championed by Parliament, but water scarcity, microplastics and other contaminants persist in the EU. Members debated a Commission statement on the right to clean drinking water , where updated EU rules under the Drinking Water Directive aim to enhance water quality and improve access for vulnerable groups.

Opening of trilogue negotiations

One decision to enter into interinstitutional negotiations from the Employment and Social Affairs Committee (EMPL), on the establishment and functioning of European works councils, was approved by a vote. Another, from the Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee (ECON), on the framework for financial data access, was approved without a vote.

Corrigenda

Following committee approval of the corrigendum on the European health data space legislative file, voted in plenary before the end of last term, it was approved, under Rule 251 of the Rules of Procedure.

Read the complete ‘at a glance’ note on ‘Plenary round-up – December 2024‘ in the Think Tank pages of the European Parliament.

Eine Griechin steht wegen zweifachen Mordversuchs an ihrem Partner vor Gericht. Sie soll ihm Rattengift ins Essen gemischt und ihn mit einer Handsappie attackiert haben. Trotz der schweren Vorwürfe sind die beiden mittlerweile wieder ein Paar.

Dominik Kelsang Erne trotzt den winterlichen Bedingungen beim 24-Stunden-Lauf in Barcelona und kommt mit einer neuen persönlichen Bestleistung nach Hause. Und einer Marke, die in der Schweiz seit 16 Jahren niemand mehr aufgestellt hat.

Les efforts de Bruxelles pour stimuler la compétitivité de l’UE par le biais d’une intégration plus profonde des marchés de capitaux et de réductions des dépenses publiques sont une recette pour un désastre économique, estime Fabio De Masi, eurodéputé de la BSW, un parti populiste allemand de gauche.

Der Kampf des Jahres erhält ein weiteres Kapitel. Am Samstag treffen die zwei Schwergewichts-Giganten Tyson Fury und Oleksandr Usyk zum zweiten Mal dieses Jahres aufeinander. Hier kommen alle Infos zum Spektakel.

With one year to go until the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off, what can we expect when the finals return to Morocco?

Günstige Wohnungen sind beliebt. Alleinbewerber bist du praktisch nie. Darum solltest du dich von anderen Interessierten abheben. Blick gibt dir fünf Tricks und zeigt, wies geht.

Die EU-Wettbewerbsfähigkeit durch eine tiefere Integration der Kapitalmärkte und Kürzungen bei den öffentlichen Ausgaben zu steigern, sei laut dem BSW-Abgeordneten im EU-Parlament, Fabio De Masi, ein Rezept für eine wirtschaftliche Katastrophe. Darauf verwette er seine Kaffeemaschine.

Isack Hadjar, jeune pilote franco-algérien, est désormais l’une des grandes promesses du sport automobile. En 2025, il fera ses premiers pas en Formule 1 avec […]

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Fertig verhandelt! Das Abkommen zwischen der Schweiz und der Europäischen Union steht. Das sind die wichtigsten Punkte.

L'une des craintes des pays et des autorités internationales chaque fois qu'un coup d'État se produit dans un autre pays est l'incertitude quant à la protection de la liberté d'expression.

L'une des craintes des pays et des autorités internationales chaque fois qu'un coup d'État se produit dans un autre pays est l'incertitude quant à la protection de la liberté d'expression.

Pénteki (12. 20.) ülésén a kormány jóváhagyta a szerződést az Orvosi Szakszervezettel (LOZ) az ágazati szociális béke helyreállításáról. A kormány ebben kötelezi magát a szakszervezet több elvárásának teljesítésére, a vitás pontokról pedig tovább tárgyalnak.

Alle Jahre wieder das Gleiche: Weihnachten nähert sich, Geschenke müssen gekauft, die Wohnung dekoriert und das Fest vorbereitet werden. Für viele kann der Advent zum Spiessrutenlauf werden. Wie Sie den Stress gekonnt vermeiden, erfahren Sie hier.

Im Kanton Freiburg sind am Donnerstag bei drei verschiedenen Unfällen Personen auf Fussgängerstreifen von Autos erfasst worden. Zwei der drei Opfer mussten ins Spital, wie die Kantonspolizei Freiburg am Freitag mitteilte.

Ein Reifen hat sich am Donnerstagnachmittag in Malters LU von einem Lastwagen gelöst. Er rollte auf die Gegenfahrbahn und dort in ein Auto. Dessen Lenkerin wurde leicht verletzt. Der Sachschaden beläuft sich auf mehrere zehntausend Franken.

Bernhard Russi war wie Lindsey Vonn Speed-Skifahrer. Die Sucht, nach der Karriere wieder an die Grenzen zu gehen, kennt auch der Blick-Experte aus eigener Erfahrung. Wenn auch nicht auf der Skipiste.

Fast eineinhalb Jahre nach der Untersuchung des CS-Debakels hat die parlamentarische Untersuchungskommission (PUK) ihre Ergebnisse präsentiert. Die Reaktionen aus der Community sind eindeutig: Viele fragen sich, ob tatsächlich Konsequenzen gezogen werden.