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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed Ukraine as "the beating heart of today's European values" in a deeply symbolic visit to Kyiv on Europe Day (9 May) as Russia marked its World War Two Victory Day.

The EU probiotics industry is currently hindered by a ‘fragmented’ internal market that confuses customers and distorts the playing field for businesses, according to stakeholders, who call for regulatory harmonisation.

Parliament decided on Tuesday to urgently deal with a draft bill to increase European production of ammunition and missiles.
Committee on Industry, Research and Energy

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Parliament decided on Tuesday to urgently deal with a draft bill to increase European production of ammunition and missiles.
Committee on Industry, Research and Energy

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Telecoms sector regulation must look to the future if Europe's connectivity goals are to be met. Still, it is important not to lose sight of efforts to bridge the digital divide, according to stakeholders.  

One month before the European Commission is expected to propose a deregulation of certain gene editing techniques, the German governing coalition remains unable to find common ground and might be forced to abstain.

EU lawmakers voted on Tuesday (May 9) to speed up the legislative process and adopt a law aiming to boost ammunition production in Europe to the tune of €500 million, in order to supply Ukraine.

Addressing the EU lawmakers on Tuesday (9 May), German Chancellor Olaf Scholz stressed the need to reform the bloc, particularly if it wants to continue enlarging, and strengthen the European Commission's ability to bring member states to court over rule of law violations.

A delegation of AFET Members travelled to Banjul in The Gambia and to Dakar in Senegal from 3 to 7 April. The main goal of the mission was to contribute to further strengthening the partnerships with these countries. Members met with government and parliament officials as well as with representative of civil society to discuss global and regional security issues.
The visit to Senegal presented a timely opportunity to closely engage with a historical partner and symbol of stability in West Africa. The visit to the Gambia enabled MEPs to better understand the opportunities and shortcomings the Gambia faces in its democratic consolidation and reinforce the EU support for important reforms, as a prerequisite for the future development of the country.
Location : Banjul (The Gambia) and Dakar (Senegal)
Mission report
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The European Parliament’s rapporteur for the EU proposal to regulate the short-term rental market wants to bolster competent authorities’ powers and make the accommodations’ registration process more stringent for platforms. Online platforms for short-term rental accommodation services like Airbnb and...

When it comes to transport, this idea of breaking the continent out of national silos is welcomed in theory, but often resisted at national level. Two examples make this clear, one in the aviation sector, the other in rail.

In a lackluster Victory Day speech on Tuesday (9 May), President Vladimir Putin blamed the West for what he said was an “ideology of superiority” which he compared to the Nazi claims for world domination.

Parliament gave its green light to suspending EU import duties on Ukrainian exports of agricultural products for another year to support the country’s economy.
Committee on International Trade

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Parliament gave its green light to suspending EU import duties on Ukrainian exports of agricultural products for another year to support the country’s economy.
Committee on International Trade

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303 former employees of aluminium producer Alu Ibérica in Spain’s Galicia region will receive over €1.2 million in EU aid after the company declared bankruptcy.
Committee on Budgets

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303 former employees of aluminium producer Alu Ibérica in Spain’s Galicia region will receive over €1.2 million in EU aid after the company declared bankruptcy.
Committee on Budgets

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On Tuesday Parliament voted to top up macro-financial aid for Moldova by up to €145 million to help the country cover part of its funding needs in 2023.
Committee on International Trade

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On Tuesday Parliament voted to top up macro-financial aid for Moldova by up to €145 million to help the country cover part of its funding needs in 2023.
Committee on International Trade

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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz debated with MEPs during the 'This is Europe' series, calling for a united Europe capable of changing to secure its place in the world of tomorrow.

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German Chancellor Olaf Scholz debated with MEPs during the 'This is Europe' series, calling for a united Europe capable of changing to secure its place in the world of tomorrow.

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