European Parliament (News)

Thursday 12 November 2026

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Parliament held a minute’s silence for victims of the Bulgarian motorway accident, the shooting in Krakow, the racist attack in Trappes and La Verrière, and the Urda train collision.

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Wednesday 11 November 2026

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The European Parliament spokesperson will hold a last-minute briefing on the 11 – 12 November plenary session today at 13.30.

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On Tuesday, Industry Committee MEPs proposed to reshape the European Competitiveness Fund’s scope, governance and budget, with a focus on industrial and security dimensions.
Committee on Industry, Research and Energy

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Research MEPs seek to boost EU scientific excellence, empower expert advice, and improve links between research and competitiveness.
Committee on Industry, Research and Energy

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Parliament’s Energy and Transport Committees agreed to strengthen the 2028-2034 Connecting Europe Facility, EU’s main funding tool for key cross-border infrastructure projects.
Committee on Industry, Research and Energy
Committee on Transport and Tourism

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Employment and Social Affairs Committee MEPs voted their position on the 2028-2034 European Social Fund (ESF), aimed at supporting quality employment, skills and social protection.
Committee on Employment and Social Affairs

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Leading MEPs issued the following joint statement today.
Subcommittee on Human Rights

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Next week about 160 parliamentarians from the African, Caribbean and Pacific states and MEPs will meet in the European Parliament to discuss global challenges.

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On Wednesday, Parliament’s Environment Committee adopted its proposal for revised CO2 emissions targets for new cars and vans and incentives for clean vehicles made in the EU.
Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety

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On Wednesday, Transport and Environment Committees MEPs adopted their position on how the EU should speed up the share of clean vehicles in corporate fleets.
Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety
Committee on Transport and Tourism

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Parliament’s Environment, Internal Market and Transport Committees suggest simplifying and improving certain rules governing the EU automotive industry.
Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety
Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection
Committee on Transport and Tourism

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On Wednesday, MEPs voted to strengthen controls on chemicals used to make illicit drugs, while protecting legitimate trade, research and innovation.
Committee on International Trade
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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Three members of the Legal Affairs Committee will visit the International Criminal Court and other legal institutions in The Hague to promote the rules-based international order.
Committee on Legal Affairs

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In China, the European Parliament’s Trade Committee delegation discussed trade imbalances, market access concerns, as well as opportunities for dialogue.
Committee on International Trade

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Parliament is marking gender equality week with debates on women’s leadership experiences, and how to drive change and inspire the next generations of women leaders.
Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality

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On 26 – 28 October 2026, MEPs of the Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield will travel to Sarajevo on a fact‑finding visit.
Special Committee on the European Democracy Shield

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Next week, in Santa Cruz de Tenerife, EU and Latin American parliamentarians will assess the bilateral relationship and future challenges, in a context of growing instability.

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Trade committee MEPs will travel to China to discuss the country’s trade policy and how it impacts European businesses and jobs, while also exploring opportunities for dialogue.
Committee on International Trade

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