Martin Banks
Previously, he had worked for many years in regional journalism in the UK and freelanced for national titles.
He has a keen interest in foreign affairs and has closely followed the workings of the European Parliament and MEPs in particular for some years.
Spanish presidency and economic priorities for Europe in 2024
Belgium (Brussels Morning newspaper) The incoming Spanish presidency of the EU has been issued with a “wish list” of…
Georgian President reiterates “unwavering will” of Georgian people to join European family
“Your recommendations are not some foreign ideas imposed on us - as was Soviet ideology. These are in…
European Mental Health Week: A risk of policy overreach?
Belgium (Brussels Morning newspaper), European Mental Health Week, a key awareness-raising exercise that has just concluded, brought the…
Spain’s conservative opposition heading for emphatic win in regional polls
Belgium (Brussels Morning newspaper) Spain's conservative opposition Popular Party has recorded significant gains in Sunday's elections. The results…
European Commission Welcomes Deal on Single Access Point, Boosting Capital Markets
Meanwhile, BusinessEurope, a Brussels-based organization representing the business sector in Europe, has released a policy paper titled "Open…
Ukraine’s regions and cities take further steps towards EU
At the Conference, the Ukrainian government presented its roadmap for the country's reconstruction. The year's Ukraine Recovery Conference…
Taiwanese Community in Belgium Protests for Taiwan’s Entry into WHO
China sees self-ruled Taiwan as a breakaway province that will eventually be under Beijing's control and China's President…
Criminals loot cultural heritage in Macedonia
Several incidents over the past decade demonstrate the threat posed to the rich cultural heritage of this Balkan…
MEPs Push for New EU Laws to Streamline Asset Seizures and Compensate Victims
It was said that, compared to existing legislation, the new directive would also cover trafficking in firearms, certain…
Philanthropic Support for Environmental Causes Surges Despite Recession, Says Report
The author Jon Cracknell told Brussels Morning that the new report shows a rapid growth in philanthropic support…
Unveiling Solutions: Tackling the Global Mental Health Crisis Together
Breaking the Silence: Addressing the Global Mental Health Crisis with Innovative Solutions and Collective Action
Ukraine top of the agenda for G7 and MEPs
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) Ukraine remains firmly on the EU agenda, both with EU leaders and for MEPs.…
Ukraine crisis will hit economy but EU is ready
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) The EU admits there is “persistent uncertainty” stemming from Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine. But…
EU research commissioner Mariya Gabriel resigns
She had served as European Commissioner since 2017, when she replaced Kristalina Georgieva, now the head of the…
MEPs raise concerns over draft EU-US data transfer deal
According to the Parliament, reforms introduced by an Executive Order of the President of the United States that…