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.
Contemporary art expo opens in Brussels
Currently has about 43 contemporary artworks of people like Madonna, Lady Gaga, Audrey Hepburn and Billie Eilish displayed…
EU unveils plans for better healthcare for citizens
A draft law just presented by the EU also gives health professionals access to their patients’ data, based…
New EU-Chile trade ties welcomed
This agreement focuses on trade and investment liberalization. It aims to update the current EU-Chile association agreement and…
“Myth buster” counters the “dangerous distraction” of nuclear
“The cheapest, fastest, and only feasible replacement for fossil fuels is renewables. While the accelerated deployment of wind…
Uzbekistan aims to become world’s IT outsourcing club
In contrast, delegates heard that Uzbekistan offers a “stable and welcoming” environment, underpinned by a supportive government and…
EU reacts to outcome of Russian elections
He sought to defend the legitimacy of the poll and said, “No matter who or how much they…
Flying the flag for Brusels’ Horeca sector in “difficult times”
The area, in the shadow of the city’s huge Palace of Justice (and Big Wheel), still boasts a…
Road safety experts hit out at EU parliament vote
The parliament this week voted on a proposal published in July last year by the European Commission to…
EU cracks down on illegal firearms
Under new harmonized rules, all imports and a vast majority of exports of firearms for civilian use will…
Campaign launched to “defend voting rights”
Campaigners say this will create a “two-tier” system for EU citizens’ voting rights and local authorities will be…
EU civil society sounds like starting gun on Euro elections
“The message for the next EU leaders is clear – more democracy and youth, less fake news and…
Far right surges in Portuguese elections
Democratic Alliance leader Luís Montenegro told supporters that the Portuguese had voted for change, although the margin of…
NATO to hold a special ceremony to mark Sweden joining the Alliance
Sweden became NATO’s newest member on 7 March upon depositing its instrument of accession to the North Atlantic…
Tackling rare diseases
The aim is also to build a common front to tackle the problem among EU institutions, European countries,…
Innovative Wine App “Winevizer” Revolutionizes Wine Selection for Professionals and Consumers
The core functionality of Winevizer revolves around a simple yet powerful QR code system, granting users access to…