Martin Banks

Martin Banks is an experienced British-born journalist who has been covering the EU beat (and much else besides) in Brussels since 2001.
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.
574 Articles

Concern voiced over Chinese “threats” to Taiwan

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Dr. Chiu Tai-san, former Minister of Mainland Affairs Council in Taiwan, has called…

Belgium will be targeting the teen vote to boost voter turnout 

Brussels (Brussels Morning) - Belgium is set to engage its youth in the upcoming European elections by allowing…

Emirates Announces Special Summer Offers for Dubai Holidaymakers

Dubai (Brussels Morning) - Emirates has announced special offers for holidaymakers traveling to Dubai this summer. From 2…

EU Withdraws from Energy Charter Treaty, A Landmark Victory for Climate Justice

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Campaigners have applauded a decision to escape “the sinking ship of a treaty.”…

Dick Roche, Former Irish government minister voices concerns over EU

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Dick Roche, former Irish Minister for Europe, expressed concerns over the European Parliament's…

EU-funded project to develop high tech camouflage for European soldiers

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - An EU-funded project aims to provide a much-needed boost for Europe’s defence sector…

Just like Shakespeare, “Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune” is still relevant

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The upcoming production of "Frankie and Johnny in the Clair de Lune" in…

The European People’s Party and the Liberals accused of forming an “unholy alliance”

Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The European Greens have accused the European People’s Party (EPP) and the Liberals…

Europe’s mayors voice concern over housing “crisis”

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The Eurocities Pulse Mayors Survey unveils the pressing concerns and priorities of mayors…

Injured Ukraine military men among thousands taking part in Brussels 20km

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Ukrainian war veterans, despite enduring amputations and serious injuries in the conflict with…

Historic Brussels arcade home to another “institution”

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The once thriving horeca trade is struggling very badly here but there is…

European Greens Urge Action Against Far-Right Threat in Crucial Elections

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - The upcoming European elections are critical for preventing far-right parties from gaining power…

ECFR polling predicts far-right divisions could limit EU agenda

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Upcoming EU elections are forecasted to significantly impact the EU's policy agenda, with…

Eurelectric’s study shows Europe’s distribution grids need to be urgently modernised

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Europe’s distribution grids need to be urgently modernised to enable massive electrification of…

Leading European NGOs initiated campaign for Safe and Accessible Abortion

Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) - Leading European NGOs met in Berlin on May 22, 2024 (Wednesday) calling to…

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