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.
Omar Harfouch calls for international support in combating corruption in Lebanon
Harfouch, founder of the Third Lebanese Republic political party and a prominent reformist voice, described Lebanon as a…
Awards honour valuable contributions to EU rail sector
The “Rail Trailblazer” prize has gone to a project by Danish State Railways (DSB) pioneering a new train…
Trilogue agreement – The right to repair is coming
The Commission said it welcomes the provisional political deal on the Commission’s March 2023 proposal on common rules to promote the repair of goods…
Taiwan’s ambassador to the EU helps promote its tourist potential at the launch of the trade show
The four-day show (Salon des Vacances/Vakantiesalon), at Brussels Expo, opened on Thursday and runs until Sunday (3 February)…
Brand new resto “takes root” on Brussels eating out scene
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), The eating out habits of Belgians may be changing, according to a survey. Comeos, the…
Echoes of a failed coup attempt: Kazakhstan’s Special Services discover another weapons cache
Initially sparked by demonstrations over rising energy costs, the situation escalated into riots and eventually morphed into what…
MEPs say new food labeling law will benefit consumers
The revision will, it is hoped, bring clearer labelling for honey, fruit juices and jam to European consumers.…
Europe struggling to meet SDG targets, event told
In particular, the report underlines stagnation and the reversal of progress on environmental goals and social targets in…
EU Flagship Scheme Yields Transcendent Benefits
Each euro in costs linked to the programme will ultimately bring five euros in benefits to EU citizens…
New EU fiscal rules criticised by the Greens
Comment came from Philippe Lamberts MEP, President of the Greens/EFA Group and negotiator in the Economic and Monetary…
EESC appoints new secretary general
Le Galo Flores is one of the Top 100 Women Leaders in Spain, an Aspen Institute Fellow, an…
MEPs back calls for end to violence in Gaza
Currently, it states that 136 hostages remain in Gaza. In response, the Israeli Army has killed over 23,000…
Fresh backing for Ukraine
The statement, issued on 16 January, is signed by Manfred Weber, EPP; Iratxe García Pérez, S&D; Malik Azmani,…
Kazakhstan: an unfolding economic saga
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), The Central Asian nation, Kazakhstan, stands at a key point in its long-term future.…
EU efforts to cut emissions set to take another important step
MEPs have played a central role in ensuring the inclusion of these vital legislations within the Fit for…