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Ireland’s closeness to Big Tech under scrutiny as EU Presidency begins with questions over block’s €2 trillion proposed budget
A group of 60 leading academics have called for Ireland to sit out of talks on tax and digital files due to “conflicts of interest”, as Ireland settles into the…
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Appointment of Dutchman Wopke Hoekstra as European commissioner causes a stir
The current Dutch Foreign Minister, who could be given the climate action portfolio, has been criticized for his lack of…
Row flares over planned new EU building
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), The Socialists and Democrats say they “regret” the decision taken by the European Parliament’s committee on budgets allowing…
Climate change main challenge for EU
Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), The major EU-CELAC Summit takes place in Brussels this week, from 17-18 July, with MEPs and BusinessEurope leading…
Slow progress of the investigation of the Qatargate scandal
The European parliament’s president, Roberta Metsola, warned colleagues that the institution and European democracy at large are “under attack.” She also…
Coordinated EU Action Essential for Effective Search and Rescue Operations
Renew Europe Urges Swift and Comprehensive Response to Prevent Tragedies in the Mediterranean Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper) Following the tragic…
Resolution for a Thriving and Competitive Business Environment
MEPs Rally for Empowering Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), In a remarkable display of commitment to small and…
The European Parliament Takes a Stand for Transparency, Integrity, and Accountability
Renew Europe Group Supports Stronger Security Culture and Anti-Corruption Measures Belgium (Brussels Morning Newspaper), In a resounding display of commitment…
Nature Vote a Success for People, Planet & Responsible Politics
Terry Reintke MEP, President of the Greens/EFA (Group of the Greens/European Free Alliance) in the European Parliament, expressed her satisfaction…