EIB The European Investment Bank (EIB) welcomes the launch of the United Nations Ocean Investment Protocol, a comprehensive new framework to align financial flows and business practices with the transition to a sustainable ocean economy. As a knowledge partner in its development, the EIB recognises the Protocol as a vital guide to scaling finance for … Leer más
Última actualización Miércoles, 28/05/2025 These new guidelines aim to support platforms used by minors, and ensure a high level of privacy, safety, and security for children, as required by the EU Digital Services Act. The European Commission is now looking for feedback from all stakeholders, which can be given until 10 June. The guidelines outline … Leer más
A Hungarian platform on European identity, a Czech project encouraging young people’s vote and a German legal support for discriminated people were recognised in 2025.
(Luxembourg, 28 May 2025) – The European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) in Munich (Germany) has secured another conviction in the EPPO investigation cluster Midas, a large-scale VAT fraud case spanning 17 countries and involving an estimated damage of €195 million. Last week (20 May), the Landshut Regional Court (Landgericht Landshut) sentenced one individual for VAT … Leer más
In the context of the challenges faced by today’s EU democracies, the Polish presidency proposed to prepare a set of Council conclusions on strengthening EU democratic resilience. Despite broad support to the text in the General Affairs Council, the Ministers did not reach a consensus on the document. The presidency decided to issue the text … Leer más
EIB €30 million financing with mix of dilutive and venture debt financing Funds to advance Parkinson’s disease cell therapy program to the clinic and further develop their internal pipeline of cell therapies Deal benefits from guarantee under European Commission’s Invest EU program TreeFrog Therapeutics, a French biotech specializing in cell therapy has secured a €30 … Leer más
Última actualización Martes, 27/05/2025 What’s it like to be young in Southeast Europe today? Youth across Southeast Europe face inequality, distrust politics, and want change. A recent comparative study conducted by Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung shows diverse attitudes—from progressive activism to nationalist conservatism—highlighting the need for more inclusive, responsive policies. This study by the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung office ‘Democracy of … Leer más
(Luxembourg, 27 May 2025) – On behalf of the European Public Prosecutor’s Office (EPPO) in Naples (Italy), the Italian Carabinieri today seized assets of up to €1.1 million, in an investigation into agricultural funding fraud and corruption involving public officials and a police officer. The seizure was executed in the province of Salerno against 14 … Leer más
Indicative programme All times are approximate and subject to change Place:Europa building, Brussels Chair:Adam Szłapka, Polish minister for European Union Affairs from 09.00Arrivals (live streaming) +/- 09.00Doorstep by Adam Szłapka (live streaming) +/- 10.30Beginning of the General Affairs Council Adoption of the agenda Approval of «A» items: Legislative list (public session) June EUCO preparation CBAM … Leer más
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) held a conference underscoring the importance of community engagement in the fight against disinformation. By fostering media literacy, encouraging critical thinking, promoting active communication and leveraging AI as an ally, societies can be resilient to false information and toxic propaganda. The conference Citizens can defeat disinformation held in Lisbon … Leer más