The April plenary of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) saw the adoption of an opinion on the high cost of living as part of the package of EESC opinions on the cost-of-living crisis. The package is made up of seven sector-specific opinions to be adopted at the April and June plenaries plus an … Leer más
At its April plenary session, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) hosted a debate where EESC members underlined the strategic importance of the next Multiannual Financial Framework to address Europe’s growing challenges. The EESC calls for a strong European budget that gives the EU the financial resources it needs to achieve its political priorities. The … Leer más
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) has launched work on a major package of recommendations to tackle the cost-of-living crisis, starting with four new opinions adopted at its April plenary session. This marks the first block in a series of eight opinions, each developed by a different EESC section and focused on a specific … Leer más
29-30 April 2025 European Commission – Charlemagne building (Alcide De Gasperi room) Web stream click here AGENDA Debates Tuesday 29 April 2025 at 15:00 Mid-term review of cohesion policy with Raffaele Fitto, European Commission Executive Vice-President for Cohesion and Reforms, linked to the opinion ECO/676 – Cohesion policy mid-term review (2025) Tuesday 29 … Leer más
Are you making a difference in the organic sector? Don’t miss your chance to be recognized! The EU Organic Awards are still open for applications — but the deadline is fast approaching: 27 April 2025. These awards celebrate excellence across the organic value chain, from farmers and food businesses to cities and bio-districts. It’s your … Leer más
As the EU is looking to expand its circle of key partners against a backdrop of uncertainty over transatlantic relations, India seems a perfect ally, being the largest formal democracy in the world, with market and economic growth (including in green technology) that represent a valuable opportunity for EU companies. The World Bank expects India … Leer más
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) has welcomed the European Oceans Pact, urging the European Commission to ensure it goes beyond a mere statement of intent and becomes a comprehensive framework for action. In its exploratory opinion, adopted during the March plenary, the EESC stresses that for the pact to be effective, it must align … Leer más
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) has adopted in plenary its evaluation of the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and the Cohesion Fund for the 2014-2020 period. The opinion aims to assess the effectiveness, relevance and inclusiveness of these key EU funding instruments, providing insights that will shape future cohesion policies. The evaluation underscores … Leer más
26-27 March 2025 European Commission – Charlemagne building (Alcide De Gasperi room) Web stream click here AGENDA Debates Thursday 27 March 2025 at 9:00 De-polarising societies – Key Take-aways of Civil Society Week 2025 with Michael McGrath, European Commissioner for Democracy, Justice, the Rule of Law and Consumer Protection, Brikena Xhomaqi, Co-chair of the … Leer más
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) is holding for a second year the Civil Society Week: Strengthening Cohesion and Participation in Polarised Societies from 17-20 March 2025, at the EESC premises, Jacques Delors Building (rue Belliard 99, B-1040 Brussels). To address the outcomes of the 2024 elections worldwide and the growing trend of polarisation … Leer más