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Aliko Dangote est l'homme le plus riche d'Afrique pour la 13e année consécutive, selon Forbes.

Die Europäische Union und ihre Mitgliedstaaten müssen "konkrete und sofortige" Maßnahmen ergreifen, um Sanktionen gegen russische Lebensmittelimporte zu verhängen, betonte der lettische Landwirtschaftsminister Armands Krauze am Dienstag (23. Januar) auf einer Tagung des Rates Landwirtschaft und Fischerei der EU.

Un randonneur à ski de 42 ans est décédé à l’Hôpital de Sion après avoir été surpris ce mercredi par une coulée d’avalanche. Son ami est sorti indemne.

Russia's attempts to push narratives that Ukraine's EU membership prospects are doubtful or will simply make the country the EU's "agricultural appendage" have largely fallen on deaf ears as Ukrainians remain firmly in favour of EU accession.

La Commission a officiellement dévoilé ses plans visant à renforcer la sécurité économique de l’UE ce mercredi (24 janvier), dans la dernière tentative en date de Bruxelles pour contrer l’influence chinoise dans les domaines stratégiques de l’économie de l’Union, notamment les technologies sensibles.

VIENNA, 25 January 2024 – The OSCE Chair-in-Office, Minister for Foreign and European Affairs and Trade of Malta Ian Borg, presented the country’s vision for its 2024 Chairpersonship at the inaugural session of the OSCE Permanent Council today.

“The trust bestowed upon us by all participating States during these challenging times is a responsibility we embrace with profound commitment, humility, and pride - fully mindful of the critical juncture at which we assume this role,” said Chair-in-Office Borg.

Under the motto ‘Strengthening Resilience, Enhancing Security’, Chair-in-Office Borg emphasized Malta's overarching commitment to upholding the principles and commitments outlined in the Helsinki Final Act and the Charter of Paris, stressing that these are not optional but shared obligations agreed upon by all the participating States of the OSCE.

The first priority outlined by the Maltese Chairpersonship is its unequivocal commitment to addressing Russia's illegal war of aggression against Ukraine. Chair-in-Office Borg condemned the intensified attacks witnessed earlier in the month and in recent days, and underlined that the protection of all civilians must be of paramount importance. He called for Russia's immediate withdrawal from the entire territory of Ukraine. He called on participating States to do everything possible to break the chain of violence, anguish, and suffering, not only in this war but in conflicts around the world.

“I join the Secretary General in her call for the release of the three illegally detained staff members of the OSCE Special Monitoring Mission” emphasised Minister Borg.

“The OSCE has a pivotal role to play in Ukraine. We commend the important work of the Support Programme for Ukraine and pledge our support for even more engagement,” added Minister Borg as he announced his plans to visit Kyiv to reiterate the steadfast support for Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Chair-in-Office Borg outlined Malta’s commitment to facilitating dialogue towards finding durable and sustainable political solutions to other conflicts across the OSCE region, particularly in Eastern Europe and the South Caucasus. The Chair-in-Office also pledged support for the OSCE’s field operations in Eastern Europe, South Eastern Europe, and Central Asia, by sustaining their engagement with host authorities in line with OSCE principles and commitments and supporting their work in the field to strengthen national capacities and capabilities

Safeguarding the OSCE's functionality and finding solutions for its leadership is another key priority. “We count on the collaboration of all participating States to demonstrate the necessary political will to give this Organization the foundations it needs for a secure and resilient future,” said Chair-in-Office Borg.

The Chair-in-Office emphasized Malta's readiness to serve as a bridge between Skopje and Helsinki, reinforcing the pillars of the Organization and upholding its principles and commitments. Minister Borg called on all participating States to demonstrate the necessary political will to reach a consensus on a Unified Budget and ensuring predictable leadership beyond 4 September 2024.

Malta's Chairpersonship aims to build on North Macedonia's success in keeping the over one billion people in the OSCE region at the centre of this Organization’s initiatives. Malta's goal is to adopt an inclusive approach by mainstreaming gender and increasing the meaningful engagement of youth in discussions.

Chair-in-Office Borg underlined that Malta’s “parallel Chairpersonship of the OSCE and elected membership of the UN Security Council provides a unique opportunity to identify constructive synergies between these multilateral institutions dedicated to promoting peace and security.”  

Against this backdrop, Malta aims to focus on the Women, Peace, and Security agenda and to renew the OSCE's initiatives against cyber threats, transnational challenges and ensuring compliance with arms control commitments.

Recognizing the interconnectedness of security, economic prosperity, and the environment, Malta will emphasize bridging digital divides, promoting access to digital technologies, and co-operating on climate resilience, combatting corruption and food security.

The Chair-in-Office called on participating States to uphold human rights, fundamental freedoms, democracy, and the rule of law, especially in the important election year ahead. The Chair-in-Office added that “at a time when media freedom is more under threat than ever before, Malta’s Chairpersonship will push forward initiatives on media literacy and the safety of journalists, particularly female journalists, both online and offline”. Furthermore, Malta will actively engage in combating violence against women and trafficking in human beings.

In his concluding remarks, Chair-in-Office Borg affirmed that Malta “will leave no stone unturned in strengthening the resilience of this Organization and our people, in pursuit of a secure and peaceful future.”

Le MPC reproche à une binationale helvético-espagnole et à un Suisse d’avoir envoyé 50’000 francs à leur fils parti combattre pour l’EI en Syrie.

Der Aufruf der Fünf-Sterne-Bewegung, die Hilfe für die Ukraine einzustellen und auf Friedensverhandlungen zu drängen, scheint Lega überzeugt zu haben. Damit kehrt sie kurz von den EU-Wahlen den übrigen Regierungsparteien den Rücken zu.

La proposition de la Commission sur la prolongation des avantages commerciaux pour les produits agricoles ukrainiens inclura certaines demandes de Varsovie, les manifestations d’agriculteurs ayant poussé Bruxelles à adopter une position plus souple, selon le ministre polonais de l’Agriculture.

Bundesrepublik Deutschland
Area of Freedom, Security and Justice
Advocate General Medina: Member States are not bound to recognise refugee status granted in another Member State

Bundesrepublik Deutschland
A szabadságon, a biztonságon és a jog érvényesülésén alapuló térség
Advocate General Medina: Member States are not bound to recognise refugee status granted in another Member State

The six have been sentenced to death by hanging for their involvement in a 2021 coup plot.

Die finnische Präsidentschaft wird am Sonntag zwischen zwei ehemaligen Außenministern ausgefochten, Alexander Stubb von der konservativen Partei Kokoomus und Pekka Haavisto von den Grünen. Beide liegen mit 26 beziehungsweise 23 Prozent weit vor den anderen Kandidaten.

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Intellectual and industrial property
European Union trade mark: a car manufacturer can prohibit the use of a sign identical or similar to the trade mark it owns for spare parts

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Szellemi és ipari tulajdon
European Union trade mark: a car manufacturer can prohibit the use of a sign identical or similar to the trade mark it owns for spare parts

Following his hostile rhetoric towards Ukraine this week, Prime Minister Robert Fico showed his tamer side abroad as he reassured German Chancellor Olaf Scholz of his support for the country ahead of a meeting on Wednesday (24 January).

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Transport
Passengers who did not present themselves for boarding for a flight which arrived with a long delay or who purchased a ticket for an alternative flight and arrived at the destination with a delay of less than three hours are not entitled to fixed compensation

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Szállítás
Passengers who did not present themselves for boarding for a flight which arrived with a long delay or who purchased a ticket for an alternative flight and arrived at the destination with a delay of less than three hours are not entitled to fixed compensation

The government is assessing the value of the mineral reserves, which have been found in six counties.

Die Anschläge der inzwischen aufgelösten baskischen Terrorgruppe ETA und die Aktionen der katalanischen Separatistengruppen seien nicht vergleichbar, erklärte der spanische Justizminister. Er reagierte damit auf entsprechende Andeutungen der spanischen Volkspartei.