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Sánchez says he will step back to ‘reflect’ on whether to resign

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 20:37
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez (PSOE/S&D), announced Wednesday (24 April) evening that he has cancelled his entire public schedule for the next few days to reflect on whether or not to resign as prime minister, following an accusation against his wife, Begoña Gómez, of an alleged case of corruption.
Categories: European Union

Frontline and facing forward, the EESC’s next generation strategy [Advocacy Lab Content]

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 19:26
2024 brings a new European Union mandate and a multitude of challenges. The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) plans to be increasingly visible and relevant as the EU navigates climate and technological change, and new employment challenges.
Categories: European Union

Next-generation farming, sowing the seeds of data-driven agritech success [Advocacy Lab Content]

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 19:12
From seeds to satellites, agriculture has come a very long way. Today's farms increasingly deploy drone technology, 5G mobility, and soil monitoring solutions from the deep tech sector.
Categories: European Union

Next generation farming powered with AI product innovation [Advocacy Lab Content]

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 18:59
Europe’s agri sector is under pressure. Farmers are taking heat for the climate crisis, trying to keep their heads above flood water, deal with extreme weather events, and keep pace with changes in consumer demand. AI may help. 
Categories: European Union

Le Pen’s No.3 in EU race accused of complicity in crimes against humanity, torture

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 18:45
Two NGOs are accusing Fabrice Leggeri, the former director of the EU border agency Frontex turned candidate for the French far-right Rassemblement National party, of being complicit in crimes against humanity and the torture of migrants, in a complaint filed with the courts on Tuesday (23 April
Categories: European Union

TikTok ‘voluntarily’ suspends Reward Program amidst European Commission concerns

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 18:43
TikTok is "voluntarily" suspending the rewards functions in TikTok Lite, the company said on Wednesday (24 April), just days after the European Commission announced a second round of formal proceedings against the rewards programme.
Categories: European Union

EU Space Law: Commission official reveals details on cybersecurity aspects

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 18:17
A Commission official revealed key details of the content and shape of the upcoming EU Space Law, in particular its cybersecurity aspects at an event in Paris.
Categories: European Union

Nuclear gains favour in Europe, but financing struggles remain [Advocacy Lab Content]

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 18:07
Though EU countries remain divided about nuclear power, the insecurity brought on by the war in Ukraine has sparked increased interest from politicians not seen in decades. But are they willing to match big talk with big wallets?
Categories: European Union

Parliament gives final nod to loosen green requirements for farmers

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 17:56
The European Parliament gave its final green light on Wednesday (24 April) to changes to some environmental conditions for receiving payments under the bloc's subsidy scheme, which are expected to come into force by June, after member states’ approval.
Categories: European Union

New Schengen rules add migration ‘instrumentalisation’ as cause for EU border closures

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 17:49
The European Parliament has approved updates to the passport-free Schengen area rules, including the introduction of border restrictions in case of ‘instrumentalisation’, or facilitating the entry of irregular migrants into EU territory.
Categories: European Union

UEFA’s on the ball with EURO 2024 climate agenda strategy [Advocacy Lab Content]

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 17:42
UEFA and the German Football Association (DFB) hope to deliver an environmentally conscious EURO 2024, amid concerns surrounding the continuation of major sporting events in the age of climate change.
Categories: European Union

EU adopts first directive combatting violence against women

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 17:34
On Wednesday (24 April), members of the European Parliament definitively adopted the EU directive on tackling violence against women, after two years of intense negotiations with the member states.
Categories: European Union

Parliament wants to ease seed marketing rules for conservation efforts

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 16:55
The European Parliament adopted its position on Wednesday (24 April) on the overhaul of EU marketing legislation on seeds and other types of plant reproductive material (PRM), proposing to free seed exchanges between farmers and for conservation purposes of new bureaucratic requirements.
Categories: European Union

The Brief – Letta report has everything and nothing to do with June elections

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 16:20
As Brussels emerges from a severe case of last week's ‘Lettamania’, the question must be asked: Who will benefit? 
Categories: European Union

Rogue German left party says support for new EU Parliament group sealed

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 16:04
BSW, Germany's youngest left party, probably has enough support to create and lead a new group in the European Parliament after the June elections, lead candidate Fabio De Masi confirmed on Wednesday (24 April), opening the door to "progressive forces" in a break with traditional left-wing dynamics.
Categories: European Union

Crafting Value: How Europe’s Leather Sector Shapes Environment and Society [Promoted content]

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 16:00
Discover Europe's leather industry: a hidden economic powerhouse crafting EUR 8 billion in luxury goods while pioneering sustainability and social responsibility. Unveil its transformative role in the circular economy & its impact on social standards at the Green Deal Leather Conference.
Categories: European Union

European Health Data Space clears the last hurdle in Parliament

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 15:23
The European Parliament adopted on Wednesday (24 April) the European Health Data Space Regulation, a key step for Europe's digital healthcare that should facilitate access to cross-border medical data, by 445 votes in favour and 142 against. 
Categories: European Union

Amazon’s Anthropic investment latest to face antitrust headwinds with UK Competition inquiry

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 14:38
The UK's competition authority is examining whether the Amazon's investment into Anthropic, and others of its type, fall under merger rules.
Categories: European Union

EU parliament approves corporate supply chain law

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 14:16
The European Parliament voted on Wednesday for a new law that will require larger companies operating in the bloc to check if their supply chains breach labour rights or cause environmental damage and act to take action if they do.
Categories: European Union

Over half of world’s largest private firms fails to set net-zero emissions targets

Wed, 04/24/2024 - 14:08
Only 40 of the world's 100 largest private firms have set net-zero carbon emissions targets to fight climate change, according to a report released Monday, lagging far behind public companies.
Categories: European Union

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