Ahead of the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists on 2 November, and in the year that marks the 75th anniversary of the Universal Declaration on Human Rights, High Representative Josep Borrell and Vice-President Věra Jourová issued the following statement: “In these difficult times, marred by wars*, conflict and terrorist acts, we […]
Three Spanish cities with European recognition
Each year a city is recognised as a European Green Capital and two cities are chosen as the European Green Sheet. We tell you which Spanish cities have received these recognitions. World Cities Day is celebrated on 31 October. This celebration was established with the aim of fostering cooperation between countries to face the challenges posed […]
Rafah crossing point opens: EU welcomes safe passage for EU citizens and injured people
The EU welcomes the evacuation of a number of EU citizens and other foreign nationals, as well as injured persons via the Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt yesterday. Background The EU has tripled its humanitarian assistance to Gaza to €78 million, aiming to enable our partners to continue their invaluable humanitarian work. The […]
EU regions where more women are employed in the high-tech industry
High-technology sectors are considered key drivers of economic growth and productivity and often provide well-paid employment opportunities. In 2022, there were 9.8 million people employed in high-technology sectors across the EU, corresponding to 4.9% of the EU’s total employment. The gender representation in this sector sees men accounting for just over two-thirds (67.2%) of the total. […]
Changemakers for the Planet
The Changemakers for the Planet programme provides support and amplifies the work and voices of hundreds of young changemakers, activists and innovators from all regions of the world who address the planetary crisis. Young leaders get access to: Summits convening 30 innovators each for a 5 day intensive experience of bonding, learning, and collaborating (1 in Sweden, […]
EU-Canada summit to take place on 23 and 24 November
The President of the European Council, Charles Michel, together with the European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen will be travelling to Canada for the EU-Canada Summit 23-24 November. Leaders will underscore EU-Canada’s shared commitment to democratic values, multilateralism and the international rule-based order as the bedrock of our relationship. They will reconfirm EU-Canada long-term […]
EFSA recommends increased protection of farms from wild birds
While the situation in poultry has eased over the summer, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) virus continued to affect seabirds in Europe, mostly along coastlines. As the autumn migratory season starts, the protection of poultry and other farmed animals from wild birds should be prioritised. Biosecurity should be enhanced in fur animal farms. Between 24 June and […]
Assistant / Associate Professor in Fine Arts / Photography / Fashion Design in Kuwait
The American University of the Middle East (AUM) is a private university established in 2005 in Kuwait. AUM’s mission is to provide an interactive learning environment that facilitates the development of leaders who are committed to their culture, global ethical values, and professionalism. Within the last 10 years, AUM became a landmark in the private […]