In this publication, we attach a press release from the Commission on the National Energy and Climate Plans. Are the EU and its Member States set to meet the EU’s binding energy and climate targets for 2030? The Commission assessment of the final National Energy and Climate Plans (NECPs) indicates that, overall, Member States have presented significant improvements […]
Traineeship- The European Central Bank offers – Germany
The European Central Bank offers traineeship and graduate opportunities to students of economics, finance statistics, business administration, law, human resources, translation, etc Duties of the position The work ranges from research and the preparation of draft reports to the compilation of statistical data and participation in ad hoc studies, etc. Required selection criteria – […]
EU supports Valencian agricultural sector with aid for fruit, vegetables and wine
The European Commission is stepping up to support fruit and vegetable and wine producers in Valencia hit hard by last autumn’s unprecedented weather conditions, introducing new flexibilities and cutting red tape to help them recover. The exceptional weather conditions caused damage to crops and production facilities. As a result, some activities for 2025 will no […]
Commission approves new geographical indication for Spain
The Commission has approved the inclusion of ‘Miel de Asturias’ in the Register of Protected Geographical Indications (PGI). Miel de Asturias’ is a honey produced exclusively in Asturias, in the north of Spain, from plant species found in that region. It is characterised by an amber colour (ranging from light to very dark), a dense […]
Commission opens investigations to safeguard minors from pornographic content under the Digital Services Act
The DSA aims to ensure a safer environment online for minors, in this context, the Commission has opened formal proceedings against Pornhub, Stripchat, XNXX, and XVideos for suspected breaches of the Digital Services Act (DSA). In parallel, Member States, coming together in the European Board for Digital Services, are taking a coordinated action against smaller pornographic platforms. […]
Internships – North-South Centre Traineeships – Portugal
The North-South Centre of the Council of Europe organises traineeships twice a year for a period of three (minimum) to five (maximum) months in different units. The North-South Centre’s mission is to promote an active global citizenship among governments, parliaments, local & regional authorities and civil society by raising awareness of global interdependence through intercultural dialogue […]
Commission and national authorities urge SHEIN to respect EU consumer protection laws
Lasy May 26, following a coordinated investigation at European level, the Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Network of national consumer authorities and the European Commission notified the online marketplace and e-retailer SHEIN of a number of practices on its platform that infringe EU consumer law. The CPC Network directed SHEIN to bring those practices in line with […]
EU and UAE conclude 8th dialogue on anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing in Abu Dhabi.
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) hosted the 8thEU-UAE Structural Dialogue on Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AML/CFT) in Abu Dhabi. The strategic meeting reaffirmed the strong commitment and continued collaboration between the UAE and European Union (EU) in combating financial crimes and strengthening international cooperation. Senior representatives from both sides explored key areas […]
PhD – Position in Strategy Economics (Education/Sports) – Netherlands
The Strategy Economics research group in the Applied Economics Department is seeking a full time PhD student starting on September 1, 2025. The topic of the PhD will broadly fall within Personnel Economics, with applications to sports and/or education contexts. The exact topic will be chosen in coordination between the successful candidate and supervisors. This […]