The European Commission has disbursed 2,860 million euros to Ukraine under the defence component of the 90,000 million euro loan package to support Ukraine. The funding will be used for drones, air defence systems, missiles, radars, electronic warfare systems and ammunition. Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, said: “As Russia becomes bogged […]
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Enlargement: the EU and Moldova begin negotiations on the internal market, competitiveness and inclusive growth
The EU and Moldova have taken another important step in the accession process by launching negotiations on the thematic chapters entitled ‘Internal Market’ and ‘Competitiveness and Inclusive Growth’. The thematic chapters are essential elements of the negotiating framework for EU accession, as they set out the parameters that candidate countries must follow in order to […]
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Commissioners Kubilius and Lahbib are strengthening global disaster risk management through space-based technologies
To mark the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, the European Commission is organising the first interregional dialogue entitled ‘From Space to the Ground: Strengthening community resilience to natural hazards through space technologies’. The dialogue marked the start of a process to further strengthen international cooperation with a view to anticipating, preparing for and responding […]
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The Eurobarometer survey highlights the growing use of AI in European businesses
European companies are increasingly relying on artificial intelligence (AI). This is revealed by the results of the latest Eurobarometer survey, which were published on 14 October. This publication coincides with European AI Innovation Month, which brings together policymakers, industry, the public sector and the research community to discuss and showcase how AI is being developed […]
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The European Parliament’s priorities for the new anti-corruption strategy
The Plenary adopted its priorities for the Commission’s forthcoming anti-corruption strategy, aimed at strengthening prevention, enforcement and integrity across the EU. In a resolution adopted by a show of hands, Parliament states that the anti-corruption strategy must address the evolving risks of corruption linked to organised crime and new technologies, following the entry into force […]
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Job quality is a priority in the EU, according to the Commission’s annual report
The quality of employment in the EU has improved over the last decade, according to the 2026 Social and Employment Outlook, published on 13 October. The report highlights progress in three areas: pay, job security and working hours. It also shows that better-quality jobs help to create a strong, productive and competitive economy. The report […]
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The Commission selects 46 new strategic projects to strengthen the EU’s supply of critical raw materials
To strengthen the EU’s supply chains and diversify sources of critical raw materials, the European Commission has today announced that it has selected 46 new strategic projects across 16 Member States. The projects will contribute to meeting the benchmarks set out in the Critical Raw Materials Regulation, according to which, by 2030, the EU’s capacity […]
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Zaragoza, Benidorm and Estarreja have won the European Green Capital and European Green Leaf 2028 awards
The winning cities of the 2028 European Green Capital Awards were announced on 8 October 2026 at a ceremony held in Guimarães (Portugal), the 2026 winner of the award. Zaragoza (Spain) has been named European Green Capital 2028, whilst Benidorm (Spain) and Estarreja (Portugal) will share the European Green Leaf 2028 award, which recognises the […]
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The Commission grants €134.8 million to Spain and Romania following fires and floods
The European Commission has decided to allocate 134.8 million euros from the European Union Solidarity Fund (EUSF) to support recovery efforts in Spain and Romania following the major natural disasters of 2025. Spain will receive €120.5 million following a devastating summer marked by a prolonged drought, extreme heatwaves and three waves of major wildfires. The […]
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