According to the European Commission’s annual survey, more than 10 million people – including 3.9 million in 2025 alone – have benefited from skills-up initiatives underthe Skills Pact since its launch in 2020. Launched in November 2020, the Skills Pact supports skills partnerships that address Europe’s needs and promote the green and digital transitions. It […]
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The Commission welcomes the full implementation of the Entry-Exit System
Today marks a significant milestone in European border security, as the Entry/Exit System (EES) becomes fully operational across all Schengen Area countries. The EES is an advanced IT system that will digitally record the entries and exits of third-country nationals travelling to 29 European countries for short stays. The EES collects biographical and biometric data, […]
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EU-Egypt Dialogue on Security and Defence
On 31 March 2026, the first EU-Egypt Security and Defence Dialogue took place in Cairo. The establishment of this Dialogue was agreed at the 1st EU-Egypt Leaders’ Summit in October 2025 and represents an important step towards strengthening cooperation on a wide range of peace, security and defence issues of common interest, as envisaged in […]
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The Commission and Morocco launch a digital dialogue to strengthen strategic cooperation
The EU and the Kingdom of Morocco have today strengthened their relationship as strategic partners in the digital sphere by launching a digital dialogue between the EU and Morocco. This digital dialogue reflects a shared vision to harness the potential of digital, data and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions, with the aim of fostering a digital […]
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The EU is strengthening space cooperation with Norway and Iceland through a secure connectivity agreement
The European Union has signed an agreement with Norway and Iceland enabling both countries to join GOVSATCOM and the Secure Connectivity Programme, IRIS². The agreement underlines the EU’s commitment to cooperation with these countries. Secure, uninterrupted and rapidly deployable satellite connectivity is essential for security, resilience and emergency response in remote regions. In areas with […]
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The EU is stepping up its support for Lebanon as the crisis worsens.
The EU is stepping up its support for Lebanon amid escalating violence and large-scale displacement, reaffirming its commitment to the country’s stability. This is in addition to the€100 million in humanitarian aid allocated last week. The EU is also actively mobilising measures under its €1 billion financial support package for the period 2024–2027, to enable […]
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The EU and the UN are demonstrating an innovative partnership to tackle ever-evolving terrorist threats
The European Union and the United Nations brought together policymakers, practitioners and international partners in Brussels to highlight the impact of their JointEU-UNMechanismagainst Global Terrorist Threats is an innovative mechanism that provides tailored support to countries facing complex security challenges. Funded by the European Commission’s Foreign Policy Instruments (FPI) and implemented by theUnited Nations Office […]
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MEPs support the reduction of tariffs on US agricultural and industrial products.
On Thursday, the Committee on International Trade adopted its position on two proposals implementing certain tariff aspects of the Turnberry trade agreement between the EU and the US. MEPs on the Committee on International Trade adopted their position ontwo legislative proposalsthat remove most tariffs on industrial and agricultural products from the United States, with 29 […]
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Commissioner Kos visits Armenia to strengthen the EU’s partnership with Armenia
On Thursday and Friday, the Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos, will be in Armenia to further strengthen cooperation between the EU and Armenia and to boost regional connectivity. On Thursday, in Yerevan, Commissioner Kos will meet with the Prime Minister of Armenia, Nikol Pashinyan. Discussions will focus on preparations for the upcoming EU-Armenia Summit, as […]
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