The Commission has signed an Association Agreement with Andorra and San Marino, bringing both countries closer to the EU and establishing a clear and comprehensive framework for deeper economic and institutional integration. The Agreement grants Andorra and San Marino access to the Internal Market under common rules and conditions of fair competition. It provides citizens, […]
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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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The EU and Moldova are strengthening their partnership with a disbursement of 157 million euros from the Growth Plan
The European Union (EU) and the Republic of Moldova (hereinafter ‘Moldova’) held the tenth meeting of the Association Council in Brussels on 5 October. The meeting underlined the shared strategic objective of Moldova’s accession to the EU and sent a clear message: Moldova is moving resolutely towards EU membership and its future lies firmly within […]
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The EU’s trade relations with developing countries continue to drive sustainable economic growth
On 16 July, the European Commission and the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy published anew joint report on the implementation of the Generalised System of Preferences (GSP), the EU’s main trade policy instrument for supporting exports from developing countries to the bloc. The report confirms that the scheme continues to contribute to […]
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Serbia and enlargement: MEPs expect a genuine commitment to EU values
The Serbian government continues to assert that EU accession is its strategic objective, but MEPs warn that this is often not reflected in its actions. Progress towards EU accession involves not only adopting reforms, but also their thorough and comprehensive implementation, MEPs warn in a report on Serbia adopted on Wednesday with 468 votes in […]
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A solid start: first progress report on the ‘One Europe, One Market’ roadmap
Following the signing of the Joint Declaration on the EU’s legislative priorities for 2026 and the ‘One Europe, One Market’ roadmap, the European Parliament, the Council and the Commission have worked closely together to effectively deliver on all the priorities set out therein. Progress will be reviewed on a quarterly basis. The June 2026 progress […]
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Council adopts conclusions on the EU’s global investment and partnership strategy
The Council has adopted conclusions on Global Gateway, reaffirming it as the European Union’s worldwide investment strategy for building mutually beneficial partnerships and mobilising public and private resources to bridge the global investment gap. In a geopolitical environment marked by growing fragmentation, economic competition and pressure on democratic governance, the Council reiterates its commitment to advance Global […]
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Stable funding for the priorities set out in the 2027 annual budget
The European Commission has proposed that the EU’s annual budget for 2027 be set at €200 billion (in commitment appropriations). The draft budget also takes into account the conclusions of the mid-term review of cohesion policy for 2021–2027. Member States are encouraged to use these resources for the Union’s new priorities in the areas of […]
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EU concludes modernised Economic Partnership Agreement with Sub-Saharan Africa partners
Last June 10, the EU and four Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) States (Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, and Seychelles) concluded negotiations on an enhanced Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA). Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, Maros Šefčovič, participated via videoconference in the conclusion ceremony that took place today in Mauritius. The EPA represents the first of its […]
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