All the victims of crime across the European Union deserve support. This initiative of the European Commission aims to strengthen their rights across the European Union so that they receive support, access information, seek justice and obtain compensation. The proposed update of the existing Directive establishes minimum rules that go beyond those adopted in 2012, […]
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Commission decides to register initiative on taxing great wealth in the EU
The Commission decided to register a European Citizens’ Initiative (ECI) entitled ‘Taxing great wealth to finance the ecological and social transition’. The organisers of the initiative call on the Commission to establish a European tax on great wealth for the benefit of the ecological and social transition. The aim of the initiative is to contribute […]
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MEPs approve rules to encourage more alternative fuel stations for cars and lorries
MEPs approved new rules on more alternative fuel stations for cars and trucks, simple and easy recharging. The new rules are part of the “Fit for 55 in 2030 package”, the EU’s plan to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 levels, and aim to decarbonise transport. More easy […]
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The Commission has adopted a new strategy on Web 4.0 and virtual worlds
The Commission has adopted a new strategy on Web 4.0 and virtual worlds to steer the next technological transition and ensure an open, secure, trustworthy, fair and inclusive digital environment for EU citizens, businesses and public administrations. The internet is evolving at an extremely fast pace. Beyond the currently developing third generation of the internet, Web […]
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MEPs adopt legislation to boost EU chips industry
Plans to secure the EU’s supply of chips by boosting production and innovation, and establishing emergency measures against shortages, were adopted by Parliament on Tuesday. The new law, already agreed upon between Parliament and Council, aims to create a favourable environment for chip investments in Europe, by fast tracking permitting procedures and recognising their critical […]
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Council debates EU long-term budget
EU’s long-term budget The Council held a policy debate on the mid-term revision of the Multiannual Financial Framework 2021-2027, proposed by the Commission on 20 June 2023. The Commission presented the package to the Council. Ministers provided their initial comments on its main elements: the creation of a Ukraine facility for 2024-2027 the proposed additional […]
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Commission adopts rules for implementing the Foreign Subsidies Regulation
The European Commission has adopted the rules for implementing the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (‘FSR’). The Implementing Regulation details procedural aspects of the implementation of the FSR. It also contains notification forms for concentrations involving foreign financial contributions and for foreign financial contributions in public procurement procedures. The Implementing Regulation The Implementing Regulation adopted takes into account the […]
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Eurobarometer: Europeans show more optimism regarding economy
The latest Standard Eurobarometer survey conducted in June 2023 and published yesterday shows that EU citizens continue to back overwhelmingly the energy transition and to expect massive investment in renewables. They continue to widely approve measures taken by the EU to support Ukraine and the Ukrainian people. They also support stronger EU defence cooperation and increased […]
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The European Commission adopted its adequacy decision for the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework
The European Commission adopted its adequacy decision for the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework. The decision concludes that the United States ensures an adequate level of protection – comparable to that of the European Union – for personal data transferred from the EU to US companies under the new framework. On the basis of the new […]
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