The European Commission has launched an EU-wide awareness campaign to combat human trafficking. Every year, around 10,000 people are identified as victims of trafficking in the EU, and many more go unnoticed and unprotected. Victims include both EU and non-EU citizens who are forced into sexual or labour exploitation, forced crime or other forms of […]
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EU and UK agree to cooperate closely on competition matters
Last February 25, the European Commission and the United Kingdom signed the EU-UK Competition Cooperation Agreement. The agreement sets a new and clear framework for cooperation on competition matters between, on the one side, the Commission and EU Member State competition authorities, and, on the other side, the UK’s Competition and Markets Authority. It is […]
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The Commission awards the European Heritage Label to La Nau cultural centre
The European Commission has announced the thirteen new sites selected for the European Heritage Label 2026, including one new Spanish site. The European Heritage Label, a flagship initiative of the Creative Europe programme, recognises places that have profoundly marked the history, culture and development of the European Union. This year, the number of sites awarded […]
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EU funding strengthens bomb disposal capabilities in Estonia
Bomb disposal teams are crucial in maintaining public safety, preventing accidents, and protecting people. Their swift action ensures the well-being of both the public and those on the ‘front line’. But bomb disposal experts also need protection, with the best training, equipment, and support to minimise their own risks. With EU funding support, the Estonian […]
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The Commission requests information on the future of the fisheries and aquaculture sector
The European Commission has launched acall for evidence. It seeks to gather the views of stakeholders, experts and citizens on the 2040 Vision for fisheries and aquaculture. The 2040 Vision will establish a 15-year strategic framework to address the structural challenges facing the sector and ensure its long-term sustainability and competitiveness. The EU fisheries and […]
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Council gives green light to signing of package of agreements with Switzerland
On 24 February, the Council gave the green light to the signing of a comprehensive package of agreements between the EU and Switzerland aimed at deepening and broadening their bilateral relationship. This comprehensive package of bilateral agreements with Switzerland includes a wide variety of elements: the updating of four agreements that already give Switzerland access […]
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The new European Centre for Democratic Resilience begins its work
At the meeting of the General Affairs Council on February 24, the Commission and the Council Presidency invited EU ministers to celebrate the launch of the European Centre for Democratic Resilience. The aim of the Centre, a flagship initiative of the European Democracy Shield, is to facilitate a consolidated approach involving the whole of society […]
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The European Commission seeks input to shape its strategy for coastal communities
The European Commission has launched a four-week public call for data to help shape the first EU Strategy for Coastal Communities, a key commitment under the European Ocean Pact. This Strategy aims to support and boost sustainable economic growth and address the challenges faced by the millions of people who live and work along Europe’s […]
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The EU and Nigeria open negotiations on a bilateral agreement on cooperation in science and technology
The European Commission, on behalf of the EU, and the Federal Republic of Nigeria have started negotiations for a bilateral Science and Technology Cooperation Agreement. The aim is to boost cooperation in research and innovation, in line with the conclusions of the 2023 EU-Nigeria Strategic Dialogue and the 2024 EU-Nigeria Summit. A bilateral agreement on […]
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