On 29 May, the Council adopted a Recommendation on the development of a new European Union framework for science diplomacy. The framework aims to strengthen the Union’s position as a global leader in science and technology and to use scientific cooperation to advance its foreign policy objectives. Science as a diplomatic tool The Recommendation emphasises […]
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The Commission approves Spain’s €9 billion capacity mechanism to ensure the security of electricity supply
The European Commission has approved, under EU state aid rules, a €9 billion capacity mechanism for electricity supply in Spain. This aid measure aims to ensure that there is sufficient capacity to generate, store or consume electricity flexibly and that electricity generation meets projected demand. The Spanish aid Spain notified the Commission of the introduction […]
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The Commission proposes a new authorisation for mobile satellite services to boost the EU’s resilience and competitiveness
The European Commission has adopted aproposalfor the selection of mobile satellite service (MSS) providers who will be authorised to use the harmonised 2 GHz frequency band beyond 2027, when the current licences expire. Spectrum for mobile satellite services is a strategic asset that enables innovative commercial use, as well as security and defence applications. The […]
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The Commission publishes the 2025 report on the implementation of the Digital Markets Act
The European Commission has published itsthird annual report, which details the progress made towards achieving the objectives ofthe Digital Markets Act (DMA)to support fair and competitive digital markets in the EU. The report provides information on the progress of proceedings opened under the DMA. Some of these proceedings concluded with the adoption oftwo infringement decisions, […]
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The Committee of the Regions highlights the role of regions in research and technology infrastructure
The European Committee of the Regions (CoR), together with the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Research and Innovation, organised a high-level seminar in Brussels on 5 May to discuss how the new European strategy for research and technology infrastructure can strengthen regional innovation ecosystems and boost the EU’s global competitiveness. The event, which took place at […]
Read MoreThe EU and Japan are stepping up cooperation on AI, data, quantum computing and chips
At the fourth meeting of the EU-Japan Digital Partnership Council held in Brussels, the European Union and Japan agreed on new measures to deepen cooperation on regulation, research and industry in the areas of data, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, semiconductors, digital infrastructure and online platforms. These measures will improve cross-border data flows, promote interoperable digital […]
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European age verification app to ensure children’s online safety
The European Commission has announced that a new age verification app, designed to protect minors online, is ready to be launched. In a recent statement, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen confirmed that the technology is ready and will soon be available for citizens to use. The app will allow usersto verify their agewhen accessing […]
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The Commission awards a €180 million contract for the sovereign cloud to four European suppliers
The European Commission is strengthening the European Union’s digital sovereignty by awarding a contract that enables EU institutions, bodies, offices and agencies (EU entities) to procure sovereign cloud services worth up to €180 million over a six-year period. The four successful bidders are European companies: Post Telecom with its partners CleverCloud and OVHcloud, STACKIT,Scaleway and, […]
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The EU will invest €330 million to accelerate fusion energy and support nuclear technologies and skills.
The European Commission has taken a decisive step forward in the development of nuclear technologies with the adoption of the Work Programme for the Euratom Research and Training Programme2026–2027. By covering nuclear research and innovation, the Programme provides funding that complements Horizon Europe. The 2026–2027 Work Programme aims to strengthen the EU’s energy independence, competitiveness […]
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