Applications are now open for this internship programme at the European Union Agency for Law Enforcement Cooperation (Europol). Europol is based in The Hague, the Netherlands, and its mission is to support EU Member States in preventing and combating all forms of serious and organised international crime, cybercrime and terrorism. The aim of this internship […]
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 […]
The Commission is providing an additional €189 million under the Reform and Growth Facility for Moldova
The European Commission hasreleased€189 million to Moldova under the Reform and Growth Facility, following the successful completion of 24 reforms. This highlights the significant progress the country has made on its path towards EU integration. Of this amount, €173 million will be paid directly into the state budget and €16 million will be used to […]
Internships – Blue Book Traineeship programme
Twice a year, the European Commission organises a five-month professional development programme for university graduates. This five-month paid training programme offers graduates: Practical experience in EU policy-making and administration. Professional skills for a global career Intercultural awareness and personal development Trainees work in a multicultural environment, develop professional skills and gain an in-depth insight into […]
A stronger partnership between the EU and Canada amid global turmoil
In a report adopted on Wednesday, MEPs call for deeper cooperation between the EU and Canada to address security threats and boost trade amid growing geopolitical tensions. Given the current turmoil in the international order, the EU must take its strategic partnership with Canada to a new level, MEPs say, pointing to shared interests and […]
EU and Canada launch negotiations for a Digital Trade Agreement
Last March 5th in Toronto, Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, Maroš Šefčovič, and Canada’s Minister for International Trade Maninder Sidhu launched negotiations for an EU-Canada Digital Trade Agreement (DTA). Building on nine years of successful implementation of the EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), this new deal will upgrade EU-Canada trade by making […]
EU strengthens science diplomacy and research security to support global research cooperation
As geopolitical competition intensifies, research and innovation are becoming fundamental to economic strength and global influence. The European Commission today presented a new set of measures to strengthen Europe’s international engagement through research and innovation. The initiative seeksto strengthen Europe’s global partnerships while protecting its strategic interests, keeping international cooperation open and secure, and enhancing […]
EU and Switzerland signed a broad package of agreements to deepen its relationship
On 2 March 2026, the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and the President of the Swiss Confederation Guy Parmelin signed a broad package of agreements aiming to deepen and expand the EU-Switzerland relationship. The package establishes a modern framework for the EU and Switzerland, enabling frictionless access to a market of […]
Commission proposes EU-wide rules against the trafficking of illicit firearms
The European Commission has presented a proposal for a directive to combat firearms trafficking and other firearms-related offences in the EU. This is the first legislative initiative to be adopted under the European Internal Security Strategy, ProtectEU. Illicit firearms pose a serious threat to public security, enabling terrorism, organised crime, gang violence and other serious offences. […]