The Council adopted conclusions on strengthening minimum income protection in the EU with the aim to combat poverty and social exclusion during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. The Council recognises that minimum income schemes contribute to the social protection of the most disadvantaged groups in society, including people hardest-hit by the COVID-19 crisis. They also […]
Economic and Investment Plan to support the economic recovery and convergence of the Western Balkans
The European Commission adopted a comprehensive Economic and Investment Plan for the Western Balkans, which aims to spur the long-term economic recovery of the region, support a green and digital transition, foster regional integration and convergence with the European Union. EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission, Josep Borrell, […]
Statement by the EC on the proposal made by France and Germany
Reacting to the press conference by the German Chancellor and the French President, President von der Leyen said: I welcome the constructive proposal made by France and Germany. It acknowledges the scope and the size of the economic challenge that Europe faces, and rightly puts the emphasis on the need to work on a solution with the […]
The economy in the EU after the Coronavirus crisis
The coronavirus pandemic is leaving us with major economic consequences in the European Union. A big impact on growth The coronavirus pandemic has severely affected consumer spending, industrial production, investment, trade, capital flows and supply chains. The expected gradual reduction in containment measures is expected to lay the foundation for recovery. However, the EU economy […]
IMF on Dutch Economy: Connectedness of the Dutch Economy Leads to Lower GDP Growth Forecast
The Netherlands has one of the most internationally integrated economies in the world. This interdependence makes the country especially vulnerable to a global crisis like the COVID-19 pandemic. Comparing the Netherlands with other economies The Dutch economy is one of the most internationally integrated in the world. Dutch exports of goods and services are very […]
Spring 2020 Economic Forecast: A deep and uneven recession, an uncertain recovery
The coronavirus pandemic represents a major shock for the global and EU economies, with very severe socio-economic consequences. Despite the swift and comprehensive policy response at both EU and national level, the EU economy will experience a recession of historic proportions this year. The Spring 2020 Economic Forecast projects that the euro area economy will […]
Commission approves second Spanish “umbrella” scheme to support economy in coronavirus outbreak
The European Commission has approved the second Spanish “umbrella” scheme to support the Spanish economy in the context of the coronavirus outbreak. The scheme was approved under the State aid Temporary Framework adopted by the Commission on 19 March 2020, as amended on 3 April 2020. Executive Vice President Margrethe Vestager, in charge of competition […]
EU’s long-term budget
The process to establish the next long-term budget of the EU for the period 2021-2027 has started. It’s about the future of Europe, about whether the EU does less, the same or more for its citizens. This Q&A reflects Parliament’s position and the state of play before the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic. The European […]
Vacancy notice Economics, Risk and Data Analysis Officer at ESMA
ESMA is an independent EU Authority that was established on 1 January 2011. ESMA’s mission is to enhance investors’ protection and promote stable and orderly financial markets. Place Paris, France Job framework and profile The aim of this vacancy notice is to establish a reserve list of suitable candidates for the profile of Economics, Risks and […]