The European Institute for Gender Equality (EIGE) is an autonomous body of the European Union, established to help promote and strengthen gender equality, including the integration of a gender perspective into all EU policies and the resulting national policies, as well as combating discrimination on grounds of sex and raising awareness of gender equality amongst […]
The Commission publishes guidelines for sustainable tourism in Natura 2000 sites
The European Commission has published new guidelines on how the European network of protected areas, Natura 2000, can act as a powerful driver of sustainable tourism, whilst safeguarding resilient ecosystems that protect habitats and species. Tourism accounts for a significant share of the EU’s economy: it generated around 807,000 million euros in 2024 and employs […]
The Commission issues guidelines to strengthen the resilience of critical infrastructure
On 10 July 2026, the European Commission adopted a Communication providing Member States and their critical infrastructure operators with non-binding guidance on technical, security and organisational measures to strengthen the resilience of critical infrastructure against natural and man-made risks. The Communication offers practical guidance on addressing all risks that could lead to disruptive incidents, including […]
The Commission and the International Labour Organisation set out a renewed strategic agenda for social justice, quality jobs and a people-centred future of work
The European Commission and the ILO share a commitment to building a fair future for work. Both institutions confirmed their joint support for: multilateral cooperation and international labour standards decent work, quality jobs and robust labour market institutions inclusive labour markets and greater social cohesion They emphasised that social justice and fundamental rights in the […]
The European Parliament backs the modernisation of the agreement with Mexico and the promotion of trade
On Wednesday, Parliament gave the green light to two agreements that pave the way for strengthening political relations and expanding trade between the European Union and Mexico. The Modernised Comprehensive Agreement between the EU and Mexico will replace the current framework, which has been in force since 2000, with the aim of promoting new business […]
The Commission sets out guidelines for a thriving livestock sector and a self-sufficient protein system
The European Commission has adopted the Livestock Strategy to ensure that Europe’s valuable livestock sector remains strong and resilient in the long term. This strategy, the first of its kind, sets out measures to help livestock farmers tackle economic, environmental and market challenges. This long-term vision recognises the vital role of sustainable livestock farming in […]
Specialist prosecutors step up the fight against human trafficking
On 17 and 18 June, the Working Group of Prosecutors Specialising in Human Trafficking met at Eurojust’s headquarters in The Hague. The meeting was co-chaired by the EU Anti-Trafficking Coordinator and focused on recent developments in the fight against human trafficking. This fifth meeting of the Working Group addressed the practical challenges of applying the […]
The Climate Action Plan for the Mediterranean is launched
In light of the growing climate risks facing the Mediterranean, 43 countries have launched the development of the region’s first Climate Action Plan within the framework of the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM). The initiative was announced during the UPM’s third Mediterranean Green Week, held from 30 June to 3 July 2026, and represents a […]
The Council and the Parliament reach an agreement to strengthen the European Chemicals Agency
The Council of the European Union and the European Parliament have reached a provisional agreement to strengthen the management and funding of the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). The new rules will create an independent legal framework to help ECHA manage its growing number of responsibilities efficiently. Since its establishment in 2007, ECHA and its scientific […]