Parliament wants the Commission to propose legislation establishing a common definition of the crime of rape based on the absence of free, informed and revocable consent. In a report adopted on Tuesday by 447 votes to 160, with 43 abstentions, MEPs call on Member States that still define rape solely in terms of the use […]
Competition – ASEF Young Leaders Summit
The ASEF Young Leaders Summit (ASEFYLS) is a youth platform that builds a community of young people from Asia and Europe. It invites participants to embark on a learning journey to reflect on and develop their 1) self-leadership (you), 2) team leadership (us) and 3) social leadership (everyone). ASEFYLS is designed to foster a spirit […]
EU and ASEAN reinforce Strategic Partnership at 25th Ministerial Meeting in Brunei
The 25th EU-ASEAN Ministerial Meeting convened on 28 April in Bandar Seri Begawan, bringing together Foreign Ministers from the European Union and ASEAN to advance their longstanding partnership and address pressing global challenges. Marking nearly five decades of dialogue relations, both sides reaffirmed their shared commitment to a rules-based international order, multilateral cooperation, and sustainable development. Ministers welcomed progress under the EU-ASEAN Plan of Action […]
Internships – European Banking Authority – France
The EBA is the EU agency responsible for implementing a set of harmonised rules to regulate and supervise the banking sector across all EU countries. Its aim is to create a single market for banking products within the EU that is efficient, transparent and stable. The EBA is launching an internship programme designed to bring […]
The Commission is proposing measures to protect Europeans from the fossil fuel crisis and accelerate the transition to clean, domestically produced energy
For the second time in less than five years, Europeans are paying the price for Europe’s dependence on imported fossil fuels. AccelerateEU is the Commission’s toolkit designed to provide immediate support to European households and industries, particularly the most vulnerable, whilst putting Europe on a steady path towards energy independence. Since the escalation of the […]
Internships – European University Institute – Italy
The European University Institute (EUI) is a postgraduate institution established by treaty and dedicated to research and advanced education with a unique European perspective. It promotes values such as diversity and inclusion, international collaboration, and links between academics and policymakers. The three pillars of its activities are the training of early-career researchers through research of […]
The Commission announces the winners of the 2026 European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award
To mark the start of Diversity Month in the EU, the European Commission has announced the winners of the fifth edition of the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award.As a key initiative of theUnion for Equality, this award recognises EU cities, towns and regions that set an example in promoting inclusive policies and fostering […]
The Commission updates EU competition rules on technology licensing agreements
The European Commission has adopted the revised Block Exemption Regulation applicable to technology transfer agreements (‘RECATT’) and the Guidelines on the application of Article 101 of the Treaty to technology transfer agreements (‘Guidelines’), following a comprehensive review of the provisions in force since 2014. Technology transfer agreements are agreements whereby an undertaking holding technology rights […]
Internships – EED Secretariat – Belgium
EED is seeking an intern for a twelve-month placement in the grant management team (Eastern Partnership region).The intern will assist with the contractual, financial and administrative aspects of EED’s grant management. Tasks to be carried out: • Assisting with the preparation of grant agreements, annexes and other standard contractual documentation; • Assist in the review […]