The Council has given its final approval to a new piece of EU legislation that harmonises the definition of corruption across all Member States and establishes a common level of penalties for such offences. With measures to prevent corruption and rules to strengthen its investigation and prosecution, the legislation will bolster the fight against corruption […]
The Council adopts rules to improve forest reproductive material and support the EU seed sector
The Council has adopted new rules to improve the quality, availability and traceability of forest reproductive material (FRM), whilst supporting innovation and competitiveness in the EU seed sector. “Today’s decision marks a crucial step towards more resilient and sustainable forests in Europe. It improves the quality of forest reproductive material, supports innovation and provides Member […]
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 EU, Ukraine and Canada will co-host a high-level meeting on the return of Ukrainian children
The EU, together with Ukraine and Canada, will co-host a high-level meeting of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children on 11 May in Brussels. On this occasion, the President of the European Commission, Ursulavon der Leyen,stated:“Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine has cost more than territory and lives: it has stolen childhoods. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Scholarship – European Central Bank: Women in Economics
The European Central Bankis offering grants of €10,000 each to 15 women pursuing postgraduate studies in the fields of economics, statistics, engineering and computer science. This funding is intended to help cover the costs of your studies. If your application is successful, you will also have the opportunity to gain an insight into the ECB’s […]