Europe is pushing for a deal on resource mobilisation, the monitoring framework, and the procedures for reviewing implementation. Parties will gather in Rome on Tuesday as negotiations resume under the 16th Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD COP16), to agree on crucial issues for the implementation of the historic Kunming-Montreal […]
President von der Leyen at the CARICOM Leaders’ Summit to strengthen partnership between the European Union and the Caribbean
During the first-ever visit of a European Commission President to the Caribbean, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen reaffirmed Europe’s commitment to deepening its relations and partnership with the region. At the invitation of Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Chair, Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley, President von der Leyen met the 15 leaders of the Caribbean Community during the 48th […]
Participation – Become a Citizen Juror – Several Countries
Join a unique community of up to 10,000 citizens from across the Council of Europe member states! As a member of this community of democracy defenders, you can: Make your voice heard and promote your cause Make a significant impact by actively participating for up to 3 hours per month Share your opinions through monthly […]
New Directorate General to Strengthen Mediterranean and Gulf Ties
Following President von der Leyen’s call for a more focused approach to the EU’s wider neighbourhood, especially the Mediterranean, with a Commissioner in the new College dedicated to this portfolio, the European Commission has set up a new Directorate-General for the Middle East, North Africa and the Gulf (DG MENA). In line with the President’s Political Guidelines […]
Grants – Zis Fundation – Several countries
Zis Foundation invites young people aged 16-20 of any nationality to get the chance to receive a 700 Euro grant for a self-organised study trip abroad. Who can apply? – young people between 16 and 20 years old; – from all nationalities; – not attending university. Journey conditions – research a participant-chosen topic; – undertaken alone; – […]
The Commission calls for accelerating water protection and flood risk management in Europe
The European Commission yesterday publishes its latest reports on the state of water in the European Union, covering the implementation of the Water Framework Directive, the Floods Directive, and the Marine Strategy Framework Directive. The reports highlight progress made in improving the status of EU water bodies over the past six years and identify key […]
Launch of European Automotive Industry Dialogue on January 30
As announced by President Ursula von der Leyen to the European Parliament on November 27, 2024, the European Commission is launching a Strategic Dialogue with the European automotive industry, social partners and other key stakeholders on 30 January. This initiative underscores the Commission’s commitment to safeguarding the future of a sector vital to European prosperity, while at […]
Volunteering – IAESTE Programme – Several countries
IAESTE (International Association for the Exchange of Students for Technical Experience) offers former or current IAESTE trainees or undergraduate students from universities based in an IAESTE Local Committee opportunities to volunteer and develop new skills (organisational, managerial, financial, social) and make new friends. Who can apply To be able to apply, one of these two criteria has to be […]
Rutte to MEPs: “We are safe now, we might not be safe in five years”
On Monday afternoon, MEPs discussed the security situation in Europe and beyond as well as defence and EU-NATO cooperation with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte. In his first public discussion with MEPs from the Foreign Affairs Committee, Subcommittee on Security and Defence and Parliament’s delegation for relations with the NATO Parliamentary Assembly since taking office […]