Today, 11 May, the European Union and the Syrian Transitional Authorities will hold two high-level meetings in Brussels to strengthen relations between the EU and Syria and discuss ways to support Syria’s socio-economic recovery, reconstruction and long-term stability. Following the fall of the Assad regime, the EU opened a new chapter in its relations with […]
Employment – Childcare Professionals in Nurseries in Ireland
On 4 June, a recruitment event specialising in early years education (Childcare Professionals) will take place in Málaga for those wishing to work in Ireland. This is an in-person recruitment event organised in collaboration with EURES Ireland. Irish companies from the childcare sector will attend this event to conduct face-to-face interviews in English. Around 10 […]
The EU and Japan are stepping up cooperation on AI, data, quantum computing and chips
At the fourth meeting of the EU-Japan Digital Partnership Council held in Brussels, the European Union and Japan agreed on new measures to deepen cooperation on regulation, research and industry in the areas of data, artificial intelligence, quantum computing, semiconductors, digital infrastructure and online platforms. These measures will improve cross-border data flows, promote interoperable digital […]
Digital Markets Act: MEPs call for stricter enforcement in the face of external pressure
MEPs are calling on the Commission to implement the EU Digital Markets Act in a timely and effective manner and to scrutinise AI-powered search tools and cloud services more closely. In a resolution adopted by a show of hands on Thursday, Parliament urges the Commission to implement the EU Digital Markets Act (DMA) swiftly and […]
Internships – Schuman Training Programme
The European Parliament offers a range of internship programmes within its Secretariat to support young people’s professional development and help them understand how the institution works. These internships last for five months. Eligible candidates must: be aged 18 or over; hold a university degree or degrees; have a thorough knowledge of one of the official […]
The European Parliament calls for a stronger EU response to online harassment
MEPs are calling for strict enforcement of the law, a harmonised definition of cyberbullying and greater accountability on the part of platforms to better protect victims. In a resolution adopted on Thursday by a show of hands, the plenary calls for effective and dissuasive penalties for cyberbullying offences, to make it easier for victims to […]
Competition – EIT Introductory Programme
EIT Jumpstarter offers a 7-month pre-acceleration programme for early-stage innovators from over 28 countries and territories. The programme supports these innovators in transforming scientific ideas into viable start-ups through training, mentoring and a structured entrepreneurial process that culminates in an international pitch competition. Eligible thematic areas: Participants will develop their ideas within one of six […]
The Commission welcomes this important step towards modernising the EU’s social security coordination rules
Representatives of the EU Member States have approved theagreementbetween the Council Presidency and the European Parliament on therevision of the rules on social security coordination. The European Commission welcomes this approval. The revised rules represent an important step towards fair labour mobility within the EU. They make it easier for people to work, live or […]
The EU and Armenia strengthen their ties at their first summit held in Yerevan
The first EU-Armenia Summit will take place on 4 and 5 May in Yerevan. This meeting marks a significant step forward in their relations and reaffirms the European Union’s firm commitment to Armenia’s sovereignty, resilience and reform agenda. The summit will bring together President Ursula von der Leyen and Prime Minister António Costa, representing the […]