Representatives of Justice institutions from the EU, its Member States and Latin America met this Thursday in Brussels to continue strengthening bi-regional judicial cooperation against transnational organised crime. The meeting, organised by the European Commission, was co-chaired by Ana Gallego and Irena Moozova, Director-General and Deputy Director-General of the Directorate-General for Justice and Consumers, and Myriam Ferran, Deputy […]
EU celebrates International Mother Language Day, enhancing its commitment to linguistic diversity
This Sunday, 21 February, is International Mother Language Day. The EU is proud of its linguistic diversity: 24 official languages and some 60 regional and minority languages with varying degrees of official recognition throughout our territory. Language is a vital expression of identity and culture, which is why theCultural Compass for Europeaims to preserve this […]
Two years of the Digital Services Act ensuring safer online spaces
Two years ago, the Digital Services Act (DSA) entered into force. The DSA protects your fundamental rights online by regulating online services such as social media platforms, marketplaces, app stores, and online travel and accommodation services. Its goal has been to ensure a safer digital space by addressing issues like addictive design, illegal content, manipulative tactics, and more. Since February 2024, the […]
Relations between the EU and Armenia continue to deepen ahead of their first summit
Relations between the EU and Armenia continue to deepen at a crucial moment in the partnership, underscoring the strong shared commitment to advancing bilateral cooperation on key strategic priorities. In view of Commissioner Marta Kos’s planned visit on 19 and 20 March and ahead of the first EU-Armenia Summit, senior European Commission officials paid a […]
Commission supports the EU’s eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine
The European Commission has adopted a comprehensive strategy to step up support for the EU eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine. Strengthening the prosperity and resilience of these regions is not only an expression of EU solidarity in the wake of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, but also a strategic investment in Europe’s security, competitiveness, […]
EU announces over €81 million in humanitarian aid to eastern Democratic Republic of Congo
The escalation of conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is driving mass displacement. The resources of food, water and shelter are stretched to breaking point and women and children increasingly left exposed to violence and exploitation. As Commissioner for Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib visits the region, the EU is mobilising €81.2 million in humanitarian […]
Commission launches investigation into Shein under the Digital Services Act
The European Commission has today opened formal proceedings against Shein under the Digital Services Act for its addictive design, lack of transparency in its recommendation systems, and the sale of illegal products, including child sexual abuse material. More specifically, the investigation will focus on the following areas: The systems Shein has implemented to limit the […]
The EC adopts proposals to sign and conclude the Agreement between the EU and the United Kingdom on Gibraltar
On 17 February, the European Commission adopted its proposals for the signing and provisional application, as well as for the conclusion of an agreement between the European Union and the United Kingdom on Gibraltar. The main objective of the agreement between the European Union and the United Kingdom on Gibraltar is to ensure the future […]
Building a sustainable future for small-scale coastal fishermen in southern Spain
On the coast of Cádiz, in southern Spain, the producer organisation OPP72 helps small-scale fishermen secure fair markets and protect their future. Founded in 2010, this organisation brings together some 70 producers and 59 vessels from the ports of Conil, La Atunara and Rota. As a producer organisation officially recognised by EU legislation, OPP72 benefits […]