The European Endowment for Democracy (EED) is a grant-making organisation based in Brussels. Its aim is to provide flexible support to democracy activists, complementing other democracy support programmes run by the EU and its Member States. The EED offers context-specific and needs-based support, based on the principle of promoting democracy and facilitating initiatives by local […]
Council adopts conclusions on the EU’s global investment and partnership strategy
The Council has adopted conclusions on Global Gateway, reaffirming it as the European Union’s worldwide investment strategy for building mutually beneficial partnerships and mobilising public and private resources to bridge the global investment gap. In a geopolitical environment marked by growing fragmentation, economic competition and pressure on democratic governance, the Council reiterates its commitment to advance Global […]
The Pact on Migration and Asylum comes into force on 12 June
Today, 12 June 2026, thePact on Migration and Asylumwill enter into force in all EU Member States. Adopted in May 2024, the Pact has reformed the EU’s framework on migration and asylum and now forms the centrepiece of the EU’s new approach in this area. For the first time, the EU has a comprehensive migration […]
Four Spanish food products have been added to the EU’s register of geographical indications
The European Commission has reached a significant milestone in the protection of Europe’s food and drink heritage. With the addition of thirteen new products to the register, the EU now officially protects more than 3,700 geographical indications (GIs) and continues to lead the world in protecting tradition, promoting sustainability and recognising excellence. The new GIs […]
Commission publishes Code of Practice on marking and labelling AI-generated content
Last June 10, the European Commission published the final Code of Practice on marking and labelling of AI-generated content. The Code is voluntary and sets out practical steps to help providers and deployers of generative artificial intelligence (AI) systems meet the AI Act transparency obligations that will apply from 2 August 2026. From that date, the AI Act will require clear […]
EU concludes modernised Economic Partnership Agreement with Sub-Saharan Africa partners
Last June 10, the EU and four Eastern and Southern Africa (ESA) States (Comoros, Madagascar, Mauritius, and Seychelles) concluded negotiations on an enhanced Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA). Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security, Maros Šefčovič, participated via videoconference in the conclusion ceremony that took place today in Mauritius. The EPA represents the first of its […]
The EU launches the Trans-Mediterranean Cooperation on Renewable Energy and Clean Technology
On 9 June, the European Union launched the Trans-Mediterranean Cooperation on Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (T-MED), a flagship initiative under the Pact for the Mediterranean. T-MED aims to accelerate the development of renewable energy, hydrogen, clean technology manufacturing and modern electricity grids across the Mediterranean region, with a view to fostering a more integrated, […]
Commission and EU Drugs Agency present the 2026 European Drug Report
Last June 9, Commissioner for Internal Affairs and Migration, Magnus Brunner and the European Union Drugs Agency (EUDA) are presenting the 2026 European Drug Report 2026, with the latest evidence on the state of the drugs situation in Europe. Based on data from 29 countries (EU-27, Norway and Türkiye), the report shows that drugs have an increasingly negative impact on European health and security as they […]
EU and Kenya strengthen partnership
The European Union and Kenya are deepening their strategic partnership on trade, digital transformation and sustainable investment to drive mutual economic growth for the benefit of businesses and citizens on both sides. This reinforced cooperation reflects Kenya’s pivotal role as a key partner for the EU in Africa and at multilateral level. These commitments were […]