The European Union has pledged 338.35 million euros to support ocean conservation, sustainable fisheries and maritime safety at the Our Ocean 2026 Conference. Costas Kadis, Commissioner for Fisheries and Oceans, announced the news at the event, which is taking place today and tomorrow in Mombasa, Kenya. The EU funding will help to ensure safe, clean, healthy […]
EU-Moldova Investment Conference announces up to €641 million in strategic investments
At the EU-Moldova Investment Conference, EU Commissioner for Enlargement, Marta Kos announced investment plans and project initiatives worth up to €641 million in coordination with international financial institutions, private sector partners and public stakeholders. The initiatives will support strategic sectors, including energy, digital infrastructure, education and sustainable agriculture. The aim is to strengthen Moldova’s economic resilience, improve infrastructure, expand access […]
The Commission has received 20 recommendations from the public on strengthening emergency preparedness in the EU
This weekend, the Commission concluded the European Citizens’ Panel on Preparednessin Brussels. After nearly three months of deliberation, the 150 randomly selected citizens, drawn from the 27 Member States and representing the diversity of the EU, put forward 20 recommendations on how to strengthen the EU’s capacity to prevent and respond to emergencies. On Sunday, […]
The Commission has presented a plan to ensure the supply of fertilisers and food security in Europe.
On Tuesday 19 May, the European Commission adopted the Fertiliser Action Plan: an initiative to support farmers facing rising costs and fertiliser shortages, boost domestic production and reduce Europe’s dependence on imports. The Plan will contribute directly to ensuring food security and strengthening Europe’s strategic autonomy, whilst pursuing ambitious climate and environmental goals. Recent supply […]
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union 2026
Where inequality and discrimination persist, democracy cannot thrive. Equality is not optional; it is the foundation of free and resilient societies. However, around the world, too many LGBTI people continue to face violence, discrimination, hate speech and stigmatisation, and are targeted by disinformation campaigns, simply for being who they are. When the full enjoyment of […]
The Commission’s report shows that the Schengen Area remains resilient and is well-prepared for future challenges
The Commission has published its fifth report on the state of the Schengen area, which reviews progress made in the Schengen area over the past year and sets out priorities for the coming year. The Schengen area continues to demonstrate its ability to adapt, thanks to collective efforts at both EU and national level. The […]
The Commission welcomes the Council of Europe’s statement on migration
The European Commission welcomes thepolitical declaration on migrationadopted today by the Council of Europe at the Ministerial Conference in Chisinau. The declaration highlights the importance of the European Convention on Human Rights and the values underpinning the Council of Europe, values which are shared by the EU. The declaration addresses several key issues in the […]
The European Commission responds to the European Citizens’ Initiative to ban “conversion therapy”
The European Commission has today adopted a Communication in response to the European Citizens’ Initiative ‘Ban Conversion Therapy in the European Union’. This response comes just four days before the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia and reaffirms the Commission’s commitment to the rights of LGBTIQ people and to building a true Union of […]
The EU will strengthen the regional dimension of research and innovation
The European Commission and the European Committee of the Regions have signed a new Joint Action Planto strengthen the role of cities and regions in research and innovation (R&I). Under the Joint Action Plan, the Commission and the Committee of the Regions will work together to strengthen the regional and local dimension of the EU’s […]