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 […]
The EU is allocating nearly €2.8 billion to support financial stability and reform initiatives in Ukraine
The European Commission has allocated nearly €2.8 billion to Ukraine to support its financing needs and maintain public administration, as the country continues to defend itself against Russia’s war of aggression. This is the seventh disbursement under the Ukraine Facility, the EU’s key instrument for supporting Ukraine’s recovery, its reform programme and its progress towards […]
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 […]
Amazonian Indigenous women win 2026 #ForOurPlanet prize
The European Commission is proud to announce the Amazonia Indigenous Women’s Fellowship (AIWF) programme as the official winner of the 2026 #ForOurPlanet Prize. Following a rigorous evaluation process, the AIWF programme, led by Conservation International, secured the top honour for its inspiring work, which stood out for its recognition that Indigenous women are not just passive victims of climate change, […]
Commission adopts temporary adjustments to Basel III Market Risk Rules to safeguard EU banks’ competitiveness
To ensure that the EU banking sector benefits from a level playing field with international competitors, the European Commission has introduced targeted, time-limited amendments to its implementation of the new market risk capital framework for banks. The measures will apply for three years from 1 January 2027. The Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB), part […]
EU-Western Balkans Summit highlights enlargement as a strategic investment in Europe’s peace, stability and security
Last June 5, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Council António Costa and President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola joined leaders from Member States and the six Western Balkan partners at the EU-Western Balkans Summit. The Summit was hosted by Montenegro in Tivat. Leaders took stock of […]
Ukraine: MEPs welcome reform efforts amid the ongoing war
MEPs are optimistic about the reforms linked to EU accession carried out by the Ukrainian government, and insist that Ukrainians must determine the terms for peace with Russia. On Wednesday, theCommittee on Foreign Affairs adopted, by 54 votes to 17 with 5 abstentions, a report assessing the latest developments in Ukraine and its progress on […]
The Commission has decided to refer Spain and Poland to the Court of Justice of the European Union for failing to transpose agreed legislation
The European Commission has decided to refer Spain to the Court of Justice of the European Union for failing to transpose the revised EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) Directive [Directive (EU) 2023/959] into national law. The Commission has also decided to refer Spain and Poland to the Court for failing to transpose the revised […]