The Charlemagne Prize Fellowship is a one-year programme for non-resident researchers run by the European Academy of the Charlemagne Prize, aimed at young European researchers, next-generation policy experts, innovators and opinion leaders working to improve the European Union. Requirements: Postgraduate qualification (preferably a Master’s degree or equivalent) Under 35 years of age Professional-level English (minimum […]
Multiannual Financial Framework 2028–2034: The Council agrees on a negotiating position on EU support for migration, border management and internal security
On 15 July, the Council agreed on its partial negotiating position on the regulation establishing EU financial support for migration, border management and visas, and internal security for the period 2028–2034. These financial instruments will help Member States to implement the Pact on Migration and Asylum, ensure the efficient management of the EU’s external borders […]
The Commission is updating the scope of digital products and tools to support the implementation of the EU Regulation on deforestation
On 13 July, the Commission adopted two measures to support the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which will begin to apply by the end of December. A Delegated Act updates and simplifies the list of products covered by the Regulation, while an Implementing Act sets out the functioning of the Information System for submitting due diligence statements […]
Internships – Digital Marketing Intern at the European Commission for Tourism
The European Tourism Commission (ETC) is seeking a digital marketing intern for a six-month period (renewable) starting in August 2026. The successful intern will have a unique opportunity to gain work experience within an international organisation based in Brussels, Belgium, and to gain a privileged insight into the European and global tourism sector. Profile […]
The EU and South Africa launch an intergovernmental dialogue on the Clean Trade and Investment Partnership
On 9 July, the EU and South Africa held their first intergovernmental dialogue at senior official level to take forward the implementation of their Clean Trade and Investment Partnership. Collaboration between the two regions will strengthen clean and resilient supply chains, support local strategic industries and accelerate investment in green hydrogen and critical raw materials. […]
Enlargement: Parliament commends Ukraine’s progress despite the war
On 8 July, MEPs called for a constructive debate on how to take Ukraine’s European integration forward, taking into account the European Union’s strategic interests. In its annual assessment of Ukraine’s progress on reforms related to the EU accession process, the European Parliament welcomed the opening, in June 2026, of the first chapter in the […]
The Commission presents the EU Action Plan on Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence
The European Commission has presented an Action Plan to provide a structured response to address the risks and capitalise on the opportunities presented by advanced artificial intelligence (AI) models in the field of cybersecurity. New advanced AI models are redefining cybersecurity. AI can be misused to identify vulnerabilities, automate attacks and increase the scale and […]
Energy Union: New Spain-Portugal power interconnector inaugurated
On 2 July, the European Commission celebrated the inauguration of the electricity interconnector between Spain and Portugal. The commissioning of this new infrastructure project linking northern Portugal and Galicia, in north-western Spain, marks a key milestone in the energy sector. The project increases cross-border electricity transmission capacity by 1,000 MW, bringing the total to 4,200 MW […]
The EU and Armenia are strengthening their partnership, boosting resilience, trade and connectivity
Today, 2 July, in Yerevan, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, together with Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos, met with Prime Minister of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan. The visit follows the recent general elections that showed the strength of Armenia’s democracy and its commitment to continuing the path of reform and closer partnership with the EU. As the […]