MEPs say any sustainable peace must be preceded by an effective ceasefireParliament considers US policy ambivalence towards Ukraine detrimental to achieving peaceNothing must be decided about Ukraine without Ukraine, nothing about Europe without EuropeNo occupied Ukrainian territory will be...

In a new report, MEPs make proposals on how to remove hurdles for financing Europe’s defence industry. The report “European Defence Readiness 2030: Assessment of Needs”, by the Committee on Security and Defence, examines Europe’s defence needs up to 2030 and identifies options to...

Payment service users to be better protected from fraud, including online fraud and misuse of their dataFees and charges for payment services should be transparentEnhanced level playing field between banks and non-bank payment service providersProvisions to ensure a better access to cash,...

MEPs on Tuesday adopted a resolution laying out their priorities regarding the use of artificial intelligence in the financial sector. The resolution, spearheaded by Arba Kokalari (EPP, SV), was adopted in plenary with 426 votes in favour, 182 against and 39 abstentions. The resolution looks...

Boost to European defence capabilities“Buy European” approachGreater support for Ukraine The law adopted on Tuesday is designed to strengthen the EU defence industry, foster joint European defence procurement, ramp up defence manufacturing and increase support for Ukraine. The...

New European Centre Against Migrant SmugglingEnhanced coordination between Europol, Eurojust and FrontexSupport for member states to conduct joint criminal investigationsParliament gave its final approval to a new law on enhancing Europol’s mandate and resources in the fight against migrant...

Ban on endocrine disruptors, skin sensitisers and PFAS (“forever chemicals”)Digital passports for all toys to speed customs checks and ease access to safety warnings€6.5 billion worth of toys imported into the EU in 2023, 80% from ChinaToys are the second most notified dangerous...

Remove obstacles to military mobilityRefrain from funding cutsReinforce EU-NATO cooperationTransport and Defence MEPs call urgently for easier movement of troops and military equipment across the EU by removing internal borders and upgrading infrastructure. The draft resolution on military...

Members of the European Parliament participate in the World Wildlife Conference in Uzbekistan to support the global fight against illegal trafficking of wild animals and plants. A delegation from the European Parliament arrived Monday in Samarkand, Uzbekistan where they will spend three days at...

Today, European Commission adopted the new European Consumer Agenda - an EU consumer policy framework until 2030. The agenda focuses on four large priorities: removing obstacles, for example regarding mobility or access to cross-border services, for consumers in the single market; enhancing...