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Brussels prepares for new rules on single-use plastics — 01 June 2021, 22:20 CET

The European Commission provided guidance Monday for the new EU rules on single-use plastics set for 3 July which aim to reduce marine litter from single-use plastic products and from abandoned fishing gear.

EU supports Belarus democracy with EUR 3 bn finance package — 01 June 2021, 22:19 CET

The EU Commission outlined Friday a plan of economic support to a future democratic Belarus, reflecting EU commitment to support the Belarusian people's wishes for a peaceful democratic transition.

EU forges first-ever 'green alliance' with Japan — 31 May 2021, 22:47 CET

The EU forged a first-ever 'green alliance' with Japan Thursday, vowing at a summit to speed up action on climate change, promote green growth and jobs, and achieve sustainable and secure energy supplies.

New EU rules on medical devices into force — 27 May 2021, 17:59 CET

New EU rules on medical devices entered into application on Wednesday, with the aim of establishing a modern and more robust regulatory framework to protect public health and patient safety.

Online platforms profiting from fake news, says EU — 28 May 2021, 21:23 CET

The EU's code of practice on disinformation needs to be strengthened to become more effective in countering disinformation, the EU Commission said in new guidance published Wednesday.

EU agrees sanctions over Belarus 'international scandal' — 26 May 2021, 18:19 CET

EU leaders at a two-day summit Tuesday strongly condemned the forced landing of a Ryanair flight in Minsk and the detention by Belarus authorities of journalist Raman Pratasevich and Sofia Sapega.

Brussels disburses EUR 14.1 bn for Covid employment support — 26 May 2021, 13:54 CET

The European Commission disbursed some EUR 14,137 billion to 12 EU Member States on Tuesday, in the seventh instalment of financial support under the EU's SURE instrument.

EU agrees provisional deal on digital Covid certificate — 25 May 2021, 21:32 CET

EU institutions reached a provisional deal Friday for a European digital Covid certificate to facilitate free movement as EU member states start to lift Covid restrictions to free movement across Europe.

EU aims for 5 pct tobacco use by 2040 — 20 May 2021, 18:31 CET

The EU Commission published a first report on the Tobacco Products Directive Thursday, underlining its goal of a tobacco-free generation in Europe, with less than 5% of people using tobacco by 2040.

EUR 371m fine for investment banks cartel — 20 May 2021, 18:31 CET

Seven investment banks were found Thursday to have breached EU antitrust rules through participation of traders in a cartel in the primary and secondary market for European Government Bonds.

EU eases criteria for restrictions on non-essential travel — 20 May 2021, 18:31 CET

Responding to ongoing vaccination campaigns, the EU announced Thursday the introduction of certain waivers for vaccinated travellers and an easing of criteria for restrictions for third countries.

EU agrees new draft rules for highly skilled migrant workers — 18 May 2021, 18:48 CET

The European Parliament and the Council reached a provisional deal Tuesday on new rules for the entry and residence of highly skilled workers from outside the EU under the revised Blue Card Directive.

New tax rules to help EU business to recovery — 18 May 2021, 17:46 CET

The European Commission set out its plans for a new business taxation system Tuesday, promising a more robust, efficient and fair system to support Europe's recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Sustainable blue economy to support EU's green recovery — 18 May 2021, 17:46 CET

A new approach for a sustainable blue economy, proposed Monday by the EU Commission for industries and sectors related to oceans, seas and coasts, aims to assure them a green recovery from the pandemic.

EU aims for zero pollution in air, water and soil — 17 May 2021, 23:18 CET

The EU Commission set out Wednesday an integrated vision for 2050, where pollution is reduced to levels no longer harmful to human health and natural ecosystems, as well as the steps to get there.

EU upgrades outlook for economic growth — 17 May 2021, 23:18 CET

The European Commission upgraded its forecasts for the EU and euro area economies Wednesday, as people's lives gradually return to normal, but it warned that many risks continue to hang over the region.

EU, India strengthen strategic partnership on connectivity, trade — 13 May 2021, 00:23 CET

The European Union and India concluded at the weekend a connectivity partnership, and agreed to resume negotiations on a free trade agreement and launch talks on an investment protection agreement.

Updated EU industrial strategy focuses on sustainable recovery — 11 May 2021, 00:47 CET

The European Commission presented an updated Industrial Strategy Wednesday with a focus on sustainable economic recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic and on the building future resilience.

Brussels looks to ease restrictions on non-essential travel — 11 May 2021, 00:47 CET

The Commission proposed Monday an easing of current restrictions on non-essential travel to the EU to take into account progress of vaccination campaigns and the worldwide epidemiological situation.

Apple music streaming app breaches competition rules, says EU — 06 May 2021, 00:39 CET

Apple's App Store has abusesd its dominant position for the distribution of music streaming apps by distorting competition in the music market, the EU Commission said Friday in a preliminary finding.

EU upgrades rights for rail passengers — 05 May 2021, 00:32 CET

Under the new revised rules on rail passengers' rights adopted by MEPs on Thursday, train passengers will be better protected when there are delays and cancellations or when they face discrimination.

EU gives one hour deadline to remove online terrorist content — 30 April 2021, 23:11 CET

Internet platforms will have one hour to remove or disable access to flagged terrorist content following the EU Parliament's go-ahead Wednesday for a new law to address dissemination of terrorist content.

EU Parliament votes to approve EU-UK trade deal — 30 April 2021, 00:13 CET

The European Parliament voted by a large majority late Tuesday to give its formal approval to the agreement setting the rules for the future relationship between the EU and the United Kingdom.

EU agrees loan facility to support just climate transition — 28 April 2021, 12:45 CET

EU presidency and European Parliament negotiators reached provisional agreement Monday on a new public sector loan facility to support the transition towards a climate-neutral economy in the EU.

New EU legal framework for AI sets standards for trust — 26 April 2021, 23:51 CET

The EU Commission proposed Wednesday a first-ever legal framework on artificial intelligence, with guarantees of safety and fundamental rights while strengthening AI uptake, investment and innovation.