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EU looks to ease path towards 2040 climate targets 06 February 2024, 18:40 CET
The EU Commission proposed Tuesday a 90% cut in EU greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 compared to 1990 levels, but has dropped reference to a 30% cut in non-CO2 emissions from agriculture.

EU reaches deal to strengthen consumers' right to repair 02 February 2024, 23:10 CET
EU negotiators reached a provisional deal Friday on a directive to reduce waste by promoting the repair of broken or defective goods, also known as the right-to-repair (or R2R) directive.

Brussels moves quickly on Nth Ireland agri-trade tariff solution 30 January 2024, 17:36 CET
The EU Commission adopted a proposal Tuesday setting out a new EU-UK joint solution under the Windsor Framework regarding the use of tariff-rate quotas (TRQs) by Northern Ireland businesses.

Brussels launches strategic dialogue on future of farming in the EU 25 January 2024, 22:55 CET
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen launched a Strategic Dialogue on the Future of Agriculture Thursday, a new forum on the future of the EU's farming and food system.

Europe's drinking water to be safer from 2027 24 January 2024, 00:01 CET
Europe's drinking water will be safer following the EU Commission's adoption Tuesday of new minimum hygiene standards for materials and products that come into contact with drinking water.

EU targets lower CO2 emissions from trucks, buses and trailers 18 January 2024, 23:03 CET
The EU Parliament and Council reached provisional agreement Thursday to strengthen CO2 emissions standards for new heavy-duty vehicles entering the EU market from 2030.

EU green light for ban on greenwashing, misleading product information 18 January 2024, 11:13 CET
The European Parliament gave its final green light Wednesday to an EU directive which aims to improve product labelling for consumers and bans the use of misleading environmental claims.

EU's new Data Act enters into force 11 January 2024, 22:40 CET
The European Data Act entered into force Thursday, defining rights to the access and use of data generated in the EU, and boosting data-sharing and innovation, especially in the field of artificial intelligence.

Belgium takes over EU presidency 02 January 2024, 23:01 CET
Belgium took over the rotating presidency of the EU Council from Spain on 1 January, citing defence of the rule of law, democracy and the green transition among the key priorities for its six-month tenure.

Green light for tariffs delay on UK electric cars 21 December 2023, 23:48 CET
The EU Council agreed Thursday to give manufacturers of electric cars in the EU and the UK more time to comply with local content requirements for electric vehicles under the EU-UK Trade Agreement.

EU signals protection downgrade for Europe's wolves 20 December 2023, 17:24 CET
The European Commission tabled a proposal Wednesday which would mean a downgrade for the protection status of the wolf under the Bern Convention on nature conservation.

EU boost for more sustainable trans-European transport projects 19 December 2023, 23:51 CET
The European Parliament and EU Council agreed late Monday on updated guidelines for a more sustainable trans-European transport network (TEN-T) to boost implementation of major projects by 2030.

EU and Kenya sign major 'sustainable' trade agreement 18 December 2023, 15:56 CET
The European Union and Kenya signed an Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) Monday to boost bilateral trade in goods, increase investment flows, and contribute to sustainable economic growth.

EU agrees tougher rules on freezing and confiscating criminal assets 12 December 2023, 22:58 CET
EU Parliament and Council negotiators reached a political agreement Tuesday on EU-wide minimum rules on the tracing, identification, freezing, confiscation and management of criminal property.

Rights and freedoms to be at centre of Europe's AI development 11 December 2023, 23:07 CET
The EU Parliament and Council reached provisional agreement Friday on the Artificial Intelligence Act, to ensure AI is safe, respects fundamental rights, and allows businesses to thrive.

EU strikes deal to decarbonise EU gas markets 08 December 2023, 23:39 CET
The European Parliament and EU Council informally agreed Friday on plans to facilitate the uptake of renewable and low-carbon gases, including hydrogen, on the EU’s gas market.

"No place for hate in Europe" - EU unites against all forms of hatred 06 December 2023, 21:52 CET
With hate speech and hate crime against Jewish and Muslim communities on the increase, the EU called Wednesday on Europeans to stand up against hatred and speak up for tolerance and respect.

EU agrees draft law to defend journalists against unfounded court cases 30 November 2023, 18:32 CET
The EU Council and European Parliament agreed draft rules Thursday to ensure EU-wide protection for journalists and media organisations against unfounded and abusive legal proceedings.

Boost for passenger rights in Europe post-Covid 29 November 2023, 18:58 CET
The EU Commission adopted a series of proposals Wednesday to strengthen the rights of passengers in Europe in the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis and the bankruptcy of the Thomas Cook travel group.

EU ratifies landmark trade agreement with New Zealand 27 November 2023, 22:14 CET
The EU completed Monday the political procedures to ratify an ambitious free trade agreement with New Zealand, expected to cut some EUR 140 million a year in duties for EU companies.

EU to strengthen criminal law response to environment crimes 16 November 2023, 20:49 CET
EU Parliament and Council negotiators reached a provisional agreement Thursday on an update of EU environmental crimes and sanctions rules to strengthen ecosystem protection.

Europe's economic growth loses momentum, revised downwards 15 November 2023, 19:33 CET
The European Commission revised downwards its forecast for Europe's economy Wednesday, dragged down by the impact of Russia's war in Ukraine, weak global demand and higher consumer prices.

EUR 396m EU funding for LIFE environment projects 14 November 2023, 17:40 CET
The European Commission gave its approval Tuesday to 171 new projects across Europe under the LIFE Programme for environment and climate action, worth more than EUR 396 million.

EU strikes provisional deal to boost supply of critical raw materials 13 November 2023, 21:58 CET
The EU Parliament and Council reached a provisional deal Monday for a framework to ensure a secure and sustainable supply of critical raw materials, known as the Critical Raw Materials Act.

Brussels backs opening EU membership talks with Ukraine 09 November 2023, 22:33 CET
The European Commission recommended Wednesday the opening of EU accession negotiations with Ukraine, as it published the 2023 review of progress made by EU candidate countries.

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Waste framework directive - microplastic pollution - agriculture situation and Ukraine - Multilateral Investment Court

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