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EU forecast paves way for 'strong and sustainable recovery'
The EU Commission presented its European Semester Spring Package Wednesday, providing fiscal guidance to Member States as they continue the process of gradually reopening their economies.
Brussels prepares for new rules on single-use plastics
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
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
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.
Online platforms profiting from fake news, says EU
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.
New EU rules on medical devices into force
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.
EU agrees sanctions over Belarus 'international scandal'
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
Sustainable blue economy to support EU's green recovery
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.
New tax rules to help EU business to recovery
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.
EU aims for zero pollution in air, water and soil
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
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
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.
Brussels looks to ease restrictions on non-essential travel
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.
Updated EU industrial strategy focuses on sustainable recovery
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.