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Top10. Draghi,The EU to consider report's proposals or face 'slow agony'
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- Top10. Draghi,The EU to consider report's proposals or face 'slow agony'
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- 20:00
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- As we look toward 2025, we revisit a crucial moment from earlier this year: September 9th, when Mario Draghi presented his highly anticipated report on European competitiveness to President Ursula von der Leyen. The report highlighted the urgent need to boost productivity to achieve the EU’s ambitious political and economic goals.
In this episode, host Evi Kiorri and economy reporter Thomas Moller-Nielsen break down the key takeaways from Draghi’s report and discuss its potential implications for Europe’s future.
[Note: This episode was originally published on September 10th.]
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- Looking back at Europe's defining moments of 2024
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- 25:52
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- This year brought seismic changes across Europe: political crises, shifting environmental priorities, and debates about the continent’s industrial strategy.From the Green Deal’s transformation to the US election, we explore how decisions made this year will shape the continent for decades. How did Germany’s government collapse ripple across the EU? What does a more competitiveness-focused agenda mean for climate policy? And what’s next for Europe in a world dominated by US-China tensions?
In this special episode of Today in the EU, host Giada Santana is joined by Euractiv's publisher René Moerland and editors Anna Brunetti and Donagh Cagney, to unpack the stories that made 2024 unforgettable.
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- How can the EU rapidly decarbonise heavy-duty road transport?
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- 4:28
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- The Euractiv event, "How can the EU rapidly decarbonise heavy-duty road transport?", focused on achieving climate-neutral heavy-duty transport by combining zero-emission vehicles with the necessary enabling conditions. Discussions highlighted key issues such as public charging, high-voltage networks, electricity grids, and building a strong business case for customers.
Policymakers and industry leaders emphasised the need to lower total cost of ownership, tackle infrastructure gaps, and ensure Member States implement EU legislation to create a level playing field.
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- We want a world built on peace: recognise the Palestinian voice and future!
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- 1:37
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Video provided by We Move Europe
Published by Euractiv's Advocacy Lab
We all want to live in a world built on peace, respect and dignity. To end the horrors in Gaza, the Westbank, and Israel, - everyone needs a place to belong and an equal voice.
Over half the world acknowledges the Palestinian people’s right to belong in a state of their own. But Europe is one of the major nay-sayers. By the end of last year, only 9 out of 27 countries in the EU recognised Palestine as a state.
And yet, a wind of change is blowing. Spain, Ireland and Norway recognised the state of Palestine as the “only way to achieve peace.”
The Palestinian people and their allies are being erased from the land they live on, from the media and from international talks. While this is taking place, no one is safe and there can be no peace.
Recognising Palestine and the Palestinians’ right to the land they live on will be a major blow to those who w...
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- How German parties plan to win voters in upcoming snap elections
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- 20:52
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Germany’s political groups officially kicked off their campaign trail after Chancellor Scholz lost a no-confidence vote on Tuesday (17 December). With a snap election now set for February, the race is well underway.
From their manifestos, both the SPD (S&D) and CDU/CSU (EPP) appear to be carefully calibrating their messaging on key voter concerns – such as aid to Ukraine, economic policy, and migration. Their goal? To win over voters without shutting the door on future coalition deals.
But which alliances stand a real chance, and what is the strategy behind the catchy slogans?
In this episode, host Giada Santana teams up with Euractiv’s Berlin-based reporters, Nick Alipour and Jasper Steinlein, to unpack how the CDU/CSU and SPD are branding themselves and the strategies driving their campaigns.
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- Why Macron’s bid to stay relevant is falling short
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- 13:52
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- François Bayrou's appointment as France's new prime minister is the latest in a series of questionable political moves Emmanuel Macron has made since June, which have increasingly put the president in a vulnerable position.
Outmanoeuvred by his long-time ally Bayrou, who used his political leverage to secure the job, Macron now faces a public growing all the more sceptical of his leadership. The new French prime minister, however, appears ready to move past party lines to guarantee the government’s survival. What cards is Bayrou prepared to play to lock in his power?
In this episode, host Giada Santana speaks with Paris-based politics reporter Théo Bourgery-Gonse to discuss how Bayrou outplayed Macron and what this means for the French government’s future.
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- Lessons from the EU's watchdog: Emily O’Reilly on ethics and accountability
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- 19:51
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- The European Parliament will elect the new EU Ombudsman on Tuesday (17 December) to replace Emily O'Reilly, with her successor set to inherit her impressive legacy.
In a sit-down interview with Giada Santana, O’Reilly reflected on her time in office, the current political climate, and her landmark inquiry into Frontex.
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- Digital governance in the era of hybrid warfare, with Estonia’s digital minister
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- 16:27
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Estonia, a leader in digital governance, is known for remote internet voting, online public services, and digital IDs, earning recognition as the world’s second most digitalized government, according to the United Nations. But its technological advancements have made it a target for cyber interference from Moscow as geopolitical tensions move online.
“The propaganda budget for Russia is bigger than the whole Estonian state budget,” said Estonia’s Digital Minister Liisa Pakosta to Euractiv.
“It’s a hybrid war between the autocratic and democratic world," the minister added.
The Baltic state shares a 294-kilometre border with Russia and is home to a 300,000-strong Russian-speaking minority, factors that increase its exposure to Kremlin-linked hybrid warfare. How has Estonia built its tech-driven society, and how is it helping its neighbours fend off digital threats?
In this episode, host Giada S...
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- Why Georgia’s pivot toward Russia may backfire
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- 15:09
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Georgia’s parliament is set to elect the country’s next president on Saturday (14 December), a vote that could backfire for the ruling Dream Party as it has opted to back pro-Russian candidate Mikheil Kavelashvili. During its four terms in power, Georgian Dream has gradually worked towards eroding democratic institutions - a move that has alienated much of civil society, including top national banks and diplomats, many of whom have publicly distanced themselves from the government.
In this episode, host Giada Santana speaks with Carnegie's Thomas De Waal about Georgia's apparent shift towards Russia and what the EU can do to respond.
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- Critical raw materials - How can the EU and Kazakhstan cooperate?
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- 59:21
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Kazakhstan is a major producer of critical raw materials (CRMs), and an increasingly important energy supplier for the European Union. Metals and chemicals from Kazakhstan are helpful in the EU’s efforts to advance the green and digital transition. The Central-Asian state is becoming a key player in supporting EU sectors such as the net-zero industry, space, defence, and technology.
The EU-Kazakhstan relations were recently strengthened by the Annual Cooperation Council which took place in October 2024, which aims to strengthen political, economic and trade cooperation. Cooperation in the raw material sector was particularly reinforced by the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed in November 2022.
Kazakhstan’s recent accession to the Mineral Security Partnership (MSP) Forum, which serves as a new platform for cooperation in the CRMs area, also broadened EU-Kazakhstan relations further.
In the context of the upcoming European Commission’s...
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- The controversial EU-level talks on borders, smuggling and asylum procedures
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- 15:09
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Talk of EU migration policy have dominated Brussels this week, with at least 15 EU countries deciding to freeze asylum requests for Syrian citizens and EU leaders set to vote on key matters at the EU Home Affairs Council.
EU's migration policy will be high on the political agenda when EU interior ministers meet in Brussels on Thursday (12 December).
Key decisions include a vote on extending Schengen membership to Romania and Bulgaria, revising anti-smuggling measures, and promoting the implementation of the EU Migration Pact at the national level.
In this episode, host Giada Santana and Euractiv's politics reporter Nicoletta Ionta look at the controversial migration debates at the EU level and their potential outcomes.
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- The competing regional powers in the way of Syria’s new government
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- 25:54
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- As a transitional government takes shape in Syria, hopes run high for the country to regain its democratic status after a decade-long dictatorship. However, the aftermath leaves a fragmented political scenario that might easily spiral into chaos. From Moscow to Ankara and Teheran, regional powers are competing for relevance through the support of the different armed groups involved in the fall of Bashar al Assad’s regime. And if Europe strives for stability in the country, it has a role to play as well, according to experts.
In this episode, host Giada Santana breaks down the rivaling interests shaping the future of Syria with Chatham House fellow Chris Phillips and Russian reporter Iuliia Akhmedova.
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- What Europe risks losing amid the US-China trade war
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- 14:09
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- The European Union could face unexpected fallout from the latest round of sanctions imposed by Beijing on U.S. markets, as China banned the shipment of three rare minerals critical for building next-generation weapons and military equipment.
How does the US-China trade war impact the European Union, and how can Europe protect its defense industry at at such a crucial time?
In this episode, host Giada Santana and defense reporter Aurelie Pugnet discuss the latest escalation in the tit-for-tat between Beijing and Washington and what it implies for the Union.
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- Why the EU is divided over the Mercosur trade deal
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- 17:35
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- The EU and four Mercosur countries (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay) finalised a historic trade agreement on Friday (6 December) after 25 years of talks. First proposed in 1999, the deal will establish one of the world's largest free trade zones – but not everyone seems to be happy about it. The deal has drawn sharp criticism in the Union over environmental and political concerns. So, what does the South American trade pact entail, and why has it created such deep divisions within the EU?
In this episode, host Giada Santana and agrifood reporter Sofia Sanchez Manzanaro unpack the EU-Mercosur deal and the controversies it has sparked.
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- Europe holds its breath as Romania heads to the polls one last time
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- 14:34
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Brussels is on tenterhooks as Romania heads to the polls on Sunday (8 December) to choose between pro-Moscow TikTok star Călin Georgescu and pro-European hopeful Elena Lasconi in the final round of the presidential elections.
In a country where one in three citizens trust the government, the semi-presidential system could grant far-right candidate Georgescu significant power to challenge parliamentary majorities and potentially shift the country's stance on Moscow.
In this episode, host Giada Santana and Euractiv's senior editor Georgi Gotev break down the elections in Romania and assess the situation as the country prepares for its next chapter.
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- The ceasefire in Lebanon and Europe's waning role in the Middle East
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- 18:53
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- The number of violations of the US-brokered ceasefire in Lebanon has surpassed 100 since the ceasefire agreement took effect last Wednesday, casting doubts on hopes for peace between Hezbollah and Israel. Besides condemning the breaches, the EU's absence from the negotiating table during these tense moments raises questions about its relevance in the Middle East.
In this episode, host Giada Santana talks to Middle East experts Bilal Saab and Julien Barnes-Dacey about the terms of the shaky ceasefire agreement amidst Washington and Brussels’s diplomatic efforts in the region.
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- Media Partnership: The Future of SEPs and Innovation in Europe
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- 1:24:46
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Governments across the world have recognised the strategic importance of leadership in key technological standards, including for cellular communications, and relying on an open, industry-led standardisation process.
The European Union's proposed regulation on Standard Essential Patents (SEPs) has sparked significant debate within the technology industry over its implications on Europe's ability to innovate in next-generation technologies such as 5G and 6G. Concerns have been raised regarding the potential impact on innovation, competitiveness but also national security and defence capabilities.
Over a roundtable lunch hosted by Euractiv in collaboration with Qualcomm, representatives from industry, academia, and government will delve into the future of SEPs and standardisation in Europe.
Questions to be discussed include:
- How will the proposed regulation impact national security and defence capabilities?
- What is the role of courts...
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- Explaining Europe's campaign to roll back the protection of wolves
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- 11:55
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Wolf protection is back on the table for EU lawmakers as they must now reopen talks on the EU's Habitats Directive, a cornerstone of EU biodiversity policy. The Standing Committee of the Bern Convention decided to back a European Commission proposal weakening the protection of wolves on Tuesday (3 December), meaning MEPs must now reconsider one of the EU's flagship biodiversity policies. But why is the European Commission waging a crusade against wolves? And how does it align with the union's environmental pledges?
In this episode, host Giada Santana and Euractiv's Energy, Environment and Transport reporter Barbara Machado reflect on the political motives behind lowering the protection status of wolves and its wider implications for biodiversity.
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- Media Partnership - Tax Transparency on the eve of Public CbC & CSRD Reporting
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- 1:32:25
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- With the EU Public Country by Country Reporting and the CSRD Directive having entered into force in 2024, Tax Transparency will become a reality within the EU legal reporting framework. Debates are still active on the merits of such initiatives, with some companies gradually have become more transparent about their tax affairs, while others have kept their tax cards closer to their chest. Ultimately, in 2026, qualifying companies will have to disclose their CbC-Reporting and need to include comprehensive information in their CSRD-reporting, insofar tax is considered a material topic.
For the last decade there has been a lot of focus in the EU on additional reporting and anti-abuse measures, which ultimately had lead to a high cost of tax compliance. According to the Draghi Report this has resulted in the EU having proportionally smaller companies compared to the US. In the current context, the European Business Tax Forum (EBTF) estimated it was the right time to make a sta...
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- The urban mobility transition – How can the EU achieve more sustainable transport
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- 1:30:21
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Urban mobility plays a pivotal role in the EU’s broader green transition goals. For the EU to meet its commitment to reducing carbon emissions and achieving climate neutrality by 2050, innovation and transformation in the mobility sector is crucial.
In the latest study on urban mobility transition by EIT Urban Mobility, findings show that investments in innovation are already yielding significant results in improving traffic congestion and reducing emissions in several European cities. By 2030, technological progress in mobility solutions could help reduce CO2 emissions by 21%.
According to the report, public transport emerges as the most affordable and inclusive solution to reduce urban mobility emissions. By 2030, public transport ridership could increase by up to 7%, while private car trips could drop by up to 16%. Moreover, findings show that shifting to active transport modes like walking and cycling could generate €1,170 in health savings per capita ...
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- Why Michel Barnier’s young government might fall
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- 13:17
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- The current French government might be the shortest-lived in the history of the fifth Republic as opposition parties announced the possibility of a vote of no-confidence on Monday (2 December). Ongoing tense negotiations over financial cuts and taxes have kept the government at risk of falling for the past two months. Why are budget talks threatening a political crisis in France?
In this episode, host Giada Santana and politics reporter Thèo Bourgery-Gonse chat about the controversies around the French budgetary package and the looming threat on Barnier’s head.
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- Wiener Stadtwerke: Achieving climate neutrality by 2040
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- 2:49
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Peter Weinelt, Director-General of Wiener Stadtwerke, spoke with Euractiv about the company's ambitious goals of achieving climate neutrality by 2040 while maintaining energy security and affordability for all citizens and industries.
Created for Wiener Stadtwerke, by Euractiv's Advocacy Lab
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- Europe's beauty and personal care industry is a powerhouse of economic activity.
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- The beauty and personal care industry is a vital pillar of Europe’s society and economy contributing €29bn in added economic value to Europe and employing almost three million people across its value chain.
An economic powerhouse, a critical job creator, a driver of innovation and a leader in sustainability, the industry represents an entire ecosystem of farmers, artisans, small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and international companies that showcase Europe’s savoir-faire on a global stage.
The value chain’s commitment to innovation strengthens the competitiveness of the European economy, contributing to its sustained growth and positioning Europe as a global leader in the beauty and personal care sector.
Video provided by The Value of Beauty
Published by Euractiv's Advocacy Lab
https://www.euractiv.com/section/economy-jobs/video/europes-beauty-and-personal-care-industry-is-a-powerhouse-of-economic-activity/
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- The real cost of Europe's new competitiveness agenda
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- 16:19
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- When voters cast their ballots in recent European elections, the economy topped their long list of concerns. Shortly after, Commission President von der Leyen assumed office with a clear mission: make Europe more competitive to keep pace with the US and China.
But the push for global competitiveness seems to sideline labour and social policies, which have long been seen as hallmarks of Europe’s economic model. So, how does the Commission plan to make the Union wealthier? And who is at risk of being left behind?
In this episode, host Giada Santana chats with economics editor Anna Brunetti about the wind of change sweeping European economic policy.
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- Operation Interflex – BTS from Ukrainian soldiers’ training abroad
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- 17:44
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- In the past two weeks, Russian forces have achieved the fastest breakthrough in eastern Ukraine since the beginning of the invasion. As the Ukrainian army is in dire need of new recruits and equipment, hundreds of soldiers are under special training as part of Operation Interflex, aimed at providing them with vital skills to manage death-threatening situations.What is the operation like? How can this training impact Ukrainian troops’ success on the frontlines?
In this episode, host Giada Santana hears from defence reporter Aurélie Pugnet about what she discovered during a trip on the ground.
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- Parliament’s winners and losers: A conversation with Greens and right-wing ECR
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- 23:03
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- On Wednesday (27 November), the new college of commissioners was approved with 370 votes to 282 against – marking the lowest majority in history. The mandate is filled with uncertainties, except one: the centre-right European People’s Party (EPP) enjoys free rein in Parliament negotiations, with master strategist Manfred Weber cosying up and forging alliances outside the centrist majority. How do non-coalition groups view this new, secretive, and unpredictable European Parliament?
In this episode, host Giada Santana talks about the rationale behind the vote with two MEPs: Daniel Freund of the Greens and Carlo Fidanza of the right-wing European Conservatives and Reformists (ECR).
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- Strasbourg special: EU Parliament’s most burning vote of the year
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- 16:14
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- After weeks of political manoeuvring and backroom deals, MEPs are set to vote today (27 November) on Von der Leyen's next College of Commissioners.
While the EP’s greenlight seems certain after EPP, Renew, and S&D struck a platform agreement last week, the incoming College might be sworn in with the narrowest support in recent history. So, where do the different political groups stand? And what effect will the vote have on Parliament's future powerplays?
In this episode, host Giada Santana and politics reporters Nicoletta Ionta and Magnus Lund Nielsen talk numbers, alliances and behind-the-scenes buzz from Strasbourg's corridors.
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- Draghi report, competitiveness and EU corporate reporting requirements facing backlash
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- 14:14
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- European businesses are increasingly concerned about the EU's growing regulatory and reporting requirements, which they say hamper competitiveness and productivity.
The combination of high energy prices (well above those in the US) and stringent sustainability and compliance requirements is putting pressure on several industries, and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in particular.
While the European Union aims to reduce reporting obligations by 25%, the challenge is to balance simplification with maintaining the core objectives of its laws, such as climate and human rights standards. These concerns echo key findings of the Draghi report, which highlighted the EU's struggles with productivity and global competition.
To dig deeper, host Evi Kiorri was joined by Euractiv's Berlin-based economy reporter Jonathan Packroff.
[Edited by Daniel Eck]
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- Unlocking the potential of affordable Innovation through the pharmaceutical legislation
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- James Burt, Chair of the Value Added Medicines Sector Group at Medicines for Europe shares his vision how off-patent innovation can help sustainably address today's major public health needs such as antimicrobial resistance, cardiovascular disease or the burden on health systems.
Through the EU pharmaceutical legislation, addressing the market failure which has long blocked off-patent innovation is within reach.
Medicines for Europe is calling for all types of repurposed medicines to be considered in Article 84, while only rewarding those which prove they significant patient benefits and address important public health needs.
In these videos, James shares his view on the ways we can bring the best out of existing pharmaceuticals and bring those benefits to patients.
Created for Medicines for Europe, by Euractiv's Advocacy Lab
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- ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant, and Hamas commander – what now?
- Runtime
- 17:04
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, former Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, and Hamas military commander Mohammed Deif, citing alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity during the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Both Israel and Hamas have dismissed the allegations, giving predictably polarised responses. The Israeli government condemned the ICC’s decision as “antisemitic,” while Hamas called the warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant an “important historical precedent.” But what do these arrest warrants mean, and can the Court's 124 member states – none of which include Israel or the US – enforce this decision?
To answer these questions, host Evi Kiorri spoke with ICC correspondent and host of the Hague-based Asymmetrical Haircuts podcast, Janet Anderson.
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- What we expect from the last day of COP29
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- 16:38
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- As the global climate summit is expected to wrap up today (22 November) in Baku, Azerbaijan, country ministers have already started tough negotiations around the implementation of the final treaty.
All eyes are on the final sum allocated to the new climate finance goal (NCQG), which will determine how many resources developed countries will provide to the global south to limit greenhouse gas emissions. But the discrepancy in ambition and timeline between the two parties has so far locked talks in a standstill. Where are the COP29 climate talks headed? And where does the EU stand in these negotiations?
Join host Giada Santana and energy & environment reporter Niko Kurmayer as they outline COP29's trajectory and possible scenarios for its last day. The European University Institute's head of delegation, professor Simone Borghesi, dials in from Baku.
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- Delivering Benefits for Patients and health systems through value added medicines
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- 1:47
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- James Burt, Chair of the Value Added Medicines Sector Group at Medicines for Europe shares his vision how off-patent innovation can help sustainably address today's major public health needs such as antimicrobial resistance, cardiovascular disease or the burden on health systems.
Through the EU pharmaceutical legislation, addressing the market failure which has long blocked off-patent innovation is within reach.
Medicines for Europe is calling for all types of repurposed medicines to be considered in Article 84, while only rewarding those which prove they significant patient benefits and address important public health needs.
In these videos, James shares his view on the ways we can bring the best out of existing pharmaceuticals and bring those benefits to patients.
Created for Medicines for Europe, by Euractiv's Advocacy Lab
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- EU-US trade: what EU economy ministers fear about second Trump term
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- 17:39
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- EU economy ministers will meet today (November 21) to discuss the future of EU-US trade relations although the prospect of a possible protectionist and pro-tariff Trump administration looks set to make for difficult talks.
With key industries such as Germany’s automotive sector already under significant pressure and the risk of a wider trade war on the horizon, how is Europe preparing to adapt to a shifting US trade agenda?
To find out, host Evi Kiorri speaks to Euractiv's economy reporter Thomas Nielsen Moeller.
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- Media Partnership - Ironing out a Steel Action Plan for a green transition made in Europe
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- 1:20:44
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- The European steel industry employs over 300,000 people directly and supports millions more indirectly. As the backbone of many key industrial value chains, including clean technologies from renewables to electric vehicles, steel has been foundational to the European Union, driving prosperity, resilience, and innovation.
Yet European steel’s viability and leadership in breakthrough decarbonisation projects - worth billions in investments - are now under threat. Global steel overcapacity, unfair trade practices, high energy costs, and increasing carbon prices are eroding Europe’s industrial competitiveness, as highlighted in the recent Draghi Report.
Can the EU’s renewed focus on industrial competitiveness and the proposed Steel Action Plan be the solution? What does it take to shape an actionable, timely European Steel Action Plan to address these crucial challenges?
Join this EUROFER Conference - running alongside the exhibition “Steel: A...
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- Safeguarding consumers in the digital age – Challenges and opportunities
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- On 12 November, Euractiv hosted a discussion on consumer protection in the digital world. Panellists explored how digital advancements can enhance online safety, the enforcement of existing legislation, and addressing gaps to build a more secure digital environment.
https://www.euractiv.com/section/digital/video/safeguarding-consumers-in-the-digital-age-challenges-and-opportunities/
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- Title
- How the European Commission's deadlock might finally break
- Runtime
- 17:23
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- The European Parliament is on the brink of finalising the new College of Commissioners after weeks of negotiations, according to a draft seen by Euractiv.
Spain’s Teresa Ribera fell under scrutiny after October's devastating Valencia floods, and faced fierce opposition from the Spanish wing of the European People's Party (EPP). The political deadlock threatened not only her nomination as vice-president of the European Commission but also the approval of the whole College. But negotiations between parliamentary groups in Brussels appear to have finally ended.
What fueled the EPP’s resistance, and how was an agreement reached?
Join host Giada Santana and reporter Sofia Sanchez Manzanaro as they analyse the fallout from the Valencia disaster and its ripple effects on the Commission’s formation.
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- Media Partnership - Green Claims & Carbon Markets
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- 1:18:56
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- As the EU embarks on a new mandate, its ambitious goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 is driving a renewed focus on shaping a regulatory framework that fosters sustainability and preserves Europe’s competitiveness.
With the Draghi report underscoring the importance of a competitive and sustainable Europe, and growing momentum for harmonising climate policies across the Single Market, this event offers a timely platform to discuss how the forthcoming EU Green Claims Directive (GCD) can support these objectives, and the role that Voluntary Carbon Market (VCM) plays in this transition.
The GCD is set to be a cornerstone in enhancing transparency and integrity in green claims, helping to combat greenwashing and provide consumers with reliable information. However, it is also important to ensure that the Directive does not unintentionally hinder the use of the VCM, which is an essential tool for mobilising substantial private sector investment in climate...
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- FEDIOL, Striving to Build a Sustainable Future for Europe
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- For more EU news, visit our webpage: https://www.euractiv.com/
FEDIOL represents the vegetable oil and protein meal industry at European level. Oilseeds processing produces vegetable oil, protein meal and other co-products which are supplied to manufacturers of food, feed, non-food and energy products. With our Brussels-based team, the association supports EU regulatory activities by providing scientific, technical, economic and legal expertise. FEDIOL is committed to build on extensive experience and to be a partner in developing solutions for the sustainable transition and improved resilience of our societies.
Video provided by FEDIOL
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- Can the EU help Ukraine as North Korea sends troops to Russia?
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- 14:17
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Today marks 1,000 days since Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The recent deployment of North Korean troops to Russia's Kursk region, entered by Ukrainian forces in August, signals a major shift in the conflict. North Korea’s involvement, previously seen in arms supplies and meetings between Kim Jong-un and Vladimir Putin, now includes sending troops to the border.
This move provides Russia with added manpower, posing greater challenges for Ukraine’s strained military resources and increasing its need for ammunition. The effectiveness of North Korean troops is uncertain due to their limited combat experience. EU ministers are concerned but limited in action due to North Korea’s isolation, as they gather in Brussels amid pressure to strengthen military support, especially with future U.S. aid uncertain.
To look into this topic host Evi Kiorri is joined by security and defence editor Aurélie Pugnet.
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- The threat to media freedom in Europe – How can it be protected?
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- 1:18:41
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Free and independent media is a key pillar of democracy, but recently, worrying trends have emerged across Europe. In response, the European Commission introduced the European Media Freedom Act, which came into force on 7 May 2024 and will take full effect by 8 August 2025.
The F.R.E.I.H.E.I.T project (Fact-checking & Reliable European Information to Help Europe Integrate Together) aims to address foreign interference in European media. Through fact-checked, independent editorial production, freelance journalists from Europe and the Eastern Neighbourhood are working to combat disinformation and promote reliable information.
Media freedom remains under pressure in many Eastern Neighbourhood countries. Critics claim that Georgia struggles with disinformation, Moldova faces news bias, and Russian propaganda is replicated in Azerbaijan. There are also reports of an increase in disinformation in Armenia, and a deterioration of free speech in Belarus.
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- How Musk’s White House appointment could test the EU
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- 16:05
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Billionaire Elon Musk’s recent appointment to lead the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) is expected to send shockwaves across the Atlantic, testing the EU’s regulatory clout in the digital sphere.
The European Union and Musk have clashed repeatedly, especially since his $44 billion acquisition of Twitter - now known as X.
On 23 December 2023, the European Commission launched an investigation into X for violating the Digital Services Act (DSA), including content moderation issues. Meanwhile, Musk’s image as a staunch defender of free speech has energized Europe’s far-right, who increasingly see him as an ideological ally.
But where does the EU stand in this escalating dispute, and how might Brussels respond to Musk’s new role?
Join host Giada Santana and Euractiv tech editor Eliza Gritski as they unpack the EU’s probe into X, the controversial DOGE commission, and Musk’s growing in...
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- Ensuring affordable innovation for today’s health issues through repurposing
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- 0:55
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- James Burt, Chair of the Value Added Medicines Sector Group at Medicines for Europe shares his vision how off-patent innovation can help sustainably address today's major public health needs such as antimicrobial resistance, cardiovascular disease or the burden on health systems.
Through the EU pharmaceutical legislation, addressing the market failure which has long blocked off-patent innovation is within reach.
Medicines for Europe is calling for all types of repurposed medicines to be considered in Article 84, while only rewarding those which prove they significant patient benefits and address important public health needs.
In these videos, James shares his view on the ways we can bring the best out of existing pharmaceuticals and bring those benefits to patients.
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- German snap elections: Everything we know so far
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- 13:23
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s efforts to maintain stability following the collapse of his three-party coalition have come up against fierce opposition and mounting public pressure, sparking a new phase of uncertainty.
With a snap election scheduled for 23 February and no-confidence votes looming, the dynamics between party leaders and coalitions are set to shape Germany’s immediate future.
To take a closer look at the unfolding political drama and its impact on Europe’s largest economy host Evi Kiorri is joined by our Berlin-based politics reporter, Nick Alipour.
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- The vote that might end EU anti-deforestation law
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- 17:28
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- On Thursday (14 November), the European Parliament will decide the fate of a landmark anti-deforestation law, the EUDR, which aims to break the link between EU imports and global forest loss.
According to the UN, 10 million hectares of forest – an area the size of Portugal – vanish yearly due to unsustainable practices.
Proposed amendments, however, threaten to narrow its scope and delay its rollout, leaving activists worried that a diluted law could fail to tackle deforestation. But who among the MEPs wants the end of anti-deforestation law, and why?
In this episode, host Giada Santana and agrifood reporter Sofia Sánchez Manzanaro outline supporters and detractors of EUDR, and possible scenarios ahead of the vote.
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- The path to the climate neutrality of district heating systems. Solutions, regulations, technologies
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- 1:18:35
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- An estimated 67 million Europeans rely on heat provided by district heating, which is currently undergoing a decarbonisation process to achieve the goal of being climate-neutral by 2050.
However, different district heating systems are at different stages of progress towards net-zero. Some systems, particularly low-temperature district heating networks, have already been fully decarbonised through the use of technologies like heat pumps and geothermal energy. In contrast, large-scale district heating systems that require high temperatures face more limited options, such as biomass, electrode boilers (as part of power-to-heat solutions), and energy storage.
A key principle of the energy transition is to ensure that no one is left behind, including customers of district heating systems. This transition presents a range of challenges, not only technical and technological, but also regulatory and economic. These difficulties will be especially pronounced in large, ...
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- Commissioner hearings end without conclusions as the real negotiations begin
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- 12:24
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Tuesday (12 November) marked the last day of hearings at the European Parliament, yet no conclusions were reached – in a clear indication that all political parties have laid their cards on the table and are now negotiating over who gets what.
Evaluation meetings have been postponed with no timeline set, leaving many unanswered questions: what is happening behind closed doors, and what can we expect from the hearings’ conclusions in the coming days?
To break down what has happened with the hearings so far, host Evi Kiorri is joined by Euractiv's politics reporters Nicoletta Ionta and Magnus Lund Nielsen – who have been following most of the sessions for the past two weeks.
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- Building a safer digital environment – Protecting consumers in the EU
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- 1:16:51
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- The European Union is intensifying efforts to improve consumer protection in the rapidly evolving digital landscape. At the same time, industries are exploring how new technological solutions can be used to safeguard consumers in innovative new ways.
The forthcoming "Digital Fairness Act" will impact a range of industries, from e-commerce to entertainment, which will need to adhere to new standards, including transparent marketing practices and measures to prevent addictive behaviours, all aimed at creating a safer and more equitable digital environment for consumers.
The Commission has also launched a fitness check of EU consumer law on digital fairness to assess whether the current legal framework is sufficient to guarantee a high level of consumer protection in the evolving digital landscape.
Where the upcoming implementation of the Artificial Intelligence Act specifically aims to regulate AI systems and their application in industry and the Di...
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- Discover amfori: a Global Business Association for Sustainable Trade
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- 7:55
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- amfori places collaboration at the heart of its actions to deliver positive solutions for supply chain and facilitate sustainable business practices.
Every year, goods and services are traded across the world (31 trillion dollars in 2022, WTO-UNCAD estimate). Trade creates new economic opportunities and has a significant impact on worker conditions and the environment.
In this context, it can be difficult for companies to find and maintain the right balance between generating profit and avoiding harmful behaviour towards people and the planet. However, by making the appropriate efforts, companies can help safeguard that the benefits of trade are not outweighed by negative effects. That is sustainable trade.
At amfori we believe that people, planet and profit can work together. We believe in a world where all trade delivers social, environmental and economic benefits for everyone. It is what we call ‘trade with purpose’.
Through a variety of services and prac...
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- COP29 climate summit: what to expect as key world leaders sit out
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- 19:45
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
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- Delegates from nearly 200 countries are hunkered down for 11 days of intense climate talks at COP29 in Baku, but with prominent leaders noticeably absent, doubts about the summit's potential for progress are looming.
Among those who will not be attending are European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, French President Emmanuel Macron, Brazil’s Lula da Silva, and China’s Xi Jinping.
Setting robust climate finance targets is high on this year's agenda at a time when the pressure couldn’t be higher, with the UN warning that global warming could rise by 2.9 to 3.1 degrees Celsius - almost double the "safe" limit set by the Paris Agreement.
Join host Giada Santana as she talks to Euractiv’s climate, energy, and transport editor, Donagh Cagney, and climate reporter Paul Messad. Together, they will break down the events on the ground in Baku, Europe’s big goals for these talks, and what the missing world leader...
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- German coalition collapse: What European leaders fear
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- 15:23
- Date posted
- 2 years ago
- Description
- Germany’s coalition government collapsed on Wednesday, setting the stage for the first minority government in over 40 years and possible snap elections - a turn of events that has European leaders worried.
The breakdown, caused by long-running disputes over economic policy and budget constraints, culminated late on Wednesday when Chancellor Olaf Scholz dismissed Finance Minister Christian Lindner after failed negotiations. This marks a significant shift in German and European politics, with potential consequences for European cooperation, especially as the continent braces for Donald Trump’s return to the White House.
But how do European leaders view Germany’s political instability?
To understand this better, host Evi Kiorri speaks to our Berlin-based reporter Nick Alipour.
