European Parliament
"It is up to us to ensure that we give a voice to every citizen" - Metsola
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- "It is up to us to ensure that we give a voice to every citizen" - Metsola
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- 0:24
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- 12 months ago
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- Let's make sure the next EU long-term budget is strong enough to face the future
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- 0:52
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- 12 months ago
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- Explained: The EU long-term budget
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- 15:14
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- 1 year ago
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- Europe is facing realities we can’t ignore: from the rising cost of living to war on our doorstep.
To help countries work together on solutions to shared problems, the EU has a common seven-year budget. The current one runs until 2027.
As the next begins to take shape, the European Parliament wants to invest in what matters.
What can the EU do to strengthen defence and support Ukraine? How can it make Europe’s economy more competitive? What about climate change and the future of EU agriculture?
To find out more, we spoke to rapporteurs Siegfried Mureșan (EP, Romania) and Carla Tavares (S&D, Portugal), the MEPs steering the file through Parliament.
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction
01:47 - What is the EU long-term budget (MFF) and how is it important for EU citizens?
02:53 - Is 1% of EU GDP enough for a common budget?
03:19 - What is the added value of a common EU budget?
03:42 - What is ...
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- "We need to also work for a ceasefire in Gaza" - Metsola at the EU Council meeting
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- 1:21
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- 1 year ago
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- Bill Gates discusses how to promote health and living standards in the Global South
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- 0:22
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Yesterday, philanthropist and Microsoft founder Bill Gates joined the European Parliament’s development committee to discuss innovation in health and living standards in the Global South.
Gates talked about his foundation’s work in public health and the need to invest in people to drive sustainable economic growth and reduce poverty.
MEPs highlighted the critical role of Official Development Assistance (ODA) amid recent funding cuts and the US withdrawal from the World Health Organisation.
ODA is government aid that promotes and specifically targets the economic development and welfare of developing countries.
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- Defining challenges and revenue options for the EU budget 2028-2034
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- 1:24:31
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- 1 year ago
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- The next EU long term budget for the period of 2028-2034, also called Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) is now in the preparation. It will impact the lives of millions of students, thousands of researchers, cities, businesses, regions and NGOs. It will also allow to plan for the programmes that the EU wants to fund and increase their efficiency. That's why the European Parliament Research service is holding a debate to predict the potential challenges and priorities for the next EU long term budget.
The key speakers include the Parliament's two MEPs who work on and are responsible for reporting about the EU’s next long-term budget, Carla Tavares (S&D, PT) and Siegfried Mureșan (EPP, RO), as well as the expert from Jacques Delors Institute in Paris - Eulalia Rubio. Together they will discuss, which policy challenges the next long term EU budget will have to finance. Such topics could include security and defence, support for Ukraine, competitiveness, the repayment...
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- Bill Gates discusses health and living standards in the Global South
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- 56:13
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- 1 year ago
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- Parliament hosts philanthropist and Microsoft founder Bill Gates for a debate on development assistance and innovation as key drivers for improving health and living standards in the Global South.
Organised by Parliament's development committee, the event is an opportunity to explore the critical role of Official Development Assistance amid recent funding cuts and the US withdrawal from the World Health Organisation (WHO). MEPs discuss the importance of investing in people -- through education, health, and skills development -- to drive sustainable economic growth and poverty reduction.
The conversation also focuses on the work of the Gates Foundation in public health and its approach to maximizing impact through innovation and partnerships with governments, multilateral agencies, and the private sector.
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- EU-Mercosur: The potential of a bi-regional agreement
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- 2:22:09
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- 1 year ago
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- The implications of the EU-Mercosur agreement are the subject of a debate between experts, NGOs and representatives from key industrial and agricultural sectors organised by the European Parliament’s Committee on foreign affairs.
Discussions will cover the strategic relevance of the deal for the EU, how it affects business and agriculture, and its social, environmental and academic perspectives.
Speakers include representatives of:
Mercosur pro-tempore presidency:
Pedro Miguel da Costa e Silva - Ambassador of Brazil to the EU
Business sector:
Sigrid de Vries - European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA)
Agricultural sector:
Ignacio Sánchez Recarte – European committee of wine producers (CEEV)
Academia:
Arancha González Laya - Paris School of International Affairs, Sciences Po Paris
Trade unions:
Claes-Mikael Ståhl - European Trade Union Confede...
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- Relive the moments of the 2025 European Youth Event!
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- 0:21
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Wow, can you believe it's been one week since #EYE2025?
The European Youth Event may be over, but the connections and ideas live on!
Take the energy from Strasbourg with you and let it inspire you to shape the Europe that you want to see.
What was your favourite part of #EYE2025?
Did you miss it? No worries, you can rewatch some of the best bits on our YouTube channel.
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- European Parliament against child sexual abuse
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- 1:04
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- "A shameful version of humanity is unfolding in Gaza" - King of Jordan at the European Parliament
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- 0:32
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- The King of Jordan, His Majesty Abdullah II bin Al-Hussein, addressed Members of the European Parliament.
This was King Abdullah II’s sixth visit to the European Parliament, following his previous visits in 2002, 2007, 2012, 2015 and 2020.
During the plenary session, MEPs will discuss the situation in the Middle East.
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- Freedom of assembly under threat in Hungary - debate
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- 1:32:16
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- 1 year ago
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- MEPs ask the Commission about respect for European values in Hungary, as the government has banned Budapest Pride.
Hungary’s parliament amended the rules on public assemblies in March 2025. This enabled authorities to decide that pro-LGBTIQ+ gatherings infringe the Child Protection Act – implicitly targeting Budapest Pride’s 30th edition, scheduled for 28 June 2025.
MEPs visited Hungary in April 2025 and warned that the government’s ban on pro-LGBTIQ+ public events is not just an attack on the community, but a direct violation of the basic human and civil rights enshrined in the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and the EU’s core values.
The EU Court of Justice’s Advocate General recently deemed Hungary’s Child Protection Act incompatible with EU law. Based on this, MEPs are set to demand that the Commission apply interim measures as part of the ongoing trial, so that the Court of Justice of the EU can order this legislation to be s...
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- Parliament's expectations for key NATO summit - debate
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- 2:39:05
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- 1 year ago
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- Members of the European Parliament outline their expectations for the upcoming NATO summit in a debate with representatives of the European Commission and the Council.
NATO leaders - including from EU countries - will meet in the Netherlands on 24-26 June. On the agenda: increased defence spending in the context of Russia’s continued war of aggression against Ukraine and calls from US President Donald Trump for Europeans to invest more and take a greater responsibility for their own defence.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte recently warned that Russia could be ready to use military force against the Western alliance within five years and said that NATO allies must have a creditable credible defence. Ahead of the summit, he has urged NATO members to commit to spending up to 5% of their national income on defence, a call that is expected to feature prominently in the summit deliberations.
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- Israel-Iran military escalation: risk of further instability in the Middle East
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- 1:47:55
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- 1 year ago
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- MEPs, debate the situation in the Middle East with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas and Polish EU Affairs Minister Adam Szłapka (representing the Council presidency).
The discussion focuses on the risk of further instability in the Middle East following the Israel-Iran military escalation and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Parliament will also assess the European Commission’s decision to review the association agreement between the EU and Israel in response to Israel blocking humanitarian aid deliveries to the Gaza Strip.
The agreement forms the basis for political and economic cooperation between the EU and Israel. Israel's compliance with human rights and democratic principles is an essential element of the document, enshrined in article two.
The review, announced on 20 May 2025, is the first step in a procedure that could eventually lead to the agreement being suspended.
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- King Abdullah II of Jordan addresses the crisis in the Middle East at the EU Parliament
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- 19:49
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- 1 year ago
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- In an address to the European Parliament, in Strasbourg, King Abdullah II of Jordan is expected to focus on a range of issues, including the dramatic escalation of the crisis in the Middle East, the situation in Gaza and its consequences.
This is King Abdullah II’s sixth visit to the European Parliament, following his previous visits in 2002, 2007, 2012, 2015 and 2020.
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- How Schengen opened up borders and opportunities for Europeans - short VT
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- 2025 European Youth Event closing session
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- 1:19:44
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- 1 year ago
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- Over the past two days, thousands of young people have come together to celebrate the power of democracy through debates, exchanges, and artistic expression. as this incredible experience comes to an end, it’s hard to say goodbye. But this is not the end— it’s just the beginning.
The conversations sparked here will continue, the ideas shared will take shape, and the connections made will contribute
to the future of Europe. Join us for an inspiring closing session to reflect on our journey, explore what’s next, and work together to put democracy in action. The future is in our hands—let’s make it happen!
SPEAKER:
Pina Picierno, vice-president of the European Parliament
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- How Schengen opened up borders and opportunities for Europeans
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- 1:36
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- 1 year ago
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- On 14 June 1985, five European ministers gathered on a riverboat to sign the Schengen Agreement and pave the way to passport-free travel in Europe.
29 countries are now part of the Schengen area, which allows people to cross internal borders without checks.
Let’s take a look at the evolution of one of the pillars of the European project, a symbol of EU unity and integration.
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- How can the EU help people develop the skills they need for the future?
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- 1:20:12
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- 1 year ago
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- Live from the European Parliament in Strasbourg, young people and MEPs debate how the European Union can help train and equip people with the skills they need for the future as the world faces new challenges such as the digital and green transitions and AI.
SPEAKERS:
Nela Riehl, chair of Parliament's Culture and Education Committee
Marie-Pierre Vedrenne, member of the European Parliament
Elena Magrini, head of global research at Lightcast
Perttu Pölönen, futurist and author
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- Meet the next generation of change-makers!
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- 1:02
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- 1 year ago
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- The 2025 winners of European Charlemagne Youth Prize were recognised for their impact on shaping Europe’s future.
Europaeum - a pan-European media outlet from Hungary that aims to promote European identity, values, and unity.
Díky, že můžem volit (Thanks That We Can Vote) - a project to improve voter turnout among Czech young people aged 18–29 during the 2024 European elections.
Feminist Law Clinic from Germany - providing free legal support to those most affected by gender-based discrimination, sexualised violence and legal uncertainty.
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- How will the EU budget be for the next seven years?
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- 0:16
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- President Metsola honors the victims of the Soviet mass deportations
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- 0:44
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- 1 year ago
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- "We must remember the names of these victims and keep telling their stories" said Parliament President Roberta Metsola during a ceremony to commemorate the victims of the Soviet mass deportations.
Each year, the European Parliament honours the almost six million victims and survivors who were deported by the Soviet regime between 1939 and 1952.
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- Debate with Yulia Navalnaya and the Russian opposition
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- 1:24:31
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- 1 year ago
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- Yulia Navalnaya, Vladimir Kara-Murza, Ilya Yashin and other prominent members of Russia's democratic opposition are at the European Parliament to discuss EU support for pro-democratic forces in Russia given the new geopolitical context.
The debate takes place with the Foreign Affairs Committee, the Human Rights Subcommittee and the Delegation to the EU-Russia Parliamentary Cooperation Committee.
Navalnaya is the widow of Russian opposition leader and Sakharov Prize laureate Alexei Navalny, who died in an Arctic Circle corrective colony in the Yamalo-Nenets Autonomous Okrug on 16 February 2024, where he was incarcerated for on extremism charges.
Vladimir Kara-Murza is a Russian-British political activist, journalist and former political prisoner. On 22 April 2022, Kara-Murza was charged by a Russian court for allegedly spreading false information about the Russian military. He was included in the 2024 Ankara prisoner exchange.
Ilya Ya...
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- Commemoration of the victims of the Soviet mass deportations
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- 1:16:35
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- 1 year ago
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- During the Second World War, almost three million people were deported by the Soviet regime. In total, the regime deported more than six million people between 1920 and 1952 to Siberia and Central Asia.
Each year, the European Parliament honours the victims and survivors.
In a ceremony in Brussels, Parliament President Roberta Metsola welcomes Lithuanian survivor Dalia Dyrienė and Ukranian tenor Serhii Ivanchuk to remember the occasion.
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- Protecting children from recruitment for terrorism and organised crime
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- 1:50:57
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Children are increasingly being recruited by terrorist and organised crime networks through social media, messaging apps, gaming platforms, and streaming services, raising concerns about online radicalisation. To address this issue, Parliament’s civil liberties, justice and home affairs committee will host a public hearing.
Experts will discuss the challenges in combating the spread of terrorist content online, the role of Europol and explore the implementation of new regulations aimed at protecting vulnerable minors.
Representatives of the Commission, Europol, the EU Knowledge Hub on Preventing Radicalisation as well as a Researcher from the Swedish National Council for Crime Prevention and a Full Professor in criminal law with relevant expertise in online radicalisation will intervene.
Speakers:
• Javier Zarzalejos, chair of Parliament's civil liberties, justice and home affairs
• Yolanda Gallego-Casilda Grau, European Commission
• Piergi...
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- Defense and security of the European Union
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- 0:16
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- EU countries are in charge of their security and defence but a lot of coordination happens at the EU level.
These activities are more important than before with Russia's ongoing war against Ukraine and broader geopolitical tensions.
Parliament has approved several EU-level defence programmes and has called on EU countries to urgently work on strengthening common security and defence capabilities.
Read the full story here: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/topics/en/article/20190612STO54310/defence-how-the-eu-is-boosting-its-security
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- Eurobarometer: let's talk about results!
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- 1:49
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Applications for traineeship in the European Parliament are now open
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- 1:11
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Build your skills, expand your network and experience working in the heart of EU as a Schuman trainee at the European Parliament.
Click here to apply: https://ep-stages.gestmax.eu/search
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- Extracts from the debate: EU response to Israeli government plan to seize the Gaza Strip
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- 5:06
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- MEPs debate with Council and Commission representatives the EU’s response to the Israeli government's plan to seize the Gaza Strip, and how to provide effective humanitarian support and secure the hostages’ release.
Extracts from the debate.
The leaders of the EPP, S&D, Renew Europe, Greens/EFA and The Left political groups have expressed serious concern over the threat of further military escalation by the Israeli government in the Gaza Strip.
They also denounced all violations of international law in the conflict, including statements pointing towards forced territorial or demographic changes in the area.
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- European Parliament vs cybercrime
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- 0:28
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- One wrong click is all it takes to become a target of cybercrime.
In today's interconnected world, cybercrime is on the rise, and no one is immune. From phishing scams to identity theft, anyone can fall victim, and it's easier than you might think. This is why taking precautions to protect yourself is crucial.
While good digital habits are your first line of defence, Parliament is working to keep Europeans safe by adopting laws like the Cyber Resilience Act, which ensures that products with digital features are secure to use.
Click here to learn more: https://europa.eu/!kycvcbmh
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- Slovenian president addresses the European Parliament
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- 0:25
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- How to make the EU more attractive to scientists
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- 1:11:11
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Parliament discusses a plan to turn the EU into a magnet for top scientific talent in response to Trump’s government actions impacting universities and academic freedom in the US.
The debate follows the launching of the initiative “Choose Europe for science”, by the European Commission, which aims to increase EU’s attractiveness in the field, ensure scientific freedom, and accelerate the journey from discovery to market.
MEPs are expected to highlight the challenges and uncertainty currently faced by scientists in the US.
Representatives from the European Commission and the Council will take part in the debate.
Learn more about the initiative “Choose Europe for science”: https://europa.eu/!mCGPYg
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- The Hungarian government's drift to Russia-style repression: plenary debate
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- 1:04:50
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Parliament assesses the “Transparency in Public Life” bill proposed last week by the Hungarian government, which would impose strict regulations on foreign-funded media and rights groups operating in the country.
The proposed legislation, likely to be voted by the Hungarian parliament before 10 June, foresees fines for networks and NGOs where foreign interference is alleged.
European news outlets, think tanks and rights groups have criticised the bill, stating it would impact media pluralism and civil society in Hungary, as well as the EU's own activities in support of both.
According to the government’s proposal, the regulation “creates the possibility of listing organizations endangering Hungary's sovereignty, supported from abroad".
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- MEPs discuss EU response to Israeli government plan to seize the Gaza Strip
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- 1:43:31
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- MEPs will debate the EU’s response to the Israeli government's plan to seize the Gaza Strip, and how to provide effective humanitarian support and secure the hostages’ release.
Commissioner Glenn Micallef and Polish Minister Adam Szłapka will take part in the discussion.
In a joint statement of 10 May, the leaders of the EPP, S&D, Renew Europe, Greens/EFA and The Left political groups in the European Parliament expressed serious concern over the threat of further military escalation by the Israeli government in the Gaza Strip. They also denounced all violations of international law in the conflict, including statements pointing towards forced territorial or demographic changes in the area.
Thousands have died since Israel resumed its strikes on Gaza on 18 March, following the collapse of a two-month ceasefire.
The UN has warned that the 10-months-long Israeli blockade of food and medicine deliveries into Gaza has exposed around ...
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- President Metsola's keynote speech during the annual EU budget conference
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- 13:46
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- "A realistic Union budget in an uncertain world"
The President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola delivers a keynote address during the annual EU budget conference, that brings together a wide array of stakeholders to rethink a future budget with the Union policy priorities at the centre by making it more focused, simpler and impactful. .
The next long-term budget will power the Union shared vision for the future in a context of growing geopolitical, economic and societal challenges.
Parliament has already outlined its position on which priorities to invest in, the structure of the budget and the resources that go into it. MEPs say that EU investments from 2028 to 2034 must respond to the changing geopolitical and economic realities.
They want the EU to be ambitious and invest in strategic autonomy, better handling of economic hardships and fighting the climate crisis.
Funding should also cover areas of defence ...
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- How is the manipulation of algorithms and online platforms affecting democracy?
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- 2:13:35
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- The European Parliament's special committee on the European democracy shield (EUDS) explores the alarming decline of democracy and the growing threats to media freedom across Europe.
Media organisations are navigating challenges such as disinformation, the concentration of media ownership, and political pressures.
Experts analyse the state of media resilience in the EU, assessing relevant legislation, new proposals and policies. They look into ways to boost media pluralism, independent journalism and to prevent undue influence from both state actors and corporate powers.
EUDS Chair Nathalie Loiseau will open the discussions followed by several guests:
• Michał Fedorowicz (European Analytical Collective Res Futura)
• Sasha Havlicek (Institute for Strategic Dialogue)
• Stefano Quintarelli (Centre for European Policy Studies)
• Ingrid Brodnig (journalist)
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- What is the Eurobarometer?
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- 0:51
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Growing threats to media freedom across Europe
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- 1:30:40
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Media organisations are navigating new challenges such as disinformation, the concentration of media ownership and political pressures.
During this hearing, Parliament members and experts analyse the state of media resilience in the EU, focusing on existing and planned legislation and policies, to detect possible loopholes, gaps and overlaps in policies on media and information literacy. By exposing these weak points and addressing them, the hearing aims to strengthen media pluralism, independent journalism and prevent undue influence from both state and corporate powers.
The first session of the hearing focuses on the state of media in the EU. Speakers:
• Mr Wouter GEKIERE, Head of the Brussels Office of the EuropeanBroadcasting Union (EBU)
• Mr Einar HÅLIEN, Editor at Schibsted media
• Ms Katharina SCHELL, Vice President Presseclub Concordia
Read the full programme of the event here:
https://www.europar...
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- How the EU budget works
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- The EU budget invests in people. It creates opportunities, jobs and supports communities.
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- Parliament calls for bolder EU action to ensure water resilience - extracts from plenary debate
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- 3:34
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Climate change makes water issues in Europe worse. Extreme heat, prolonged droughts and devastating floods damage ecosystems, human health, and cause major disruptions to economic activities.
The European Parliament wants the EU to act fast with an ambitious water resilience plan to ensure sustainable water management and secure sufficient water resources.
MEPs debated the issue in May. Watch our video for the extracts.
Find out more: https://europa.eu/!3K8Kny
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- Why the EU budget matters
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- 1:12
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Some challenges are best faced by working together.
That is the guiding principle of the EU’s long-term budget. What will the next one look like?
Parliament has already outlined its position on which priorities to invest in, the structure of the budget and the resources that go into it.
Key things to know about it:
- The next EU’s long-term budget needs to be more ambitious and put people first;
- Making Europe safer and more competitive are the challenges EU funding should address;
- The EU needs to be flexible and invest in new areas of cooperation but not at the expense of the long-standing policies;
- Repaying the money borrowed for Covid-19 recovery cannot endanger key EU priorities;
- The budget should be more flexible, simpler and more transparent;
- Access to EU funds must be tied to respect for EU values and the rule of law.
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- Europe is still the greatest political project in history.
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- In a keynote speech at the event “Europe at the crossroads” held in Brussels, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola outlined her vision for a smarter, stronger and safer Europe.
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- 80 years after the end of the World War II in Europe
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Janusz Komorowski, 96, fought to liberate Poland. Janusz Maksymowicz, 95, fought in the Warsaw Uprising in 1944. Robert Chot, 102, fought in the Battle of the Ardennes.
They shared their story at the European Parliament to mark the 80th anniversary of the end of the World War II in Europe.
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- Parliament invites experts to debate the future of EU-US relations
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- 1:27:55
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- MEPs assess relations between the European Union and the United States with a panel of experts on transatlantic relations. They will discuss prospects for developments between the two partners amid the changing geopolitical landscape.
Guest speakers include:
- Marcin Walecki, Senior Foreign Policy Expert
- Jeffrey Hovenier, Atlantic Council
- Marcus Jaeger, German Council on Foreign Relations
The hearing is hosted by Parliament’s foreign affairs committee. It will feed into the preparation of Parliament’s upcoming own-initiative report on EU-US political relations.
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- How the EU can help secure a just peace in Ukraine - extracts from plenary debate
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- 3:14
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- MEPs discussed with Commission President von der Leyen and Polish Minister for EU Affairs Adam Szłapka how the EU can contribute to achieving a just, sustainable, and comprehensive peace deal for Ukraine.
The debate focused on the EU’s political, financial and military support for Ukraine, and its role in efforts to secure a peace settlement that preserves Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and is based on international law.
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- Happy Europe Day!
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- 0:56
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Happy Europe Day!
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- 0:56
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Europe Day: a reminder of what we have built together
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- Europe 80 years after the end of the World War II
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- 3:49
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- On this day in 1945, the World War II ended in Europe.
The unconditional surrender of the German Third Reich took effect on 8 May at 11.01pm, bringing to a close six years of war across the continent.
Just five years later, Europe began a new chapter, with the creation of what would become our European Union, united by common values of freedom, democracy and the equality.
Today, as we mark the 80th anniversary of the end of WW II, we honour those whose courage, sacrifice and spirit made that future possible.
May we never forget and may we continue to build a Europe of peace, hope and unity.
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- Lessons learned from the power outage in Spain and Portugal
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- 1:28:36
- Date posted
- 1 year ago
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- On 28 April 2025, Spain and Portugal were affected by electrical blackouts. Both countries — as well as parts of southern France connected to the Iberian network — were plunged into darkness. This was one of the most significant blackouts in the history of the European grid, leaving more than 60 million people without electricity.
The European Parliament discusses lessons learned from the blackout and how to increase resilience and better connect EU energy grid infrastructures.
