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On 24 June, Parliament will host Bill Gates for a debate on development assistance and innovation as key drivers for improving health and living standards in the Global South.
Committee on Development

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Sanofi Pasteur
Environment and consumers
Liability for Vaccines: AG Medina suggests that the unconditional application of a ten-year expiry period in the case of progressive injuries is contrary to the Charter

Google and Alphabet v Commission
Competition
In the Google Android case, Advocate General Kokott proposes that the Court of Justice dismiss Google’s appeal and, therefore, that it confirm the new fine of €4.124 billion set by the General Court

Commission v Poland
Approximation of laws
The prohibition on advertising for pharmacies in force in Poland is contrary to EU law

Thursday, 19 June

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Thursday, 19 June

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DRAFT OPINION on the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulations (EU) 2021/694, (EU) 2021/695, (EU) 2021/697, (EU) 2021/1153, (EU) 2023/1525 and 2024/795, as regards incentivising defence-related investments in the EU budget to implement the ReArm Europe Plan
Committee on Security and Defence
Thijs Reuten

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On 25 June, from 14:30 to 16:15, the FISC Subcommittee will host a joint public hearing with the SEDE Committee on "The European Defence Union: Tax Matters". The hearing will focus on the legislative framework governing VAT exemptions for defence-related activities carried out under the EU’s Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP).
It will examine the 2015 Council Decision granting VAT exemptions to NATO and EU agencies for defence efforts supporting the implementation of Union activities, and assess how effectively Member States are applying these provisions.

In particular, the discussion will explore the cooperation mechanisms between the European Commission, national Ministries of Finance, and Ministries of Defence in ensuring consistent and compliant implementation of the VAT exemptions. The panel will also address the operational and administrative challenges encountered in the field. The insights gathered will contribute to the broader debate on strengthening the fiscal framework underpinning European defence initiatives, including the European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP) and upcoming measures under the ReArm Europe Plan and Readiness 2030 strategy.
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On Tuesday, Parliament adopted its position on draft legislation to improve EU countries’ capacity to fight child sexual abuse effectively.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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On Tuesday, Parliament adopted its position on draft legislation to improve EU countries’ capacity to fight child sexual abuse effectively.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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MEPs have agreed to update the EU-Ukraine road transport agreement and extend it until the end of 2025, to continue facilitating the movement of goods in and out of the country.
Committee on Transport and Tourism

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MEPs have agreed to update the EU-Ukraine road transport agreement and extend it until the end of 2025, to continue facilitating the movement of goods in and out of the country.
Committee on Transport and Tourism

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Length of video : 45'

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Entry into office of a new Member of the Court of Justice and of two new Members of the General Court of the European Union

Eurogroup issued a statement on the draft budgetary plan of Belgium for 2025.

El 12 de junio de 2025, el presidente del Consejo Europeo, António Costa, participó en la celebración del 40.º aniversario de la firma del Tratado de Adhesión de España a la CEE en Madrid. En su discurso, destacó la transformación democrática de España, su contribución vital a la UE y la perdurable fuerza de la solidaridad europea. También insistió en la necesidad de mantener la unidad para afrontar los desafíos globales actuales y forjar juntos el futuro de Europa.

The Council approves a declaration to mark the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Schengen Agreement.

Council and Parliament strike provisional deal on the OSOA (one substance one assessment) package.

The President of the European Council, António Costa, visited Lisbon (Portugal) on 12 June 2025 to deliver a speech at the ceremony of the 40th anniversary of Portugal signing the Accession Treaty.