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The proposal outlines five mechanisms to secure the €800 billion over the coming years.

Held 100 days after the inauguration of the new European Commission and following the publication of the Clean Industrial Deal, the Competitiveness & Security Business Summit 2025 (CSBS’25) provides a timely platform for high-level discussions on the future of European economy.

Pet ownership in the European Union is on the rise, with 50% of households owning at least one pet. This trend has significant sociological and economic implications, reinforcing the importance of the human-animal bond, enhancing people's well-being and fueling innovation in veterinary medicine. Policy initiatives supporting a pet-friendly world are crucial. The upcoming Companion Animal Stakeholder Summit will explore initiatives and inclusive policies that foster the human-animal bond and integrate these benefits into society, supporting accessible, responsible pet ownership for all.

In today’s edition of The Capitals, read about France debating whether supermarkets should maintain a minimum 10% margin on food, Draghi warning that Europe’s security is in trouble, Bulgaria risking the loss of €2.5 bn from the EU Social Climate Fund, and so much more.

Civil society warns that the country is late in preparing its national social climate plan.

And the Dutch parliament has voted to reduce dependence on US tech.

The law will allow the distribution of nearly 6,000 unaccompanied immigrant minors in Spain's 17 regions.

"We cannot give the same benefits to those who innovate and produce outside Europe as we give to those who really innovate in Europe," says Nicolás González Casares.

"If we don’t step up, others will step in," President of the European Parliament Roberta Metsola said at Euractiv's flagship event Redux on Tuesday.

One decision by the Chinese Communist Party, with its deep ties to Huawei, could cripple Germany's economy, triggering a widespread disruption across the entire EU.

Kobosko attacked Knafo's report for being "much more focused on praising US Trump's administration and critising the EU than suggesting concrete measures on EU tech sovereignty."

The US and Russia have agreed to a ceasefire on Russia-Ukraine energy infrastructure, with further negotiations set to begin immediately, according to the White House, though Russia has not accepted the US-proposed 30-day truce despite Ukraine's willingness.

Spending plans should focus on filling expected EU shortfall of 1.2 million healthcare professionals, committee MEPs urge

At a European Parliament event to promote Tony Blair's latest book, EU lawmakers fawned over Britain's former prime minister.

For conservative Friedrich Merz, the vote was a first stress test before his potential chancellorship has even started.

A proposal for permanent trade liberalisation with Ukraine would divide agricultural products into three categories, depending on how 'sensitive' they are to the EU market.

A new law on French farmers' incomes, dubbed EGALIM 4, is due to be presented in the spring.

Insufficient screening, very low age limits, and problematic diagnosis continue to disproportionately affect patients with rare conditions in Bulgaria.

European forests are under threat. Even though it is one of the most forested regions in the world, Europe’s forests face major challenges and remain at continuous risk. This Special Report takes a closer look.

Adaptive mechanisms in Mediterranean vegetation, such as deep rooting systems, have helped mitigate some impacts. But it’s far from enough. High risks remain.