European Parliament (News)

On Friday, Parliament adopted its position on the future EU Farm policy and for the upcoming talks with EU ministers.
Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development

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MEPs call on the EU to recognise the pivotal role women play in foreign policy and international security and to adapt its policy accordingly.
Committee on Women's Rights and Gender Equality

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At the initiative of the Women’s Rights Committee, the European Parliament is holding its first ever European Gender Equality Week from 26 to 29 October.
Committee on Women's Rights and Gender Equality

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Friday, 23 October

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Parliament calls on the Commission to put forward rules to stop EU-driven global deforestation through mandatory due diligence for companies placing products on the EU market.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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Protecting and sustainably managing forests is critical to fighting the climate crisis. Find out what measures the European Parliament is calling for.

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EU citizenship cannot be traded as a commodity, according to a majority of speakers, who want to end the “golden passports” schemes currently in place in some member states.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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The democratic opposition in Belarus has been awarded the 2020 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Committee on Development
Subcommittee on Human Rights

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MEPs called for the digital gap in Europe to be closed, as the pandemic exacerbated inequalities in the EU, making it difficult for many to access school education.
Committee on Culture and Education

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MEPs call on the European Commission to take the measures foreseen in EU legislation to guarantee full visa reciprocity between the EU and the US.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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Thursday, 22 October

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Parliament says negotiations on the EU-Belarus Partnership Priorities must be suspended until new, free and fair presidential elections can be organised.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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In a debate on 21 October, MEPs stressed the need to reach an agreement on EU-UK future relations that does not compromise EU interests and values.

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Parliament discussed the outcome of last week’s EU summit with European Council President Michel, Commission Vice-President Šefčovič and EU Brexit chief negotiator Barnier.

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Find out how MEPs are shaping EU artificial intelligence legislation in order to boost innovation while ensuring safety and protecting civil liberties.

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Wednesday, 21 October

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Police violence is unacceptable and should always be investigated, said MEPs in a debate on Tuesday, calling for more transparency and scrutiny in law enforcement.
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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On Tuesday, MEPs adopted proposals on how the EU can best regulate Artificial Intelligence (AI) in order to boost innovation, ethical standards and trust in technology.
Committee on Legal Affairs

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Parliament calls for future-proof rules on digital services, including online platforms and marketplaces, and for a binding mechanism to tackle illegal content online.
Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection
Committee on Legal Affairs
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs

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When: Wednesday 21 October at 15:00 - Where: Anna Politkovskaya pressroom and questions via Skype

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