European Parliament (News)

In the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, MEPs call for more EU defence efforts and further steps to cut Europe’s energy dependence on the Kremlin.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Subcommittee on Security and Defence

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Wednesday, 9 March

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MEPs adopted proposals to recognise the crucial role of civil society for democracy, calling for a Commission strategy and common rules across all member states.

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450 employees in Spain who lost their jobs in the car industry when the Nissan production plant in Barcelona closed will receive €2.8 million in EU aid.
Committee on Budgets

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MEPs ask for public policies on culture, media, education and sports to be used to uproot structural racism and promote the EU values of tolerance and inclusion.
Committee on Culture and Education

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As more than two million refugees flee war in Ukraine, mostly towards the EU, member states will have to continue showing solidarity, MEPs said on Tuesday.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs
Subcommittee on Security and Defence

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On International Women’s Day, Ukrainian author Oksana Zabuzhko addressed the European Parliament on the plight of her fellow citizens under attack by Russia.
Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality

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At around 17:30, MEPs will quiz Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson on possible anti-competitive behaviour that may have contributed to the dramatic rise in energy prices.
Committee on Industry, Research and Energy

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Tuesday, 8 March

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President Metsola called on the Russian authorities to free all anti-invasion peaceful protesters unjustly detained, at the opening of the plenary session in Strasbourg.

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A survey has confirmed that the increase in unpaid care work and teleworking has hit women's work-life balance and mental health. Check out our infographics.

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Monday, 7 March

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Ahead of Wednesday’s vote on the final report of Parliament’s Special Committee on Foreign Interference, the rapporteur and chair will hold a press conference.
Special Committee on Foreign Interference in all Democratic Processes in the European Union, including Disinformation

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The European Parliament’s spokesperson will hold a last-minute briefing on the 7-10 March plenary session today at 16.30.

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Amid Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Parliament will vote on a report with recommendations on how to stop dangerous foreign attacks on democracy.

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Ideas on EU in the world and migration, economy, social justice and jobs as well as culture, youth, sport and digital transformation will be assessed on 11-12 March.

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The EU should end so-called golden passports which allow rich people to obtain EU citizenship in exchange for investment. MEPs vote on the proposal during the March plenary.

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European Parliament President Roberta Metsola hosted a meeting with Speakers of the European Union’s National Parliaments and the Speaker of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Ruslan Stefanchuk.

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Members will discuss the situation in Ukraine, vote on recommendations to protect against foreign interference and mark International Women’s Day during March's plenary session.

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Key demands of women for MEPs are tackling human trafficking and sexual exploitation, fighting mental and physical violence against women and addressing the gender pay gap.
Committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality

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