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Tue, 02/01/2022 - 14:30
Join this EURACTIV – GIGAEurope Digital Debate to discuss how policymakers can support SMEs to maintain their economic resilience post-pandemic.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 14:19
A White House cyber security official will meet European counterparts this week to discuss the threat of cyber attacks against Ukraine by Russia, the White House said.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 14:03
The company in charge of building the Greece-Bulgaria gas interconnector hailed the decision on developing an LNG terminal off the Greek city of Alexandroupolis as a major chance for increasing the capacity of the gas link between the two countries.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 14:02
As long as engagement and presenting a united European front is still possible on the Ukraine crisis, there remains an opportunity to give peace a chance, writes Charles Tannock.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 13:09
Global pandemics aren’t the only threat to airlines’ bottom lines. Climate-concerned lawmakers are increasingly looking to extract a pound of flesh on behalf of Mother Nature.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 12:14
The European Commission could adopt a text within the next two weeks to link environmental and human impacts to companies' distribution of bonuses. EURACTIV France reports.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 12:07
The EU Sustainable Products Initiative, set to be adopted on 30 March, will draw inspiration from the successful Eco-design Directive and lessons learnt from the Batteries Regulation presented one year ago.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 12:00
László Andor is the Secretary General of the Foundation for European Progressive Studies (FEPS) and former EU Commissioner for Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion. The Covid-19 pandemic caught Europe when the reconstruction needed after the previous great crisis was not...
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 11:53
The European Union has agreed to impose travel bans and asset freezes on five members of Mali's junta after the military rulers went back on an agreement to organise elections in February, three diplomats said.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 11:52
As part of its circular economy action plan presented in 2020, the European Commission is preparing a new sweeping set of rules which for the first time will aim to ensure all products placed on the EU market are designed with sustainability objectives in mind.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 10:39
The amendment to Germany's Network Enforcement Act known as NetzDG on combatting hate speech online comes into force on Tuesday (1 February) but some of the largest online platforms refuse to cooperate. EURACTIV Germany reports.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 08:12
A senior US official said Monday (31 January) that time was running out for nuclear negotiations with Iran and urged Tehran to agree to direct talks to help forge a deal.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 07:57
The European Union’s efforts to phase out polluting coal power was stopped in its tracks by the surge in gas prices, according to a new analysis of 2021 electricity market data by the financial think-tank Ember.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 07:56
The United States and Britain are prepared to punish Russian elites close to President Vladimir Putin with asset freezes and travel bans if Russia enters Ukraine, Washington and London said as tensions also spilled over at the United Nations.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 07:49
Illicit trade in counterfeit goods remains a significant issue in EU trade and is most prevalent in product categories that show a large discrepancy between production costs and consumer prices. This can include watches, fake luxury handbags, and even fake COVID vaccines.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 07:46
A special report on changes in the illicit trade of counterfeit products brought about by the pandemic and technological change.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 07:39
European Commission Vice President Valdis Dombrovskis said on a visit to Kyiv that the certification of the Russia-designed Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline has been put on hold to make sure it would not be used as a weapon.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 07:35
In today's edition of the Capitals, find out more about Danish pig farmers opposing a call for EU support measures, Poland promising it will deliver ammunition to Ukraine, and so much more.
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 07:18
The number of Albanians applying for asylum in Europe fell in October and November, but significantly increased over 11 months of 2021. As per data published by the European Union Asylum Agency, 1121 asylum applications were lodged by Albanians in...
Tue, 02/01/2022 - 07:14
The share of renewable energy sources in North Macedonia’s electricity production is expected to reach 46% by 2025, according to the new three-year Economic Reform Programme aimed at implementing several environmental reforms from 2022-2024, presented by the finance ministry. The...
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