External relations - European Parliament

Press release - EU defence: deal on joint procurement of defence products

Wed, 28 Jun 2023 07:02:07 GMT

On Tuesday evening, Parliament and Council reached a deal on new rules to incentivise EU countries to jointly procure defence products and support the EU’s defence industry.
Committee on Industry, Research and Energy
Subcommittee on Security and Defence

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Press release - ACP-EU: Climate, UN Security Council representation and humanitarian issues

Tue, 20 Jun 2023 08:20:50 GMT

From June 24 to June 28, MEPs and parliamentarians from 78 African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries will meet in Brussels.

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Press release - Human rights breaches by Russia, in Sudan and in Hong Kong

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 11:06:46 GMT

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted three resolutions on the respect for human rights by Russia, in Sudan and in Hong Kong.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Subcommittee on Human Rights

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Press release - Parliament calls on NATO to invite Ukraine to join the alliance

Thu, 15 Jun 2023 10:54:25 GMT

MEPs call on NATO allies to honour their commitment to Ukraine and pave the way for Kyiv to be invited to join the defence alliance.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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Press release - Foreign Interference: MEPs call for urgent protection of 2024 European elections

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 10:41:40 GMT

Parliament calls for a coordinated strategy to increase the EU’s resilience to foreign interference and information manipulation and protect the 2024 European elections .
Special Committee on foreign interference in all democratic processes in the European Union, including disinformation, and the strengthening of integrity, transparency and accountability in the European Parliament

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Press release - Foreign interference and fight against corruption: press conference after vote

Wed, 31 May 2023 15:07:47 GMT

On Thursday at 12.30, lead MEPs on the Committee on Foreign Interference will brief journalists on the outcome of two reports on how to counter meddling in democratic processes.
Special Committee on foreign interference in all democratic processes in the European Union, including disinformation, and the strengthening of integrity, transparency and accountability in the European Parliament

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Press release - Human rights breaches in Algeria, Belarus and Myanmar

Thu, 11 May 2023 13:10:41 GMT

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted three resolutions on the respect for human rights in Algeria, Belarus and Myanmar.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Subcommittee on Human Rights

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Press release - MEPs call on Kosovo and Serbia to normalise relations

Wed, 10 May 2023 13:27:23 GMT

Parliament stresses normalising relations between Belgrade and Pristina is a priority and a precondition for the EU accession of both countries.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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Press release - MEPs renew trade support measures for Ukraine

Tue, 09 May 2023 11:43:11 GMT

Parliament gave its green light to suspending EU import duties on Ukrainian exports of agricultural products for another year to support the country’s economy.
Committee on International Trade

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Press release - MEPs approve €145 million in additional assistance to Moldova

Tue, 09 May 2023 11:40:11 GMT

On Tuesday Parliament voted to top up macro-financial aid for Moldova by up to €145 million to help the country cover part of its funding needs in 2023.
Committee on International Trade

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Press release - MEPs renew suspension of EU import duties on Ukrainian exports

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 08:44:36 GMT

The International Trade Committee gave its green light on Thursday for another one-year suspension of EU import duties on Ukrainian exports to support the country’s economy.
Committee on International Trade

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Press release - MEPs pledge €1 billion for joint procurement of defence products

Thu, 27 Apr 2023 08:28:39 GMT

The scheme adopted on Tuesday aims to incentivise the joint procurement of defence products and strengthen the European Defence Union.
Subcommittee on Security and Defence

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Press release - MEPs strongly condemn anti-LGBTIQ Bill in Uganda

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 11:59:24 GMT

MEPs denounce Uganda’s anti-LGBTIQ Bill and call for the universal decriminalisation of homosexuality and transgender identity.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Subcommittee on Human Rights

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Press release - Human rights breaches in Russia, Afghanistan and Nigeria

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 10:34:27 GMT

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted three resolutions on the respect for human rights in Russia, Afghanistan and Nigeria.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Subcommittee on Human Rights

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Press release - Parliament reaffirms its commitment to Moldova’s EU membership

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 12:19:13 GMT

In a resolution adopted on Wednesday, MEPs say EU membership for Moldova would be a geostrategic investment in a united and strong Europe.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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Press release - MEPs call for clarity and unity in policy on China

Tue, 18 Apr 2023 11:03:06 GMT

Against the backdrop of China’s continued rise as a political and economic powerhouse on the world stage, MEPs discussed the need for a coherent strategy on the superpower.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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Press release - First Inter-Committee Meeting between Parliament and the Verkhovna Rada

Tue, 11 Apr 2023 17:03:02 GMT

On Wednesday at 11.00 CEST, MEPs and Ukrainian parliamentarians will gather to exchange views on the nature and challenges of Ukraine’s EU accession process.

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Press release - Anti-coercion: political breakthrough on principles for new trade tool to protect EU from economic blackmail

Tue, 28 Mar 2023 09:03:58 GMT

MEPs and Council negotiators agree on setting up a new tool to safeguard the EU’s interests and respond to countries seeking to coerce the Union or member states.
Committee on International Trade

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Press release - Human rights breaches in Iran, Tunisia and Cambodia

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 12:03:53 GMT

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted three resolutions on the respect for human rights in Iran, Tunisia and Cambodia.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Subcommittee on Human Rights

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Press release - Parliament slams repression and show trials in Belarus

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 12:33:20 GMT

MEPs are alarmed about the ongoing crackdown in Belarus, including the jailing of Nobel laureates and journalists, and call for further sanctions against the country.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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Press release - Strategic Compass: Rapid deployment capacity to protect EU citizens, interests and values

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 11:13:17 GMT

The Foreign Affairs Committee adopted on Thursday a series of proposals on the new European Rapid Deployment Capability, to be deployed in the event of a crisis.
Subcommittee on Security and Defence

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Press release - Provide Ukraine with military aid for as long as necessary, MEPs say

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 11:57:44 GMT

MEPs call for serious consideration to be given to delivering fighter jets, helicopters, appropriate missile systems and a substantial increase in munitions to Ukraine.
Committee on Foreign Affairs

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Press release - Human rights breaches in Russia, Equatorial Guinea and Eswatini

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 11:36:49 GMT

On Thursday, the European Parliament adopted three resolutions on the respect for human rights in Russia, Equatorial Guinea and Eswatini.
Committee on Foreign Affairs
Subcommittee on Human Rights

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Press release - Special committee on foreign interference to deal with corruption allegations

Tue, 14 Feb 2023 12:08:57 GMT

Following revelations of alleged foreign interference and the ongoing investigations into corruption in the Parliament, the special committee will get new tasks.
Special Committee on foreign interference in all democratic processes in the European Union, including disinformation (INGE 2)

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Press release - 10th Euronest Assembly: impact of the war in Ukraine on the Eastern Partnership

Mon, 13 Feb 2023 17:13:04 GMT

The war in Ukraine and other geopolitical challenges are set to feature prominently on the agenda of the 10th session of the joint parliamentary assembly.

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