European Union

In the early spring of 2020, Europe became a hotspot of the Covid-19 pandemic that first broke out in China. Most countries responded with restrictions that brought massive changes to people's everyday lives. Commentators in Europe's press recall how Covid - and the countermeasures - changed life and society with effects that are still being felt to this day.

"I am concerned that the lesson we learned in 2022 can be forgotten,” said Germany's outgoing vice-chancellor.

Deforestation is affecting our ecosystem globally. The European Union has legislation in place such as its “Deforestation Regulation” or goals to reduce emissions by 2030 to counter the growing consequences deforestation.

The conversation with Germany's likely next chancellor comes before this week's EU leaders' summit, Euractiv has learned.

Plus, the EU tech sovereignty report rivalling Sarah Knafo & an open letter by 95 tech companies

Trump sees a "good chance" to end the Ukraine war as he plans Tuesday talks with Putin on a ceasefire, while Ukraine backs a 30-day truce and Russia demands neutrality.

In today’s edition of The Capitals, read about Meloni balancing EU and US interests in the “coalition of the willing” summit discussions, the Czech minister urging an EU response following Trump’s cuts to Radio Free Europe, and so much more.

Widespread "No Palm Oil" labels are misleading and overlook Palm Oil’s industry’s efficiency and sustainability measures. Within a EU's food labelling framework flawed and leading consumers to confusion, it is high time for these deceptive claims to be overcome.

A decisive phone call with Keir Starmer paved the way for Meloni’s participation.

The MAGA-supporting party that wants to “make Spain great again” takes a contrary view.

Two trends are to blame: Europe’s “growing renewable capacity and the retirement of coal power plants".

Shannon Airport helps the Emerald Isle punch above its weight.

95 European tech companies and organisations have signed an open letter addressed to the Commission.

Trump's clash with Zelenskyy shows US willing to halt allies' ability to use American-made weapons systems

With of an international aid conference looming in Brussels, Turkey urged the EU to drop its sanctions on the war-torn country.

After Trump moved to pull the plug on Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, the Czech foreign minister hopes the EU can keep the broadcaster 'at least partially' on air.

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