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6 things you should know about von der Leyen's SME envoy scandal

The controversial hire of an MEP from EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s own party to a lucrative official post has drawn backlash from lawmakers, activists and her own lieutenants.

Business

TotalEnergies return to Africa would rock CSDDD, claim NGOs

French fossil fuel giant is under scrutiny for its operations in a region dominated by conflict and violence.

Green News

Can Single European Sky slash aviation emissions by 10%?

Air traffic management measures can play a key role in decreasing emissions but the uptake of sustainable aviation fuels and a clear airspace design between civil and military space is crucial, according to aviation experts.

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Octopus cannibalism among fears for pioneer cephalopod farm

NGOs are uniting against a pioneering octopus farm citing fears of cruelty including risk of cannibalism, while a forthcoming revision of animal welfare rules may see the European Commission plunge into the debate.

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Tech News

China's shadow loomed over sixth EU-US Trade and Technology Counci

US and EU officials convened last week (4-5 April) for the sixth Trade and Technology Council (TTC) in Leuven to revive post-Trump era discussions. Tightening Sino-Russian relations, unresolved disputes, and potential return of the Republican to the White House cast a shadow over proceedings.

Green News

MEPs support exit from Energy Charter Treaty

In a decisive committee vote, MEPs have supported the European Union's exit from the Energy Charter Treaty over concerns its global investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS) system has been weaponised to sue governments over climate policy.

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EU to probe Chinese wind turbine subsidies

The European Commission has announced an inquiry into suspected illegal subsides for Chinese wind turbine producers, amid fears the domestic industry could be decimated by cheap imports.

Tech News

G7 need tech trust tests to counter China, Vestager says

Tech criteria can include environmental footprint, labour rights, cybersecurity and data security, and should be objective and independent.

Europe News

Commissioner mutiny grows over von der Leyen's controversial hire

Four senior lieutenants aren't happy on hearing that fellow CDU member Markus Pieper starts his taxpayer-funded duties next week

Tech News

Germany, Italy among countries against green light of telco update

The future of digital policy conclusions address the incoming European Commission.

Europe News

Abramovich re-appeals EU sanctions

The Russian oligarch and ex-Chelsea FC owner saw funds frozen for his apparent ties to Putin.

Europe News

Packed mini-plenary edition, Newsletter

Packed mini-plenary edition This week's key events presented by senior energy and environment correspondent Robert Hodgson

Green News

Did Commission's Green Deal fulfil expectations?

The Green Deal shaped Ursula von der Leyen's mandate in hopes of establishing the bloc as a pioneer in the fight against climate change. With the European Commission President's mandate drawing to a close, what were the main green achievements and which laws were held back by MEPs?

Europe News

Exclusive: Von der Leyen cronyism row intensifies with NGO call

NGOs join lawmakers and senior commission officials in questioning the decision to hand a lucrative official role to a political ally.

Green News

Cycling Declaration hailed as ‘historic’ moment for Europe

Although it carries no legal force, cycling advocates have greeted an undertaking by governments and MEPs to make Europe a more bike friendly place as an important recognition of the health and environmental benefits and a milestone in EU transport policy.

Health news

Agency chief seeks help from pharma industry with medicines shortages

Greater transparency between regulators and manufacturers can foster a better understanding of supply chain vulnerabilities and reduce risks of drug shortages, European Medicines Agency (EMA) Executive Director Emer Cooke told Euronews in an interview.

Tech News

Cyber certification fix sought by mid-April over sovereignty issue

The new draft text builds on suggestions put forward by Belgium.

Health news

What personal info may be shared by Europe's new Health Data Space?

A new European Health Data Space opens access to personal health data to non-medical third parties, raising new privacy challenges.

Europe News

Exclusive: Commission vanguard turn on von der Leyen envoy pick

The controversial decision to hire Germany’s Markus Pieper may need a second look, fellow Commissioners suggest.

Europe News

Exclusive: Lawmakers to call for head of von der Leyen SME envoy

A draft seen by Euronews accuses Ursula von der Leyen of political favouritism in selecting Markus Pieper, from her own party, for the lucrative official post.