Paula Soler
Markets
Decoding the digital euro: A potential new means of payment
The European Central Bank (ECB) is working on the preparatory phase of the digital euro to make it as close to cash as possible in terms of privacy, safety, and accessibility — yet stakeholders remain concerned about its design and necessity.
Europe
'MeToo' movement stirs few changes in European Parliament’s groups
In 2018, parliament staff kicked off their own ‘MeToo’ movement to fight harassment, sexism, and abuse in the workplace. However, despite the increase in visibility, Euronews research shows that only one of seven political groups has reinforced internal protocols for the next term.
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Europe News
Hayer heading off ALDE challenge for EU liberals leadership
ALDE, the largest of the three political forces that make up the centrist Renew Europe, has been eyeing the French leadership of the grouping since the June election result - and now has a name in mind for the role: MEP João Cotrim de Figueiredo.
Europe
Defence commissioner role needs industrial policy focus - analysts
The puzzle of who will get the EU's next top jobs is still unfolding, as is the reshuffling of portfolios for the coming mandate, which could include a European defence commissioner - but what powers could this figure get? Could it clash with the foreign policy chief?
Europe News
Election aftermath - MEPs to watch on economic and financial policy
The European Parliament is establishing new political groups and leadership, with the first constituent plenary session on 16-19 July - Euronews has earmarked MEPs likely to shape economic and finance policy in the new assembly.
Europe News
Where are the EU parties election partying — or commiserating?
From the quiet elegance of the Brussels' Stanhope Hotel to the buzzing energy of Berlin's Columbiahalle, here's a look at where political families from right to left plan on celebrating — or crying into their empty glasses — tonight.
Space
How can Europe fund its space ambitions?
Europe is lagging behind in the space economy, and member states are calling for more public and private investment to remain competitive with global players - but challenges remain for the next Commission mandate and the sector first needs a new strategy to attract investors.
Space
Key Commission space law proposal expected in weeks
First awaited in April, the so-called 'EU space law', one of Commission president Ursula von der Leyen's priorities for 2024, will be proposed "in the coming weeks", a senior EU official told reporters during a space ministerial meeting on Thursday (23 May).
Belgium
EU elections debate: Von der Leyen doubles down on deal with Meloni
EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen clarified her intentions to cooperate with Giorgia Meloni's Fratelli d'Italia in a live debate in the Parliament, haunted by the ghosts of the far-right parties that did not participate for lack of a top candidate for the June elections.
Space
Space cargo contracts offer ESA chance of relaunch, says astronaut
Faced with fierce competition in space from the US, China and India, Europe is stepping up its efforts to secure a place in the emerging space economy by boosting the development of its own space capabilities - but how, when and by what means?
Economy
Minimum pay schemes freezing out Europe’s youth, says report
Young people face potential exclusion "by design" from access to minimum income schemes, says a new report, despite the latest available data showing that nearly one in five people aged 16 to 29 in the EU are at risk of poverty or social exclusion.
Economy
How Europe's most vulnerable are hindered from opening bank accounts
A report by Finance Watch shows that despite EU legislation, vulnerable consumers in the bloc don't have easy access to a basic bank account. In the midst of a cost-of-living crisis, the non-profit organisation believes a review of the rules is more necessary than ever to make them work for all.
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