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Euroviews. Using public funds to sway the public is not policy — it’s propaganda
Using the European Commission’s institutional power to target companies or rig the political process isn’t a strategy. It’s abuse. And no amount of NGO window-dressing changes that, Joachim Nikolaus Steinhöfel writes.
European Commission goes on the offensive against NGO accusations
The European Commission on Saturday denied German media reports that it had signed ”secret contracts” with environmental NGOs to promote the bloc’s climate policy.
EU unveils Ocean Pact ahead of UN conference in France
The EU is hoping to position itself as a leader in marine protection ahead of a UN summit on preserving the world's oceans next week.
Hungary delays vote on 'transparency law' until autumn
The "Transparency in Public Life" bill would impose strict regulations on foreign-funded NGOs that are deemed a risk to Hungary's sovereignty.
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Thousands march in Budapest to protest 'transparency bill'
After a series of protests in the Hungarian countryside, Budapest was the scene of a silent protest organised by aHang.
Salvadoran lawyer and Bukele critic Ruth López arrested
Rights group have condemned the move and have expressed concern that the attorney's whereabouts are still not known.
Foreign-funded NGOs in Hungary targeted in draft law
The "Transparency in Public Life" bill would impose strict regulations on foreign-funded NGOs that are deemed a risk to Hungary's sovereignty.
Protests held across Slovakia over NGO legislation
Protesters gathered in Bratislava and cities across Slovakia on Thursday to oppose new legislation they claim could restrict free expression and undermine the work of NGOs.
EU Ombudsman to put EU integrity under spotlight
In an interview with Euronews, newly elected EU Ombudsman Teresa Anjinho explained her priorities for the term, with EU integrity and transparency under spotlight.
European Commission slammed for 'opaque' funding of NGOs
The EU’s audit office has demanded greater transparency over EU funding contracts for non-profit civil society organisations, despite finding no evidence during a year-long probe of any wrongdoing by either NGOs or European Commission officials.
Thousands of Slovaks protest against Russian-style law targeting NGOs
Citizens across Slovakia have been protesting for months over Prime Minister Robert Fico's shift towards Russia and away from the EU.
MEPs reject call to halt funding for environmental NGOs
In a knife edge vote, the European Parliament’s environment committee voted down an objection jointly tabled by the conservative European People’s Party (EPP) against continued funding of civil society campaign groups.
British couple arrested by Taliban to be freed 'as soon as possible'
Peter and Barbie Reynolds, who run education and training programmes in central Afghanistan, were detained by the Taliban earlier this month.
How the Christmas Charity Orchestra changed the Polish medical system
Since its creation, the foundation has raised almost 474 million euro for medical aid.
Use of EU funds to lobby MEPs was ‘inappropriate’, commissioner says
The conservative European People’s Party (EPP) has questioned the use of public funds for campaigns they say run against the EU’s own interests. The Commission says it’s fixed the problem, but some see it as part of a wider attack on environmental campaigners.
Afghanistan's Taliban government to shut down NGOs employing women
The Taliban say they will close all national and foreign non-governmental groups in Afghanistan employing women.