In a recent resolution, the European Parliament highlighted the strategic importance of Central Asia for the European Union, emphasizing the region's significance in terms of security, connectivity, energy diversification, and the defense of the international rules-based order. This move reflects the EU's intention to integrate Central Asia into the Western sphere while diminishing the influence … Continue reading Navigating the EU Strategy on Central Asia: A Delicate Balancing Act

The European Parliament's groundbreaking regulation on Artificial Intelligence (AI), set for adoption at today's plenary vote, marks a significant milestone in the ongoing dialogue surrounding the ethical and practical implications of AI integration. The widespread integration of AI into everyday life has spurred both intrigue and apprehension regarding its impact on ethics, data privacy, and … Continue reading European Parliament Announces Groundbreaking Regulation on Artificial Intelligence

The European Green Deal, hailed as the EU’s flagship policy to address climate change and environmental degradation, has raised significant concerns within various sectors of the European economy. While the Green Deal aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and serve as a strategic response to the COVID-19 pandemic, criticisms and challenges have surfaced … Continue reading The Impact of the European Green Deal: A Closer Look

In a recent plenary debate on the forthcoming Council meeting scheduled for 21-22 March, the ECR Group emphasized the need for bolstering the EU’s defense capabilities. Beata Szydło, ECR Vice-President, highlighted the importance of not only a competitive defense industry but also a pragmatic industrial and agricultural policy to ensure resilient societies during times of … Continue reading Strengthening Europe’s Defense Capabilities and Resilience

Last night, the European Parliament and the EU Council achieved a significant milestone with their agreement on the revised "Breakfast Directives", aimed at providing clearer labelling for honey, fruit juices, and jam to European consumers. A major triumph of the S&D Group in these negotiations is the establishment of a traceability system in the honey … Continue reading European Parliament and EU Council Reach Agreement on Revised “Breakfast Directives”

Washington, D.C. hosted the fifth meeting of the EU-US Trade and Technology Council (TTC), where ministers convened to review the progress and set new priorities for transatlantic collaboration. Co-chaired by European Commission Executive Vice-Presidents Margrethe Vestager and Valdis Dombrovskis, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, and US Trade Representative … Continue reading Advancing Transatlantic Trade and Technology: Insights from the EU-US Trade and Technology Council Meeting

The European External Action Service (EEAS) stands as a pivotal player in the implementation of the EU's foreign and security policy. Recently, the European Court of Auditors released a report assessing the effectiveness of its coordination efforts with EU institutions and delegations worldwide. The findings highlight a largely effective process, yet also underscore key areas … Continue reading The European External Action Service – Navigating Coordination and Challenges

As the situation in the Middle East remains volatile, the attention of the European Union has turned towards finding viable solutions to the conflicts, particularly the war in Gaza. The EU Foreign Ministers recently convened in Brussels to engage in discussions and exchanges with key stakeholders from the region. The meeting commenced with an informal … Continue reading European Union Foreign Ministers Discuss Peace Solutions in the Middle East

European Commodity Clearing (ECC) has announced its plans to launch clearing services in the power intraday continuous and day ahead markets in Slovenia by April 2024. This initiative, contingent on regulatory approval, will be conducted in collaboration with the local exchange, BSP Energy Exchange LLC (BSP). This expansion will further bolster ECC’s position, as it … Continue reading European Commodity Clearing Expands Clearing Services in Slovenia