Aachen treaty and Brexit endgame This WEEK
Germany and France are set to reinforce their alliance as the engine-house of European integration, while Britain continues to struggle to leave the EU.
Opinion
Salvini and Kaczynski - the new 'axis' powers?
Populists and Eurosceptics are slowly realising that the goal of dismantling the EU is not only unrealistic, costly and unpopular - but also deprives them of valuable opportunities to accumulate political capital and exert influence.
Polish mayor's funeral marred by Tusk TV dispute
Poland has buried the murdered liberal mayor of Gdansk - but the funeral itself saw more of the same kind of hateful rhetoric that may have led to his murder.
Brexit vote at heart of EU affairs This WEEK
Britain and the EU will find out on Tuesday in London if they are heading for an orderly split or further turbulence.
Romania takes over the EU This WEEK
Romania will officially take over the EU's presidency this week, with commissioners and senior EU officials kicking off the testing next six-month period with meetings in Bucharest.
Fishing quota and no-deal Brexit preparation This WEEK
The last working week before Christmas will see a flurry of ministerial activity in Brussels, with debates on agriculture, fisheries, energy, and environment.
Brexit vote and Merkel's successor top This Week
Europe heads into uncertain territory with France in turmoil, the UK voting on the Brexit deal, and Germany will have a new leader of its largest ruling party. EU leaders will also discuss the eurozone and migration at their summit.
Migrants, Romania, and dirty banks on EU's mind This WEEK
A far-right Austrian minister will chair talks on sending migrants home with EU peers in Brussels, one day after a Romanian circus comes to town.
Brexit climax and Soros in Brussels This WEEK
Brexit talks are set to climax at a special summit in Brussels on Sunday, while George Soros, the US philanthropist demonised by populists, will meet EU officials on Monday.
Brexit dominates EU affairs This WEEK
All eyes on London this week, where May struggles to hold onto power against Brexit rebels, while EU leaders meet in Brussels on Sunday to try to clinch agreement.
Merkel and Brexit in spotlight This WEEK
The now-outgoing German chancellor will outline her vision for Europe in the EU parliament, as political parties gear up for the election next May. Brexit will also dominate, even though talks have yet to yield a breakthrough.
EU elections and Italy's finances are in focus This WEEK
A debate among would-be EPP 'Spizenkandidat' candidates next week in Helsinki will be the first of many clashes of ideas ahead of European elections next May. The liberals are also holding their own congress.
Clock change and Merkel's fortunes top This WEEK
Time will be on the agenda of transport ministers as much of Brussels empties out for Halloween. Meanwhile, Merkel's CDU party is facing a hard test in local elections.
EU votes on Facebook and plastic This WEEK
MEPs gather in Strasbourg for a second plenary in October to discuss plastics, Facebook, and the future of Europe.
Stakeholders' Highlights
- Kyrgyz authorities have to immediately release human rights defender Azimjon Askarov
- Seminar on disability and user involvement
- International appetite for Nordic food policies
- New Nordic Innovation House in Hong Kong
- Nordic Region has chance to become world leader when it comes to start-ups
- Theresa May: “We will not be turning our backs on the Nordic region”
- Open letter to Emmanuel Macron ahead of Uzbek president's visit
- Raising key human rights concerns during visit of Turkmenistan's foreign minister
- State of the Nordic Region presented in Brussels
- The vital bioeconomy. New issue of “Sustainable Growth the Nordic Way” out now
- The Nordic gender effect goes international
- Paula Lehtomaki from Finland elected as the Council's first female Secretary General
Latest News
- May pushes defeated Brexit deal, offers no Plan B
- European Parliament targets 'fake' political groups
- What is fate of non-euro EU states after Brexit?
- Turkish NBA star takes on Erdogan
- 'Meme ban' still on table in EU copyright bill, says MEP
- Brexit power grab by MPs hangs over May's 'Plan B'
- Polish mayor's funeral marred by Tusk TV dispute
- Salvini and Kaczynski - the new 'axis' powers?
Brexit and sanctions at EU summit This WEEK
EU leaders hope to clinch a UK exit deal at this week's summit. Migrants, chemical weapons, and fish quotas also on this week's agenda.
Brexit, Bono and Bavaria top This WEEK
Crunch time in Brexit talks dominate the EU's agenda as a withdrawal agreement between the EU and the UK could be within reach - after months of lack of progress in negotiations. Plus, Bono's in Brussels.
Turkey and money dominate this week
MEPs in Strasbourg this week will vote on a law to cut carbon dioxide emissions for new cars and punish Turkey for its rule-of-law crackdown. Meanwhile, ministers in Luxembourg will be discussing euro-area reforms.
Brexit and MEPs expenses in the spotlight This WEEK
The EU will be watching closely how the political dynamics of Theresa May's Conservative party conference starting next week will influence Brexit negotiations. MEPs might also be forced to release their office expenses.
Orban and Brexit dominate EU summit next week
Hungarian provocateur Viktor Orban will face down EU leaders at a summit in Austria on migration, while Britain's Theresa May will defend her Brexit plan.
Juncker speech and Hungary in spotlight This WEEK
The European Parliament will kick off the EU political season, ahead of the European elections next May, with EU Commission president outlining new migration initiatives. MEPs will also vote on the state of Hungary's democracy.
EU's Kosovo-Serbia talks restart This WEEK
Resumption of Kosovo-Serbia talks, with a controversial deal in the air, marks the return to work of EU institutions after the summer break this week.
Juncker White House trip trumps the agenda This WEEK
"Improving transatlantic trade and forging a stronger economic partnership" will be the focus of discussions in the White House. In Brussels, migration will be back on the table.
Trump, trade, and Brexit in EU headlines This WEEK
Donald Trump's meeting with Vladimir Putin, global trade, and Brexit will dominate the EU agenda this week, as well as a major EU-China summit in Beijing.
Trump rides back in to Europe This WEEK
Trump is back in the EU, amid fresh doubt on Nato and Russia, while the immigration crisis and Brexit dominate internal European affairs.
Poland's rule of law centre of attention This WEEK
Polish prime minister Mateusz Morawiecki will appear in the European Parliament to give his vision on the future of Europe, but will also face questions about a controversial judicial reform.
Migration row at centre of EU summit This Week
EU leaders will try to tackle key migration issues and help save Merkel from a full-blown government crisis at one and half EU summits this week.
Greece and Merkel's fate top This WEEK
Eurozone ministers are expected to give the green light to the final disbursement of aid to Greece and agree on measures to help with its debt burden. Meanwhile, the government in Berlin is shaken by Bavarian rebels over migration.
Dutch debate on EU agenda This WEEK
Dutch prime minister Mark Rutte will debate the future of the EU with MEPs and with European Commission president Jean-Claude Juncker in Strasburg on Wednesday.
New governments in Spain and Italy This Week
MIgration will be back in the EU limelight as interior ministers discuss the latest proposals on asylum. Italy's new minister is a fan of Orban and has vowed mass deportations.
Budget and Bettel on the EU's agenda This Week
MEPs will have their first chance to discuss the EU Commission's plans for the next long-term EU budget in Strasbourg. At the same time, a court case in Luxembourg may shake up the 'rule of law' debate.
Stakeholders' Highlights
- Nordic design sets the stage at COP24, running a competition for sustainable chairs
- In Kenya, a motorway funded by the European Investment Bank runs over roadside dwellers
- Company Law Package: Making the Best of Digital and Cross Border Mobility,
- Civil Society Worried About Shortcomings in EU-Kyrgyzstan Human Rights Dialogue
- The European Soft Drinks Industry Supports over 1.7 Million Jobs
- Jointly Building Belt and Road Initiative Leads to a Better Future for All
- Civil society asks PACE to appoint Rapporteur to probe issue of political prisoners in Azerbaijan
- Social Mobility – How Can We Increase Opportunities Through Training and Education?
- Energy Solutions for a Greener Tomorrow
- What Kind of Europe Do Children Want? Unicef & Eurochild Launch Survey on the Europe Kids Want
- Nordic Countries Take a Stand for Climate-Smart Energy Solutions
- China: Work Together for a Better Globalisation
Stakeholders' Highlights
- Nordics Could Be First Carbon-Negative Region in World
- Life Is Possible for Patients with Severe Asthma
- Common-Sense Approach Needed for EU Energy Reform
- Nordic Region to Lead in Developing and Rolling Out 5G Network
- China-EU Economic and Trade Relations Enjoy a Bright Future
- Empowering Businesses to Engage with Sustainable Finance and the SDGs
- Cooperation in Nordic Electricity Market Considered World Class Model
- Green Stadiums at the 2018 Fifa World Cup
- China and EU Work Together to Promote Sustainable Development
- European Ombudsman Requests More Lending Transparency from European Investment Bank
- Recycling at the FIFA World Cup in Russia
- European Parliament takes incoherent steps on climate in future EU investments