Italian ports left alone to handle EU migrants

6. Jul, 15:53

EU countries have declined to help Italy by opening their ports to migrants, but aim to expel more people and impose “rules” on NGO rescues.

'USB condoms' and migration on Estonia's EU agenda

27. Jun, 18:10

Baltic nation of 1.3 million inhabitants plans to use its EU presidency to showcase its status as a digital frontrunner.

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Investigation

Fines on open internet vary greatly in EU

4. Jul, 15:30

The fine for violating the EU principle of net neutrality is €9,600 in Estonia, while it can be up to €1 million in Bulgaria, Luxembourg, and Belgium.

Estonia picks Luxembourg for 'ultimate backup'

30. Jun, 18:01

Estonia calls the out-of-border backup, which will include copies of its citizens' health data, population data, and business registries, a data embassy.

Build trust before you introduce e-voting, says Estonian president

30. Jun, 08:34

President Kersti Kaljulaid said countries should start small with digital changes in society: "I would never advise using e-voting as the first digital service".

Estonia wants e-residents to pump money into its economy

3. Jul, 15:57

Estonia's e-residency programme is attracting attention from Ukraine and Russia, and provides an option for British businesses who want to remain active in the EU post-Brexit.

Estonians treat Juncker and Tusk to 'noisy' heavy metal act

30. Jun, 10:55

The official opening of the EU presidency takes a surprising twist.

Eric Maurice

The no-tie meetings where EU ministers think ahead

Informal meetings of EU ministers are an opportunity to discuss long-term issues in a relaxed atmosphere. But they tend to get more like normal Brussels business.

Offshore leaks fail to harm Maltese PM

6. Jun, 09:26

Maltese leader Muscat was sworn in for five more years on Monday despite “aggressive” revelations about offshore firms.

Maltese election to test faith in ruling party

2. Jun, 17:13

Corruption allegations could still sink the Maltese government in elections on Saturday that take place in a "tribal" atmosphere.

Feature

Malta unable to solve EU organic conundrum

30. May, 17:04

Complexities in the organic sector in the country holding the EU presidency illustrate difficulties of agreeing new rules at EU level.

Opinion

Cyber threats are inevitable, paralysing impact is not

24. May, 13:36

Following the recent devastating WannaCry cyberattack, which affected over 200,000 people globally, there needs to be a joint effort to ensure Europe's systems are secure.

Malta chairs 'awkward' EU talks on tax dodging

23. May, 17:58

Maltese finance minister Scicluna claimed there were "no offshore companies in the EU", rejecting what he called media "lynching" of his country on tax dodging.

Malta surprised by sudden interest in its tax regime

22. May, 07:41

The smallest EU nation has come under extra public scrutiny because of leaked documents dubbed "the Malta Files".

Lack of solidarity dogs EU asylum reform

19. May, 09:28

Malta's latest ideas on solidarity in the Dublin asylum reforms failed to convince fellow EU states at Thursday's meeting.

Malta PM calls snap election over offshore scandal

2. May, 09:29

Joseph Muscat said he would resign if an inquiry links him or his wife to an offshore firm in Panama.

The heated life of Malta's politics

10. Apr, 14:25

While the smallest EU state has been commended in Brussels for its smooth presidency of the Council, domestic politics are characterised by heated polarisation with accusations and insults often being traded.

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Smiles and frowns in Slovak EU logo

The Slovak EU presidency logo contains a smily emoji. But its 23 year-old designer made other faces in case things go wrong.

Thirteen states join EU prosecutor's office

29. Mar, 09:17

Justice ministers from 13 EU member states have confirmed they will take part in the European Public Prosecutor's Office with another three set to join in the next few days.

Interview

Malta's fight against childhood obesity

27. Mar, 15:23

Despite ambitious plans and a top political priority to fight childhood obesity, Malta has only managed to halt the rise of obese and overweight children.

EU backs setting up prosecutor's office

10. Mar, 09:07

Heads of state and government have agreed to allow a core group of EU states to set up a European Public Prosecutor Office to probe VAT fraud and crimes against the EU budget.

EU leaders discuss Libya migrant plans

9. Mar, 16:25

A letter by Maltese prime minister Joseph Muscat, which will be discussed at the EU summit, provides an overview of plans to keep migrants in Libya.

EU looking for ways to manage southern 'ring of fire'

3. Mar, 12:45

A recent conference highlighted the opportunities and challenges the EU faces in its neighbourhood south of the Mediterranean.

Maltese PM hails pope, calls for multispeed EU

27. Feb, 18:33

Malta's prime minister Joseph Muscat said that Pope Francis has "the skills and vision" to inspire the EU and that some EU countries should integrate more to be able to act.