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16th Apr 2024

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Study: Counterfeit medicine is a 'growing threat' in EU

Counterfeit medicine is a "growing threat" in Europe, causing serious illness or death and costing the pharmaceutical industry more than €10bn every year, a study published Wednesday by Europol and its intellectual property office found. Professional gangs are producing pharmaceuticals in unhygienic clandestine laboratories by unqualified workers, which can be toxic. Gangs are also repackaging illegal medicines, while there is a boost in online marketplaces, AFP reported.

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EU puts Sudan war and famine-risk back in spotlight

The EU is hoping to put the international spotlight back on Sudan amid a war where half the population is at risk of famine. And Josep Borrell, EU foreign policy chief, also warned of Russia's presence in the country.

Opinion

Private fears of fairtrade activist for EU election campaign

I am not sleeping well, tossing and turning at night because I am obsessed about the EU election campaign, worried by geopolitical tensions, a far-right next parliament, and a backlash against the Green Deal, writes Sophie Aujean of Fairtrade International.

Agenda

EU special summit, MEPs prep work, social agenda This WEEK

EU leaders gather in Brussels for a special two-day summit this week, while MEPs will prepare for the last plenary session of the legislature. In Italy, G7 foreign affairs ministers will convene from Wednesday to Friday.

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