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Deal on patent rules exception to ensure the supply of critical products
European Parliament and EU government negotiators reached an agreement on new legislation ensuring availability of crisis-relevant products, such as vaccines or chips, during emergencies. According to the new bill, the…
President Metsola calls to “re-launch Europe as a global power”
In a keynote speech at the event “Europe at the crossroads” on Tuesday, Parliament President Metsola outlined her vision for a smarter, stronger and safer Europe. The President argued that…
MEPs call for bolder EU action on water resilience
Parliament adopted its recommendations for the European Water Resilience Strategy, expected from the Commission before summer 2025. In their report, adopted with 470 votes in favour, 81 against and 92…
9th May is Europe Day – here’s what’s on in Malta and Gozo
Europe Day, celebrated annually on the 9th May, marks the anniversary of the Schuman Declaration, a vision for peace and unity in post-war Europe. The European Parliament Office in Malta…
Border security: MEPs endorse gradual roll-out of Entry-Exit System
The Civil Liberties Committee endorsed plans to gradually roll out the Entry-Exit System (EES) at the EU’s external borders. Civil Liberties Committee MEPs adopted a draft position on the proposed…
Toy safety: deal on new measures to protect children’s health
Parliament and Council negotiators reached a provisional agreement on new EU toy safety rules to enhance the protection of children’s health and development. The deal strengthens the role of economic…
Water resilience: MEPs call for comprehensive EU strategy
Environment Committee MEPs adopted their recommendations on how the EU should manage its water resources more efficiently and respond better to current challenges. The own initiative report, adopted with 68…
Sustainability and due diligence: MEPs agree to delay application of new rules
The European Parliament voted to postpone the application dates for new EU laws on due diligence and sustainability reporting requirements. With 531 votes for, 69 against and 17 abstentions, MEPs…
Agreement on EU-wide rules to reduce reckless driving while abroad
MEPs and the Polish Presidency of the Council agreed on new rules to curb impunity and trigger EU-wide driving disqualifications for reckless drivers. A provisional agreement was reached between Parliament…
EP President Metsola to EU leaders: “We need to think bigger and act faster”
Speaking to leaders, Parliament President Metsola reiterated that in a world of rising single powers, Europe must step up its political ambition: on defence and competitiveness. On Ukraine, she stressed that…