The post-election ride might be no less bumpy than the notoriously turmoiled former "traffic light coalition".

The French energy giant cautioned against the EU setting a firm 2040 emissions reduction target, however.

With the ongoing Russian military air attacks on energy infrastructure, it is important to find alternative solutions to make sure Ukrainian consumers have a stable supply of electricity.

What is happening behind closed doors, and what can we expect from the hearings’ conclusions in the coming days?

After landing in Brussels late Tuesday, the secretary of state's one-day visit will see him meet NATO chief Mark Rutte, European Union diplomacy boss Josep Borrell, his successor Kaja Kallas and Ukraine's Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiga.

Regulatory harmonisation across the European Union, creating a single digital market and a more predictable policy to attract more investment, should rank high in the new Commission’s to-do list.

As diabetes cases surge across Europe, healthcare systems are grappling with an escalation, leaving millions without sufficient access to early diagnosis, preventive care, and innovative treatments.

The Digital Networks Act is an opportunity to “reduce bureaucracy and make Europe an attractive place for investment,” said Virkkunen.

“You should not be in the European Commission, you should be in court,” said another far-right Spanish MEP Jorge Buxade Villalba (Vox/PfE). 

Belgium has solidified its position as a European leader in pharmaceutical research and development with a daily investment of €15.5 million, according to the latest figures from pharma.be.

“It's not about where a company comes from,” the French centrist told MEPs. “It's about whether it contributes to European wealth."

The Swedish energy system clearly shows there is no opposition between nuclear and renewable energy.

Euractiv understands the EU’s former Brexit negotiator, who still has excellent entries at the Commission’s highest levels, will actively raise France’s concerns over the deal in his meetings, and should push back against any swift agreement.

“We had a leaky roof. We didn't have hot water,” said Mînzatu, rejecting claims it was a "historic monument."

In a closed-door briefing on Monday, the Commission flagged an upcoming Mercosur summit in Montevideo on 5-6 December as a potential date to close the agreement, Euractiv has learned.

The dispute "highlights the tension between wealthy countries seeking to protect Big Pharma profits and poorer countries,” Oxfam’s EU health policy advisor told Euractiv. 

Facebook and Instagram users in the EU will be given an option for 'less personalised ads' in the coming weeks.

The French National Rally warns of “the danger of wokeism” and fighting "woke ideology" to attract voters.

Várhelyi might still have to wait a little longer to know his fate.

18 Nov 2024 to 22 Nov 2024Fraud Awareness Week 2024   The Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) Belgium in partnership with Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) Belgium have the pleasure to invite their members and associates for 5 events during the Fraud Awareness Week 2024 (18 - 22 November 2024). For more information about each session, please click on the registration link.   Join Session 4 - "Finance functions facing several significant opportunities and challenges to remain relevant in the next decade in a world where fraud and misinformation are rising”, organised by ACCA, IIA Belgium and ACFE.   Date and time Thursday November 21, 2024 / 17h - 18h30   Location Virtual event   Speakers Dr.Fiona Murray, Jason Piper and Clive Webb, ACCA   Abstract Finance functions face several significant opportunities and challenges to remain relevant in the next decade in a world where fraud and misinformation are rising. This session will explore the connection between the shifts that the functions need to make and the challenges of trusted information in a pre-emptive world from a sustainable business environment. You may also expect an overview of recent developments and expected direction of travel at EU level and the related implications for the counter-fraud professional, followed by a panel discussion and an opportunity for questions from the audience.   Panel (tbc): ACCA – Olivia Smith, FCCA, Sustainability Business Partner IIA Belgium - An Vanderhulst, Board member IIA Belgium, Director Principal at KPMG ACFE – Koen Albers, Vice-President ACFE Belgium    Closing word: Cedric Hamaekers, CEO IIA Belgium Brussels  OnlineBelgiumMore information here