The EU and Africa face a growing number of challenges that relate to trade, investment, job creation, increasing geopolitical competition in Africa and the growing presence and involvement of foreign actors, climate change, sustainable and efficient development cooperation, education, peace and security, migration, access to
In a debate on EU-Russia relations, European security and Russia’s military threat against Ukraine, MEPs called for a united response and voiced support for Ukraine. On Wednesday morning, MEPs took stock of the latest developments related to Russia’s military threats against Ukraine in a plenary debate
https://www.youtube.com/embed/9UTBBIV_olk Recent international developments and challenges, such as the Russian military threat against Ukraine,the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan orthe geopolitical consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic have once again reminded us that the European security environment is today more volatile and more complex than ever since the end of
Ahead of the EU-African Union summit on 17-18 February, leading MEPs highlight the need for a strong EU-Africa partnership based on cooperation between equals. “A week ahead of the long awaited European Union-African Union summit, we call on the Heads of States and Government to lay
The European Union has proposed far-reaching solutions to facilitate the implementation of the Protocol and strengthen stability and predictability for people and businesses in Northern Ireland. We must stay laser-focused on practical challenges raised by Northern Irish stakeholders – particularly on the area of customs and
Statement by UKCG co-Chairs and other leading MEPs following the unilateral move by Northern Ireland’s Minister of Agriculture. "The unilateral move taken yesterday by Northern Ireland’s Minister of Agriculture creates further uncertainty and unpredictability for businesses and citizens in Northern Ireland. It is also unhelpful for