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The European Commission has amended the EU ETS allowances for Denmark and Luxembourg, allowing them to use previously cancelled allowances for compliance under Article 9 of Regulation (EU) 2018/842. The decision comes after the two countries notified the Commission of their intention to revise their percentages for determining the
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The UK government has announced that millions of British travellers to Germany will soon be able to use electronic gates (e-gates) when entering the country, thanks to a new agreement between Prime Minister Keir Starmer and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz. This move aims to alleviate the travel difficulties faced by
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European Union foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas expressed disappointment over the failure to approve the 18th sanctions package against Russia, citing the EU's commitment to starving Russia of the means to wage war. Kallas emphasized the importance of implementing sanctions to support Ukraine, while also highlighting the US&
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The European Commission on Wednesday submitted a trillion-dollar budget proposal to the European Union, calling for a significant increase in defense spending and a sharp focus on climate and biodiversity projects. The proposed budget of $2.31 trillion would see around 35% allocated to climate and biodiversity projects, with the
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Hungary's Government Info press briefing presented a stark opposition to the European Commission's draft budget, which allocates a significant portion of funds to Ukraine while cutting support for Hungarian farmers and cohesion policy. Minister Gergely Gulyas described the proposal as a 'pro-Ukraine budget,' highlighting
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In the face of uncertainty and instability in Europe, the European Parliament's group majority leaders have expressed their unwavering support for a revamped long-term budget that addresses the Union's pressing challenges. The leaders, representing EPP, S&D, Renew, and Greens/EFA groups, welcomed the European
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The European Commission has unveiled a bold budget plan for the European Union's next multiannual financial framework, spanning 2028-2034. The proposed budget of 2 trillion euros is nearly a 15% increase from the current 2021-2027 cycle, with an average allocation of 1.26% of the bloc's
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The European Commission has issued a regulation requiring political advertisers to disclose information in a clear and salient way, including a statement that the advertisement is political, the identity of the sponsor, and the entity ultimately controlling the sponsor. This regulation aims to improve transparency and targeting of political advertising
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Emmanuel Macron's recent three-day trip to London marked a significant shift in the UK's circumstances since leaving the EU, with a focus on policy and politics. The visit reflected the changing dynamics in the EU, which is transitioning from a peace project to a war union,
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Endeavor BioMedicines announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and European Commission (EC) have granted Orphan Drug Designation to its investigational therapy, taladegib (ENV-101), for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). This designation provides special incentives, including eligibility for protocol assistance, exemptions or reductions in regulatory
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Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced at a press conference that his country will establish diplomatic relations with Turkey and open the closed border. The move marks a significant shift in Armenia's foreign policy, aiming to preserve its sovereignty and independence. Pashinyan emphasized the importance of a long-term
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The European Commission has decided against proposing specific rules on young-child formulae, citing the correct and complete application of existing EU food law measures as sufficient to regulate the composition and communication of these products. The Commission's decision is in line with the European Food Safety Authority'
