10th EU Internet Forum Ministerial Meeting delivers concrete actions to protect minors online and to counter online terrorism and violent extremism

On 4 March, Commissioner Brunner hosted the 10th EU Internet Forum Ministerial Meeting in Brussels. The meeting concluded with several concrete deliverables to promote swift joint action in a crisis, addressing the risks to minors online posed by terrorism and violent extremism and the rise of antisemitism and anti-Muslim hatred  within terrorism and violent extremism. Commissioner Brunner called […]

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Commission proposes new measures to boost EU industry and jobs

  The European Commission has proposed the Industrial Accelerator Act, a set of new measures to increase demand for low-carbon, European-made technologies and products. These measures will boost manufacturing, support business growth, and create jobs in the EU, while accelerating industry’s shift to cleaner, future-ready technologies. Building on the strengths of the single market, the […]

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Commission proposes Industrial Accelerator Act to strengthen industry and create jobs in Europe

The European Commission has adopted a legislative proposal to increase demand for low-carbon, European-made technologies and products. The Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) will boost manufacturing, grow businesses and create jobs in the EU, while supporting industry’s adoption of cleaner, future-ready technologies. In line with the recommendations of the Draghi report, the IAA introduces targeted and […]

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Commission launches Industrial Maritime Strategy for a competitive, sustainable and resilient EU maritime sector

The European Commission has adopted a comprehensive Industrial Maritime Strategy to drive competitiveness, innovation and technological leadership in Europe’s maritime manufacturing and shipping industries. The Strategy sets out a vision and concrete actions to reinforce Europe’s industrial sovereignty, trade and economic security, while supporting the sectors’ clean and digital transition. EU shipbuilding and shipping are […]

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Commission unveils EU Ports Strategy to strengthen competitiveness, security and sustainability of European ports

The European Commission today adopted the EU Ports Strategy, a comprehensive framework to step up the competitiveness, resilience, security and sustainability of Europe’s ports. Ports are a cornerstone of the EU economy, handling around 74% of external trade, 3.4 billion tonnes of goods and nearly 395 million passengers annually. They also support more than 423,000 […]

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Commission and EU countries confirm no immediate oil or gas supply concerns following the disruptions in the Middle East

In separate ad hoc meetings of the Gas Coordination Group and the Oil Coordination Group held this morning, the Commission and EU countries took stock of the situation concerning the EU’s gas and oil security of supply following the disruptions in the Middle East.  During the exchange, EU countries informed that they do not observe any immediate security of supply risks. Since […]

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EU Commission backs Spain after Trump’s trade threats

Published on 04/03/2026 – 13:58 GMT+1 The European Commission said on Wednesday it would make sure the European Union’s interests are fully safeguarded after the White House threatened to cut off trade relations with Spain. ADVERTISING ADVERTISING The Commission offered its support after United States President Donald Trump lashed out at Madrid for his refusal […]

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Swiss accused in first German trial

March 4, 2026, 1:34 p.mMarch 4, 2026, 1:34 p.m The first trial on German soil following the publication of the so-called “Panama Papers” has begun at the Cologne Regional Court. Panama is considered a tax haven.Image: EPA EFE The defendant is a 56-year-old Swiss man who is said to have helped many people in the […]

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