At a glance: the European Media Freedom Act; the debate on Ukrainian children forcibly deported to Russia; and the ceremony marking International Women’s Day.

News in Brief – 14/03/2024 - English

At a glance: the plenary session is under way. Parliament is set to give its green light to the European Media Freedom Act; MEPs will adopt their proposals on reducing textiles and food waste across the EU and address the concerns surrounding the Ukrainian children forcibly deported to Russia.

News in Brief – 12/03/2024 - English

Today: the overhaul of the EU customs system; a briefing for the media on how to cover the European elections; and the vote to decide the city that will host the new EU Anti-Money Laundering Agency.

News in Brief – 21/02/2024 - English

It’s something we find more or less everywhere: in our cars, in our homes and on our phones. What is it? The radio, of course! And 13 February is World Radio Day. Let’s take a look at a trusty media format that even saved the Eiffel Tower from being torn down.

World Radio Day

Today: the plenary session is under way in Strasbourg with MEPs due to discuss the demands of farmers and rural communities across Europe; a resolution on threats to the rule of law and media freedom in Greece and the thirteenth ‘This is Europe’ plenary debate with Romanian president Klaus Iohannis.

News in Brief – 06/02/2024 – English

In response to growing threats to media freedom and the financial viability of media outlets, Parliament adopted a common framework for media services, known as the European Media Freedom Act. It is a true milestone, as the act protects journalists and media workers, encourages transparency in media ownership and promotes international cooperation to ensure a diverse and independent media landscape.

The EU’s Media Freedom Act

The European media freedom act proposes a new set of rules and mechanisms to promote media pluralism and independence across the European Union. The aim is to prevent political interference in editorial decisions and ensure transparency of media ownership. The proposed act stresses the importance of an independent and adequately funded public service media, and seeks to protect journalists from having to disclose their sources and from the use of spyware against them.

EPRS podcast policy - European media freedom act

Moscow invaded Ukraine on 24 February 2022, but Russian cyberattacks against Ukraine have been taking place since Russia's illegal annexation of Crimea in 2014. During this time, Ukraine's public, energy, media, financial, business and non-profit sectors have been the main targets. The attacks intensified just before the invasion, undermining the distribution of medicines, food and relief supplies. The EU, US and NATO have carried out initiatives that aim to neutralise cyberthreats and protect essential infrastructure.

Cyberattacks in Russia’s war on Ukraine

Deepfakes (AI-manipulated media) are flooding the internet and altering reality. They influence the way certain events or statements are perceived and generate tensions by artificially creating misconceptions. Criminal offences have already been committed using this technique. Since the web operates worldwide, this creates challenges for local, national and supranational legal systems. Therefore, action is also required at the EU level.

Deepfakes - EN

Following the post-Cold War reset, EU-Russia relations have been strained, not least by Russia’s 2014 annexation of Crimea, to which the EU responded with hard-hitting sanctions. Putin’s support for rebel groups in eastern Ukraine, his policies in the neighbourhood, disinformation campaigns and Russia’s intervention in Syria just added fuel to the fire... And yet, the two remain closely interdependent… So, how to deal with Putin’s Russia?

EPRS policy podcast - The EU and Russia: Locked into confrontation

If you think that media freedom should be defended in future Member States and that the EU should provide help, then you will be pleased to know that this support already exists.

This is what Europe does to defend media freedom in accession countries

In an age where information travels fast, online disinformation is a big concern. By co-funding the InVID project, a platform to assess the reliability of videos and other files spread by social media, the EU hopes to make this task easier. This is how.

This is what Europe does for fact-checkers

Freedom of speech is one of the core values of the European Union. Let’s hear how the EU supports media freedom.

This is what Europe does for defenders of media freedom

As the hearts and brains of a free and pluralist media, journalists are vital to democracy in Europe. Although freedom of expression and freedom of information are guaranteed by the EU Charter for Fundamental Rights, journalists – even in the EU – are facing increasing pressure.

EU in my life - Journalist

Have a look at the 2021 and 2022&nbsp;stockshots with illustrative pre-edited broadcast quality video footage. These editable stockshots are clean (raw), with natural sound (no voice-over), produced to illustrate priority EU dossiers and parliamentary work. They are intended to help audiovisual media produce their own programs, for example, editing of news reports or documentaries.

Infoclips - Illustrative footage

Rule of law is laid down in the EU treaties as one of the values on which the Union is based. It means that governments should be bound by law&nbsp;not to take arbitrary decisions, and that citizens should be able to challenge their actions in independent courts.

It also enshrines the fight against corruption, which unfairly favours some to the detriment of others, and the safeguarding of media freedom, thus ensuring that the public is properly informed about the work of government.

The EU has existing tools at its disposal to protect the rule of law. In&nbsp;September 2020, the European Commission published the first annual rule of law&nbsp;report monitoring both positive and negative developments with regard to the rule of law in all member states. In July 2021 the second edition of the report was published.

There is also&nbsp;dialogue on the rule of law in the Council.

If the Commission deems that a member state is violating EU law, it can start infringement proceedings that may lead to financial sanctions determined by the European Court of Justice. Another procedure, under Article 7 of the Treaty of the European Union, allows the Council to make recommendations or decide by unanimity on sanctions against a member state, including the suspension of membership rights.&nbsp;MEPs have argued that existing tools are insufficient.

​Under the new regulation, effective from January 2021, EU budget payments can be witheld from countries where established breaches of the rule of law compromise management of EU funds. At the same time, the EU ensures that final beneficiaries do not end up paying the bill.

Rule of law

On 23/5/2024 the Eurovision debate between the lead candidates for the presidency of the European Commission took place in the European Parliament.

Walter Baier (Austria, European Left), Sandro Gozi (Italy, Renew Europe Now), Ursula von der Leyen (Germany, European People’s Party), Terry Reintke (Germany, European Greens) and Nicolas Schmit (Luxembourg, Party of European Socialists) participated in the debate, organised by the European Broadcasting Union (EBU) in collaboration with the European political parties and the European Parliament.

The debate focussed on Economy and Jobs, Defence and Security, Climate and Environment, Democracy and Leadership, Migration and Borders and on Innovation and Technology.

Questions were asked by the audience in the plenary chamber, by viewers watching from events organised by Parliament’s Liaison Offices in EU member states, submitted via social media, and by the two moderators. Candidates also faced one-on-one questioning by the moderators in so-called “Spotlight” segments.

Election debate 2024

The rapid development of social media and the rise of geopolitical tensions turn the EU into a target for foreign interference and disinformation. 

In 2024, the EU and many other democracies around the world will elect their next leaders. Malicious entities or states try to take advantage of this to undermine trust in elections or democracy.

The European Parliament has adopted a number of legislative acts to protect EU citizens and societies from disinformation and foreign interference. It has also been working to strengthen cooperation between&nbsp;elections authorities,&nbsp;public disinformation specialists,&nbsp;European fact-checkers&nbsp;and independent disinformation specialists, and has developed closer ties with&nbsp;Nato, in order to step up the efforts on fighting disinformation. 
 
This series of videos is part of an effort to raise awareness among EU citizens about disinformation ahead of the European elections, in June. Parliament’s communication team explains the most commonly used tactics and give tips to spot and avoid them.

Disinformation explained

Slovenia is a Member of the EU since May 2004, of the Eurozone since 1 January 2007 and of the Schengen area since 21 December 2007.

In March 2021, a debate in plenary was organised in the wake of concerns raised after Klubradio in Hungary was taken off the air, the proposed new levy on media advertising revenue in Poland, and emerging reports of political interference in Slovenian media. In November 2020, Parliament adopted the Resolution on Strengthening Media Freedom: the Protection of Journalists in Europe, Hate Speech, Disinformation and the Role of Platforms.

EU - Slovenia

The European Parliament has repeatedly advocated press freedom and media pluralism in the EU and abroad.&nbsp; World Press Freedom Day was proclaimed by the UN General Assembly in December 1993, following the recommendation of UNESCO's General Conference. Since then, 3 May, the anniversary of the&nbsp;Declaration of Windhoek&nbsp;is celebrated worldwide as World Press Freedom Day.

Already in 2018 the EP adopted a resolution on media pluralism and media freedom in the EU, noting the political developments in various members states, that have led to increased pressures on and threats against journalists.&nbsp; The European Parliament has also&nbsp;launched the Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism.&nbsp;

The prize commends outstanding journalism revolving around the principles and values of the European Union. On the field of legislation, Parliament wants to reinforce protection of journalists and activists in the EU against unfounded and abusive lawsuits aimed to silence them.&nbsp;

MEPs also gave their final green light to new legislation to protect EU journalists and media from political or economic interference during the March Plenary session.

Under the new law, adopted by 464 votes in favour to 92 against and 65 abstentions, member states will be obliged to protect media independence and all forms of interventions in editorial decisions will be banned.

More info:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20240308IPR19014/media-freedom-act-a-new-bill-to-protect-eu-journalists-and-press-freedom">https://www.europarl.europa.eu/news/en/press-room/20240308IPR19014/media-freedom-act-a-new-bill-to-protect-eu-journalists-and-press-freedom</a>

Press freedom

The European Parliament supports media professionals reporting on parliamentary activities, providing both content and technical facilities for video, radio, multimedia and photo production. The EP Audiovisual teams coordinate state of the art studios for TV broadcast, multimedia, and radio in Strasbourg and in Brussels.

EP Audiovisual Services

The EU institutions deem&nbsp;the transparency and quality of the Hungarian legislative system a source of concern.&nbsp;In several&nbsp;Rule of Law reports, the European Commission highlighted the worsening situation in the country. It was noted that, among other issues,&nbsp;the risks posed to media pluralism&nbsp;and the pressure faced by those civil society organisations critical of the government.

MEPs have repeatedly expressed concerns over the state of EU values in Hungary, which have&nbsp;further deteriorated&nbsp;due to the “deliberate and systematic efforts of the government” and despite Parliament’s&nbsp;activation of the Article 7 mechanism.

Their latest concerns relate to laws being adopted without sufficient parliamentary scrutiny and public consultation, as well as the abusive invocation of the ‘state of danger’, the misuse of whistleblower protection to undermine LGBTIQ+ rights and freedom of expression, and the infringement of teachers’ social and labour rights.

Parliament underlined&nbsp;the important role the Presidency of the Council has in driving forward legislation, ensuring the continuity of the EU agenda and representing the Council in relations with the other institutions. It questions how Hungary will be able to fulfil this task credibly in 2024, given its lack of compliance with EU law and&nbsp;values, and the principle of sincere cooperation.

Rule of law in Hungary

A new set of rules for Audiovisual media services, including digital platforms, will be approved by the EP after an agreement reached by the EU institutions in April this year.

The revised legislation will apply to broadcasters, but also to video-on-demand and video-sharing platforms, such as Netflix, YouTube or Facebook; as well as to the live streaming on video-sharing platforms. EP negotiators managed to secure enhanced protection for children and at least 30% of European productions (currently at 20%) in the catalogue of TV channels and VOD platforms. Clearer and stricter rules on advertising will apply both for broadcasters and online platforms. Once the revised directive is published, the Member States will have 21 months to implement the directive into national law.

Audiovisual media services in the EU - 8th parliamentary term

Following political agreement with the Council, a vote in plenary on 2 October 2018 saw Parliament adopt the updated EU Audiovisual Media Services Directive (AVMSD), based on the proposal presented by the Commission on 25 May 2016.

The overarching goal of the proposal was to bring about a balance between competitiveness and consumer protection. It therefore aimed to introduce flexibility when restrictions only applicable to TV are no longer justified, promote European films, protect minors and tackle hate speech more efficiently. The proposal also reflected a new approach to online platforms. Following adoption of the revised directive, EU Member States now have to bring the new rules into national law by 19 September 2020.

Audiovisual Media Services Directive

Every day journalists risk their lives to help keep us informed.

Freedom of Press is considered to be an essential element of democracy by the European Parliament, which strongly supports it within the EU and beyond. Article 11 of the EU's Charter of Fundamental Rights clearly states that “freedom and pluralism of the media shall be respected”.

Press freedom in the EU - 8th Parliamentary term

A Greek, German and British consortium has won the 2023 Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for investigating the Adriana shipwreck, which left over 600 migrants dead off Pylos in Greece.

The joint investigation by the Greek investigative outlet Solomon, in collaboration with Forensis, the German public broadcaster StrgF/ARD, and the British newspaper The Guardian revealed how the deadliest migrant shipwreck in recent history happened as a result of the actions taken by the Greek Coast Guard. It also reveals inconsistencies in the Greek authorities’ official accounts.

The awards ceremony&nbsp;take place each year around 16 October, the date Daphne Caruana Galizia was assassinated. The prize and the €20 000 prize money demonstrates the European Parliament’s strong support for investigative journalism and the importance of free press. Over the last few years, Parliament has warned about attempts both in the EU and beyond to undermine media pluralism.

Daphne Caruana Galizia was a Maltese writer, blogger and anti-corruption activist, who reported on political events in Malta. In particular, she focused on investigative journalism, reporting on government corruption,allegations of money laundering and organized crime. She was killed in a car bomb explosion on 16 October 2017.

Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism

On the 16th October 2017, the Maltese investigative journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia was killed in a car bomb explosion. Ms Caruana Galizia gave to the Committee of Inquiry into Money Laundering, Tax Avoidance and Tax Evasion (PANA) evidence about her work on the Panama Papers at a meeting in February 2017 in Malta.

Every day journalists risk their lives to help keep us informed. Freedom of Press is considered to be an essential element of democracy by the European Parliament, which strongly supports it within the EU and beyond. Article 11 of the EU's Charter of Fundamental Rights clearly states that “freedom and pluralism of the media shall be respected”.

Press freedom in Malta (2019-2020)

Rule of law is laid down in the EU treaties as one of the values on which the Union is based. It means that governments should be bound by law, that they should not take arbitrary decisions and that citizens should be able to challenge their actions in independent courts.

In view of possible democratic backsliding in Poland and in particular due to the threat to judicial independence, the European Commission initiated in December 2017 an Article 7 procedure to address a possible risk of breach of EU common values.

The Parliament has ever since repeatedly asked the Council to act and in September 2020 warned about the continuous deterioration of the situation in the country, pointing to “overwhelming evidence” of those breaches. Following the October 2021 ruling by the Polish Constitutional, the Polish government’s challenge of the established primacy of EU law was added to Parliament’s long list of concerns.

These include the powers to revise the constitution taken on by the Polish parliament since 2015, expedited legislative procedures and electoral law changes; the broad changes to the country’s judiciary, including appointments and disciplinary procedures; the situation of freedom of expression, media freedom and pluralism; and the criminalisation of sexual education and the de facto ban on abortion.

Rule of law in Poland

The special committee INGE on foreign interference in all democratic processes in the EU, including disinformation is, among others, tasked with thoroughly analysing the investigations that showed that crucial electoral rules were breached or circumvented. 

It will have to identify possible areas that would require legislative and non-legislative actions vis-à-vis social media platforms, to suggest coordinated action at EU level for tackling hybrid threats, and to counter information campaigns and strategic communication of malign third countries that harm the EU.

INGE - Special committee on foreign interference in all democratic processe

From the 1st of July 2021, Slovenia is holding the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union. However, the country&nbsp;has also been the subject of discussions about the “rule of law” within the EU, a concept referring to respect for due process, plurality in politics and media and the upholding of civic freedoms such as free speech.

In its last 2021 Rule of Law report the EC mentioned that the situation of media in the country has been deteriorating.&nbsp;Online harassment of and threats against journalists are a growing source of concern, and several lawsuits against journalists with intimidating effects have been reported as well as&nbsp;instances of political interference in media.

Attacks on media&nbsp;have been criticized by international, European and national journalists and editors associations. The European Commission intervened various times to express its concerns.

A delegation of the Civil Liberties Committee travelled&nbsp;to&nbsp;Slovenia between 13 and 15 October to&nbsp;take stock of the latest developments in the country as regards the situation of the rule of law, media freedom and the fight against corruption including the question of Slovenian delegated prosecutors to the European Public Prosecutors Office.

Their agenda included&nbsp;exchanges with: NGOs; the Human Rights Ombudsman; academics; journalists and press freedom organisations;the Supreme State Prosecutor and former president of the Association of Public Prosecutors of Slovenia; the Data Protection Commissioner; officials of the Ministry of Justice and Ministry of Culture; representatives from the Commission for the Prevention of Corruption; members of the National Assembly; the President of the National Council; and the Presidents of the Constitutional Court and the Court of Auditors.

At the end of the mission, Sophie in ‘t Veld, the Chair of the Civil Liberties Committee delegation, said: "“We observed that the public institutions overall work well. At the same time, the delegation experienced a climate of hostility, distrust and deep polarisation in the country, which erodes trust in and between various public bodies."

Rule of law in Slovenia

Briefing for media on the 2024 European Elections. Parliament’s Press Service will organise a briefing for media on the practical details for covering the elections. It will cover Parliament’s main legislative achievements during its ninth term, as well as unfinished business to be dealt with by the new Parliament. Media will also be provided with practical information on the three key events in the run-up to the elections: One month to go (9 May); Eurovision debate with the lead candidates for the EU Commission Presidency (23 May); and Election night (9 June). (Monday 29 April, from 10.00-11.00).

Briefing for media on the 2024 European Elections

Following the final vote on the new rules promoting the right to repair for consumers, rapporteur René Repasi briefs media on its scope and answer questions.

Press conference on the right to repair

Parliament quizes the Council and the Commission about how they intend to address the controversial reform proposals made by Robert Fico’s government. 

MEPs are expected to reiterate concerns about the Slovak government’s plans for criminal code reform and changes in the functioning of the country’s public-service media. MEPs say the ongoing reform, which led to the dissolution of Slovakia’s Special Prosecutor’s Office on 20 March and reduces penalties and limitation periods for financial crimes, threatens Slovakia’s ability to fight corruption and protect the EU budget. They are also likely to stress that the plans for the public broadcaster will have to be assessed in light of the EU’s recently-adopted Media Freedom Act. The proposed Act on Slovak Television and Radio is facing widespread criticism for giving the government direct control over public media, and curtailing their independence.

Plenary debate - Rule of Law in Slovakia

Press conference by Sabine VERHEYEN (EPP, DE), rapporteur on European Media Freedom Act

Press conference on European Media Freedom Act

EP Press Service organizes a technical briefing for media on how to cover the 6-9 June European elections. It includes information on the Elections Press Tool Kit, “unfinished business” and first milestones of the next legislature, “What Europe Does For Me” database, European election data and the election days and night

100 days to the European elections

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

Media event - 2024 European Election campaign briefing

Eurovision debate 2024 - Draw - Introductory remarks and draw of the candidate order list, in the presence of Liz CORBIN, EBU Director of News and Jesús CARMONA, EP Director for Media

Opening of the sitting

Internal markets for renewable gas, natural gas and hydrogen (recast) - Common rules for the internal markets for renewable gas, natural gas and hydrogen (recast) - Union’s electricity market design: Regulation - Union’s electricity market design: Directive (joint debate – Reform of the energy and electricity markets)

Attempts to dismantle Rule of Law and media freedom in Slovakia (debate)

Resumption of the sitting

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Voting time

Explanations of vote

Approval of the minutes of the part-session and forwarding of texts adopted

Dates of forthcoming sittings

Closure of the sitting

Plenary session

Press conference by Sabine VERHEYEN, rapporteur on European Media Freedom Act

Media seminar – Safeguarding Democracy: the role of the media / European Elections 2024

Opening of the session

Negotiations ahead of Parliament’s first reading (Rule 71)

Council and Commission statements - Preparation of the European Council meeting of 21 and 22 March 2024 (debate)

Council decision inviting Member States to ratify the Violence and Harassment Convention, 2019 (No. 190) of the International Labour Organization (debate)

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European Media Freedom Act (debate)

Verification of credentials

Artificial Intelligence Act (debate)

Approval of the minutes of the previous sitting

Question Time (Commission) - Preparedness of EU governments to combat foreign interference, including from Russia

EU climate risk assessment, taking urgent action to improve security and resilience in Europe (debate)

A single application procedure for a single permit for third-country nationals to reside and work in the territory of a Member State and on a common set of rights for third-country workers legally residing in a Member State (recast) (debate)

State of play of the corporate sustainability due diligence directive (debate)

The adoption of the Special Measure in favour of Tunisia for 2023 (debate)

Need to impose sanctions on the import of Russian and Belarusian food and agricultural products to the EU and to ensure stability of EU agricultural production (debate)

European cross-border associations (debate)

Compulsory licensing for crisis management and amending Regulation (EC) 816/2006 (debate)

Agenda of the next sitting

Approval of the minutes of the sitting

Press conference by Tiemo WÖLKEN rapporteur on New EU rules ensuring protection for journalists and media outlets from strategic lawsuits against public participation (SLAPPs)

Negotiations ahead of Parliament's first reading (Rule 71) (action taken)

Conclusions of the European Council meeting of 14-15 December 2023 and preparation of the Special European Council meeting of 1 February 2024 - Situation in Hungary and frozen EU funds (joint debate – European Council meetings)

Review of the economic governance framework (debate)

Quality jobs in a competitive future-oriented social market economy (topical debate)

Norway's recent decision to advance seabed mining in the Arctic

Improving the socio-economic situation of farmers and rural areas, ensuring fair incomes, food security as well as a just transition

Extending the list of EU crimes to hate speech and hate crime (debate)

Situation of fundamental rights in the EU in 2022 and 2023 (debate)

Rule of Law and media freedom in Greece (debate)

Situation in Serbia following elections (debate)

Geothermal energy (debate)

Gender aspects of the rising cost of living and the impact of the energy crisis (debate)

Addressing urgent skills shortages and finding the right talents to boost job creation (European Year of Skills) (debate)

The ongoing persecution of Falun Gong in China, notably the case of Mr Ding Yuande

The threat of famine following the spread of conflict in Sudan

Tajikistan: state repression against the independent media

Press conference by Sabine VERHEYEN, lead Rapporteur and Ramona STRUGARIU, opinion Rapporteur, Ernest URTASUN, Spanish Minister for Culture and Věra JOUROVÁ, Vice-President of the European Commission in charge of Values and Transparency on the European Media Freedom Act and the outcome of the inter-institutional negotiations

Press seminar on “Safeguarding Media Freedom: the role of the European Union”

Press conference by Sabine VERHEYEN, lead rapporteur, Ramona STRUGARIU opinion rapporteur (LIBE) on European Media Freedom act - Parliament’s position

Composition of political groups

Composition of committees and delegations

Interim report on the proposal for a mid-term revision of the Multiannual Financial Framework 2021-2027 (debate)

The 10-year commemoration since the tragedy in Lampedusa(statement by the President)

Statement by the President

Corrupt large-scale sale of Schengen visas (debate)

Medicine shortages and strategic healthcare autonomy in the EU (debate)

Question Time (Commission) - EU-China trade relations

Situation in Nagorno-Karabakh after Azerbaijan’s attack and the continuing threats against Armenia (debate)

Taking stock of Moldova's path to the EU (debate)

Recent developments in the Serbia-Kosovo dialogue, including the situation in the northern municipalities in Kosovo (debate)

EU-Switzerland relations (debate)

Uzbekistan (debate)

Classification, labelling and packaging of substances and mixtures (debate)

The 10th consecutive increase in reference interest rates decided by the ECB and its consequences (debate)

Report: Sabine Verheyen (A9-0264/2023) - European Media Freedom Act

Conclusions of the European Council meeting of 29-30 June 2023, in particular the recent developments in the war against Ukraine and in Russia (debate)

The need for EU action on search and rescue in the Mediterranean (debate)

Welcome

The need for EU action on search and rescue in the Mediterranean (continuation of debate)

Tax the rich (topical debate)

State of the SME Union (debate)

Putting the European economy at the service of the middle class (debate)

Need to adopt the “Unshell” Directive on rules to prevent the misuse of shell entities for tax purposes (debate)

Need to adopt the “Unshell” Directive on rules to prevent the misuse of shell entities for tax purposes (continuation of debate)

Delivering on the Green Deal: risk of compromising the EU path to the green transition and its international commitments (debate)

Recommendations for reform of the European Parliament’s rules on transparency, integrity, accountability and anti-corruption (debate)

The political disqualifications in Venezuela

India, the situation in Manipur

Crackdown on the media and freedom of expression in Kyrgyzstan

The role of farmers as enablers of the green transition and a resilient agricultural sector (debate)

The role of farmers as enablers of the green transition and a resilient agricultural sector (continuation of debate)

Address by Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, President of Portugal

Externalising asylum applications and making funding to third countries conditional on the implementation of return agreements (topical debate)

Ukrainian cereals on the European market (debate)

Update of the anti-corruption legislative framework (debate)

Roadmap on a Social Europe: two years after Porto (debate)

Fighting cyberbullying of young people across the EU (debate)

Adequacy of the protection afforded by the EU-U.S. Data Privacy Framework (debate)

Media freedom and freedom of expression in Algeria, the case of journalist Ihsane El-Kadi

Belarus: the inhumane treatment and hospitalisation of prominent opposition leader Viktar Babaryka

Myanmar, notably the dissolution of democratic political parties

New Oil Drilling in Alaska - impact on the global climate crisis and the rights of indigenous peoples (debate)

Impact of the interest rate increase decided by the ECB on households and workers (debate)

Resumption of the session

Statements by the President

Composition of Parliament

Signing of acts adopted in accordance with the ordinary legislative procedure (Rule 79)

Order of business

Methane emissions reduction in the energy sector (debate)

Establishing the Act in support of ammunition production (debate)

Impact on the 2024 EU budget of increasing European Union Recovery Instrument borrowing costs - Own resources: a new start for EU finances, a new start for Europe (debate)

Implementation of the Audiovisual Media Services Directive (short presentation)

School's scheme for fruit, vegetables, milk and dairy products (short presentation)

Co-management of fisheries in the EU (short presentation)

Report: Clara Aguilera (A9-0119/2023) - Co-management of fisheries in the EU

One-minute speeches on matters of political importance

Negotiations ahead of Parliament’s first reading (Rule 71)(action taken)

One year of Russia’s invasion and war of aggression against Ukraine

A Green Deal Industrial Plan for the Net-Zero Age

Topical debate (Rule 162) - The erosion of the rule of law in Greece: the wiretapping scandal and media freedom

EUCO conclusions: the need for the speedy finalisation of the Road Map (debate)

European Central Bank - annual report 2022 (debate)

Access to strategic critical raw materials (debate)

The situation of human rights defenders in Eswatini, notably the murder of Thulani Maseko

Violence against opposition activists in Equatorial Guinea, notably the case of Julio Obama Mefuman

The recent deterioration of the inhuman imprisonment conditions of Alexey Navalny and other political prisoners in Russia

Situation of the former President of Georgia Mikheil Saakashvili (RC-B9-0106/2023, B9-0106/2023, B9-0109/2023, B9-0112/2023, B9-0114/2023, B9-0117/2023) 

Council of Europe Convention on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence: EU accession (A9-0021/2023 - Łukasz Kohut, Arba Kokalari) 

VodDebate: Petition 1147/2016 by M.G.B. (Italian) on behalf of Fondazione Promozione Sociale, on healthcare and social benefits for dependent persons (the sick and elderly, those with learning difficulties, autism, etc.) (In the presence of the petitioner by remote connection)

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MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

MSU media briefing: On the way to the European Elections 2024 - Go to Vote campaign

Media event - 2024 European Election campaign briefing