Keynote speech by Roberta METSOLA, EP President for the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Society for the Award of the International Charlemagne Prize

Statement by Bernd LANGE (S&D, DE), Chair of INTA Committee, on EU countermeasures to US tariffs

New common approach on returns: extracts from the debate

Support to Belarusian political prisoners, in presence of Roberta METSOLA, EP President: extracts

European Council meetings and European Security: extracts from the statements by António COSTA, President of the European Council, Adam SZŁAPKA, Polish Minister for European Affairs and by Ursula von der LEYEN, President of the European Commission

President Metsola addresses the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Society for the Award of the International Charlemagne Prize in Aachen, Germany. Founded in 1950, the International Charlemagne Prize of Aachen is the oldest and most renowned honor awarded to individuals or institutions for their efforts in promoting European unification.

75th anniversary of the founding of the Society for the Award of the International Charlemagne Prize: extracts from the keynote speech by Roberta METSOLA, EP President

Bernd LANGE (S&D, DE), Chair of the European Parliament's Committee on International Trade (INTA) reacts to the US 25% tariff on all steel and aluminium entering the country, in place as of today, 12 March. The original US steel and aluminium tariffs date back from 2018 when the US adopted a tariff increase on imports of certain steel and aluminium products (at rates of 25% and 10%, respectively) and with an unlimited duration. In June 2018, the EU adopted rebalancing measures in reaction to the tariffs. In October 2021, the EU and US agreed to start discussions on a Global Arrangement on Sustainable Steel and Aluminium and suspend steel and aluminium trade disputes.

MEPs react to the latest Commission proposals to support the European car industry in the face of higher manufacturing costs, the low-carbon transition, and increased competition from China, in a debate with Commissioner Tzitzikostas and Minister Szłapka. This news item shows extracts from the debate and ambience shots.

Action Plan for the Automotive Industry: extracts from the debate

Roberta METSOLA, EP President, provides support to Belarusian political prisoners with extract of the chamber, meeting with EP groups leaders, ambiance shots with EP members signing postcards to support Belarusian political prisoners, statements of Roberta METSOLA, EP President and Sviatlana TSIKHANOUSKAYA, leader of democratic forces of Belarus and Sakharov Prize laureate 2020

MEPs and the Commission debate changes to EU rules on the returns of people who have no legal right to remain in Europe. The proposal for a new legal framework on so-called “returns”, announced by President Ursula von der Leyen in July 2024, is formally unveiled by the European Commission. During the plenary debate, MEPs scrutinise the proposal, which is intended to increase the return rate of third-country nationals not entitled to stay in the EU. Parliament is likely to emphasise the importance of cooperation with third countries, including on the readmission of their own nationals, as well as debate possible innovative measures such as the establishment of return hubs in third countries.

The European Parliament marks International Women’s Day (8 March). Four women fighting for freedom, peace and justice in their home countries – from Belarus, leader of the country's democratic forces Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, and Palina Sharenda Panasiuk; and Lenie Umerova and Tata Kepler from Ukraine – have all been invited to address plenary.

International Women's Day Celebration: arrival of Belarusian and Ukrainian political activists and released prisoners and meeting with Roberta METSOLA, EP President and Parliament authorities

The European Parliament marks International Women’s Day (8 March). Four women fighting for freedom, peace and justice in their home countries – from Belarus, leader of the country's democratic forces Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, and Palina Sharenda Panasiuk; and Lenie Umerova and Tata Kepler from Ukraine – have all been invited to address plenary, and were officially welcomed by Roberta METSOLA, President of the European Parliament.

International Women's Day Celebration arrival of political activists and released prisoners from Belarus and Ukraine and meeting with Roberta METSOLA, EP President and Parliament authorities

MEPs assess the outcome of the 6 March Special European Council, outline their priorities for the 20-21 March summit, and discuss the urgent need to bolster the EU’s security architecture and the Commission’s Rearm Europe Plan with Presidents Costa and von der Leyen and Minister for European Union Affairs Szłapka for the Polish Presidency. At a critical time for Ukraine and European security, as President Donald Trump’s new US administration has paused support for Kyiv and raised questions about future US defence engagement in Europe, MEPs hear from Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on how the EU plans to strengthen its defence capabilities. European Council meetings and European Security: extracts from the MEPs debate.

European Council meetings and European Security: extracts from the MEPs debate

The International Charlemagne Prize of Aachen, established in 1950, is the longest-standing and most esteemed recognition for individuals or organizations contributing to the advancement of European unity. President Metsola addresses the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Society for the Award of the International Charlemagne Prize in Aachen, Germany.

MEPs vote on : MRs - Democracy and human rights in Thailand, notably the lese-majesty law and the deportation of Uyghur refugees MRs - Severe political, humanitarian and human rights crisis in Sudan, in particular the sexual violence and child rape MRs - Unlawful detention and sham trials of Armenian hostages, including high-ranking political representatives from Nagorno-Karabakh, by Azerbaijan MRs - Social and employment aspects of restructuring processes: the need to protect jobs and workers’ rights

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In a debate on Thursday, MEPs and the Commission discuss plans for the future of the agri-food sector in the EU. The ‘Vision for Agriculture and Food’ was announced by Ursula von der Leyen in the political guidelines for her new Commission and adopted on 19 February 2025. The communication outlines planned initiatives to simplify and better target the EU common agricultural policy (CAP) to farmers who need support the most. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

A vision for agriculture and food: closing statements

In a debate on Thursday, MEPs and the Commission discuss plans for the future of the agri-food sector in the EU. The ‘Vision for Agriculture and Food’ was announced by Ursula von der Leyen in the political guidelines for her new Commission and adopted on 19 February 2025. The communication outlines planned initiatives to simplify and better target the EU common agricultural policy (CAP) to farmers who need support the most.

A vision for agriculture and food: MEPs debate

In a debate on Thursday, MEPs and the Commission discuss plans for the future of the agri-food sector in the EU. The ‘Vision for Agriculture and Food’ was announced by Ursula von der Leyen in the political guidelines for her new Commission and adopted on 19 February 2025. The communication outlines planned initiatives to simplify and better target the EU common agricultural policy (CAP) to farmers who need support the most. Opening statements. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

A vision for agriculture and food: opening statements

MEPs call on the EU to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine and accelerate the phase-out of Moscow’s energy. In the second debate with representatives of the European Commission, MEPs are set to call on the EU to accelerate the phase-out of Russian gas and other Russian energy commodities. Closing statements by Dan JØRGENSEN, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing. Closing statements by Dan JØRGENSEN, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing

Accelerating the phase-out of Russian gas and other Russian energy commodities in the EU: closing statements by Dan JØRGENSEN, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing

MEPs call on the EU to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine and accelerate the phase-out of Moscow’s energy. In the second debate with representatives of the European Commission, MEPs are set to call on the EU to accelerate the phase-out of Russian gas and other Russian energy commodities.

Accelerating the phase-out of Russian gas and other Russian energy commodities in the EU: MEPs debate

MEPs call on the EU to use frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine and accelerate the phase-out of Moscow’s energy. In the second debate with representatives of the European Commission, MEPs are set to call on the EU to accelerate the phase-out of Russian gas and other Russian energy commodities. Opening statement by Dan JØRGENSEN, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing. This transcription is a result of an automatic process. Please check against delivery.

Accelerating the phase-out of Russian gas and other Russian energy commodities in the EU: Opening statement by Dan JØRGENSEN, European Commissioner for Energy and Housing

Ja ziņu sociālajos tīklos pārpludina atbildes, kurās ir daudz agresijas, tas varētu liecināt par apklusināšanas kampaņu.

Kritikas apklusināšana ir veids, ko bieži izmanto manipulācijai. Organizatori cer, ka mērķauditorija baidīsies izteikties un neērtie viedokļi pazudīs no publiskajām debatēm.

Noskatieties mūsu videomateriālu, lai gūtu skaidrību, kā to panāk un kā jūs tam varat pretoties.

Kā darbojas dezinformācija | 6. epizode. Kritikas apklusināšana

Ja ziņu sociālajos tīklos pārpludina atbildes, kurās ir daudz agresijas, tas varētu liecināt par apklusināšanas kampaņu.

Kritikas apklusināšana ir veids, ko bieži izmanto manipulācijai. Tie, kas vada šo kampaņu, cer, ka mērķauditorija baidīsies izteikties un neērtie viedokļi pazudīs no publiskajām debatēm.

Noskatieties mūsu videomateriālu, lai gūtu skaidrību, kā to panāk un kā jūs tam varat pretoties.

Konteksts ir ārkārtīgi svarīgs, un dezinformācijas izplatītājiem tas ir zināms. Dažreiz viņi mēģina mūs ievilināt savos melos, sniedzot reālus faktus, fotoattēlus vai runu daļas maldinošā kontekstā. 
 
Mēs jums parādīsim, kā tas notiek un kā izvairīties no iekrišanas šajās lamatās.

Kā darbojas dezinformācija | 5. epizode. Faktu izraušana no konteksta — 9:16

Kā darbojas dezinformācija | 5. epizode. Faktu izraušana no konteksta 

Atrast informāciju, kas šķietami apstiprina mūsu uzskatus, var būt patīkami. Tomēr var atklāties arī mūsu “aklais punkts”. 
  
Dezinformācijas izplatītāji var izmantot saturu, kas saskan ar mūsu uzskatiem un vērtībām, lai ar mums manipulētu. 
  
Šis videomateriāls palīdzēs jums atpazīt šo plaši izplatīto manipulācijas paņēmienu un pasargāt sevi no tā.

Kā darbojas dezinformācija | 4. epizode. Esošo uzskatu apstiprināšana 9:16

Kā darbojas dezinformācija | 4. epizode. Esošo uzskatu apstiprināšana

2024 was a year of elections and change, a year where we found hope in the darkness of war, a year of standing together and finding ways forward. Watch President Roberta Metsola’s New Year’s address: "Europe will continue to be a light in the world and we will continue to work to make people’s lives a little bit easier, safer and more prosperous."

New Year’s message of the European Parliament President Roberta METSOLA

The European Parliament has awarded the 2024 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought to Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado and President-elect Edmundo González Urrutia.

During the ceremony at December’s plenary session in Strasbourg, European Parliament President Roberta Metsola paid tribute to their fight to restore democracy in Venezuela.

Parliament recognises the opposition as the legitimate winners of Venezuela’s July 2024 presidential election, and condemns the electoral fraud and rights violations carried out by the Maduro regime that stayed in power despite mass protests.

The Sakharov Prize is the EU’s highest award for human rights defenders. The other finalists from 2024 were Azerbaijani anti-corruption activist Dr Gubad Ibadoghlu and the Women of the Sun and Women Wage Peace movements, which promote reconciliation and understanding between Israelis and Palestinians.

Read more on the 2024 Sakharov Prize winners: https://www.europarl.europa.eu/topics/en/article/20240913STO23909/sakharov-prize-2024-goes-to-venezuelan-opposition-leaders

Parliament hands 2024 Sakharov Prize to Venezuelan opposition

On 1 January 2025, Romania and Bulgaria entered the Schengen area. The Schengen Area is an area comprising 29 European countries that have officially abolished all passport and all other types of border control at their mutual borders. Of the 27 EU member states, 25 participate in the Schengen Area. Cyprus and Ireland do not at this time. The four European Free Trade Association (EFTA) member states, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland, have signed agreements in association with the Schengen Agreement. This video stockshot provides illustration footage of free border passage between Romania and Bulgaria at the Calafat (Romania) – Vidin (Bulgaria) bridge over the Danube, and near the Nădlac II border crossing point on the A1/M43 motorway between Romania and Hungary.

Infoclip: Romania joining the Schengen area

The infoclip illustrates an user navigating a cryptocurrency platform, physical cryptocoins, alongside instant payment services like Revolut and Bizum; aerial drone views of the European Central Bank (ECB) headquarters, followed by scenes of President Christine Lagarde leading a press conference at the ECB (provided by the European Central Bank, mandatory to include the source) and participating in the European Parliament in Strasbourg. The video also includes footage from the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (Images free of charge for journalistic purposes using the reference “Deutsche Börse AG”. Use for own advertising purposes is not permitted. For more information, contact media-relations@deutsche-boerse.com), from the money creation process, people withdrawing cash from ATMs, and people paying using mobile phones and contactless cards.

Infoclip: Cryptocurrencies, new and traditional means of payments and monetary policy

Women continue to face gender imbalances in certain professions and are not always equally represented across industries. This infoclip includes illustrations of women making significant contributions in key roles across various sectors, including scientific and artificial intelligence research, medicine, the maritime industry, and academia.

Infoclip: Women’s Rights: Empowering women in key sectors

This infoclip illustrates women in different roles in defence, peacekeeping and peace advocacy. The footage shows a female peacekeeper in Mali, HRH Crown Princess Victoria of Sweden visiting a military base and its surroundings, and women with different functions in defence.

Infoclip: Women in defence, peacekeeping and peace advocacy

This infolcip illustrates different views of Washington D.C. including the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial, the Supreme Court, the Capitol, the Washington Monument....

Infoclip: General views of Washington D.C. (United States of America)

This infoclip gives an overview of the tech giants Meta, Amazon, Google,TikTok, LinkedIn and X. In 2025 Meta announced the end of its third party fact-checking program. In 2024 the Commission opened proceedings against TikTok for not having assessed risks linked to election integrity. The Commission also proceeded against X for breaching the DSA. This infoclip shows Meta's exhibition, a woman buying on Amazon, people scrolling on social media and TikTok premises (Source : Tiktok).

Infoclip: Digital Services Act (DSA), E-Commerce and Social Media

The infoclip features the Antwerp’s commercial harbour, showing container barges transporting cars and other goods into containers. It also highlights tugboat maneuvers ships through the busy port. Aerial drone shots provide general overviews of the harbour’s scale and activity. From street-level views captured from a car, we see the trucks transporting goods into the port. The footage also highlights modern wind turbines. Shipping remains one of the most important means of trade for the Member States of the EU. Nowadays, ships carry more than half the value of goods imports to the EU and over 40 percent of goods exports from the EU. In 2021, about 1.1 trillion euros worth of goods were imported to the EU, and about 956 billion euros worth of cargo exported from the EU by sea.

Infoclip: Maritime trade

This infoclip shows an in-depth look at the association Women of the Sun, a 2024 Sakharov Prize nominee. The video features general views of Bethlehem, scenes from the Women of the Sun association’s, including a meeting led by its director Reem Al Hajajra. Additional footage includes office daily life, as well as Reem Al Hajajra at her desk. The organization promotes cultural awareness and political engagement for women in Palestine.

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