David SASSOLI, EP President, speaks to the press following the plenary session of the European Parliament in Brussels. On 16-17 April, MEPs voted on €3 billion in emergency support for the health sectors of the most affected EU countries as well as on a scheme to procure medical supplies for member states facing shortages. The package also included additional funds for the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and support to help Greece deal with increased migratory pressures.

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SASSOLI, David Maria (S&D, IT, S&D, IT)

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Press conference by David SASSOLI, EP President, following the plenary session

SOUNDBITE (French), Jaume DUCH GUILLOT, Spokesperson and Director-General for Communication of the EP, -

SOUNDBITE (Italian), David SASSOLI, EP President, -