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Meloni resigns as ECR president, endorses Poland’s Morawiecki for leadership
On the migrant deal with Albania, she insisted it "will work".
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Several hundreds, maybe thousands, may have died in Mayotte cyclone
Asked about the death toll from Cyclone Chido, the French interior ministry said "it will be difficult to account for all victims" and a figure could not be determined at this stage.
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Tech Pro Brief – the week ahead, 16-20 December
Euractiv's Pro newsletter covering all things Tech, brought to you by Chris Powers, Théophane Hartmann, and Jacob Wulff Wold.
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Can the European Union achieve competitiveness through energy? [Promoted content]
The EU can improve substantially global competitiveness and achieve net-zero emissions by electrifying industries. Overcoming economic, technological, and regulatory barriers requires bold policies, investments, and cooperation to reduce emissions, lower costs, and future-proof manufacturing sectors. There are already many industrial sectors that can reduce energy bills and decarbonize manufacturing processes using available technologies.
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Polish ruling parties nominate different presidential candidates
The elections are scheduled for May 2025.
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Greece passes new budget, reassures defence spending
The 2025 budget was approved amid growing social dissatisfaction due to the high prices of essential goods.
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Russian tanker splits in storm, spilling oil into Kerch Strait
In recent years, Russia has been accused of using a so-called shadow fleet of tankers, which are often poorly maintained and lack proper insurance, to move oil and circumvent sanctions.
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Ukrainian arms industry pushes to allow foreign exports
"I rule out exports to anyone who could later supply them to Russia," Zelenskyy said.
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Bulgarian patients suing the state, seeking revolution in equal access to medicine
Bulgarian law hinders lifesaving and life-altering treatment access for patients over 18. Two patients are forced to pay €6,000 for infusions every 21 days.
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Syria to be Kallas’ first challenge as EU mulls approach towards Damascus
The EU is seeking to establish diplomatic contact "soon" with Syria's new rulers, a senior EU officials confirmed.
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Sustainable bioenergy isn’t just for transport, it’s a matter of certified rights [Advocacy Lab Content]
Ensuring bioenergy is genuinely sustainable requires robust certification systems. Certification isn’t just about the environment; it also aims to limit human rights violations.
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Israel to shut embassy in Ireland over ‘extreme anti-Israel policies’
Irish Prime Minister Simon Harris said the decision was deeply regrettable and his nation would always stand up for human rights and international law.
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Support EU data centres or ‘turn off the digital lights’, says industry [Advocacy Lab Content]
Around 20% of Ireland’s energy consumption goes to data centres, it’s not exceptional. Europe needs a sustainable data centre strategy, or it risks stalling our modern economy.
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Berlin police arrest four after attack on Social Democrat activists
The far right attackers travelled to the capital on Saturday with intent of "physical confrontations with 'leftists'", Berlin police and the local prosecutor's office said.
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Charging ahead – EU seeks competitiveness jolt in global battery market [Advocacy Lab Content]
Europe needs to ‘promote, protect, and partner’ if it’s to become a competitive battery player globally. Is EIB and InvestEU funding enough?
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EU should intensify engagement with Western Balkans, seven member states urge
More frequent joint ministerials and visits in the region should be considered, their letter stated.
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Digital governance in the era of hybrid warfare, with Estonia’s digital minister
In this episode, host Giada Santana is joined by Estonia's Justice and Digital Affairs Minister Liisa Pakosta to discuss Estonia's digital transformation and the challenges of securing a fully digital state in an era of escalating cyber warfare.
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New Commission must remain focused on building up hydrogen value chain
There is no net zero scenario which does not include clean and sustainable hydrogen for hard to abate sectors, transport, and energy storage.
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Bread should be a weapon of peace, not war
Despite the war, Ukraine ensures the world’s food security and supplies products to 400 million people worldwide in more than 100 countries.
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Rare confidence vote in Germany heralds end of Scholz era
If the chancellor loses, as expected, he will face early elections in February.
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