Press briefing ahead of plenary session today at 13:30
The European Parliament spokesperson will hold a press briefing ahead of plenary session today at 13:30 to give media a final update on priorities, logistics and arrangements.
European Parliament
Plenary votes in Strasbourg, committee decisions in Brussels, and the press releases that follow. Every item is written in our own words and links straight to the Parliament’s own statement, so the original wording is one click away. See also European Commission.
ITRE backs competitiveness fund focusing on industrial security
ITRE committee MEPs adopted amendments to reshape the Competitiveness Fund, refocusing its scope, governance and budget to prioritise industrial security across the EU.
MEPs back measures to strengthen scientific excellence
ITRE committee MEPs endorsed recommendations to strengthen scientific excellence, boost expert scientific advice and better connect research with EU competitiveness under Horizon Europe.
Strengthening the Connecting Europe Facility for 2028–2034
ITRE and TRAN committees reached agreement to strengthen the Connecting Europe Facility, aiming to boost investment in strategic cross-border energy, transport and digital infrastructure.
Committee adopts position on European Social Fund
The Employment and Social Affairs Committee adopted its position on the European Social Fund, setting Parliament’s negotiating stance for the 2028–2034 programming period and priorities.
Closure of Novaya Gazeta seen as attack on independent journalism
MEPs condemned the closure of Novaya Gazeta as an attack on independent journalism and a sign of an authoritarian effort to restrict citizens’ access to information.
MEPs to host ACP parliamentarians on global challenges
Around 160 parliamentarians from African, Caribbean and Pacific states will meet with MEPs in the European Parliament next week to discuss global challenges and foster dialogue.
Uptake of clean vehicles in corporate fleets
TRAN and ENVI committees adopted a joint position to accelerate the uptake of clean vehicles in corporate fleets, pushing measures to reduce emissions and improve air quality in the EU.
Adjusted CO2 targets for new cars and vans
The Environment Committee adopted a proposal with adjusted CO2 targets for new cars and vans and incentives to promote clean vehicles manufactured within the EU single market.
Boost electric vehicles across EU markets
Three Parliament committees propose simplifying rules and improving measures to boost electric vehicles across the EU internal market, targeting regulatory and deployment barriers.
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