Strasbourg. 13.03.2018. Matteo Salvini, Member of the European Parliament, gave his press-conference addressing key issues of his future work as a head of the Italian government, and also in the relation to the EU. He ensured that he will do his best to “rebuild” Italy, and impact the return of the European Union to its…
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Berlusconi backs Salvini in bid for leadership
Silvio Berlusconi supports his ally, the leader of the Lega Nord party, Matteo Salvini in his bid for the negotiations in forming of the Italian government. #ANSA | Govt mandate for centre right-Berlusconi – We'll support Salvini says Forza Italia leader https://t.co/jDeaW51auy — Ansa English News (@ansa_english) March 7, 2018 The leader of Forza Italia,…
EC: Italian economy at risk
The Italian economy is one of the most at risk in the European Union because of its considerable debt and fragile banking sector, the European Commission said in a recurrent warning that may resonate strongly after Italy’s inconclusive elections. #ANSA | Italy growth far below EU average (4) – 'Strengthened but productivity, banks still issues' https://t.co/waLtLocWgJ…
Salvini versus Di Maio contesting ‘laurel wreath’
Two anti-establishment leaders declared readiness to govern Italy, the move is sending ripples across the euro zone after voters relegated mainstream parties to the sidelines in delivering a hung parliament. With the EU27 third-largest economy seemingly facing prolonged political instability, the anti-immigrant Lega Nord claimed the right to rule after its center-right alliance won the…
EU reacts upon Ukrainian state funds “misappropriation”
The Council extended until 6 March 2019 the asset freezes against 13 persons identified as responsible for the misappropriation of Ukrainian state funds or for the abuse of office causing a loss to Ukrainian public funds. The restrictive measures against two persons were not extended. This decision was based on the annual review of the…
EU provides humanitarian aid to eastern Ukraine
The European Commission has announced today €24 million in humanitarian assistance to address the needs of conflict-affected people in eastern Ukraine. The 4th year of conflict in eastern Ukraine affects 4.4 million people. Every day millions are forced to make impossible choices between food, medicine, or shelter. The EU has committed €24 million in aid…
MEPs stand for Schengen enlargement
The enlargement of the Schengen area to Bulgaria and Romania is in focus of the Bulgarian presidency of the EU, and the Members of the European Parliament (MEPs). Despite Bulgaria and Romania fulfilling the necessary criteria and repeated calls from the MEPs to let them join, the Schengen area has not been expanded to these…
EU celebrates 70th anniversary of Human Rights
In a year Europe honors the 70th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, and the EU reaffirms its strong support for the work of the UN human rights system. The European Union will never leave human rights defenders and civil society organisations alone: it’s the most invaluable partnership we can rely on to…
EU leaders for augmenting EU budget after Brexit
Portugal is convinced that member states should contribute more to the European Union’s budget and is proposing three new taxes to finance what will be a 27-strong bloc after Britain leaves it, Prime Minister Antonio Costa said. During his doorstep in Brussels before the start of an informal EU summit, Costa said Portugal supported the idea…
Luis de Guindos to head ECB
Eurozone finance ministers on Monday (19/02/2017) have endorsed Spanish Economy Minister Luis de Guindos to succeed European Central Bank (ECB) vice president Vitor Constancio in May, the choice will enlarge the chances of a German becoming head of the ECB next year. #Eurogroup gives its support to the candidacy of @LdeGuindos for the position of #ECB…
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