Eurovision debate: aspirants for Commission presidency

Brussels 23.05.2024 Today the Eurovision debate between the lead candidates for the Commission presidency has taken place in the European Parliament, Brussels. The European Broadcasting Union (EBU), which is organising the debate, has hosted Walter Baier (Austria, European Left), Sandro Gozi (Italy, Renew Europe Now), Ursula von der Leyen – incumbent president of the EU…

Italy wins EU extra funds for illegal migrants

This week the European Union nations agreed on  a long-term budget for the EU  including backing nearly 4 billion extra for managing illegal migrant flows and reinforce border control. The deal has been concluded after Italy withdrew the veto, imposed by then Prime Minister Matteo Renzi last October in an attempt to receive support from…