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Participation of Jutta Urpilainen, European Commissioner, in the EU-Latin America and the Caribbean Forum
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New measures to better protect European democracy

The Commission has put forward new measures to ensure transparency of foreign interest representation, strengthen electoral processes and ensure citizens and civil society organisations can participate in policymaking.

A photo from an EP Plenary session - Award of the Sakharov Prize 2023
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2023 Sakharov Prize awarded to Jina Mahsa Amini and Iranian protesters

The European Parliament has awarded the 2023 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought to Jina Mahsa Amini and the Woman, Life, Freedom movement in Iran. It serves as a tribute to all the brave and defiant women, men and young people in Iran who are fighting for their rights and pushing for change.

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EU agrees first rules for artificial intelligence in the world

The Artificial Intelligence Act will ensure that artificial intelligence systems on the European market and used in the EU are safe, and respect fundamental rights and EU values. The law will also stimulate investment and innovation in Europe.

Energy efficient residential house
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Reducing the emissions and energy use of buildings across the EU

The Council and Parliament have reached a new agreement on strengthening the energy performance of buildings. Phasing out fossil fuel boilers, renovating the worst-performing buildings and making new ones solar-ready will lower energy bills, cut emissions and boost Europe's energy independence.

A child and a dog playing on the floor
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New rules to improve animal welfare

The European Commission has today proposed new rules to improve the welfare of dogs and cats in the EU, and the conditions for animals during transport. It has also responded to a citizens' initiative 'Fur Free Europe' to ban fur farming in the EU.

Young people and European flag
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Celebrating 30 years of EU citizenship with reinforced rights

To mark the 30th anniversary of EU citizenship, the Commission has presented a set of measures to strengthen the rights of EU citizens. They reinforce the right to freedom of movement, effective participation in democratic processes, and consular protection when travelling outside the EU.

Jews And Palestinian Peace Walk In Cologne: local residents shows their solidarity with the victims both side and take a peace walk and demand to stop the war and return the hostage, November2023
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No place for hate: new ways of tackling hatred in Europe

In the wake of alarming increases in hate speech and hate crime, as a result of the crisis in the Middle East, the Commission has put forward a proposal to step up efforts to tackle hatred in all its forms in the EU. It will do this through various policies, including culture, digital and sport.

Representatives of San Cristóbal de La Laguna receiving the Access City Award
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San Cristóbal de La Laguna wins 2024 Access City Award

The Spanish city of San Cristóbal de La Laguna has received the 2024 Access City Award, for advancing accessibility for persons with disabilities. More specifically, the award recognised its work in prioritising accessibility across urban spaces, transportation systems, and social activities.

United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) meeting in Katowice, Poland / COP24
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Deal on stronger press freedom and free speech protection

The EU has struck a deal on a law that would better protect journalists and human rights defenders against strategic lawsuits against public participation, or SLAPPs. These are increasingly being used to silence people who speak out on public interest issues.

The use of Wi-Fi and roaming in train and metro stations, and in public spaces
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Improved rights for EU travellers

Passenger rights will be reinforced, thanks to new Commission proposals. The updates to existing travel legislation would reaffirm the right of passengers to get refunded within 14 days; give them more clarity on who will reimburse their airline tickets and access to better information.

Young people wearing the European Solidarity Corps (ESC) t-shirt
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€145 million to boost to European volunteering activities in 2024

The European Solidarity Corps will get new funding worth €145 million in 2024. Thanks to this money, young people across the EU and beyond will be able to volunteer in projects on social inclusion, the green and digital transitions, democratic participation and health.

Spanish NGO rescues 194 irregular migrants near Lampedusa
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New ways to fight migrant smuggling

Every year, thousands of lives are lost because of migrant smuggling. To fight this deadly criminal activity, the Commission has launched the Global Alliance to Counter Migrant Smuggling and proposed updating EU rules to prevent and fight migrant smuggling.

OLAF's Customs Operation at the border between Ukraine and Poland
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86 million fake items worth more than €2 billion seized in the EU in 2022

In 2022, the European Union detained around 86 million counterfeit items. The estimated value of these items exceeded €2 billion, reflecting a 3% increase from the previous year. The top five detained products included games, packaging material, toys, cigarettes, and recorded CDs/DVDs.

Woman stands with back to camera against a background of pictures of women
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EU calls for end of violence against women

On International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the EU renews its commitment to eradicate violence against women and girls in the EU and beyond. More than 3,000 women are killed each year in Europe by partners or family members, and countless more are harmed and harassed.