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Introduction of the euro in Croatia
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European Central Bank surveys Europeans on new themes for euro banknotes

The ECB has invited Europeans to express their preferences on the proposed themes for the next series of euro banknotes. Until 31 August 2023, everybody in the euro area can respond to a survey on the ECB’s website. The ECB’s governing council expects to choose the future themes by 2024.

Alt Wetterade farm, Helmstorf, Germany
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Glyphosate: EU impact risk assessment finds no critical areas of concern

The European Food Safety Authority peer review of the risk assessment of glyphosate has identified no critical areas of concern regarding its impact on the health of humans, animals and the environment. It has however found a few data gaps which will be addressed soon.

Panoramic aerial drone view from above of the suspended bridge over danube river, under construction, between Braila and Tulcea cities in Romania
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EU Cohesion policy: largest bridge over the Danube opens for circulation

One of the biggest Cohesion Policy-funded projects, the Brăila bridge in Romania, has opened. It will connect the Black Sea ports and the Danube Delta with the rest of the country and the Trans-European Transport Network. The EU's contribution is €363 million from Cohesion Policy funds.

Rule of Law Report 2023 visual identity
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Rule of Law Report 2023: Progress on reforms but more to do

The Commission published its fourth annual Rule of Law Report, which looks at the situation in each Member State, as well as the EU as a whole. It notes that around two-thirds of the 2022 recommendations have been, fully or partially, addressed, but systemic concerns remain in some Member States.

A sprout
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A more sustainable use of plant and soil natural resources

The Commission adopted a package of measures for a sustainable use of key natural resources, which will also strengthen resilience of European food systems and farming. It includes a new soil law, a regulation on plants produced by genome techniques, and measures to reduce food and textile waste.

Inaugural meeting of the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the European Union with the European Commission
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Spanish Presidency of the Council of the EU kicks off in Madrid

The College of Commissioners of the European Commission met in Madrid today to mark the start of the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. The president of the Spanish Government, Pedro Sánchez, also held a meeting with the president of the Commission, Ursula von der Leyen.

Valdis Dombrovskis, Paolo Gentiloni, and Mairead McGuinness at a press conference
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The future of the euro: cash and digital

The European Commission has today put forward two proposals as part of the Single Currency Package. The first ensures that citizens and businesses can continue to use cash across the euro area. The second seeks to establish a framework for a possible new digital form of the euro.

Growth and jobs - Working together for Europe's future
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Air pollution: European Parliament pushes for tougher rules

Parliament’s Environment Committee wants to improve air quality in the EU to create a cleaner and healthier environment. Members of the European Parliament voted in favour of setting a stricter 2030 limit for several pollutants to ensure that air quality is not harmful to human health.

Somalia: education to make dreams come true
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Council of the EU: new strengthened EU partnership with Somalia

The EU has confirmed its commitment to strengthen its partnership with Somalia and willingness to deepen strategic cooperation. As the Council approved conclusions on the partnership, it commended the Federal Government of Somalia for its efforts to build peace and stability in the country.

A tractor next to a barn and a tree
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€430 million of EU funds to support the EU agricultural sector

The Commission proposes to mobilise €430 million of additional EU funding, for EU farmers impacted by adverse climatic events, high input costs, and diverse market and trade related issues. Further measures, including higher advance payments of CAP funds are also being proposed.