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Child with a European umbrella at the beach
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Commission publishes plans for a common European tourism data space

The Commission has presented a plan to boost data-sharing and innovation, making the EU's tourism sector smarter, more sustainable and more resilient. Tourism businesses and public authorities will be able to share a broad range of data thanks to this.

Cybersecurity
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EU countries agree on security requirements for digital products

EU countries’ representatives have reached a common position on a proposed law that addresses all relevant aspects of cybersecurity of connected devices. The new law will help ensure that products with digital components, such as smart fridges, TVs, and toys, are safe before entering the market.

EU and Chilean flags
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EU and Chile establish partnership on sustainable critical raw materials

The EU and Chile have agreed to work more closely on sustainable raw materials value chains at the EU-CELAC Summit in Brussels. The new partnership will contribute to the clean energy and digital transition of both partners, in line with the EU's Global Gateway strategy.

A wind turbine
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EU and Uruguay boost cooperation on clean energy

The EU and Uruguay have decided to step up their cooperation on renewable energy, energy efficiency and renewable hydrogen at the EU-CELAC summit in Brussels. This paves the way for future activities and cooperation in these areas supported by the Global Gateway investment strategy.

Man and woman stare out to sea at search and rescue boat going past, Sicily
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European Parliament demands more EU action to save lives at sea

The European Parliament has adopted a resolution asking for EU countries and border agency Frontex to carry out more active and coordinated search and rescue operations at sea. The resolution aims to prevent the loss of life of people attempting to cross the Mediterranean.

MEPs seated and voting in an European Parliament plenary session
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European Parliament approves plans to provide more ammunition for Ukraine

The new Act aims to accelerate the delivery of ammunition and missiles to Ukraine and to help member states restock their arsenals. The new targeted measures include €500 million in financing and ramping up the EU’s production capacity to address the current shortage of defence products.

EU budget
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EU budget for 2024: Council of the EU agrees its position on draft budget

EU countries’ ambassadors agreed today to the Council of the EU’s position on the 2024 EU draft budget. The Council's position for next year's budget amounts to €187.008 billion in commitments and €141.167 billion in payments. The Council aims to formally adopt its position in September.

A child plants a flower
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Nature restoration law: MEPs adopt position for negotiations with Council

Parliament today adopted its position on the EU nature restoration law, saying the EU must have restoration measures in place by 2030 covering at least 20% of its land and sea areas. This means that Parliament is now ready to start negotiations with Council on the final shape of the legislation.

European Chips Act - Car sensor production site (Reutlingen, Germany)
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Semiconductors: MEPs adopt legislation to boost EU chips industry

The European Parliament has adopted the European Chips Act, which aims to create a favourable environment for chip investments in Europe. The new law, which must be now be endorsed by Council, will do so by boosting production and innovation, and establishing emergency measures against shortages.