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A new EU recommendation encourages greater take-up of opportunities to learn, study or train abroad, both within the EU and in non-EU countries. At least 23% of graduates in higher education and 12% of vocational learners should have a learning experience abroad.
To better protect our communities and the environment this summer, the EU has put together 556 firefighters from 12 countries that will stand ready to support local fire brigades in EU countries. It has also set up a fleet of 28 airplanes and 4 helicopters to tackle blazes in 10 Member States.
The EU has approved stricter CO2 emission standards for heavy-duty vehicles such as small trucks, buses and trailers. Stronger rules will further reduce CO2 emissions, introduce new emission reduction targets and help increase the share of zero-emission heavy-duty vehicles across the EU.