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Belgians seek increased citizen involvement in policymaking
Belgians seek increased citizen involvement in policymaking
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Zurab Musinyan: “Let my case lie at door of Russian special services combating international terrorism…”
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World Refugee Day: Joint Statement by the European Commission and the High Representative
No country, no region in the world has been spared from the impact of COVID-19. The virus is exacerbating existing inequalities and has a disproportionate effect on refugees,Read More...
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Why Andorra finds EU membership unappealing?
Andorra, a small landlocked country located in the eastern Pyrenees mountains between France and Spain, has long maintained a unique position in Europe. With a population ofRead More...
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Who will succeed Stoltenberg as NATO secretary-general?
As Jens Stoltenberg's tenure as NATO Secretary-General approaches its end, discussions and conjecture are mounting regarding his potential successor.Read More...
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Which EU candidate country is the most likely to join the bloc quickly?
The European Union (EU) has a well-established process for countries seeking membership, known as accession. While the journey to EU membership can be long and arduous,Read More...
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Where are the women in Fiji's new era of democracy?
Fiji's recent election in December 2022 marked a milestone in the country's democratic journey, with a coalition government led by Sitiveni Rabuka, a former prime minister, coupRead More...
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What will the process of protecting and fostering Jewish life in the EU look like?
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Belgians seek increased citizen involvement in policymaking
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EU's 2025 budget prioritizes research, health, education, and climate action
As the European Parliament (MEPs) and EU member states gear up for budget negotiations, MEPs are advocating for a...28 October 2024Read More...
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Lost in Europe investigation wins 2024 Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism
The 2024 Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism has been awarded to Lost in Europe for its groundbreaking investigation...24 October 2024Read More...
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MEPs announce finalists for 2024 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought
MEPs have shortlisted three finalists for the 2024 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought, following a vote by the...17 October 2024Read More...
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