We've opened formal proceedings against Meta regarding the protection of minors on Facebook and Instagram. The systems of both platforms, including their algorithms, may stimulate behavioural addictions in children, as well as create so-called 'rabbit-hole effects’. More:

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Commission opens formal proceedings against Meta under the Digital Services Act related to the protection of minors on Facebook and Instagram

Today, the Commission has opened formal proceedings to assess whether Meta, the provider of Facebook and Instagram, may have breached the Digital S...

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"I strongly condemn the vile attack on Prime Minister Robert Fico. Such acts of violence have no place in our society and undermine democracy, our most precious common good. My thoughts are with PM Fico and his family." — President von der Leyen, 15 May 2024

Today, we are recommending to open EU accession negotiations with Bosnia and Herzegovina. Bosnia and Herzegovina has taken impressive steps forward, and the positive dynamic on the reform path needs to continue. Their future lies in our Union. Learn more →

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Commission proposes to open EU accession negotiations with Bosnia and Herzegovina and updates on progress made by Ukraine and Moldova

Today, the European Commission recommended to open EU accession negotiations with Bosnia and Herzegovina and discussed the upcoming oral report to ...

What unites 20 countries and about 350 million people? Our single currency, the euro. The euro has contributed to stability and prosperity in Europe and made it even easier to live, work and travel abroad. It is a symbol of unity and connection, of the strength that comes from working together – an achievement we should all be proud of. You can find out more about the euro on our website:

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Benefits of the euro | European Union

How the euro benefits EU citizens and the EU economy, both locally and globally: from price stability to better quality jobs and integrated financi...

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Discarded products are often viable goods that are often tossed prematurely. By repairing them, we will save €12 billion for consumers in the EU per year! Soon, you will benefit from new consumer rights that make repairs more appealing and straightforward after the legal guarantee has expired. Together, we can make a difference. #EUGreenDeal

This year we marked several important milestones in our history ⬇️ 70 years of the common market for coal and steel 65 years since the entry into force of the Treaties of Rome 55 years of the Customs Union 50 years since Denmark and Ireland joined the EU 30 years of the Treaty of Maastricht 30 years of the single market 30 years of Cohesion funds 25 years of the European Central Bank 25 years of Copernicus 10 years since Croatia joined the EU 5 years of the GDPR What’s on in 2024? Stay tuned.

The wait is finally over. From 2024, USB-C will be the common standard for electronic devices in the EU – and we have already seen the impact! It means 🔌The same charger for all phones, tablets and cameras ⚡ Harmonised fast-charging technology 🔄Reduced e-waste One charger to rule them all. Now, a reality. Learn more about the #EUCommonCharger here: 

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The EU common charger

The common charging solution promotes the use of common chargers for mobile phones and other portable electronic devices.

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Today, the Israeli flag flies high in front of our headquarters in Brussels. Hamas terrorists have struck at the heart of Israel capturing and killing innocent women and children. We deeply mourn the victims of these devastating attacks.

Last year, it was Aix-Marseille Provence Metropole 🇫🇷 and Haarlem 🇳🇱. Which cities do you think will win the #iCapitalAwards this year? 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝘆 Başakşehir 🇹🇷 Istanbul 🇹🇷 Kyiv 🇺🇦 Lisboa 🇵🇹 Lviv 🇺🇦 Warszawa 🇵🇱 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗰𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗼𝗿𝘆 Brugge 🇧🇪 Cork 🇮🇪 Leiden 🇳🇱 Linköping 🇸🇪 Linz 🇦🇹 Padova 🇮🇹 Stay tuned! The winners will be announced on 27 November 2023. Discover the 12 cities:

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European Capital of Innovation Awards (iCapital) 2023: find out who the 12 semi-finalists are!

12 cities from 10 countries have advanced to the semi-final stage of the ninth edition of the iCapital Awards.

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⚠️ Attention! This is a phishing email trying to grab your data! A lot of data is stolen every month, and much of it is personal. Cyber threats don’t discriminate – they target every industry there is. To kick off the European #CyberSecurityMonth, here's a quickie on cyber security: 🔒 Keep passwords secure 🔍 Check before you click 📂 Back up your data regularly 📱 Keep your devices up to date Our vow: Shielding your digital kingdom from cyber threats! #ThinkBeforeYouClick #DigitalEU

New school year, new challenges! We know that sometimes dealing with topics such as disinformation might not be very easy… but dear #teachers, we have got you covered! Explore our guidelines filled with tips and interactive exercises to teach your students more about how to: ✏️ know more about their digital footprints, 📏 engage with fact-checking, and 📘 tackle disinformation. Good luck to all the #students and teachers for this new chapter of your #school path! #EU #BackToSchool #FactsMatter

So far in 2023, 62 humanitarians have been killed, 33 kidnapped, and 82 wounded. These acts are unacceptable and must not be tolerated. On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we pay tribute to all the aid workers on the frontlines risking their lives to save others and reduce human suffering. The #EU is among the leading global humanitarian donors and invites the international donor #community to step up its commitments. Saving lives should not cost lives.

📣 Calling all EU history enthusiasts We have three essential stops to learn about the EU history in a fun and interactive way for your next visit to Brussels. #ExperienceEurope ⤵️ 📍 Rue Archimède 1, 1000 Brussels House of European History ⤵️ 📍 Rue Belliard 135, 1000 Brussels Parlamentarium ⤵️ 📍 Esplanade Solidarność 1980 Rue Wiertz 60, 1047 Brussels ℹ️ Free access. Open 7 days a week with translations in all 24 EU official languages.

Together, we are saving lives. So far, 2,400 Ukrainian patients have been transferred to receive specialised care in hospitals across #Europe via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. Russia's targeting of Ukrainian hospitals and #healthcare facilities has deprived chronically ill or injured patients of critical treatments. Since the early days of this brutal war of aggression, we have organised medical evacuations of patients to relieve the immense pressure on #Ukraine's healthcare system. #EU

The kingfishers might not see eye to eye. But there’s one thing we all can agree on – our Natura 2000 network is a haven for valuable and threatened species and habitats: 🌳 The mythical Foloi oak forest 🇬🇷 🦋 The Jersey Tiger butterfly and the Kingfisher Alcedo Attis. 🏞️ The Rila National Park 🇧🇬 with its mountains and glacial lakes. Now is the moment for us to recognise those who work hard to preserve our natural heritage. Apply for the Natura 2000 Award →

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Natura 2000 Award

The European Natura 2000 Award rewards excellence in the management of Natura 2000 sites and showcases the added value of the network for local com...

You write Erasmus+, you read better higher education. We support a four-year project to build a digital platform for universities in #Ukraine. It will ensure educational continuity for students, especially for those students who had to flee the country or are internally displaced. This week, we also selected 159 projects to improve #education systems and strengthen growth globally. We all gain from these exchanges and cooperation with our partners across the globe. #StandWithUkraine