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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · Jan 17

New platform, same mission: representing you, listening to you.

Follow for updates, insights, and debates from your Parliament - and be part of the conversation about the future of democracy 💬

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 13h

"Greenland needs the European Union, and the European Union needs Greenland." 🇬🇱🤝🇪🇺

Greenland's Prime Minister Jens-Frederik Nielsen spoke at the European Parliament today, emphasising the potential of broader and stronger cooperation with the EU.

Read more: link.europa.eu/wwffTf

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Roberta Metsola @president.europarl.europa.eu · 19h

Farmers feed us all. They deserve our full support.

Proud that @europarl.europa.eu has just voted to make their work easier & their future more secure.

We’re simplifying requirements, creating a more workable framework & streamlining support.

Especially for small farmers.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 1d

In his speech he emphasised that there's no time to lose on dealing with the challenges citizens and countries face today and stressed that in the midst of a changing international landscape, it is crucial that we recommit to European values.

Luc Frieden: “We cannot give up on the rules-based system and international law” | News | European Parliament

Addressing MEPs, Prime Minister of Luxembourg Luc Frieden stressed Europe must recommit to its core values of liberty, democracy, and the rule of law.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 1d

During the 'This is Europe' debate, Luxembourg's Prime Minister Luc Frieden addressed Members of the European Parliament.

A visual with two photos of Luc Frieden (Luxembourg's Prime Minister) in the European Parliament's plenary chamber. There is a text quote in yellow: A democracy can only work on the basis of trust. And such trust is earned through concrete actions and progress.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 2d

In Parliament this week:

• Russian incursions into EU airspace
• EU's role in supporting peace efforts in Gaza
• Votes on two motions of no confidence against the European Commission.

🔗 Find out more: link.europa.eu/VkBMTY

A visual announcing the main topics of the European Parliament's agenda for 6 - 9 October 2025: incursions into EU airspace, peace in Gaza and motions of no confidence against European Commission.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 3d

On World Teacher's Day, discover new digital learning resources that bring the story of European integration to life.

Made by the House of European History with the help of 1,000 teachers, for millions of students: historia.europa.eu/en/learn/his...

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 4d

Farmers protect Europe’s food supply.

The EU must protect them.

In the new agriculture policy, the European Parliament wants a bigger agriculture budget, incentives to protect the environment, support for young & new farmers, and more.

🔗 Learn more: link.europa.eu/xVGvPq

An infographic describing how EU farming funds are used in different EU member states, according to the latest data.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 5d

Today is German Unity Day 🇩🇪🤝🇩🇪

#OnThisDay 35 years ago, East and West Germany reunited after 41 years apart.

During this time, the European Parliament supported Germany’s struggle for reunification and urged East German authorities to allow families to reunite in the West.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 6d

According to a recent Eurobarometer survey, the EU is viewed as a place of stability by its citizens, with more than 7 out of 10 respondents saying that their country has benefitted from being a member of the EU.

🔗 Read more: europa.eu/!K8Wqcq

Infographic showing what percentage of respondents in different EU member states said that they believe that their country has benefitted from EU membership.

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Roberta Metsola @president.europarl.europa.eu · 6d

The European Political Community meets in Copenhagen at a critical moment for our continent.

This is the time to strengthen Europe’s security, stability and resilience.

And to deepen political and economic cooperation with our closest friends and partners.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 7d

Don't be like Derek.

Apply for a Schuman traineeship at the European Parliament now! 🇪🇺

You have until 31 October at 23:59 (Brussels time).

Apply now: ep-stages.gestmax.eu

A visual of a group chat conversation between friends who are considering applying for the Schuman traineeship in the European Parliament.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 8d

Check Parliament's website and see for yourself! link.europa.eu/v78g3X

Topics | European Parliament

Discover the topics Parliament is working on

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 8d

How do you say 'International Translation Day' in your language? 🧐

Meet Shannon who works in translation for the European Parliament. Thanks to her and others' work, you can access Parliament’s information in all 24 official EU languages.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 9d

Every year, almost 60 million tonnes of food get wasted in the EU.

That’s 129 kg per person!

On the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, find out what the EU is doing to tackle this issue: link.europa.eu/7FN3YH

Infographic detailing the amount of food waste per inhabitant in the EU in a variety of categories.

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Roberta Metsola @president.europarl.europa.eu · 9d

The future of Moldova is in Europe! 🇪🇺🇲🇩

On this historic step forward, the people of Moldova have chosen the path of democracy, hope and opportunities.

They have chosen Europe.

Europa este Moldova. Moldova este Europa.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 10d

Better support during disruptions, clearer rules on vouchers, and stronger trip cancellation protections. Parliament wants you to be more protected the next time you book a package holiday.

Learn more: link.europa.eu/MRWDXb

A visual for World Tourism Day, detailing the support that the European Parliament shows for EU passengers in relation to vouchers, refunds and cancellations.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 12d

Happy European Day of Languages!

With 24 official languages, the EU is united in linguistic diversity 💙

Multilingualism is democracy in action: everyone in the EU can follow the work of their MEPs in any of the 24 official EU languages.

🔗 Learn more: link.europa.eu/Q6qCmG

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 13d

Textile producers will soon have to pay for collecting, sorting and recycling clothes, shoes, and other fabrics, thanks to new rules adopted by the European Parliament.

🔗 Learn more: link.europa.eu/N9Bkmg

Text reading '12.6 million tonnes of textile waste are generated each year in the EU', with a pile of textiles in the background.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 14d

An increasing number of projects will need to be funded by the EU as a whole, rather than by EU countries individually, say almost 8 in 10 respondents.

🔗 Read more from the latest Eurobarometer survey: europa.eu/!vvRMYM

A map showing what percentage of respondents from different EU countries believe that more projects need to be funded by the EU as a whole, according to the European Parliament's latest Eurobarometer survey.

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 15d

The nominees for the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought 2025 have been announced 🕊️

🔗 Find out who is in the running for this year's prize: link.europa.eu/t476H3

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European Parliamentary Diplomacy @epdiplomacy.bsky.social · 20d

This Monday, the @europarl.europa.eu pays tribute to the 2023 #Sakharov Prize laureate: the Woman, Life, Freedom Movement from Iran. 💇‍♀️ 🕊️
— here with @hneumannmep.bsky.social

Details & registration: tinyurl.com/yc4shmzw
🗓️ 22 SEPT | 🕒 14:30-17:15 CET | 📍 EP Brussels

#WomanLifeFreedom

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 17d

🚗 Sustainable cars, from design to end of life.

New EU rules would mean vehicle parts can be removed and replaced, reused, recycled or refurbished.

Parliament adopted its position on 9 September, and negotiations will start soon.

Find out more: link.europa.eu/c9M46M

Photo of a man walking through a warehouse full of spare car parts

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 18d

90% of importers will be exempt from new EU carbon leakage rules, making life easier for small companies.

At the same time, 99% of CO2 emissions will be covered, so climate ambition is maintained.

Parliament has voted for a simpler carbon border adjustment mechanism: link.europa.eu/8fKjxY

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 19d

Moldova has the right to decide its own path, despite Russia's efforts to control it.

MEPs condemn Russia's attempts to influence Moldova's upcoming parliamentary elections.

The EU must continue to help Moldova ensure a free, fair and transparent vote, they say.

link.europa.eu/9GPRFr

A photo of the flag of Moldova at full mast on the side of a building. The clear, blue sky is prominent in the background. Text on the image reads "Strengthening Moldova's resilience against Russian interference".

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European Parliament @europarl.europa.eu · 20d

1300 days since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion, President Roberta Metsola is in Ukraine with a strong message of support, officially opening the European Parliament’s office in Kyiv.

"Just as we stood with you on day one, we will remain at your side." - @president.europarl.europa.eu

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola shakes hands with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Parliament President Roberta Metsola stands with the Ukrainian Prime Minister Yulia Svyrydenko between the EU and Ukrainian flags.

Members of the Ukrainian parliament, the Verkhovna Rada, listen to the European Parliament President Roberta Metsola speak.

European Parliament President Roberta Metsola stands with the chairman of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine, Ruslan Stefanchuk, at the Memory Wall of Fallen Defenders of Ukraine in Russian-Ukrainian war.

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