European Commission @EU_Commission@respublicae.eu

European-wide education.
With the latest Erasmus+ call, we achieved our goal set in 2022 by supporting a network of more than 560 higher education institutions.
They build inter-university campuses where students and staff from all parts of Europe can enjoy seamless mobility.

[2024-07-02 07:09 UTC]

Today, the landmark EU-Japan deal on cross border data flows enters into force.
The agreement will allow businesses to handle data efficiently without difficult administrative or storage requirements, in a predictable legal environment.
Learn more ↓

[2024-07-01 13:00 UTC]

The EU-Kenya trade agreement enters into force today.
This agreement will:
🔹boost trade in goods on both sides
🔹increase investment flows
🔹contribute to sustainable economic growth
ℹ️ Find out more about the EU-Kenya Economic Partnership Agreement:
http://europa.eu/!P6xJD7

[2024-07-01 10:32 UTC]

The "Pay or Consent" advertising model of Meta fails to comply with the Digital Markets Act.
Our preliminary findings show that this choice forces users to consent to the combination of their personal data and fails to provide them a less personalised but equivalent version of Meta’s social networks.
More info ↓
https://europa.eu/!yjjm9k

[2024-07-01 10:03 UTC]

This week, the EU has opened accession negotiations with 🇺🇦 and 🇲🇩.
We stand at the threshold of a key moment for these two countries. Together, we can forge a larger and forward-looking Europe.
The path ahead will be challenging, but also filled with immense opportunities.

[2024-06-30 12:45 UTC]

This week, we welcomed the
https://nitter.privacydev.net/EUCouncil
's adoption of a new sanctions package against Russia for its continued illegal war on Ukraine, focusing on:
▪️ LNG
▪️ SPFS financial messaging system
▪️ Putin’s dark fleet
▪️ Sanctions circumvention
Learn more ↓
https://nitter.privacydev.net/search?q=%23StandWithUkraine

[2024-06-30 10:00 UTC]

74% of Europeans agree that the 🇪🇺 is more effective in defending the trade interests of EU countries than countries acting on their own.
Our latest
https://nitter.privacydev.net/search?q=%23Eurobarometer
shows that there is strong support for the EU's role in global trade.
More info ↓
https://nitter.privacydev.net/search?q=%23EUtrade

[2024-06-30 08:30 UTC]

⚫ Protecting citizens
🟡 Strengthening the economy
🔴 Preparing for the future
These words capture the essence of the
https://nitter.privacydev.net/EU2024BE
Presidency of the Council of the EU, which is coming to an end this month.
We 🇪🇺 🇧🇪 worked together for a Union that delivers and empowers.

[2024-06-29 14:00 UTC]

We've excellent news to share just in time for summer.
☑️ About 85% of the bathing water sites in the EU meet the highest 🇪🇺 bathing quality standards.
☑️ Thanks to over 40 years of the efforts of EU countries, you can enjoy excellent bathing water quality today.
Learn more ↓

[2024-06-29 12:30 UTC]

We welcome the
https://nitter.privacydev.net/EUCouncil
adoption of a new set of sanctions against Belarus, in view of its involvement in Russia's illegal war of aggression against Ukraine.
The measures affect various sectors of the Belarusian economy and fight circumvention.
↓
https://nitter.privacydev.net/search?q=%23StandWithUkraine

[2024-06-29 11:08 UTC]

On
https://nitter.privacydev.net/search?q=%23DanubeDay
, we mark our commitment with the EU Strategy for the Danube Region, enhancing:
💧 transport connections
💧 energy connections
💧 environment
💧 socio-economic development
💧 security
Together, we strive to preserve this vital waterway for future generations ↓

[2024-06-29 10:00 UTC]

Weekend recap ↓
President von der Leyen proposed as candidate for
https://nitter.privacydev.net/EU_Commission
📂
http://europa.eu/!HWt4Hy
New package of sanctions against Russia
📂
http://europa.eu/!NqYVNN
Six non-euro area Member States' progress towards joining the euro area
📂
http://europa.eu/!g7B84k

[2024-06-29 07:00 UTC]

We have sent a request for information to Temu and Shein regarding their compliance with the Digital Services Act.
Both companies must provide the requested information by 12 July.
This request is also based on a complaint submitted by consumer organisations.
https://nitter.privacydev.net/search?q=%23EUconsumers

[2024-06-28 14:14 UTC]

Every five years, EU leaders agree on a new strategic agenda to guide the work and priorities of EU institutions for the upcoming mandate.
Adopted at
https://nitter.privacydev.net/search?q=%23EUCO
yesterday, the new agenda for 2024-2029 is based on three pillars:
➡️ a free and democratic Europe
➡️ a strong and secure Europe
➡️ a prosperous and competitive Europe
In the face of a new geopolitical reality, the strategic agenda aims to make Europe more sovereign and better equipped to deal with the future challenges.
Read more ↓
http://europa.eu/!FpwcJH

[2024-06-28 10:28 UTC]

R to @EU_Commission: EU leaders elected António Costa as President of the European Council.

More info ↓
http://europa.eu/!gKCBYw

[2024-06-28 09:34 UTC]

R to @EU_Commission: EU leaders also chose Kaja Kallas as candidate for High Representative for Foreign Affairs & Security Policy.

If confirmed by the EP, she will also become Vice-President of the Commission.

[2024-06-28 09:34 UTC]

Today and tomorrow, EU leaders meet in Brussels at
https://nitter.privacydev.net/search?q=%23EUCO
to discuss a full agenda, including:
→ adoption of the Strategic Agenda for the next 5 years
→ internal reforms
→ institutional appointments
→ exchange with President
https://nitter.privacydev.net/ZelenskyyUa
→ adoption of negotiating frameworks with Ukraine, Moldova and Montenegro.
→ Middle East crisis

[2024-06-27 11:11 UTC]

Are you the next European Woman Innovator?
The EU Prize for Women Innovators 2025 celebrates the outstanding achievements of women entrepreneurs driving positive change for people and the planet.
Apply by 25 September →
https://europa.eu/!4MgCTJ

[2024-06-27 10:57 UTC]

The euro turned 25 this year!
We asked citizens of 🇧🇬, 🇨🇿, 🇭🇺, 🇵🇱, 🇷🇴, 🇸🇪 – the six countries committed to adopting the euro – what they think about the single currency.
The majority supports it ↓
https://nitter.privacydev.net/search?q=%23Eurobarometer
https://nitter.privacydev.net/search?q=%23EUROat25

[2024-06-26 14:05 UTC]

"The EU condemns the Russian decision to ban 81 European media outlets in Russia.
This decision further restricts the already tightly controlled and restricted and censored access of the Russian population to independent and free information."
— Spokersperson
https://nitter.privacydev.net/ExtSpoxEU

[2024-06-26 12:46 UTC]