European Commission @EU_Commission@respublicae.eu

The #Eurobarometer survey, conducted in June-July 2022, shows that 65% of Europeans are optimistic about the future of the EU.

And the approval rate of the euro has reached its highest level ever.

Learn more about the latest survey here 👉 http://europa.eu/!VvwxCG

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When it comes to energy, an overwhelming majority of EU citizens support investment in renewables.

86% of citizens support measures to reduce our dependency on Russian energy. And 83% agree that EU countries should buy energy jointly to get a better price.

#REPowerEU

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Europeans confirm their strong support for the EU's response to Russia's war of aggression.

78% of citizens support EU economic sanctions on Russia.

Almost 7 in 10 are in favour of financing the supply and delivery of military equipment to Ukraine.

#StandWithUkraine

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Europeans continue to strongly support the EU's response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the EU's energy actions.

The new #Eurobarometer survey released today also shows how Europeans feel about the European Union, the economy, COVID-19 and what their concerns are.

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Bosnia and Herzegovina joins the #EUCivPro Mechanism as a full member.

🇧🇦 will enhance Europe's regional emergency preparedness and rescue capacity.

This is a recognition of the significant progress 🇧🇦 has made over the years in building a resilient civil protection system.

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We have mobilised our economic might like never before.

Our far-reaching sanctions are causing colossal damage to the Kremlin's ability to wage war. And the damage will only grow over time.

Putin himself has admitted it.

#StandWithUkraine

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We reaffirm our commitment to support people affected by the devastating floods in Pakistan.

The EU is coordinating incoming aid offers for shelter, food and health care on top of EU humanitarian funding released over the past weeks to support families affected.

#EUSolidarity

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RT @vonderleyen: Putin is using energy as a weapon by cutting supply and manipulating our energy markets.

He will fail.

Europe will prevail.

The @EU_Commission is preparing proposals to help vulnerable households and businesses to cope with high energy prices.

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RT @vonderleyen: Congratulations @trussliz.
The EU and the UK are partners.

We face many challenges together, from climate change to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

I look forward to a constructive relationship, in full respect of our agreements.

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⏳ Next week → #SOTEU 2022.

The State of the Union speech will be a moment to reflect on the most pressing challenges we are facing today and to create ideas for shaping our collective future.

📅 President @vonderleyen will deliver her third SOTEU address on 14 September. ↓

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Sweden aims to be climate neutral 5 years ahead of the 🇪🇺 target.

We grant 🇸🇪 €155.7 million to support the country's efforts to curb emissions and alleviate the impact of the green transition.

The funds will ensure that the transition leaves no one behind.

#EUGreenDeal

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Finally, we also signed two agreements which pave the way for Ukraine's participation in the EU's Customs and Fiscal programmes.

This is a major boost for cooperation between the EU and Ukraine on customs and tax matters.

#StandWithUkraine

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From now on, Ukrainian businesses, organisations, and public administrations can access the calls from the Digital Europe Programme.

It will enable 🇺🇦 to apply for funding for projects in capacity areas such as supercomputing and artificial intelligence.

#StandWithUkraine

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Today, the 8th EU-Ukraine Association Council takes place.

This is the first time the Council is held with 🇺🇦 as a candidate country.

In the margins of the Council, we are signing agreements to further strengthen our cooperation 👇

#StandWithUkraine

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RT @vonderleyen: Horrified by the deadly attacks committed in Saskatchewan today.

Dear @JustinTrudeau, dear Canadian people, Europe mourns with you.

I hope the perpetrators will soon be apprehended and brought to justice.

I will pay my tribute to the victims when I’m in Saskatoon in 2 weeks.

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We have published a practical manual to help Ukrainian children continue their education in the EU.

As more than 500,000 young Ukrainians have been integrated in school systems in the EU countries, we need to prepare Ukraine's youth for their European future.

#BackToSchool

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The North and Baltic Seas Summits have set a target of 85 GW in additional offshore wind capacity by 2030.

This can power the equivalent of all households in 🇦🇹🇨🇿🇵🇱🇸🇰🇸🇮. And we can do so much more.

Together we will make Europe a renewable energy powerhouse.

#REPowerEU

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This week we opened the new EU Medevac Hub near 🇵🇱Rzeszów for medical evacuations of 🇺🇦patients.

It will play a key role in the swift transfer of patients to hospitals across Europe, providing 24/7 nursing care, screening, vaccination & mental health support.

#StandWithUkraine

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The skyrocketing electricity prices are now exposing the limitations of our electricity market design, developed for different circumstances.

We are working on an emergency tool and a structural reform of the electricity market.

President @vonderleyen at this week's #BSF2022

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We need to be ready to face another challenging autumn/winter.

EU countries must prepare to avoid a surge in COVID-19 cases by:

🔹Closing vaccination gaps & rolling out boosters
🔹Ensuring surveillance, preparedness & response
🔹Continuing global actions

#StrongerTogether

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