European Commission @EU_Commission@respublicae.eu

#OnThisDay in 1989, students gathered in Prague calling for freedom and democracy.

It sparked the #VelvetRevolution: a peaceful revolution that inspired Europe and the world.

This year, the Czech Republic holds the Presidency of the Council of the EU @EU2022_CZ.

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On the eve of winter, the destruction of Ukraine's energy infrastructure is reaching a critical point.

We are working tirelessly to help sustain the electricity supply in 🇺🇦 with a new delivery of energy equipment and emergency aid via the #EUCivPro Mechanism.

#StandWithUkraine

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1593202803907911682

We are fully prepared for this winter, but we need to act now to avoid falling short of gas for filling our storages next year.

This is why we are proposing a temporary regulation to unlock countless projects on renewables in the next 12 months.

#REPowerEU

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RT @vonderleyen: I congratulate @antonioguterres and President @RTErdogan for the agreement on the continuation of the Black Sea Grain Initiative

Together with EU Solidarity Lanes the UN Black Sea Grain Initiative helps avoid global food shortages and bring down food prices despite Russia’s war.

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1593160794891751424

It’s #InternationalStudentsDay.

Here are 9 opportunities for young Europeans to learn, work, volunteer, travel or even be part of the democratic process.

Find out what opportunities are in store for you.👇

https://europeancommission.medium.com/9-opportunities-for-young-europeans-53a91b8d134b

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5⃣ years ago, we proclaimed the European Pillar of Social Rights!

The Pillar is about delivering on rights for citizens by building on 20 key principles, such as:
→ Gender equality
→ Work-life balance
→ Long-term care

#OnThisDay #ThrowbackThursday

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The EU and the African Union announce a new Team Europe Initiative as part of the EU-Africa #GlobalGateway Package.

It will enhance cooperation with African partners to further respond to their adaptation needs and mitigate disaster risks.

More: http://europa.eu/!6gvFgv

#COP27

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The EU is leading the work on establishing a framework for a global hydrogen economy.

At #COP27, the EU and Egypt have taken a further step to boost their long-term cooperation on the clean energy transition by establishing a strategic partnership on renewable hydrogen.

More ↓

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The EU is at the forefront of digital regulation worldwide.

Today, we are also launching the European Centre for Algorithmic Transparency that will support the #DigitalServiceAct for a safer, more predictable and trusted online environment.

ℹ️ http://europa.eu/!4mgj6F

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1592850689700823041

It comes along with the #DigitalMarketAct that imposes new obligations on major online platforms – ensuring they don't prevent other platforms from competing for users.

These groundbreaking laws will create a safer digital space and fairer online market.

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1592849977608658947

A turning point in the EU's digital policy.
Today, the #DigitalServiceAct comes into force.

Its implementation means that online platforms, among others, will have to do more to limit the distribution of illegal content and goods.

Find out more ↓

#DigitalEU

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1592848725357084676

Romania 🇷🇴

The country has high-quality and strong border management, including border surveillance and international police cooperation.

The Schengen Information System is well established with effective structures in place respecting the principle of 'non-refoulement'.

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1592844025006297088

Croatia 🇭🇷

The @EUCouncil confirmed that Croatia had fulfilled the conditions required to join the Schengen area without internal border controls.

Croatia has made considerable efforts to ensure that controls of external borders comply with fundamental rights obligations.

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1592844018651926528

Bulgaria 🇧🇬

The country has put in place strong border management with efficient border surveillance and systematic border checks.

The Schengen Information System is well-established and the necessary structures to respect fundamental rights are in place.

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1592839221827735555

Hrvatska je spremna!
България е готова!
România este pregătită!

We call on the @EUCouncil to take the necessary decisions to allow Bulgaria, Romania and Croatia to become full Schengen members.

Their citizens must enjoy the full benefits of Schengen without further delay ↓

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1592837916807634944

We are turning our ambitions into actions.

Today at #COP27 and very soon at #COP15, the EU will push for increased action to safeguard biodiversity.

We need to act for our planet and speed up our transition to become the world's first climate-neutral continent by 2050.

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1592804682866491392

RT @vonderleyen: While G20 leaders were meeting and calling for the war to end, Russia conducted massive strikes against Ukraine.

With G7 and NATO partners, we condemn these brutal acts.

We also offer full support to Poland and assistance with the investigation on the explosion at the border.

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1592800040451334144

This week, the #vdLCommission meets to discuss:

🔹Proposal of enlarging the benefits of Schengen area to Romania, Bulgaria and Croatia

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1592796110787067905

RT @vonderleyen: We are closely monitoring the situation and are in touch with Polish authorities and partners and allies.

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RT @vonderleyen: Alarmed by reports of an explosion in Poland, following a massive Russian missile strike on Ukrainian cities.

I extend my condolences and my strongest message of support and solidarity with Poland and our Ukrainian friends.

🐦🔗: https://nitter.eu/EU_Commission/status/1592633562918195203