RT @vonderleyen: She witnessed war and reconciliation in Europe and beyond, and deep transformations of our planet and societies.
She was a beacon of continuity throughout these changes, never ceasing to display a calmness and dedication that gave strength to many.
May she rest in peace.
RT @vonderleyen: It is with deep sadness that I have learned of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
She was the world’s longest serving Head of State and one of the most respected personalities worldwide.
I offer my heartfelt condolences to the Royal Family and the British people.
Thoughts and prayers for the health of Queen Elizabeth II, from President @vonderleyen, during the press conference with PM Mark Rutte @MinPres in Rotterdam this afternoon.
📅President @vonderleyen will deliver her 3rd State of the Union #SOTEU address next week on 14 September 2022.
Today we are looking back at a decisive year ⤵️
In the context of the #EUCareStrategy, we are strengthening long-term care access for older people and persons with disabilities while supporting informal carers and vulnerable workers.
This is our plan to leave no-one behind⤵️
https://ec.europa.eu/social/main.jsp?langId=en&catId=89&furtherNews=yes&newsId=10382#navItem-relatedDocuments
Today we are adopting the #EUCareStrategy for:
High-quality, affordable and accessible care services.
Better working conditions and gender equality for carers.
This is how ⤵️
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_22_5169
RT @DanaSpinant: Latest Eurobarometer survey:
• Positive image of the 🇪🇺 on the rise
• Overwhelming support to EU action in favor of🇺🇦
• Call to invest in renewable
• Highest support for the € ever
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_22_5266
Tomorrow’s @EU_Commission College meeting will focus on the European care strategy package, with the proposals related to ➡️ long term care & childcare.
Members of the College will also discuss the energy related issues and the preparations for #SOTEU
Announcement on President @vonderleyen agenda for this week related to #Energy and on preparations for next week's #SOTEU address ⤵️
Voilà.
RT @lalibrebe: Le train Thalys bloqué à hauteur de Tournai après le heurt d'un animal a été évacué https://www.lalibre.be/belgique/mobilite/2022/07/29/un-train-thalys-bloque-a-hauteur-de-tournai-apres-le-heurt-dun-animal-JYCANYZSAJGLTFSTM7I6WJ2J5Y/
🔹By acting now, we can reduce the economic impact of a sudden supply cut by 1/3
🔹By acting together, we will protect European families, jobs and industry
🔹By showing solidarity, we can defy Russian manipulation of our energy supply
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/qanda_22_4609
We are asking all 🇪🇺Member States to reduce gas use by 15% ➡️ Industries, public administrations, power suppliers, building owners and households can all play their part. Europe is strong when it is united
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/fs_22_4611
Today the @EU_Commission is taking steps to protect Europe against Russian gas cuts ➡️ By saving gas in the summer, we can store more for the winter.
Our EU Gas Demand Reduction Plan shows the way
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_22_4608
Tomorrow @EU_Commission will present its "Save gas for a safe winter" package.
We are presenting today the 2022 #RuleofLaw Report:
➡️overview of trends in the EU
➡️27 country chapters
🆕recommendations for each Member State
The reports are the “preventive” arm of our RofL toolbox & complement the other tools (e.g. infringements, Art 7 procedure, etc.).
Today we present our new #EUInnovationAgenda to spearhead the new innovation wave to:
☑️Lead our green & digital transitions
☑️Get more money & means to experiment for start-ups
☑️Develop, attract, retain talents
Towards a European powerhouse of innovation
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/IP_22_4273
RT @vonderleyen: The conference #URC2022 is a key step in agreeing the principles for the international reconstruction effort of 🇺🇦.
President @ignaziocassis and I support the Lugano declaration & look forward to its endorsement.
Ukraine can count on our steadfast support, as long as it takes.
#CohesionPolicy goes “FAST”⤵️
☑️Increasing pre-financing payments by €3.5 billion
☑️100% co-financing possibilities & more flexible
☑️30% of financing managed by local authorities & NGOs
☑️Supporting projects delayed due to price increases, shortages of material & labour force
#CohesionPolicy goes “FAST” with the ‘Flexible Assistance to Territories’
Stepping up support to address the consequences of Russia’s aggression in #Ukraine
🔗https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_22_4043
The @EU_Commission’s 2022 #StrategicForesight Report will help us address the global challenges facing Europe in the run-up to 2050
👉🏼 It identifies key areas of action to ensure consistency and maximise synergies between our green & digital ambitions
🔗https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/IP_22_4004
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