Oliver Varhelyi @OliverVarhelyi@respublicae.eu

The Commission shares the @EUParl_EN ‘s zero tolerance for #antisemitism & incitement to hatred and violence in classrooms & textbooks.
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On the margins of #Gymnich, had a constructive & forward-looking discussion w/ 🇪🇪Minister @Tsahkna on the EU 🇪🇺accession process and the reconstruction of Ukraine 🇺🇦 .

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Started the two-day #Gymnich hosted by 🇸🇪MFA @TobiasBillstrom.
High on the agenda is the war in Ukraine & EU-China relations.
The informal meeting offers a good opportunity to discuss the geopolitical situation in the EU and beyond.
#EU2023SE

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We welcome yda’s decision taken by the Council of Ministers of #BiH on a number of crucial laws incl. on High Judicial Prosecutorial Council, Foreign Affairs, Conclusion & Execution of Intl Agreements.
These are important deliveries on last year’s COM rec.s & 14 key priorities.

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Deplore the attack in #Djerba against Jewish pilgrims & accept my condolences to the families of victims.
The strong action of the 🇹🇳authorities is appreciated.
The EU is ready to support local communities & co-existence in 🇹🇳 where Christians, Jews & Muslims live side by side.

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The Report on #Kosovo was also discussed today at the @europarl_en Plenary.
Kosovo and the entire region belong to the European Union. They are part of the European family. And we will stand by Kosovo on its journey to Europe.
🔗http://europa.eu/!6W7DJH

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Discussed the 2022 EP Report on #Serbia w/ Rapporteur @vladobilcik in the @europarl_en.
The pace of accession negotiations depend on 🇷🇸’s progress. We count on 🇷🇸as a sincere European ally standing with us for our common values, security & prosperity. 🔗 http://europa.eu/!vrXtVX

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Constructive meeting w/ @VeniceComm Director/SG Simona Granata-Menghini.
Opinions provided by the VC are highly appreciated & taken into account in our annual country reports. Their sound judgement is now even more crucial since 2023 Enlargement package’ll include 10 countries.

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Good meeting with MEP @Isabel_mep on the future of #Lebanon 🇱🇧 before the upcoming visit of the EP delegation. @europarl_en
The current highly fragile & volatile situation needs to end.

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Célunk a közös értékekre épülô Európa megôrzése s megtartása, mely békét, biztonságot, stabilitást s prosperitást nyújt polgárainak.
🇭🇺 19 éve elhivatott tagja e közösségnek.
A mai Európa Napon 🇪🇺 a békében megmaradó, sokféleségében gazdag, “szervezett és élô” Európát ünnepeljük.

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We celebrate #EuropeDay with our partners. 🇪🇺
#Enlargement is our geostrategic investment in our European continent. Europe offers peace, stability, security and socio-economic growth. It is now in our common interest to accelerate the integration process. #BetterTogether

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We condemn the denial of entry of MEP @andreykovatchev to North Macedonia on the 6th May.
We call on the government of North Macedonia to urgently clarify the situation. The denial of entry of a Member of European Parliament is a very serious decision.

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Sharing a glimpse of the opening of photo exhibition on ‘Saving Ukrainians in Times of War’ about commitment, dedication & friendship in the @EU_Commission.
Thank you @FJCU & @EURabbi!
And thank you for all who came, esp. to @EP_President Metsola, Minister @elicoh1 & @AmbVatoM!

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Another horrific news from #Belgrade!

I send my deepest condolences to the families of the victims and to the whole nation of #Serbia.
I also wish a speedy recovery for the wounded.

This violence must end now!

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With another step closer to the EU Single Market, from 1 October #roaming charges between the EU & Western Balkans will gradually decrease.
The voluntary agreement between the 38 telecom operators is a great & exemplary step. Congratulations!
🔗http://europa.eu/!4pWgcW

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This payment is part of the ongoing 🇲🇩MFA operation totals €150m.
This support helps #Moldova to address its urgent financing needs as the country is facing multiple challenges.
We support Moldova to advance on its European path.
RT @ecfin: The @EU_Commission has today disbursed a €40 million loan as Macro-Financial Assistance (MFA) to 🇲🇩 Moldova.

This completes the disbursement of the second instalment of €50 million. 👏

Find more details here 👉https://ec.euro…

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I welcome the third tranche of MFA payment of €200m which demonstrates the #EU’s solidarity & partnership w/ #Jordan.
W/ this amount we address the country’s urgent financing needs & support the implementation of the reforms.
RT @ecfin: The @EU_Commission disbursed the third and final instalment of €200 million in Macro-Financial Assistance (MFA) to 🇯🇴 Jordan. 👏

With today's disbursement, the 🇪🇺 EU has provided Jordan with €1.08 billion in MFA funds since 2013.

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I express my huge appreciation for #Malta’s continuous efforts & contribution cracking down on smugglers & preventing illegal departure every day.
W/ Prime Minister @RobertAbela_MT discussed how to strengthen the EU-North Africa partnership, its prosperity and stability further.

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Thanked @MinisterIanBorg for the good discussion on common challenges related to shared prosperity & stability in NAfrica, esp in Libya. We work on stabilising the region. While we crack down on illegal smuggling, we work on economic & investment projects providing growth& jobs.

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The diversification of energy supplies: gas, hydrogen, renewables & energy security were in the centre of our discussion w/ Minister @Miriamdalli .
Through key projects, eg. ELMED, Europe’s electricity supply becomes more secure & sustainable. #Malta

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