Which traded goods are affected the most by COVID-19?

To prevent the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, countries around the world have taken a variety of restrictive measures. March 2020 figures already show their significant impact on international trade in goods.

Challenging times call for fast and effective measures

The new decade began differently than anyone could have ever expected. The abrupt and sweeping changes that we now face because of the COVID-19 crisis were impossible to foresee. Different needs, new rules, shifting priorities; we were all asked to adapt quickly to an unprecedented situation. SMEs around the world are struggling to stay afloat and to adjust to the current challenge. This is where the Enterprise Europe Network stands strong, helping companies overcome these difficult times.

While the EU aims to work cooperatively and constructively with its neighbours, it will always disclose harmful disinformation and its sources

Disinformation hurts your ability to make good decisions. Often it does so by trying to overwhelm you with conflicting information, making you unsure what you believe.

Coronavirus: Increased flexibility under EU Cohesion policy helps Italian regions to cope with the crisis

The European Commission has welcomed and approved the redirection of €30 million from the European Regional Development Fund to help the italian regions of Emilia Romagna and Tuscany, to cope with the coronavirus crisis.

Revealed: the historic pattern of EU investments in your region

What questions does the EU payment data answer and how can it be used? First and foremost, the data provides the answer to the difficult question: “How much has my region/country received under regional policy?”

Po to, kai Italija ir Austrija Europos Komisijai pateikė preliminarias paraiškas dėl finansavimo iš ES solidarumo fondo.

Das grenzüberschreitende Projekt „The Urban Diversity“ findet in Ljubljana (Slovenien) und Graz (Österreich) statt und hat kreative Unternehmer unterstützt, ihre Ideen vor Investoren zu „pitchen“.

We have 12 finalists for EU Datathon 2020!

Congratulations to the 12 teams preselected for EU Datathon 2020, the EU open data competition! Now the real work begins for them to build an application in time for the European Week of Regions and Cities in October.

Le due regioni, Emilia Romagna e Toscana, sono le prime a utilizzare le flessibilità fornite nell'ambito dell'iniziativa di investimento di risposta al Coronavirus.

No one is using the coronavirus crisis as an excuse to impose mass vaccinations

Unfortunately, there is as yet no vaccination or cure for coronavirus. The EU has already mobilised €140 million for research towards a cure and vaccine. Vaccinations are one of the greatest successes of public health. Worldwide, it saves at least 2-3 million lives each year – and saves many more from crippling and lifelong illnesses. While the EU actively promotes that vaccines work, there are no plans to impose mass vaccinations. On the other hand, there are plenty of people spreading unscientific anti-vaccine claims. These claims prey on emotions and fear, causing significant harm to public health.

Interreg EMR programme launches COVID-19 call

The Interreg Euregio Meuse Rhine programme is making EUR 4.2 million available for projects addressing the COVID-19 crisis.

Coronavirus Global Response: kick off of new campaign with support of Global Citizen

The European Commission announced the next steps in the Coronavirus Global Response, the global action for universal access to affordable coronavirus vaccination, treatment and testing.

Striving for a healthier and safer Union

The European Commission has proposed an ambitious health programme of €9.4 billion for the 2021-2027 period to better equip for the future.

Coronavirus Global Response event

This is a follow up to the earlier May 4 pledging event brought together more than 50 world leaders, CEOs and representatives of international organisations.

EU budget for recovery: cohesion policy support to make it green and digital

The Commission has unveiled its proposal for a major recovery plan following the coronavirus pandemic. Cohesion policy will play a key role in ensuring a balanced recovery, fostering convergence and making sure no one is left behind.

EU Budget: Helping EU countries recover and emerge stronger

The Recovery and Resilience Facility, proposed by the European Commission as part of the recovery package, will give financial support to EU countries to relaunch their economies.

Nobel Prize winner: This epidemic has so far been a close shave for humanity

Some COVID-19 patients have low oxygen levels without being aware of it. This ‘silent hypoxia’ endangers patients and puzzles clinicians. We spoke with Sir Peter Ratcliffe, Nobel winner in Medicine for his “discoveries of how cells sense and adapt to oxygen availability.” The European Research Council supported his groundbreaking work from 2008 to 2013.

Commission proposes a public loan facility to support green investments together with the European Investment Bank

The facility will be implemented with the involvement of the European Investment Bank and will encourage investments that support the transition towards a climate-neutral economy by public sector authorities to the benefit of coal- and carbon-intensive regions.

Stories from the Regions: VEF Culture Palace in Riga, Latvia

Renovating the VEF Culture Palace transformed an industrial zone of Riga into a lively area and is offering space to several thousand creative artists to develop their talents and welcoming thousand of visitors every year since.

Employment in food supply across EU regions

In 2019, 15.9 million people aged over 15 were employed in the food supply sector in the European Union (EU), representing 8% of total employment.

European Commission proposes an ambitious recovery plan for the EU

In May 2020, the Commission has proposed a powerful, modern and revamped long-term EU budget boosted by Next Generation EU, an emergency temporary recovery instrument, to help repair the immediate economic and social damage brought by the coronavirus pandemic.

Next Generation EU: A sustainable, even and inclusive recovery

The European Commission has put forward a proposal for a major recovery instrument that is organised around supporting EU countries, kick-starting the economy and preparing for the future.

COVID-19: unidades móveis de saúde apoiam as pessoas mais vulneráveis ​​da região Centro de Portugal

No momento da pandemia do COVID-19, a Comunidade Intermunicipal da região de Coimbra, a Administração Regional de Saúde do Centro e os municípios de Condeixa-a-Nova e Montemor-o-Velho decidiram cooperar no projeto piloto da política de coesão da UE “Unidades móveis de Saúde da Região de Coimbra”, que trata de equipar adequadamente dois veículos como unidades móveis de saúde para a população dos municípios de Condeixa-a-Nova e Montemor-o-Velho.

Alors que la crise oblige au confinement, les habitants de Lille et de sa métropole continuent de bénéficier de l’accompagnement et des services de leurs centres sociaux grâce à l’initiative « Mon centre social à la maison » .

Community centre at home at time of COVID-19 thanks to cohesion policy

Despite covid-19 confinement, people in Lille, France, can continue to benefit from the services of their community centres thanks to the initiative "My community centre at home" made possible thanks to the EU cohesion policy project "Connected community centres”.

EU Industry steps in to protect citizens

Over the last months, the EU has taken actions to create the right conditions for European companies to ramp up or retool their production to combat the coronavirus.

Over €26.6 million EU investment to connect Europe digitally thanks to #CEFTelecom

55 projects in the areas of Cybersecurity, eHealth, eProcurement, European e-Justice, Public Open Data and European Platform for Digital Skills and Jobs have been selected to receive co-funding by the European Union.

Regiostars 2020 - Vote for your favourite!

All record has been broken once again: with 206 submissions the 2020 REGIOSTARS are the new record edition for the annual competition rewarding excellence and new approaches in regional development.

How many people work in air transport?

The air transport sector is one of many sectors that have been hard hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. Employees in this sector might be severely affected by the downturn in air travel.

EU solidarity at time of COVID-19: watch the new episode of "Smart Regions"

The "Smart Regions" series with Euronews is back! The first episode of the new season will be on air on tonight at 21h50 (CET) and it will be about The EU "Good Support Program" that is revealing to be extremely useful at time of COVID-19 social distancing.

In the EU, your personal data is protected

Stronger rules on data protection mean people have more control over their personal data and businesses benefit from a level playing field.

Ljubljana and Graz connect with migrants through creativity

"The Urban Diversity" cross-border project, Ljubljana (Slovenia) and Graz (Austria), has encouraged migrant creative entrepreneurs in pitching their ideas to prospective investors and was supported by EU funds.

A new EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030

Biodiversity is essential for life. Our planet and the economy depend on it. When nature is healthy, it protects and provides.

Youth & European Territorial Cooperation: speak up & register now to join the online dialogue on 23rd June!

If you are a young European or you work in a youth organisation and you are interested and involved in EU Territorial Cooperation, follow the online dialogue on the role of youth in European Territorial Cooperation on 23/06/2020 9:30-12:00 CET.

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It’s the European Week Against Cancer

Tackling cancer is of fundamental importance for Europe's future. That is why earlier this year the EU has started to shape a plan to beat the disease.

COVID-19 impact on EU international trade in goods

In March 2020, the total extra-EU trade (imports + exports) fell from €252 billion to €228 billion compared with January 2020.

Call for proposals for civil society organisations on engaging citizens in cohesion policy: one week left to submit your proposals!

Civil society organisations have until 1 June 2020 to submit their innovative ideas and initiatives for promoting genuine and meaningful participation of citizens in designing, implementing and monitoring the projects co-financed by the cohesion policy in the 27 Member States and their regions.

Η startup μικρο-ηλεκτρονικής Think Silicon, ενισχυόμενη από την ΕΕ, επέκτεινε πρόσφατα τη σειρά προϊόντων της σε μονάδες επεξεργασίας γραφικών για συσκευές με τεχνητή νοημοσύνη και εξαγοράστηκε από μια εταιρεία NASDAQ.

După Italia şi Austria, alte 3 ţări europene vor trimite Comisiei aplicaţiile lor preliminare pentru finanţare din Fondul de solidaritate al UE. Aplicaţiile vin în contextul urgenţei de sănătate publică cauzată de coronavirus.

Na Slovensku žije približne 200 000 Rómov v marginalizovaných komunitách, ktoré často nemajú prístup k základnej infraštruktúre a verejným službám. Z tohto dôvodu sa slovenská vláda rozhodla použiť eurofondy na riešenie tejto situácie.

Missed the live debate between Thierry Breton and Mark Zuckerberg?

You can still watch the discussion between Commissioner Breton and Facebook CEO Zuckerberg on tech-government collaboration in light of the coronavirus crisis.

European Semester Spring Package: Recommendations for a coordinated response to the coronavirus pandemic

The European Commission has proposed country-specific recommendations providing economic policy guidance to all EU Member States in the context of the coronavirus pandemic, focused on the most urgent challenges brought about by the pandemic and on relaunching sustainable growth.

Oil products’ deliveries reach record lows in March

Preliminary March 2020 data show noticeable changes in the deliveries of several fuels typically used for transport. In March 2020, EU deliveries of gasoline and jet fuel fell by 15% and 27% respectively compared with February 2020.

A biodiversity strategy for the future

The European Commission adopted a comprehensive new biodiversity strategy with ambitious EU actions and commitments to halt biodiversity loss worldwide.

Bees

Pollinators are small, precious and in need of protection.

Coronavirus: Ireland, Romania and Lithuania to apply for EU Solidarity Fund aid

After Italy and Austria another three EU countries have submitted to the European Commission their preliminary applications for funding under the EU Solidarity Fund in the context of the coronavirus public health emergency.

For a more healthy and sustainable EU food system

The EU’s new Farm to Fork strategy is at the heart of the European Green Deal and strives to restore the balance between our food systems and nature.

Macro Regional Strategies, Interreg and Enterprise Europe Network to enhance growth in territories

Enterprise Europe Network (world’s largest support network for SMEs) is rooted in regional ecosystems. The ERDF supports SMEs, and European Territorial Cooperation offers adequate framework for peer-to-peer exchanges, and a participatory approach, while it underpins growth, jobs, and the economic activity of functional areas.

Protecting species and habitats

The EU’s Natura 2000 consists of more than 27 800 sites across land and seas and contributes to the preservation of the European natural heritage.

10 reasons why biodiversity is vital for life

To mark the EU 2030 biodiversity strategy launch, here are 10 LIFE projects that are improving and restoring our precious ecosystems.

Urban Innovative Actions

Since the first call for proposals in 2015 and one last call ongoing, the Urban Innovative Actions has attracted great interest from urban authorities with more than 1100 applications that have so far translated into 75 innovative projects in 18 Member States to test new solutions to make EU cities greener, more productive and inclusive or ready for the digital transition. We value every successful project and every positive change generated for citizens’ lives.

COVID-19: mobile health units support the most vulnerable people in Portugal's Centro region

At time of COVID-19 pandemic, the “Comunidade Intermunicipal” of Coimbra region, ARS Centro and the Municipalities of Condeixa-a-Nova and Montemor-o-Velho have decided to cooperate under the EU cohesion policy pilot project “Mobile Health Unit in the Region of Coimbra”, to properly equipping two vehicles as mobile health units for population.

Enterprise Europe Network, helping SMEs navigate in the COVID-19 crisis

In the context of the coronavirus pandemic, small and medium-sized enterprises around the world are struggling to bounce back from the challenges they are currently facing. Their priorities have shifted and their needs have changed. To help them navigate in these unfamiliar waters, the Enterprise Europe Network is showing what resilience is all about.

Preserving our biodiversity

The EU’s LIFE Programme is all about protecting and conserving the environment and pushing for climate action. Several of its projects have already made a difference.

Los satélites Galileo no se han diseñado para rastrear. Tu móvil no puede enviar su ubicación ni ningún otro dato a los satélites.

"MisMi" è un progetto "Alcotra" di Interreg Francia-Italia finanziato dalla politica di coesione dell'UE, che sostiene gli abitanti delle aree montane, rurali e scarsamente popolate che si trovano tra la Valle d'Aosta in Italia e la Tarantasia in Francia.

Sredstva kohezijske politike mobilizirana su kako bi se pomoglo spasiti živote, radna mjesta i poduzeća od izbijanja epidemije koronavirusa i posljedica potresa u Zagrebu. Pomoću brze Investicijske inicijative za odgovor na koronavirus EU, hrvatske vlasti već su preraspodijelile ukupno 400 milijuna eura sredstava kohezijske politike.

Европейската комисия приветства първите важни стъпки, предприети от България за съсредоточаване на средствата на ЕС за борба с избухването на пандемията от коронавирус и за справяне с произтичащите от нея икономически и социални последици.

Protecting jobs and incomes

The Council adopted SURE, a €100 billion solidarity instrument to help workers keep their incomes and help businesses stay afloat.

EU funds helps saving lives, jobs and businesses in the coronavirus outbreak and the Zagreb earthquake aftermath

Thanks to the opportunities provided in the context of the EU’s quick Coronavirus Response Investment Initiative, the Croatian authorities have already reallocated a total of € 400 million of Cohesion policy funds to address both the most pressing needs as well as longer-term social and economic consequences of the coronavirus pandemic.

Statement by the European Commission on the Franco-German proposal

The European Commission welcomes the proposal taken by the German Chancellor Merkel and the French President Macron.