The EU’s digital dependency problem — and the hard work of de-risking
The European Union’s push for “digital sovereignty” is often presented as an industrial ambition. It is also a contingency question: what would still function if access to critical, non-European digital services were restricted, delayed, or made conditional by a third country or a foreign-owned supplier. A sudden loss of access to US-owned digital infrastructure would […]
EU Cash, Human Rights and Pakistan: MEPs Confront GSP+ Record
“GSP+: The EU’s Silent Compromise” was the title of a conference and film screening in the European Parliament on 4 December 2025, examining whether Pakistan should retain its preferential trade access to the EU market under the Generalised Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+). The event, organised by EU Today and hosted by Georgiana Teodorescu MEP […]
This Week in the European Parliament, December 9th – 13th
This week at the European Parliament promises a robust schedule of activities, ranging from high-level discussions to events focussing on pressing issues like gender equality and regional cooperation. Here’s a look at the week ahead, day by day.
Strengthening Moldova’s Resilience Against Russian Interference: A Key Priority for the European Union
In the upcoming week, the European Parliament in Strasbourg will host a critical debate and statement led by the European Union’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, who also serves as the Vice-President of the European Commission.
EU 14th Sanctions Package: A New Chapter for EU Businesses in Sanctions Compliance
On 25 June, the European Union implemented its 14th sanctions package targeting Russia, marking a significant shift in its strategy to undermine Russia’s economy through restrictive measures. This latest package includes unprecedented sanctions on Russian gas, alongside new sectoral restrictions and prohibitions on transactions and services. The primary aim is to tackle and prevent sanctions evasion, thereby strengthening compliance and enforcement efforts.
