Our ‘new normal’ requires human contact
“Whether we are living in countries currently locked down or slowly opening up again, we all are facing a reality different from what we...
Emerging technologies entrenching racism, discrimination
An independent UN human rights expert is calling for greater scrutiny of emerging digital technologies which she said are being used to uphold racial...
EU invests over €2 billion in 140 key transport projects to jump-start the economy
The EU is supporting the economic recovery in all Member States by injecting almost €2.2 billion into 140 key transport projects. These projects will...
Fair and Simple Taxation: New package of measures to contribute to Europe’s recovery
The European Commission has today adopted an ambitious new Tax Package to ensure that EU tax policy supports Europe's economic recovery and long-term growth....
How to ensure the poor and vulnerable don’t shoulder the cost of the COVID-19 crisis
In the wake of the unprecedented COVID-19 crisis, tax systems should be reformed, and tax avoidance and evasion reduced, to ensure an economic recovery...
EU Citizenship: New survey shows EU citizens are more aware of their rights
A new Eurobarometer survey on EU Citizenship and Democracy released today by the European Commission shows that a vast majority of Europeans (91%) are...
World Population Day: ‘No time to waste’ in empowering women
“It is deepening existing inequalities and vulnerabilities, particularly for women and girls”, said Secretary-General António Guterres.
“With many countries on lockdown and health systems struggling...
New EU rules and guidance for a fairer online economy
The Commission publishes today a set of resources to help traders, online platforms and search engines get the most out of the new Platform to...
UNESCO expresses deep regret over Turkey decision to change status of historic Hagia Sophia
As the Turkish President signed a decree on Friday converting the ancient Hagia Sophia in Istanbul into a mosque, the UN cultural agency (UNESCO)...
Fresh evidence of war crimes committed by all sides in Syrian conflict, probe finds
In its latest report, the Commission of Inquiry on Syria highlighted the military campaign launched late last year in Idlib Governorate by pro-Government forces, to retake...