Now in its 22nd edition, the MEP Awards celebrate the excellence, dedication, and impact of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs), their Assistants (APAs), and Parliament staff. As MEPs enter the second year of their mandate, this year’s gala dinner...

SMEs Forum: Strengthening Competitiveness in an Uncertain World Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of the European economy, making up 99% of all EU businesses. As drivers of innovation, employment and growth, their success is vital to Europe’s...

On International Women’s Day in Brussels, policymakers, experts, and stakeholders will confront the reality that Europe is still falling short on gender equality. The rhetoric has been strong for years, but the numbers tell a different story: a stubborn pay...

Held annually in Germany, the Munich Security Conference brings together heads of state, defence leaders, and strategic thinkers to engage on the most pressing global security challenges. As Europe faces a more volatile geopolitical landscape, the outcomes of MSC increasingly...

As Europe continues its push for tech sovereignty, attention turns to the Commission and Parliament’s ability to translate strategic ambitions into tangible outcomes. The question is whether the Union can effectively harness Europe’s technology potential to drive innovation and competitiveness,...

Join us for a timely discussion on Cyprus’ priorities for its upcoming presidency of the Council of the EU, starting next January. Leading EU policymakers will explore – together with The Parliament’s editorial team – Cyprus strategic vision for Europe...

Building on the success of the MEP Awards, The Parliament proudly presents the first-ever APA Awards, celebrating the hard work of those supporting the work of MEPs: Accredited Parliamentary Assistants (APAs).  This Award will honour the 27 most accomplished APAs–...

Air passenger rights have long underpinned Europe’s transport system, but today’s framework is struggling to keep pace with reality. Delays, cancellations and accessibility gaps affect millions of travellers each year, while passengers with reduced mobility continue to face unnecessary barriers....

Hosted in Brazil, COP30 convenes world leaders, climate negotiators, and civil society to advance critical negotiations on the core pillars of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). The outcomes will help shape the international climate framework that directly...