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EU presents first Action Plan under the Pact for the Mediterranean

Today, the European Commission outlined to representatives from EU Member States and the Southern Mediterranean the first set of key initiatives, in the form of an Action Plan, to advance the implementation of the Pact for the Mediterranean. The Pact was developed through an extensive and inclusive consultation process with governments, civil society, youth, private […]

Commission activates emergency funding to shield fisheries and aquaculture from Middle East crisis

Today, the European Commission has activated the crisis mechanism of the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF), allowing Member States to provide financial compensation to fishers, aquaculture producers, processors and retailers whose livelihoods have been disrupted by the consequences of the conflict in the Middle East. The measure, which applies retroactively from 28 February […]

Over 10 million workers trained under the Pact for Skills

Over 10 million people, including 3.9 million in 2025 alone, have benefited from upskilling initiatives under the Pact for Skills since its launch in 2020, according to the European Commission annual survey. Launched in November 2020, the Pact for Skills supports skills-related partnerships that address Europe's skills needs and advance the green and digital transitions. […]

European Union and United Kingdom take decisive step towards Erasmus+ association in 2027

Today, the European Union and the United Kingdom have enabled the UK's association to Erasmus+ in 2027. The UK's association to Erasmus+ will place UK learners, staff, education institutions and organisations on the same footing as those in EU Member States and other third countries associated to the programme. It puts people-to-people exchanges at the […]

€400 million for postdoctoral research under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions

The European Commission has today launched the 2026 call for applications for Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) postdoctoral fellowships, with a budget of €399.05 million. These grants enable researchers holding a PhD to carry out their research activities abroad and acquire new skills in different disciplines and sectors. Researchers will benefit from collaboration with leading scientific […]

Commission offers 40,000 DiscoverEU free travel passes to young people

Today, the European Commission opens applications for a new DiscoverEU round, offering thousands of young people aged 18 the chance to explore Europe by train and for free. The call opens today at 12:00 CET and closes on 22 April 2026 at 12:00 CET, leading up to the launch of the European Youth Week 2026. […]

Commission adopts €1.5 billion work programme to boost European and Ukrainian defence industry

The European Commission approved today a €1.5 billion work programme under the European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP) to enhance and modernise Europe's defence industry, boost production capacity and secure technological advancement and resilience. EDIP tackles pressing challenges in European defence and security by boosting industrial production capacities, reinforcing cooperation with Ukraine, strengthening joint European procurement […]

€34.6 billion in cohesion policy funds reallocated to address EU's strategic priorities

Member States have successfully reprogrammed €34.6 billion in their 2021-2027 cohesion policy funds towards the EU's most urgent strategic priorities. These include boosting competitiveness, enhancing defence and civil preparedness, promoting affordable and sustainable housing, improving water resilience, and advancing energy connectivity. This shift in EU funding will reinforce Europe's competitive edge, bolster its security and […]

Commission presents €115 million Programme for agile and rapid defence innovation (AGILE)

The European Commission is presenting a new €115 million funding tool, AGILE, to bring disruptive defence technology from the lab to the field at record speed. This pilot instrument is set to accelerate the development and testing of disruptive defence innovations and their market uptake, such as artificial intelligence, quantum or drones, focusing on supporting […]

EU to invest €330 million to accelerate fusion energy and support nuclear technologies and skills

Today, the European Commission has taken a decisive step in the development of nuclear technologies with the adoption of the Work Programme for the 2026 and 2027 Euratom Research and Training Programme. By covering nuclear research and innovation, the Programme offers complementary funding to Horizon Europe. The 2026-2027 Work Programme aims to bolster the EU's […]

Commission invests over €103 million in European strategic environment and climate projects

Today, the European Commission is investing more than €103 million in seven strategic projects across Europe with funding under the LIFE programme. They will contribute to strengthening the EU's prosperity, reinforcing economic stability, food systems and environmental ecosystems, while also improving public health and quality of life across the continent. The selected projects are located […]

Commission approves €200 million Spanish State aid for manufacturing capacity in the EV value chain

The European Commission has approved a €200 million Spanish State aid scheme to support strategic investments that add manufacturing capacity for the electric vehicle (EV) value chain, in line with the objectives of the Clean Industrial Deal. This measure will contribute to the transition towards a net-zero economy. The scheme was approved under the Clean […]
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