Who are the satirical parties of EU politics?
In the latest episode of our daily podcast, Today in the EU, we take a look at the satirical parties that have emerged on Europe's political scene.The European Union isn't exactly known for fun and games, but there are some unexpected players who bring a more light-hearted approach to politics. They are political parties originally founded as jokes that have somehow managed to find a road to the European Parliament. We invited Max Griera, Euractiv’s network journalist, to tell us more about who these parties are, what their story is, and what impact they could have on European politics.
2 Huhti 202415min
Europe’s industry declines as China 'de risks' from the West
In the latest episode of Euractiv’s 'Today in the EU', we are looking at how China's drive to reduce reliance on the West is worsening Europe's industrial decline.Beijing’s push to achieve greater strategic independence from the West comes amid rising tensions between China and the West, while Europe is pushing for greater strategic independence from China.To get a better insight into how this affects Europe’s industry, we invited Thomas Moller Nielsen, Euractiv's economy reporter.
29 Maalis 202412min
Concern over Commission’s relaxing of environmental requirements for farmers
In this episode of our daily 'Today in the EU' podcast, we are breaking down the concerns expressed regarding the European Commission’s decision to relax environmental requirements for farmers.In the aftermath of the protests that took over some of the EU’s capitals, the Commission is making proposals to appease farmers, with much of it related to environmental matters.We have invited Maria Simon Arboleas to our studio to discuss what's behind the European Commission’s decision.
28 Maalis 202413min
Nature restoration law: Is it really the end for flagship Green Deal policy?
In the latest episode of Euractiv’s Today in the EU, we’re focusing on the nature restoration law, which has been at the forefront of discussions among national governments in the Council, while the European Parliament has seen its fair share of drama.Despite the compromise reached between Parliament and national governments in February, which notably diluted the Commission's original proposal, there is now not enough support amongst member states.To break down what is happening with one of the last key pieces of legislation in Ursula von der Leyen's flagship Green Deal policy and why member states are now against it, we spoke with Donagh Cagney, Euractiv’s energy, environment, and transport editor.
27 Maalis 202414min
The EIB is looking into relaxing lending criteria for military investments
In this episode of our daily podcast Today in the EU, we’re diving into the EU’s lending arm's intention to“stretch” its investment remit beyond financing dual-use goods that can be exploited for civilian and military purposes. The European Investment Bank (EIB) is poised to loosen lending criteria, potentially lifting restrictions on financing ammunition and weapons production. But who is pushing for it, and what will be the implications of loosening the criteria? We invited Anna Brunetti, Euractiv’s economy editor, to break down this complex topic.
26 Maalis 202415min
From abortion rights to assisted dying: Macron’s 180-degree shift
In the latest episode of our Today in the EU podcast, we are looking at how European elections have impacted French President Emmanuel Macron's policy choices. After France became the first country in the world to enshrine in the Constitution the right of women to have an abortion, the country now wants to regulate assisted dying. The newfound focus on civil and social rights has convinced many that Macron is trying to win back votes from the left in the run-up to June's European elections.We sat down with Clara Bauer-Babef, health and politics reporter of Euractiv France, to unravel the matter.
25 Maalis 202411min
Slovak elections: Is the country becoming the next Hungary?
In this episode of our daily podcast, Today in the EU, we are taking a deep dive, into the upcoming presidential elections in Slovakia.Slovaks will be deciding this Sunday on who will be their next president. The campaign has been focusing on Prime Minister of Slovakia Robert Fico’s closest ally, Peter Pellegrini, as concerns grow that Slovakia will follow Hungary’s path.To better understand the intricacies of the upcoming Slovak presidential elections, we are joined by Radovan Geist, publisher of Euractiv Slovakia.
22 Maalis 202414min
EU leaders gather with a message: 'Russia must not prevail'
In this episode of our daily podcast Today in the EU, we are looking at EU leaders gathering in Brussels on 21-22 March to discuss further long-term military aid to Ukraine, Europe's 'war economy' footing, enlargement, and farmers discontent.We spoke to Euractiv’s Global Europe Editor Alexandra Brzozowski to break down the nitty-gritty of the expected discussions.Especially in the strategic debate on Russia's war in Ukraine, the linguistics will matter, EU diplomats say.
21 Maalis 202413min
