Informal European Council: press remarks by High Representative Kaja Kallas upon arrival
Good morning, everybody.
Today we are going to discuss European defence, and how we can do more – together. I think this is extremely important, because we are in the situation where we are.
So, not only how we do things together, but also where we get the funding for doing things together – which is always a complicated issue.
Then, of course, Europe's defences are closely interlinked wi...
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Commission publishes Country Cancer Profiles ahead of World Cancer Day
Today, ahead of World Cancer Day, the Commission has published the latest Country Cancer Profiles for all Member States, Norway and Iceland. The 2025 reports show that cancer survival rates are increasing across the EU. At the same time, cancer continues to be a public health concern, and cancer inequalities still persist across Member States.
The profiles also demonstrate how cancer can to...
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Four young Brussels chefs complete the Tram Experience season
The Tram Experience line-up has been finalised. The gastronomic tram is rounding off the season with four talented young Brussels-based chefs. Camille Jadoul of L'Altitude will kick things off tomorrow. She will be followed by Alexander Duke and Alaang Wichaiphum of Grabuge. The season will be brought to a close by Túbo Longier of Aster.
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Israel/Palestine: Statement by the High Representative Kaja Kallas on the entry into force of the UNRWA legislation
The European Union reiterates its concern at the far-reaching consequences of the Israeli legislation on UNRWA for its operations in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and in Gaza. The EU condemns any attempt to abrogate the 1967 agreement between Israel and UNRWA or to otherwise attempt to obstruct UNRWA’s capacity to operate its mandate.
The EU stresses the role of the UN and its ag...
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EU Decision on Chinese E-Bikes: LEVA-EU Responds with Call for Strengthened Market Surveillance + Removal of Duties on Bike Components
The European Commission has decided to extend the anti-dumping and countervailing measures against imports of electric bicycles from China for another five years. This decision follows an expiry review investigation and aligns with expectations. The remaining imports of electric bicycles from China predominantly consist of extremely low-cost products. For LEVA-EU, this provides strong grounds to c...
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UNIFE: EU Member States risk ‘Leaving money on the table’ for much-needed rail upgrades
Member States across the European Union are at risk of missing out on significant funds to improve their railway networks and renewing their rolling stock fleets, which would create jobs, boost European competitiveness and deliver much-needed rail upgrades.
UNIFE Director General Enno Wiebe today cautioned many EU Member States are at risk of forgoing much-needed funds for European rail investm...
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Belgian Foreign Affairs discourages all travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo
The FPS Foreign Affairs adjusted the travel advice for the Democratic Republic of Congo yesterday evening. The travel advice was modified following recent developments in the country that could have an impact on the safety of Belgians there.
All travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo is currently discouraged.
On 28 January, a violent protests took place in Kinshasa against, amongst other...
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Joint Press Release EFBWW and FIEC: Mandatory Prior Notification for Posted Workers is crucial to protect workers and promote fair competition in Construction
Brussels, 29 January — With the new recently installed European Commission, there is new potential to finish the revision of the coordination of the social security regulations (Regulation No 883/2004 and Regulation No 987/2009), now in its eighth year of negotiations, having been first proposed in December 2016.
Ahead of the Social Questions Working Party that will take place tomorrow, the Eur...
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General Affairs Council: remarks by High Representative Kaja Kallas at the joint press point following the informal breakfast meeting
Thank you.
[This is a] great initiative from Minister Rosencrantz. I am also very happy to have you here, Olha. Always good to cooperate together with the Enlargement Commissioner.
Ukraine is our priority. That is very clear. We have to support Ukraine in the really immediate term but also looking to the future. Therefore, the enlargement process is extremely important because it gives hope...
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