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Latest news - Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection

27/10/2021

In the context of the exponential growth of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), the President of the European Parliament has announced a number of measures to contain the spread of epidemic and to safeguard Parliament's core activities.

The current precautionary measures adopted by the European Parliament to contain the spread of COVID-19 do not affect work on legislative priorities. Core activities are reduced, but maintained to ensure that the institution's legislative, budgetary, scrutiny functions are maintained.

The meetings will be with remote participation for Members (being able to view and listen to proceedings, ask for the floor and intervene in the meeting). Other participants are invited to follow the meeting through webstreaming.

Following these decisions, the next remote IMCO Committee Meeting will take place on Wednesday, 27 October, 13.45 - 16.15 and 16.45 - 1
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27/10/2021
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Answer to a written question - Contracts with the ‘big four’ consultancy firms - E-003436/2021(ASW)

27/10/2021
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27/10/2021
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Asia-Pacific Business Leaders Call for Solutions That Put People First

Issued by the APEC Business Advisory Council

Auckland, New Zealand, 28 October 2021

People need to be at the heart of policy measures in addressing the current health and economic challenges in the region, said a recent report by the APEC Business Advisory Council (ABAC).

The Report to Economic Leaders launched on Thursday is presented annually by ABAC, the private-sector arm of APEC, to advise leaders and other APEC officials on issues of interest to business. The report conveyed the council’s theme for this year, “People, Place and Prosperity.”

“In these challenging times, when the need for universal vaccination is acute, we must put people first,” said Rachel Taulelei, the 2021 Chair of ABAC. “Getting everyone vaccinated is key to overcoming the health crisis, enabling us to reopen borders safely and seamlessly, and also the critical work of restarting the engines for growth.”

“Our challenges do not end there; we need to move forward in a way that respects the environment in which we live, and we have to advance prosperity in a way that is not just sustainable, but also inclusive,” added Taulelei.

This year’s report set out 43 recommendations for leaders covering five pillars of regional economic integration, sustainability, inclusion, digital and the economy. The report also included separate sections on border reopening, the World Trade Organization (WTO), the council’s response to climate change through climate leadership principles for businesses, trade in renewable energy and an Indigenous business leaders’ statement of priorities.

In order to foster the well-being of people, ABAC members called for capacity building and structural reform efforts to empower small businesses, women and Indigenous communities.

The council agreed in August on a set of guidelines called the Climate Leadership Principles to guide its own climate response and to encourage businesses in the Asia-Pacific region to adopt practices to address climate change at the enterprise level. ABAC members also developed a framework for trade and investment in renewable energy and called for a broader adoption in APEC.

“In order to safeguard the place in which we live, sustainability must drive all of APEC’s activity,” added Taulelei. “Achieving a digitally-enhanced, trade-friendly and sustainable food system is also foundational to recovery and building a better future.”

Taulelei said that APEC can demonstrate real leadership as it has done so effectively in the past by championing a credible and relevant WTO and building toward the realization of the Free Trade Area of the Asia-Pacific (FTAAP).

“There is an urgent need to realize the potential of the digital economy through upgrading skills, investing in infrastructure and enabling more seamless, interoperable digital trade. These actions need to be supported by ongoing efforts at structural reform,” she added.

Dr Rebecca Sta Maria the APEC Secretariat’s Executive Director welcomed the recommendations from ABAC, noting that the cooperation between public and private sector has become even more crucial as the region builds back its resilience and dynamism.

“Commerce is the lifeblood of the region and business is the engine of economic growth,” Dr Sta Maria concluded. “Businesses have played an integral role in expanding the region’s prosperity and they will play a significant role in stimulating not only economic recovery, but also growth that is inclusive and sustainable.”

To read the full report, visit this link

For further details, please contact:

Stephen Jacobi, +64 29 472 5502, stephen@jacobi.co.nz (in New Zealand)
Antonio Basilio, + 63 917 849 3351, abacsec@pfgc.ph (in the Philippines)
Masyitha Baziad +65 9751 2146 at mb@apec.org
Michael Chapnick +65 9647 4847 atmc@apec.org

 

Provisional agreement between Council and European Parliament to reinforce European Medicines Agency

 

Thursday 28 October 2021

● Council of the EU   28/10/2021 16:13 | Press release | Provisional agreement between Council and European Parliament to reinforce European Medicines Agency   Today, the Council presidency and European Parliament negotiators reached a provisional agreement on a reinforced role for the European Medicines Agency in crisis preparedness and management for medicinal products and medical devices. "EU-level preparation and coordination are two essential ingredients to fight future health crises. Thanks to this deal we are adding an essential new building block to upgrade the EU’s health architecture. It will allow the EU’s medicines agency to make sure we have the medicines needed to deal with public health emergencies." Janez Poklukar, the Slovenian minister for health The Council and Parliament negotiators agreed amongst other things: on what constitutes a major event (an event that is likely to pose a serious risk to public health in relation to medicinal products) and how it is being recognised (following a positive opinion from the Medicines Shortages Steering Group), with a view to triggering actions such as adopting a list of critical medicinal products to ensure solid funding from the Union budget for the work of the steering groups, task force, working parties and expert panels that are to be established to improve the data protection provisions, so as to ensure that transfers of personal data in the context of the new EMA mandate (e.g. data resulting from clinical trials) will be subject to EU data protection rules, including the General Data Protection Regulation This draft update of the EMA mandate is part of a broader European Health Union package (which also includes a reinforced mandate for the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control and a draft law on cross-border health threats). All three proposals were put forward by the European Commission on 11 November 2020. On 16 September 2021, the Health Union package was supplemented by a proposal for the establishment of a Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority (HERA).

AHEPA E-News Volume 15, Issue 34 | Wednesday, October 27, 2021 AHEPA Honors His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew The American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (Order of AHEPA) hosted its 45th Biennial Congressional banquet in honor of His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I, and to mark the commencement of his historic third Apostolic Visit to the United States, at the Mayflower Hotel, Washington, D.C., Oct. 24, 2021. His Eminence Elder Metropolitan Emmanuel of Chalcedon represented His All-Holiness, who felt unwell Sunday morning and was hospitalized overnight for observation. His All-Holiness was released from the hospital Monday morning. “AHEPA promotes all the values and principles that are the rich legacy of Hellenism – Ancient, Byzantine, and Modern,” His Eminence Elder Metropolitan Emmanuel said during his toast. “And the Holy Archdiocese, as the daughter of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, embodies these values and principles as they have been baptized into Christ through the preaching of the Gospel. For the Omogeneia, the Archdiocese and AHEPA are two hands of one body, and we are grateful for their cooperative spirit.” In his tribute to His All-Holiness, Supreme President Jimmy Kokotas spoke about the effectiveness and meaning of the Ecumenical Patriarch’s message of unity, love, and compassion, and Kokotas pledged AHEPA can do more to amplify his message. “We also must make sure His All-Holiness’s ministry, his message and his spiritual home—the Ecumenical Patriarchate—are safeguarded from the plight they face daily," Kokotas added. "They must be sustained…they must flourish.” His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America received AHEPA’s presentation of $100,000 to become a Founding Member of the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Foundation: For the Sacred See of Saint Andrew. Supreme President Kokotas and Chairman of the Board Nicholas A. Karacostas, PSP, made the presentation, along with a gift to His Eminence Metropolitan Emmanuel. Ahepan, Archon and Prominent Businessman Michael Psaros delivered the Keynote Address. Several members of Congress addressed the audience: U.S. Sen. Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), U.S. Rep. Gus M. Bilirakis (R-FL), co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Hellenic Issues and co-chair of the International Religious Freedom Caucus; U.S. Rep. Carolyn Maloney (D-NY), co-founder and co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Hellenic Issues; U.S. Rep. John Sarbanes (D-MD), and U.S. Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY), who serves on the House Committee on Foreign Affairs. Daughters of Penelope Grand President Kathy Bizoukas presented a gift to His Eminence Metropolitan Emmanuel. Mike Emanuel, Fox News Chief Washington correspondent, served as the Master of Ceremonies. Chairman of the Board Karacostas, PSP, delivered welcome remarks. photo album | The National Herald Top (L-R): Psaros, Rep. Malliotakis, Rep. Maloney, Metropolitan Emmanuel, Grand President Bizoukas, DOP Executive Director Saviolakis, Rep. Sarbanes, Senator and Mrs. Van Hollen. Top Right: Metropolitan Emmanuel looks on as Supreme President Kokotas delivers remarks. Photo Credit: Bill Petros AHEPA Service Dogs Program Chair to be Recognized AHEPA Service Dogs for Warriors Program Chairman George Karatzia, PSG, will be recognized as the "Man of the Year" by Canine Companions, a non-profit organization that enhances the lives of people with disabilities by providing highly trained assistance dogs at no charge to the recipient, on November 11, 2021, 10 a.m. Chairman Karatzia will accept the award on behalf of the entire AHEPA family. "Congratulations to Brother Karatzia on this well-deserved honor," Supreme President Jimmy Kokotas said. "We commend the entire AHEPA family for its overwhelming support for a worthy program that serves veterans who are suffering from PTSD." AHEPA Responds to Call to Action, Opens Emergency Relief Fund Shortly after concluding business at our Athens Supreme Convention, an onslaught of wildfires devastated Greece. Supreme President Jimmy Kokotas immediately opened the Emergency Relief Fund and called on Ahepans from across the globe to mobilize. As they have in the past, Ahepans heeded the call and stepped up to assist in any way possible. As monetary donations continue to pour in, Ahepans also have volunteered their time and resources by donating bottles of water or by contributing to actual fire relief. Stateside, Hurricane Ida came barreling through the Gulf, leaving devastation in her wake in Louisiana and causing severe flooding and tornado damage in the mid-Atlantic up to parts of New England. AHEPA is working with the District 16 AHEPA family to determine how we can assist those affected by the hurricane to help them recover as quickly as possible. Click Here to make a tax-deductible Donation to the AHEPA Emergency Fund Upcoming Events & Deadlines October 28 | Oxi Day November 1 | Deadline: Winter 2021-22 The Ahepan 2 | Thyranoixia - Opening of the Doors Ceremony of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine at World Trade Center 8-12 | AHEPA Golf Tournament, Daytona Beach, Fla. (For more information, contact Supreme Athletic Director, Chris Atsaves.) 20 | Testimonial Dinner for PSP George G. Horiates, Philadelphia, 6 p.m. The Franklin Institute, 222 N. 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA (Proceeds to benefit the AHEPA Capital Campaign Fund. Contact 856.986.8972 for information.) Greek American News Digest  Editor's Note: Editorials, commentaries, opinion pieces, and articles are shared for information purposes only and do not necessarily reflect the views or policy positions of the Order of AHEPA, its affiliated organizations, and members Orthodox Patriarch Praises Biden After Meeting VOA News (Oct. 25) Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, the spiritual leader of Eastern Orthodox Christians, resumed a busy American visit Monday after an overnight hospital stay, meeting with President Joe Biden after earlier meetings with the Turkish ambassador and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken. read more White House Readout Beware of Greeks Riding American Ships The National Interest (Oct. 23) Lockheed Martin is building a specialized kind of frigate for the Greek navy. read more Pope to visit Cyprus and Greece, including Lesbos island, Dec. 2-6 Reuters (Oct. 26) Pope Francis will visit Cyprus and Greece, including the Greek island of Lesbos to meet migrants, from December 2-6, a Vatican source said on Tuesday. read more Greek Socialist leader Gennimata dies after long illness Ekathimerini (Oct. 25) The leader of Greece’s third-largest political party, Fofi Gennimata, has died after being hospitalized for treatment for a long-term illness earlier this month. She was 56. Gennimata had served as leader of the Pan-Hellenic Socialist Movement, or PASOK, since 2015. It was later made part of a center-left umbrella group known as the Movement for Change. read more  Cyprus aims for Mars with X-Ray rock dating instrument Associated Press (Oct. 21) Tiny Cyprus aims to join the global space exploration drive by developing a compact, X-Ray instrument capable of dating Martian soil and rock samples relatively accurately to potentially reveal more about the Red Planet’s geological history and offer a glimpse of Earth’s own future. read more

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