Think Tank Review - June 2023

 

Library blog Thursday 22 June 2023

● General Secretariat of the Council   Think Tank Review - June 2023   The European Political Community’s second meeting, the EU’s institutional reform, a possible digital euro, the EU decarbonisation coupled with its economic security, EU gas market diversification efforts, EU’s naval rearmament, 2024 US presidential election and its implications for Europe, the strategic importance of the Arctic, and preferential trade agreements as an alternative to WTO are some of the topics discussed in the June Think Tank Review.

COUNCIL OF THE EU

 

22/06/2023 15:15 | Press release Preparing for the future in focus when EU ministers met in Stockholm On 21–22 June, EU ministers met in Stockholm for an Informal meeting of the General Affairs Council to discuss how the EU can best prepare for future challenges, and to prepare the EU in view of a future enlargement.

22/06/2023 12:00 | Press release

Life sciences conference in era of personalised medicine

On 26–27 June, Europe’s key stakeholders in the life sciences sector will gather to highlight the importance of research and innovation in personalised medicine. The conference, organised within the framework of the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the EU, will be live-streamed

21/06/2023 12:00 | Article

Paulina Brandberg celebrated EU accession to Istanbul Convention in Brussels

On Monday, Minister for Gender Equality and Working Life Paulina Brandberg hosted a reception in Brussels to highlight the EU’s accession to the Istanbul Convention.

21/06/2023 15:00 | Article

Transport, Tele­communications and Energy Council agree on proposal for new electricity market design

At the meeting of the Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council (TTE) on 19 June, the EU energy ministers agreed on a general approach on a proposal for regulation on wholesale energy market integrity and transparency (REMIT).

21/06/2023 16:00 | Article

Environment Council agrees on general approach for nature restoration law

The EU environmental and climate ministers adopted a general approach on a proposal for a regulation on nature restoration at their meeting in Luxembourg on 20 June. The ministers also discussed two other Commission proposals: an amendment to the regulation on CO2 emissions from heavy-duty vehicles and a recast of the air quality directive.

21/06/2023 13:45 | Article

EU-US joint statement following the EU-US Ministerial Meeting on Justice and Home Affairs

On 21 June 2023, the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the European Union hosted the EU-US Ministerial Meeting on Justice and Home Affairs in Stockholm. The European Union was represented by the Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson, the Commissioner for Justice Didier Reynders, as well as the Swedish Minister for Justice Gunnar Strömmer.

Meetings Thursday 22 June 2023

● Council of the EU   22/06/2023 14:17 | MEETING | Agriculture and Fisheries Council, 26-27 June 2023   Background brief - Agriculture and Fisheries Council of 26 and 27 June 2023

Meetings Thursday 22 June 2023

● Council of the EU   22/06/2023 11:41 | MEETING | Background brief - General Affairs Council, 27 June 2023   Background brief - General Affairs Council, 27 June 2023

Meetings Thursday 22 June 2023

● Council of the EU   22/06/2023 09:11 | MEETING | Agenda highlights - Foreign Affairs Council, 26 June 2023   The Foreign Affairs Council will discuss the Russian aggression against Ukraine, EU-Latin America and the Caribbean relations, and digital diplomacy.

Meetings Thursday 22 June 2023

● Council of the EU   22/06/2023 09:31 | MEETING | Agenda highlights - EU-Tajikistan Cooperation Council, 26 June 2023   The 10th EU-Tajikistan Cooperation Council will exchange views on general and political matters, trade, economic and investment issues, and international and regional issues.

.

ΟΒΑΜΑ's latest

 

Hi there,   Here at the Obama Foundation, we believe in the promise and potential of the next generation of leaders.  This week, nearly 100 Obama Foundation Leaders convened in Athens, Greece, to build meaningful relationships across regions and sectors. Our hope is that the valuable time they spent together inspired, empowered, and connected them in ways that will help them change their world. Moments like these are why we ask for your support. With each gift that you generously contribute, another young person is able to take another step toward expanding their impact.   Throughout the week, President Obama had the opportunity to listen to the challenges these young leaders face and learn about the opportunities, tools, and training they need to advance their work. From what we learned, when you contribute, you create opportunities for them to build meaningful connections, and you invest in the promise and potential of the next generation of leaders. These changemakers are ready to lead in their fields as they bring change home to their communities. Are you ready to commit to investing in the next generation of emerging leaders?  We hope so.   DONATE NOW –The Obama Foundation P.S. In honor of this moment, CNN produced a one-hour special to shine light on the challenges President Obama sees to democracy and the Foundation’s approach to developing young leaders to create positive, lasting change in their communities. If you’re following along from the United States, we hope you tune into the special on Thursday night on CNN at 9 pm CT/10 pm ET and on Friday night on your local PBS station at 10 pm CT/ 11 pm ET.  If you’re outside of the United States, you can catch the special on Friday, June 23, on CNN International at 1 pm ET. Make sure to check your local listings for more details.

ⓒ 2023 Obama Foundation

COUNCIL OF THE EU

 

Press material Wednesday 21 June 2023

● Council of the EU   21/06/2023 13:40 | Press release | Joint EU-US statement following the EU-US Ministerial Meeting on Justice and Home Affairs   On 21 June 2023, the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the European Union hosted the EU-U.S. Ministerial Meeting on Justice and Home Affairs in Stockholm. The European Union was represented by the Commissioner for Home Affairs Ylva Johansson, the Commissioner for Justice Didier Reynders, as well as the Swedish Minister for Justice Gunnar Strömmer. The incoming Presidency of the Council was represented by the Spanish Minister of Justice Maria Pilar Llop Cuenca and the Spanish Minister of the Interior Fernando Grande-Marlaska. The United States was represented by Attorney General Merrick Garland and Secretary for Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas. The meeting was an opportunity to reaffirm the commitment of the European Union and the United States to a strong transatlantic partnership, at a time of major geopolitical challenges. The United States and the European Union once again condemned Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and reaffirmed their unwavering support for Ukraine. They discussed their intent to deepen their cooperation in assisting Ukraine in the area of justice reform and the rule of law. The United States and the European Union remain committed to provide protection to those who had to flee Ukraine as a result of the Russian aggression.