Parliament adopts Hong Kong, Cuba and Zambia resolutions
The European Parliament adopted three resolutions on human rights in Hong Kong, Cuba and Zambia, announcing the votes but providing no text excerpts, vote counts or next steps.
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Plenary votes in Strasbourg, committee decisions in Brussels, and the press releases that follow. Every item is written in our own words and links straight to the Parliament’s own statement, so the original wording is one click away. See also European Commission.
Safer online environment for young people
European Parliament MEPs adopted proposals obliging online platforms, EU countries and the Commission to act together to ensure a safer online environment for young people across the EU.
Parliament sitting Thursday 17 September
The EP Today briefing confirms a Parliament sitting on Thursday 17 September, alerting journalists and stakeholders to consult the plenary agenda and related documents for details.
Parliament backs Austria’s candidate to the European Court of Auditors
The European Parliament endorsed Gerald Loacker as Austria’s candidate to the European Court of Auditors after scrutiny by the Committee on Budgetary Control, completing the parliamentary stage.
Parliament backs new measures to boost defence readiness
The European Parliament approved measures to accelerate defence investment and improve the EU’s capacity to respond to evolving security challenges, strengthening defence readiness.
EU response to hybrid threats urged by Parliament committee
The Parliament’s Security and Defence Committee calls for a stronger, coordinated EU response to hybrid threats, pointing to Russia and proxies as main perpetrators and urging policy action.
Metsola and Canada press conference at Parliament
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola and Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney will hold a joint press conference at the Parliament tomorrow at 12:30; no agenda or location details were given.
EU tightens rules for cross-border e-commerce
The European Parliament adopted reforms tightening rules for cross-border e-commerce and creating a new EU-level customs authority to better oversee growing online shipments.
MEPs debate state of the EU: economy, security, climate, AI
MEPs and Commission President von der Leyen held the annual State of the Union debate to review EU work on the economy, security, climate, AI and the impact of social media.
Parliament daily bulletin for 16 September
The Parliament daily bulletin for 16 September provides a short press release outlining the day's schedule and serves as routine information for journalists, stakeholders and citizens.
