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The Commission has adopted a proposal for a Regulation by the European Parliament and the Council establishing the European Defence Industry Reinforcement through common Procurement Act (EDIRPA) for 2022-2024. As announced in the Joint communication on the Defence Investment Gaps in May, the Commission is delivering on its commitment to set up a Short-Term EU Instrument reinforcing European …

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The European Commission and the European Climate, Infrastructure and Environment Executive Agency (CINEA) have published the first call for proposals under the Public Sector Loan Facility. This means that public authorities can apply for grants for projects that will benefit just transition territories. The grants will be linked to EIB loans and increase the attractiveness of investments …

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The European Union faces the risk of further gas supply cuts from Russia, due to the Kremlin’s weaponisation of gas exports, with almost half of our Member States already affected by reduced deliveries.  Taking action now can reduce both the risk and the costs for Europe in case of further or full disruption, strengthening European …

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Following the adoption of the Partnership Agreement 2021-2027 with Austria, the Commission has adopted the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund (EMFAF) Programme for Austria, to implement the EU common fisheries policy (CFP) and EU policy priorities outlined in the European Green Deal. The total financial allocation for the Austrian Programme 2021-2027 is EUR 15 million over …

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Share your experiences of and join in celebrating the EU’s flagship programme supporting education, training, youth and sport at events and initiatives worldwide. Are you an Erasmus+ beneficiary? Do you manage an ongoing Erasmus+ project? From 13 – 15 October 2022, past, present and future Erasmus+ programme beneficiaries will have the chance to celebrate and …

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A study supporting the revision of the EU legislation on blood, tissues and cells (BTC) has been published. The study, purchased by HaDEA under the 3rd health programme, aimed at supporting the European Commission’s assessment of the impacts of proposed reforms to Directive 2002/98/EC on safety and quality of human blood and blood components and Directive 2004/23/EC on safety …

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The Health and Digital Executive Agency (HaDEA) is looking for experts in digital infrastructure domains to evaluate project proposals submitted under the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) Digital calls for the 2022 call foreseen this upcoming fall. Experts should have experience in one or more of these fields: quantum communication infrastructures submarine cable infrastructures space technology …

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The Council of the EU adopted the Digital Markets Act (DMA). It marks an important step forward in defining new rules for online platforms. Its main goals are: Create a safer digital space in which the fundamental rights of all users of digital services are protected. Establish a level playing field to foster innovation, growth, …

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In Washington, D.C. on 13 July, the European Union, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Cabo Verde, Morocco, South Africa and the United States signed a new All-Atlantic Ocean Research and Innovation Declaration. It will continue the successful journey of ocean science diplomacy and set a common path forward for ocean research cooperation in the Atlantic, from Pole …

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Last month, the European Commission revealed new legislation designed to protect and restore Europe’s ecosystems. The first-of-its kind proposal sets an ambitious target to repair 80% of European habitats – from forest, marine and freshwater ecosystems to urban and agricultural land – and to bring nature back to all ecosystems. The proposal for a Nature …

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