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Published on June 25, 2024 - 13:24 GMT

Charles Michel ahead of opening accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova: ‘We are witnessing an historic moment’

President of the European Council Charles Michel issued a statement ahead of today’s opening accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, saying that the first Intergovernmental Conferences taking place today in Luxembourg are a “key milestone” and “a …

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Published on June 25, 2024 - 13:24 GMT

Ukrainian refugees: EU extends temporary protection until March 2026

Today, the Council of the European Union adopted a decision to extend its temporary protection until 4 March 2026 for the more than 4 million Ukrainians fleeing from Russia’s war of aggression. The temporary protection mechanism was triggered on 4 March …

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Published on June 25, 2024 - 00:01 GMT

Why COP29 in Azerbaijan matters to youth!

“You are failing us. But the young people are starting to understand your betrayal. The eyes of all future generations are upon you. And if you choose to fail us, I say: We will never forgive you.” This is one of the most famous statements made by Greta …

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Published on June 25, 2024 - 00:01 GMT

Unravelling inclusion: a Young European Ambassador’s journey towards authentic diversity and belonging

Diversity and inclusion have become buzzwords in recent years, particularly among organisations and corporations aiming to create inclusive workplaces. Yet, there remains significant ambiguity distinguishing between assimilation and genuine inclusion, …

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Published on June 25, 2024 - 00:00 GMT

Be diligent, dedicated and decent: ten years of youth work in Armenia

Tell us a little about yourself and your interests. I am Razmik Mnatsakanyan from Oshakan. I am an economist by training, but it has been 10 years since youth work started to occupy a special and primary place in my life. I have various other interests, …

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Published on June 24, 2024 - 17:45 GMT

Dance, Move, Act: bringing inclusive art workshops to Kutaisi

Through the support of the EU under its EU4Culture project, a group of creatives and cultural professionals is popularising inclusivity in art on a local local level in Kutaisi, Georgia. Every week, children, adolescents, and youth with disabilities gather …

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Published on June 24, 2024 - 17:45 GMT

Children and armed conflicts: Council updates EU guidelines and approves conclusions

The Council of the European Union today adopted the updated EU Guidelines on Children and Armed Conflict, which were first adopted in 2003 and then updated in 2008. The updated version intends to strengthen the EU’s contribution to the respect, protection, …

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Published on June 24, 2024 - 17:45 GMT

Armenia: EU4Dialogue provides solar water heaters and fences to vulnerable population in Gegharkunik and other regions

The EU-funded EU4Dialogue project has provided 20 solar water heaters to vulnerable households in Gegharkunik. Thanks to the project, around 50 residents will now have reduced energy bills and access to clean and drinkable water. The UNDP in Armenia has …

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Published on June 24, 2024 - 17:45 GMT

EU welcomes Armenia’s proposal to establish bilateral mechanism to address alleged ceasefire violations

“The proposal of Armenia to establish a bilateral mechanism to address alleged ceasefire violations on the Armenian-Azerbaijani border to reduce tensions is to be welcomed,” Toivo Klaar, the EU’s special representative in the South Caucasus, wrote on 23 …

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Published on June 24, 2024 - 17:34 GMT

Twelve influencers from EaP countries conclude mission in Latvia and Czechia

As part of the #ShapeYourFuture campaign, implemented by EU NEIGHBOURS east, 12 influencers from Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine travelled to Riga and Prague on 16-22 June to learn how these countries have benefited from being part of …

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Published on June 24, 2024 - 17:23 GMT

Armenia: open call for organisations to host interns and fellows

The Armenian branch of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation and the Gyumri ‘Youth Initiatives Centre’ invite interested public or non-public organisations to apply for hosting interns and fellows in their organisations in six target regions of Armenia – Armavir, …

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Published on June 24, 2024 - 17:23 GMT

Creative Compass Georgia launches grant call to support innovative creative initiatives outside Tbilisi

The EU-funded Creative Compass Georgia project has announced a new grant call stimulating and fostering innovative creative initiatives across Georgia’s regions. The Creative Connections grant call aims to strengthen professional relationships in the …

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Published on June 24, 2024 - 11:06 GMT

Sanctions circumvention and energy measures: EU adopts 14th package of sanctions against Russia

The Council of the European Union today adopted a 14th package of economic and individual restrictive measures against Russia, “dealing a further blow to Putin’s regime and those who perpetuate his illegal, unprovoked and unjustified war of aggression …

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Published on June 24, 2024 - 11:06 GMT

EU and EIB to establish new €300 million export credit guarantee facility to support exports by European companies to Ukraine

On 21 June, the European Commission, the European Investment Bank (EIB) and the European Investment Fund (EIF) agreed to establish a €300 million export credit guarantee facility under the EU flagship investment programme InvestEU. The agreement was …

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Published on June 21, 2024 - 19:02 GMT

EU confirms launch of EU accessions negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova on 25 June in Luxembourg

The Council of the European Union today adopted the general EU positions, including negotiating frameworks, for accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, the Belgian Presidency in the Council of the European Union announced on X (formerly Twitter). …

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Published on June 21, 2024 - 18:27 GMT

2024 Parliamentary Summer School for Georgian students – apply by 29 June!

The EU Delegation to Georgia and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have announced enrolment for the 2024 Parliamentary Summer School. The School will take place on 11-17 July, in Samtskhe-Javakheti region. It is open to law students of …

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Published on June 21, 2024 - 18:27 GMT

EU Media Camp for young people in Moldova

The Youth Media Centre from Moldova invites young people aged 16 to 20 to a summer camp ‘EU merg la Media Camp’, dedicated to media content production, taking place from 8 to 11 July. This initiative is supported by the European Union, with all …

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Published on June 21, 2024 - 11:59 GMT

Ukraine: EU and UNDP summarise results of year-long project on development of social services

On 21 June, at a national conference in Kyiv, the European Union and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Ukraine, in partnership with the Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine, summed up the results of a year-long project to develop the …

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Published on June 21, 2024 - 11:59 GMT

COP29: EU Commissioner for Climate Action visits Azerbaijan

On 20 June, EU Commissioner for Climate Action Wopke Hoekstra visited Azerbaijan to discuss the preparations, priorities, and deliverables of COP29 to be hosted in Baku in November 2024. Wopke held several high-level bilateral meetings in Baku with …

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Published on June 21, 2024 - 11:59 GMT

Ukraine Energy Support Fund receives extra €12 million from Australia

The Ukraine Energy Support Fund has received a new financial pledge of €12 million from Australia, aimed at supporting Ukraine’s energy infrastructure during the ongoing war. The Ukraine Energy Support Fund is managed by the Energy Community Secretariat, …

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