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Published on June 17, 2024 - 12:15 GMT

‘Path to Peace’ conference in Switzerland: EU calls Russia to heed the international community’s message to end its imperialist ...

On 15 and 16 June, around 100 countries and organisations from around the world, including the EU, gathered in Bürgenstock in Switzerland, to develop a common understanding of a path towards a comprehensive, just and lasting peace in Ukraine. Eighty-three …

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Published on June 17, 2024 - 12:15 GMT

Top EU officials praise Georgian President Zourabichvili’s commitment to Georgia’s European future

The European Union regrets the increasing number of reported acts of intimidation, threats and physical assaults on civil society representatives, political leaders, civil activists and journalists in Georgia, EU Lead Spokesperson Peter Stano said today in …

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Published on June 17, 2024 - 11:27 GMT

EBRD appoints new Managing Director for Türkiye and the Caucasus

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has appointed Elisabetta Falcetti as its new Managing Director for Türkiye and the Caucasus. She starts her new role on 1 August. Elisabetta Falcetti currently serves as Director, Regional Head of …

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Published on June 15, 2024 - 11:42 GMT

EU to start accession talks with Ukraine and Moldova on 25 June

On 14 June, EU Member States’ Ambassadors agreed in principle on the negotiating frameworks for the accession negotiations of Ukraine and Moldova. The decision was made at COREPER (the Committee of Permanent Representatives in the European Union, made up …

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Published on June 15, 2024 - 09:48 GMT

Who will support civil society actors as burnout stalks Ukrainian activists?

As Russia’s war in Ukraine continues, the resilience of those affected is tested daily. The psychological toll on the Ukrainian population is profound, with widespread reports of trauma, anxiety, and stress-related disorders. Ukrainian civil society …

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Published on June 14, 2024 - 20:09 GMT

EU and IOM provide new equipment to Institute of Oncology of Moldova

The European Union has financed the delivery of new equipment for the Oncological Institute of Moldova, the EU Delegation to Moldova has reported. The International Organisation for Migration in Moldova facilitated the delivery of the equipment in May this …

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Published on June 14, 2024 - 20:09 GMT

EU4Moldova: wastewater treatment plant built in Sculeni

A wastewater treatment plant is now operational in Sculeni, Ungheni, providing improved access to sanitation services for 3,400 households, school and pre-school education, health care institutions, and over 100 entrepreneurs in the village and two other …

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Published on June 14, 2024 - 18:49 GMT

New EU call to support displaced researchers from Ukraine under Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions

The European Commission has announced a new call to support projects benefiting around 50 displaced doctoral and postdoctoral researchers from Ukraine through the MSCA4Ukraine initiative, with an extra €10 million in funding under the Horizon Europe …

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Published on June 14, 2024 - 13:55 GMT

‘Erasmus+ revealed’: first-hand stories and tips in a new podcast

The EU-funded Erasmus+ programme has released a new podcast aiming to become an essential guide for anyone interested in understanding the benefits of the programme. Erasmus+ revealed is a series of eight episodes, all in English, each exploring a lesser …

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Published on June 14, 2024 - 13:05 GMT

New water supply system inaugurated in Ungheni district of Moldova with EU and UNDP support

More than 640 households and 20 entrepreneurs in the village of Buzduganii de Jos in the commune of Valea Mare, in the Ungheni district of Moldova, now have access to drinking water, thanks to a water system built with the support of the European Union and …

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Published on June 14, 2024 - 13:05 GMT

Empowering women with disabilities: Armenian theatre uses sign language to bring prominent women to life

“I discovered that we had such strong female figures a hundred years ago who fought for women’s rights, and I was amazed. It was also the first time I could watch a performance like this,” said 16-year-old Khatuna Usoyan, a person with hearing disability …

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Published on June 14, 2024 - 13:05 GMT

EU member states welcome proposal to extend temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees

On 13 June, the Council of the European Union welcomed the European Commission’s proposal to extend until March 2026 the temporary protection for more than 4 million Ukrainians fleeing Russia’s war of aggression. The temporary protection mechanism was …

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Published on June 14, 2024 - 13:05 GMT

G7 in Italy agrees almost €47 billion loan for Ukraine from Russian assets

On 13 June, the G7, meeting in Apulia, Italy, on 13-15 June, agreed to use frozen Russian assets to raise $50 billion (€46.8 billion) to help Ukraine fight Russia’s full-scale aggression, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced on X ( …

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Published on June 14, 2024 - 11:38 GMT

Third Edition of Moldova Youth Forum to be held in Balti – register now!

The Moldova Youth Forum returns with its third edition! This year, the event will gather over 300 young people from across the Republic of Moldova on 29-30 June in the city of Bălți. The Forum aims to provide young people with a platform to discover …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 17:32 GMT

Foreign agent law in Georgia: EU calls authorities to put end to acts of intimidation, threats and physical assaults

The European Union regrets the increasing number of reported acts of intimidation, threats and physical assaults on civil society representatives, political leaders, civil activists and journalists in Georgia, EU Lead Spokesperson Peter Stano said today in …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 17:32 GMT

Support to Ukraine: European Union mobilises additional assistance through Civil Protection Mechanism

In response to the extensive damage inflicted on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure by Russia’s targeted attacks, the European Union has deployed additional resources to Ukraine via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. Over 1,000 power generators were offered …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 17:32 GMT

EU and Armenia hold fifth meeting of Partnership Committee

On 11-12 June, the EU-Armenia Partnership Committee, established under the EU-Armenia Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement (CEPA), met for the fifth time in Yerevan to discuss the implementation of the CEPA and EU-Armenia bilateral cooperation. …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 17:32 GMT

European Peace Facility: EU to support Moldova’s air defence capabilities

Today, the Council of the European Union adopted an assistance measure of €9 million under the European Peace Facility (EPF) to finance air defence system short-range interceptors for the Armed Forces of the Republic of Moldova. The measure complements a € …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 17:32 GMT

Frontex and EU Advisory Mission enhance Ukrainian border security

On 12 June, the European Union Advisory Mission (EUAM) Ukraine and Frontex, in collaboration with Moldovan border guards, organised a workshop to enhance the skills of Ukrainian border guards and customs officers. The activities, held at the Palanca …

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Published on June 13, 2024 - 17:32 GMT

Ukraine: vocational school in Sarny receives modern equipment from the EU

On 11 June, the European Union, in partnership with the German Development Bank KfW and the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine, handed over nine units of road construction equipment to Higher Vocational School #22 in Sarny, Ukraine. In addition …

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