Himmelfahrt 2020

Press releases on debates and decisions in plenary and in committee

• Press release - MEPs back new EU defence innovation programme

  The draft law aims to respond to the new security environment shaped by Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, where fast and low-cost defence innovation cycles are critical.Committee on Industry, Research and EnergyCommittee on Security and Defence Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

• Press release - New Eurobarometer survey: media briefing on Tuesday at 10:00

  Accredited journalists are invited to an embargoed briefing on the results of a new survey on the public’s view of the EU and its priorities. Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

• Press release - East Asia: stronger cooperation to boost EU’s security and competitiveness

  MEPs want the EU to expand diplomatic relations, security cooperation and economic partnerships with like-minded partners in East Asia amid a shifting geopolitical situation.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

• Press release - Cardiovascular health: MEPs call on EU to boost disease prevention

  On Wednesday, Parliament’s Public Health Committee adopted its response to the EU’s first ever cardiovascular health plan.Committee on Public Health Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP

• Press release - Deal to improve worker protection against exposure to dangerous chemicals

  On Tuesday, Parliament and Council negotiators reached a provisional agreement on new rules to improve EU standards protecting workers from exposure to certain dangerous substances.Committee on Employment and Social Affairs Source : © European Union, 2026 - EP