Export of Arms : Olivier Chastel answers on behalf of Catherine Ashton, High Representative
In the framework of the open questions with debate during the plenary session of the European parliament, the High Representative Catherine Ashton has asked the Belgian Presidency to stand in for her concerning the question of the arms export.
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The evolution of European pension schemes in the spotlight of Liege
In the framework of the Belgian Presidency, a major conference was organized in Liege on various social themes and particularly pensions, in collaboration with Mrs. Laurette Onkelinx, Deputy-Prime Minister for Social Affairs.In this context, the Minister of Pensions, Michel Daerden, organized a ministerial conference on Tuesday, 7 September, on how various European pension systems and their financing have been adjusted at a time when the proportion of senior citizens is growing.
"Social Europe can't wait!"
The major financial and economic crisis we are currently experiencing amply demonstrates the value of having a robust social system, a real shield to protect our citizens and support consumption. Although Europe has made some progress in this area, the social dimension is still not sufficiently taken into account in European decision-making.
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Made in Belarus: when travel becomes a raison d’être
52 photographs paced by fragments of travel notes. This is the journey proposed within the walls of the Museum of Photography of Charleroi by Philippe Herbet, an artist who is as passionate about literature as he is about photography.
Mister Europe: Paul-Henri Spaak
When the name Mister Europe is heard today, people tend to think of handsome young men competing for the honour of ‘best looking man in Europe’. Yet it was former Belgian Prime Minister Paul-Henri Spaak, given this nickname in the 1950s, who was probably the first to wear this crown. He certainly was quite a man, but then chiefly in the political arena. Spaak was one of the founders of the modern EU. Read on
Natura 2000: Europe protects its natural beauty
Natura 2000 is a European network of nature conservation areas situated on the territory of the Member States of the European Union. This network is the cornerstone of the European policy for the preservation and restoration of biodiversity. Natura 2000 is not intended just for the conservation of habitats, but also contributes to the protection of species.
112: Help at hand on the other end of the line
In need of emergency help? An ambulance? Immediate assistance from the police or fire brigade? No matter where you are in the European Union (EU), the only number you need to remember is: 112.
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Dans quelques minutes, question time sur Haïti, l'ajustement budgétaire, le droit à l'accès à l'eau,... En direct sur http://bit.ly/ajomQI — 7 hours 25 min ago
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Already heard about NATURA 2000? Read all about it on the home page of www.eutrio.be #EuTrioBe — 9 hours 36 min ago
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Exportations d’armes : réponse au nom de Cathy Ashton, Haute Représentante http://bit.ly/dxRKxU — 9 hours 48 min ago
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A 15h, question sur les exportations d’armes, je remplace la Haute Représentante Cathy Ashton. En direct http://bit.ly/ajomQI #EuTrioBe #EP — 10 hours 53 min ago
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Votes : lignes directrices emploi, droits de l'homme en Iran, protection des animaux utilisés à des fins scientif. http://bit.ly/UFNbe — 13 hours 8 min ago
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