Making Europe an AI continent
The EU’s approach to AI has a dual objective of achieving both technological excellence and trust in AI, aiming to boost research and industrial capacity while at the same time ensuring safety and fundamental rights.
Briefings
EU space act [EU Legislation in Progress]
The space sector is subject to fierce global competition between states as well as between companies. Technological developments have spurred a substantial drop in launch costs, which has enabled private actors to harness a majority of the orbits currently in use, while generating higher revenues from them.
EU space act [EU Legislation in Progress]
The space sector is subject to fierce global competition between states as well as between companies. Technological developments have spurred a substantial drop in launch costs, which has enabled private actors to harness a majority of the orbits currently in use, while generating higher revenues from them.
Euthanasia legislation in the EU
After the Netherlands became the first country in the world to legalise euthanasia in 2002, more countries have been addressing the challenge of what to do with people who request a termination of their life because of unbearable suffering.
Understanding the EU trade defence toolbox
The EU’s trade defence arsenal can be divided into two categories.
How labour migration affects countries of origin
In Europe, migration is typically seen from the standpoint of the receiving countries. Migrants play a crucial role in addressing the challenges posed by an ageing population and skills gaps, but there are also concerns about their vetting and the strain they may put on public services.
Assessing the potential and challenges of the European Citizens’ Initiative
The European Citizens’ Initiative, rooted in the principles of civic participation and democratic legitimacy, is a significant achievement of the European Union. It grants European citizens the right to have a stronger voice and actively participate in EU policymaking.
Revision of the Tobacco Taxation Directive [EU Legislation in Progress]
On 16 July 2025, the European Commission proposed a revision to the Tobacco Taxation Directive, alongside modifications to the general Excise Duty Directive.
Confiscation of immobilised Russian sovereign assets: State of play, arguments and scenarios
Within days of Russia having launched its full-scale aggression against Ukraine on 24 February 2022, the EU included in its third package of sanctions the prohibition of any transaction related to the management of reserves and assets of the Central Bank of Russia (CBR), thus immobilising (‘freezing’) approximately €210 billion worth of assets held under EU Member States’ jurisdictions. The non-EU G7 countries (the US, the UK, Canada and Japan), together with Australia and Switzerland, adopted similar measures.
European Universities alliances – a model of strengthened cooperation
A European University is formed when a group of higher education institutions (HEIs) come together to create an alliance. The alliances comprise all types of HEIs, covering a broad geographic scope across Europe, and work together with partners outside the educational field.