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Press Conference following the Informal Conference of Transport Ministers on energy crisis
European Commission Speech Brussels, 21 Apr 2026 Ladies and gentlemen, This morning, we held constructive discussions,on the ongoing crisis in the Middle East, and its impact on transport across Europe, affect...
Commission announces winners of 2026 European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award
European Commission Press release Brussels, 21 Apr 2026 Ahead of the kick-off of EU Diversity Month tomorrow, the European Commission has announced the winners of the fifth edition of the European Capitals of Inclusion and Diversity Award. As a key action of the Union of Equality, the Award celebrates towns, cities, and regions across the EU that lead by example in fostering inclusive policies and driving diversity.
EU, Ukraine and Canada to co-host high-level meeting on returning Ukrainian children
European Commission Press release Brussels, 21 Apr 2026 The EU, together with Ukraine and Canada will co-host a high-level meeting of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children on 11 May in Brussels.
Daily News 21 / 04 / 2026
European Commission Daily news Brussels, 21 Apr 2026 Commission clears Lisbon railway line bid under Foreign Subsidies Regulation, subject to conditions The European Commission has authorised Metropolitano de Lisb...
Commission clears Lisbon railway line bid under Foreign Subsidies Regulation, subject to conditions
European Commission Press release Brussels, 21 Apr 2026 The European Commission has authorised Metropolitano de Lisboa to move forward with awarding the contract for the construction and design of the Lisbon “Violet” metro line, subject to conditions under the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR), following a change by the consortium that avoids any distortion caused by foreign subsidies.
Speaking notes by Commissioner Kubilius in the structured dialogue with the European Parliament ITRE Committee
European Commission Speech Brussels, 20 Apr 2026 Honourable Members, This is a very timely dialogue. We are living in a very rapidly changing geopolitical environment, with new threats and challenges coming ea...
Speech by Commissioner Kos at the Structured Dialogue with the European Parliament
European Commission Speech Brussels, 20 Apr 2026 Dear Members of the European Parliament, Thank you for this opportunity to exchange views today. I would like to take this opportunity to take stock of where we...
Keynote speech by Commissioner Kubilius to the General Assembly of the Alliance for zero-emission aviation
European Commission Speech Brussels, 20 Apr 2026 Good Afternoon, I want to start with some inspiration from history. In Lithuania we have two historical national heroes, two famous pilots Steponas Darius and S...
Daily News 20 / 04 / 2026
European Commission Daily news Brussels, 20 Apr 2026 EU and Bangladesh pave the way for a closer partnership and more cooperation Today, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Vice-Preside...
Joint statement by Commission, WHO Regional Office for Europe, and UNICEF Regional Office for Europe and Central Asia, celebrating the progress vaccination has made to protect public health for the past two decades
European Commission Statement Brussels, 20 Apr 2026 As the 20th European Immunisation Week kicks off today, we celebrate the incredible progress vaccination has made to protect people's health over the past two decades and call for bold leadership and enhanced commitment to sustain this progress in the years to come.