NewzIntel.com

Category: Europe

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 02/14/2025, 10:06 (Moscow time) the values of the lower boundary of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A105NP4 (IADOM 1P30) were changed.

    Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    02/14/2025

    10:06

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC), on 14.02.2025, 10-06 (Moscow time), the values of the lower limit of the price corridor (up to 75.82) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 468.24 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 22.5%) of the RU000A105NP4 security (IADOM 1P30) were changed.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    Please Note; This Information is Raw Content Directly from the Information Source. It is access to What the Source Is Stating and Does Not Reflect

    HTTPS: //VVV. MEEX.K.M.M.

    MIL OSI Russia News –

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 02/14/2025, 10:22 (Moscow time) the values of the lower boundary of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for security RU000A105898 (IADOM 1P21) were changed.

    Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    02/14/2025

    10:22

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on 14.02.2025, 10-22 (Moscow time), the values of the lower limit of the price corridor (up to 73.12) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 470.18 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 21.25%) of the security RU000A105898 (IADOM 1P21) were changed.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    Please Note; This Information is Raw Content Directly from the Information Source. It is access to What the Source Is Stating and Does Not Reflect

    HTTPS: //VVV. MOEX.K.M.M.

    MIL OSI Russia News –

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 02/14/2025, 10:24 (Moscow time) the values of the lower boundary of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the RU000A1031U3 (VEB1P-26) security were changed.

    Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    02/14/2025

    10:24

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on 14.02.2025, 10-24 (Moscow time), the values of the lower limit of the price corridor (up to 73.03) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 709.17 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 13.75%) of the RU000A1031U3 (VEB1P-26) security were changed.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    Please Note; This Information is Raw Content Directly from the Information Source. It is access to What the Source Is Stating and Does Not Reflect

    HTTPS: //VVV. MOEX.K.MO/N77687

    MIL OSI Russia News –

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 02/14/2025, 10:34 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A0ZYJ91 (FSK RS B4) were changed.

    Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    02/14/2025

    10:34

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on 14.02.2025, 10-34 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 109.84) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1175.67 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 7.5%) of the security RU000A0ZYJ91 (FSK RS B4) were changed.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    Please Note; This Information is Raw Content Directly from the Information Source. It is access to What the Source Is Stating and Does Not Reflect

    HTTPS: //VVV. MEEX.K.M.M.

    MIL OSI Russia News –

  • MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 02/14/2025, 11:30 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the PIKK (PIK ao) security were changed.

    Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

    Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

    02/14/2025

    11:30

    In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC), on 14.02.2025, 11-30 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 851.5) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 923.1 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 25.0%) of the PIKK security (PIK JSC) were changed.

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    Please Note; This Information is Raw Content Directly from the Information Source. It is access to What the Source Is Stating and Does Not Reflect

    HTTPS: //VVV. MEEX.K.M.M.

    MIL OSI Russia News –

  • MIL-OSI United Nations: University of the Bundeswehr Munich

    Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction

    Mission

    University of the Bundeswehr Munich is one of two research universities in Germany at federal level that both were founded in 1973 as part of the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr).

    Originally called Hochschule der Bundeswehr München the institution was supposed to offer civilian academic education for military officers. As an uncommon feature amongst German universities University of the Bundeswehr Munich unifies a more theoretical research university division and a more practical-oriented College of Applied Sciences branch. Today, the university has an increasing number of civilian and international students.

    MIL OSI United Nations News –

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Press release: PM meeting with President Trump’s Special Envoy to the UK Mark Burnett: 13 February 2025

    Source: United Kingdom – Prime Minister’s Office 10 Downing Street

    The Prime Minister was pleased to host President Trump’s Special Envoy to the United Kingdom, Mark Burnett, at Downing Street last night.

    The Prime Minister was pleased to host President Trump’s Special Envoy to the United Kingdom, Mark Burnett, at Downing Street last night, during which he took a call from President Trump and discussed his forthcoming visit to the US.

    Mr Burnett and the Prime Minister agreed on the unique and special nature of the UK-US relationship, the strength of our alliance and the warmth of the connection between the two countries. 

    Mr Burnett reflected on his personal connections to the UK, and his mother’s experience working part time in Downing Street as a waitress over 30 years ago.  

    They emphasised the huge potential for even stronger collaboration on trade, tech and cultural matters between the US and the UK and looked forward to working together.

    Updates to this page

    Published 14 February 2025

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

  • MIL-OSI Russia: GUU is looking for dancers

    Translartion. Region: Russians Fedetion –

    Source: State University of Management – Official website of the State –

    A unique opportunity for dance lovers! Join the SMU team to participate in the All-Russian festival “Russian Student Spring”.

    Young men and women with dance experience are invited. We are waiting for creative guys who are ready for dance experiments, for whom dancing is part of everyday life. Don’t miss the chance to make a name for yourself. Only until February 17 you can become part of this exciting project!

    Rehearsals begin now!

    First gathering: February 17 at 18:45 Dance floor of the Central Control and Monitoring Center

    If you want to become part of the team, know how to dance, are passionate about it and are ready to actively participate in extracurricular activities, register and come to the rehearsal: https://forms.yandex.ru/u/67ab9f8d02848fef4723480b/

    If you have any questions, please contact: 89037238637 (WhatsApp/Telegram) – Vladimir Borisovich Zarnitsky VK: https://vk.com/id1581114 89248927268 (WhatsApp/Telegram) – Anastasia Popalitova VK: https://vk.com/nastya_popalitova

    Subscribe to the tg channel “Our State University” Announcement date: 02/14/2025

    Please note: This information is raw content directly from the source of the information. It is exactly what the source states and does not reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

    MIL OSI Russia News –

  • MIL-OSI Economics: Thales Alenia Space and ESA sign contract for HydRON to demonstrate first multi-orbit optical communication network

    Source: Thales Group

    Headline: Thales Alenia Space and ESA sign contract for HydRON to demonstrate first multi-orbit optical communication network

    • Thales Alenia Space will develop the world’s first all-optical, multi-orbit optical space communication network
    • ESA’s HydRON project will meet the challenge of bringing connectivity to multiple users to showcase the capabilities of optical communication technology
    • The company will leverage its expertise to contribute to Europe’s technological independence in connectivity services through space.

    Cannes, February 14, 2025 – Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed a contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) for Element #2 of the HydRON (High-thRoughput Optical space Network) Demonstration System (DS) for the design, development, deployment and in-orbit demonstration of a full end-to-end optical system to verify and validate the world’s first all-optical, high-data-rate, multi-orbit transport network in space.

    HydRON is set to transform the way data-collecting satellites communicate, using laser technology that will allow satellites to connect with each other and ground networks much faster.By enabling rapid, high-capacity connections between satellites and ground networks, HydRON will significantly enhance our ability to collect and utilize data from space.

    HydRON optical communication for broadband in space ©ESA

    The project will be conducted with the support of the various space agencies involved in this exciting challenge: the Italian Space Agency (ASI), the German Aerospace Center (DLR), the Polish Space Agency (POLSA), the Romanian Space Agency (ROSA), Enterprise Ireland (EI) and the Swiss Space Agency (SSO). Other agencies are expected to join during the project to expand the mission’s objectives. HydRON forms part of ESA’s Optical and Quantum Communications – ScyLight programme within the Connectivity and Secure Communications directorate.

    “I am really pleased Thales Alenia Space will be contributing to Europe’s technological independence in connectivity services through space,” said Giampiero Di Paolo, Deputy CEO and Senior Vice President, Observation, Exploration and Navigation at Thales Alenia Space. “Thales Alenia Space believes HydRON Demonstration System is the key enabler for the reliability and operability of a high-throughput optical network in space, paving the way for the future of commercial optical communications in Europe and globally.” 

    “It was an honour to sign this contract with Thales Alenia Space, which moves us closer to establishing Europe’s first optical communication network in space,” said Laurent Jaffart, ESA’s Director of Connectivity and Secure Communications. “HydRON is set to maintain Europe and Canada as global leaders in the optical domain. With the system being interoperable, HydRON will ensure we continue to grow ESA’s cooperation with our international partners.”

    Thales Alenia Space’s role in HydRON-DS project

    Thales Alenia Space, with its long track record in telecommunication networks and expertise in the production of optical terminals for space, developed in Zurich, has already coordinated a working group involving Telespazio, a joint venture between Leonardo (67%) and Thales (33%), responsible for the ground segment, and other Italian and European companies for Phase A/B1 of the HydRON-DS project. This work was completed at the end of the 2023.

    Today, Thales Alenia Space in Italy is ready to lead a European industry consortium for building the HydRON-DS Element #2 mission partition, including the space segment (LEO collector satellite and GEO optical payload) and ground segment (two optical ground stations, mission and network control center and satellite control center).

    The project will develop and validate two concepts:

    • Fiber in the Sky: multi-orbit optical telecommunications at high data rates between space and ground assets.
    • Internet beyond the Clouds: innovative onboard routing techniques at high throughput (> 100 Gbps) to build an optical space transport network seamlessly integrated with terrestrial fiber-based networks.

    The project includes up to two years of in-orbit demonstration to assess the capabilities of key technologies for optical communications and concepts of operations for the network architecture. It will also provide a service demonstration for potential demo users.

    About ESA’s Optical and Quantum Communications – ScyLight programme 

    The European Space Agency (ESA) is Europe’s gateway to space, coordinating the financial and intellectual resources of its Member States to conduct space programmes and activities. Part of Advanced Research in Telecommunications Systems (ARTES), the Optical and Quantum Communications – ScyLight programme focuses on advancing optical and quantum technologies to revolutionise satellite communications. ScyLight supports the research, development and utilisation of these technologies, for instance through the HydRON project for seamlessly integrating space assets into terrestrial communication networks. ESA is enabling future quantum communication networks with ultra-secure global connectivity by advancing space-based quantum key distribution and maturing technologies already available today. 

    Through supporting industry to develop and extend its manufacturing capabilities, ScyLight helps prepare European and Canadian industry stakeholders to seize related market opportunities. 

    Learn more at https://connectivity.esa.int/optical-and-quantum-communications 

    ABOUT THALES ALENIA SPACE

    Drawing on over 40 years of experience and a unique combination of skills, expertise and cultures, Thales Alenia Space delivers cost-effective solutions for telecommunications, navigation, Earth observation, environmental management, exploration, science and orbital infrastructures. Governments and private industry alike count on Thales Alenia Space to design satellite-based systems that provide anytime, anywhere connections and positioning, monitor our planet, enhance management of its resources, and explore our Solar System and beyond. Thales Alenia Space sees space as a new horizon, helping to build a better, more sustainable life on Earth. A joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), Thales Alenia Space also teams up with Telespazio to form the parent companies’ Space Alliance, which offers a complete range of services. Thales Alenia Space posted consolidated revenues of approximately €2.2 billion in 2023 and has around 8,600 employees in 8 countries with 16 sites in Europe.

    MIL OSI Economics –

  • MIL-OSI NGOs: UK: Encryption order threatens global privacy rights 

    Source: Amnesty International –

    The United Kingdom government’s order to Apple to allow security authorities access to encrypted cloud data severely harms the privacy rights of users in the UK and worldwide, Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch said today. 

    The UK government order attempts to force Apple to provide security authorities access to encrypted user data, including device backups that can include contact lists, as well as location and messaging history, for any Apple user worldwide. The secret order, which The Washington Post reported on last week, was issued in January 2025 by the Home Office, the UK’s interior ministry. It concerns Advanced Data Protection, an iPhone function that uses end-to-end encryption on data stored in the cloud, ensuring that only the user of the account can access the data stored.    

    If these reports are true, this is an alarming overreach by the UK authorities seeking to access the private data of not only people in the UK, but anyone worldwide with an Apple account. 

    Zach Campbell, senior surveillance researcher at Human Rights Watch

    “If these reports are true, this is an alarming overreach by the UK authorities seeking to access the private data of not only people in the UK, but anyone worldwide with an Apple account,” said Zach Campbell, senior surveillance researcher at Human Rights Watch. “People rely on secure and confidential communications to exercise their rights. Access to device backups is access to your entire phone, and strong encryption to prevent this access should be the norm by default.” 

    The UK government’s reported order requiring Apple to provide access to encrypted user data is disproportionate by design, as it would weaken data protections for all users, not just those suspected of a crime or under investigation. Compliance with the order by Apple would harm privacy rights of users worldwide. 

    News reports said that the UK government ordered Apple to build a back door into its products under the Investigatory Powers Act, a 2016 surveillance law that includes provisions allowing the government to order companies to remove “electronic protection” of user data. The law also prohibits the recipients of these orders, in this case Apple, from acknowledging or commenting on them. The new UK order reportedly “requires blanket capability to view fully encrypted material” for Apple users worldwide, including users with no apparent connection to the UK. 

    Encryption is a crucial enabler of human rights online and offline. Human rights defenders, journalists, and everyone else rely on the security and privacy of their devices to protect them not only from unlawful government spying, but also from cybercrime and other attacks from non-state actors. Weakening encryption, or mandating back doors, leaves all users more vulnerable. Governments should support strong encryption, and companies should build it into their products and services by default. 

    In recent years there has been a steady drumbeat of revelations about government spying relying on surveillance tools like spyware and digital forensic tools but also taking advantage of overly permissive legal regimes that allow states to access huge troves of personal data from private companies. 

    “States have more and more powerful legal and technical tools at their disposal, and research shows that they are using them to target people for protesting, speaking out, or even just because of what they represent. 

    Joshua Franco, senior research adviser at Amnesty Tech.

    These tools are often used in combination. Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International have both highlighted the steep human rights costs of such surveillance: State surveillance threatens the work of human rights defenders and journalists, puts marginalized groups including women and LGBT activists at particular risk, and creates a society-wide  chilling effect, undermining the rights of everyone to express themselves and protest peacefully. These tools exploit weaknesses in device encryption and security, and their use is enabled by an under-regulated trade in spyware and other surveillance tools at a global scale, and by the unwillingness of states to regulate their own surveillance practices, too often leaning on “national security” as a blanket excuse  for unfettered snooping. 

    In part due to such revelations, some companies, including Apple, have added new security features to help protect users, including those who may be at particular risk. These include Lockdown Mode, a feature that provides extra protection from spyware and targeted hacking to mobile devices, as well as Advanced Data Protection, the subject of the UK government’s reported order.  

    Forcing companies to roll back or undermine such features would put users worldwide, including journalists, human rights defenders, and other critical voices at increased risk. 

    The United Kingdom is a party to several international and regional treaties enshrining the right to privacy and data protection rights. The vital role of encryption as an enabler of privacy and human rights has been widely recognized including by United Nations bodies, the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights and human rights experts. The UN General Assembly and the Human Rights Council, in several resolutions, have called upon states to refrain from interfering with encryption technologies. UN resolutions also encourage technology companies to secure and protect the confidentiality of digital communications and transactions, including measures for encryption, pseudonymization and anonymity. 

    A 2015 report by the United Nations special rapporteur on freedom of expression specifically urged governments to avoid all measures that weaken security for individuals online, such as mandated back doors. Requiring technology companies to build vulnerabilities into secured products unavoidably and disproportionately undermines the security for all users of that product. 

    Both Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch have been critical of the Investigatory Powers Act since its inception. In written evidence to the Joint Committee on the Draft Investigatory Powers Bill in 2016, Human Rights Watch recommended that the UK should refrain from undermining encryption and digital security. It specifically said that the legislation should be amended to ensure that authorities are prohibited from imposing obligations on internet service providers to weaken security measures or design their systems to incorporate measures for exceptional access into encryption by UK authorities. 

    “States have more and more powerful legal and technical tools at their disposal, and research shows that they are using them to target people for protesting, speaking out, or even just because of what they represent,” said Joshua Franco, senior research adviser at Amnesty Tech. “Strong encryption is one of the few protections we have against such attacks, and states should be encouraging companies to provide greater protections of our data and our rights, not seeking back doors that will leave people around the world at risk.” 

    MIL OSI NGO –

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: SS Mendi 108th anniversary commemoration service at Milton Cemetery

    Source: City of Portsmouth

    Residents are invited to Milton Cemetery on Friday 21 February, from 10.45am-11.15am, to mark the 108th anniversary of the sinking of SS Mendi, with a wreath-laying ceremony and short service.

    On 21 February 1917, the SS Mendi was headed for France carrying men of the 5th Battalion of the South African Native Labour Corps to support allied forces in France during World War 1.

    After midnight, thick fog covered the sea making it extremely difficult to navigate. 20km off the Isle of Wight the SS Darro suddenly struck the Mendi, cutting a massive hole. The SS Darro did not stop to pick up survivors.

    The SS Mendi sank within 25 minutes and 646 men, both crew and labour corps, lost their lives that day. Nine soldiers from the 5th Battalion of the South African Native Labour Corps, who died in this, one of the worst British maritime disasters, are buried in the cemetery.

    Lord Mayor of Portsmouth, Cllr J. Fazackarley said: “It’s important for Portsmouth, our maritime city, that we continue to tell the story of the SS Mendi and the 646 brave men who died in this tragic disaster. This great loss must never be forgotten, and I am honoured to attend and be a part of this service.”

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Omega Centre SEND plans boosted to £7.5m as part of investment in Portsmouth schools

    Source: City of Portsmouth

    An ambitious extension to plans for the building is included in budget proposals set to be considered this month by Portsmouth City Council.

    If approved, the new total investment in the project would reach £7.5m, allowing a 25% increase in the school’s capacity.

    Plans were announced last year to return the building to its original use as a school with the latest news meaning it could offer 76 places to support secondary and post-16 education for young people in the city.

    Like most of the country, Portsmouth has seen a significant increase in demand for SEND school places in recent years and this additional funding will help to deliver the places that are needed to ensure local schools have the right provision to meet pupil’s needs.

    Council Leader Cllr Steve Pitt said: “These proposals continue our ongoing investment in Portsmouth schools to ensure we can give the city’s children the best education possible. There is a growing number of children in the city with special educational needs and it’s vital we give them the environment they need to thrive, so I’m very pleased we’ve been able to allocate funding specifically for creating those places in the city.”

    The budget proposals also include more than £1.5m to support essential maintenance at schools across the city to ensure they can continue to offer children the facilities they require.

    These proposals are part of the Council’s capital budget, which can be used for major one-off projects and statutory improvements. The capital funding can’t be used for funding the ongoing delivery of council services.

    The budget proposals will be considered at the Full Council meeting on 25 February for approval.

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: PM meeting with President Trump’s Special Envoy to the UK Mark Burnett: 13 February 2025

    Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

    The Prime Minister was pleased to host President Trump’s Special Envoy to the United Kingdom, Mark Burnett, at Downing Street last night.

    The Prime Minister was pleased to host President Trump’s Special Envoy to the United Kingdom, Mark Burnett, at Downing Street last night, during which he took a call from President Trump and discussed his forthcoming visit to the US.

    Mr Burnett and the Prime Minister agreed on the unique and special nature of the UK-US relationship, the strength of our alliance and the warmth of the connection between the two countries. 

    Mr Burnett reflected on his personal connections to the UK, and his mother’s experience working part time in Downing Street as a waitress over 30 years ago.  

    They emphasised the huge potential for even stronger collaboration on trade, tech and cultural matters between the US and the UK and looked forward to working together.

    Updates to this page

    Published 14 February 2025

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Dingwall and Seaforth Area Committee Approves 2025/26 Roads Capital Programme 

    Source: Scotland – Highland Council

    Members of the Dingwall and Seaforth Committee have agreed the 2025/26 Area Roads Capital Programme, helping improve the area’s road infrastructure. 

    The approved budget for the Dingwall and Seaforth area is £324,799, which will be allocated to various road improvement projects which includes structural resurfacing and integrity improvements. These projects have been prioritised based on safety inspections, service inspections, and feedback from Ward Members, ensuring that the most critical areas receive attention. 

    Vice-Chair of the Dingwall and Seaforth Area Committee, Councillor Margaret Paterson said: “We are pleased to have agreed several roads schemes for capital funding, which will greatly improve the local roads infrastructure for Dingwall and Seaforth.”

    The programme includes a range of projects, from surface dressing to structural overlays, with a focus on maintaining and enhancing the existing road network. 

    Details of the prioritised road works schemes for Dingwall and Seaforth can be viewed in the Capital Programme report Appendice 3.  

    14 Feb 2025

    MIL OSI United Kingdom –

  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: At the Conclusion of India Energy Week 2025, India Cements Position as Global Energy Leader

    Source: Government of India

    At the Conclusion of India Energy Week 2025, India Cements Position as Global Energy Leader

    “World’s second-largest energy conclave saw announcement of largest-ever exploration bid round, charted path for green energy transition while strengthening international partnerships”

    Posted On: 14 FEB 2025 2:42PM by PIB Delhi

    Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, highlighted the measurable success of India Energy Week 2025 through its unprecedented participant and exhibitor numbers and technical paper submissions. The Minister noted that the event had exceeded expectations by encompassing a comprehensive range of sectors including petroleum, natural gas, green energy, biofuel, and CBG, showcasing remarkably innovative developments.

    Shri Puri emphasized that within the short span of three years, India Energy Week has established itself as the world’s second-largest energy platform, with its fourth edition scheduled to take place in Goa.

    The Minister emphasized that IEW 2025 distinguished itself from other global energy forums by facilitating actual business transactions rather than merely serving as a networking platform. Shri Hardeep Singh Puri specifically highlighted practical innovations such as the cost-effective conversion kit demonstrated at the HPCL stall, designed for enabling biofuel usage in two and three-wheelers. Additionally, the Minister also expressed satisfaction at the convergence of investors, manufacturers, and consumers, particularly evident in the display of flex fuel vehicles.

    Speaking on India-US energy cooperation, the Minister noted the substantial progress in bilateral relations, particularly in the natural gas sector. The Minister highlighted India’s stated goal of increasing natural gas consumption to 15% in its energy mix from about 6% currently, emphasizing the strategic importance of the relationship with the United States for Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) supplies.

    Addressing reforms in the Exploration and Production (E&P) sector, Shri Puri detailed the scale of Open Acreage Licensing Program (OALP) Round X covering about 200,000 square kilometers. The Minister explained that enhanced interest in this round has been driven by systematic reforms in the regulatory regime, transitioning from production to revenue sharing mechanisms, along with the proposed amendments to Oilfields (Regulation and Development) Act 1948.

    Additionally, Shri Puri announced that the new legislative framework, developed through extensive consultations, is set to be presented in the Lok Sabha. He particularly noted the collaboration of ONGC with BP, and Reliance in bidding for blocks in earlier rounds as a strong message of industry partnership.

    Outlining the Ministry’s priorities, the Minister emphasized focus on E&P, stressing the importance of expert collaboration and the proposed changes to regulatory framework that allows appropriate compensation for resource discovery to the stakeholders in the sector.

    The Minister highlighted the significance of the amendments, passed by the Rajya Sabha, in ensuring policy predictability, particularly regarding windfall tax implementation. He emphasized the removal of discretionary elements in policy implementation as a move toward more transparent governance in the energy sector.

    Discussing the global energy scenario, the Minister observed that the new US administration’s push for increased oil supply has created favorable conditions in global markets. He noted the emergence of new oil sources from the Western Hemisphere, including Brazil, Argentina, Suriname, Canada, US, and Guyana, as beneficial for major consuming nations like India. Shri Puri expressed complete confidence in India’s international investments in the Oil & Gas assets across Brazil, Venezuela, Russia, and Mozambique.

    Shri Hardeep Singh Puri described the biofuel program as a remarkable story, citing current capacity of 1,700 crore liters for ethanol blending, while discussing potential beyond the 20% blending target. Moreover, Shri Puri expressed particular excitement about green hydrogen, confirming confident progression toward the 5MMT annual production target for 2030, while also highlighting sustainable aviation fuel development.

    Secretary, Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Shri Pankaj Jain, detailed the business conducted during IEW 2025 across various domains. He categorized the agreements into distinct areas: supply arrangements for crude, LNG, and LPG across geographies; technology partnerships for digital refinery solutions; and exploration services.

    Shri Pankaj Jain also highlighted the unprecedented scale of OALP Round X, emphasizing the need for global expertise to exploit hydrocarbon resources in the country. Shri Jain also discussed the potential use of the Oil Industry Development Fund, established under the Oil Industry Development Act, for innovative financing needs in deep-water exploration projects.

    Felicitation to Startup Competition and Hackathon Winners:

    The prestigious Avinya’25 – Energy Startup Challenge awards, the flagship initiative of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, were presented by Shri Hardeep Singh Puri and Shri Pankaj Jai. Avinya’25 recognized startups with pioneering solutions addressing key energy challenges.

    UrjanovaC Pvt Ltd emerged as the winner for its synthetic catalyst technology that enables scalable and cost-competitive CO₂ capture and conversion. The first runner-up, Breathe ESG Private Limited, developed a SaaS platform that automates ESG reporting, decarbonization strategies, and compliance.

    AgriVijay, the second runner-up, introduced India’s first curated marketplace for renewable energy solutions for farmers and rural households. Apeiro Energy, securing the third runner-up position, designed hybrid microgrids by integrating small wind turbines with solar panels. UGreen Technology, the fourth runner-up, developed a molecular-engineering approach that enhances CO₂ reactivity for efficient carbon capture.

    Additionally, the Ministry introduced Vasudha – Oil and Gas Startup Challenge, an exclusive competition for overseas startups revolutionizing the upstream oil and gas sector. Out of 17 entries from 13 countries, two visionary startups were recognized.

    Latin Energy Partners Inc., Paraguay, won the challenge, while Ultrasound Process Consultation LLC, USA, was named the runner-up. Their innovations in oil and gas exploration, AI-driven production management, ESG compliance, CCUS technologies, and geothermal exploration were highly commended.

    Promoting research and technological innovation, a Hackathon was organized among seven premier IITs, including IIT Delhi, Mumbai, Madras, Guwahati, Roorkee, Kharagpur, and ISM Dhanbad. The competition aimed to drive forward-thinking solutions in CCUS and renewable energy. IIT (ISM) Dhanbad secured the winner’s title, while IIT Guwahati emerged as the runner-up.

    About India Energy Week 2025

    India Energy Week was envisioned as more than just another industry conference—it was designed to be a dynamic platform redefining global energy dialogues. In just two years, this self-funded initiative has achieved precisely that, becoming the world’s second-largest energy event. The third edition, scheduled from February 11-14, 2025, at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, represents a significant milestone in shaping the global energy narrative.

    ****

    MONIKA

    (Release ID: 2103188) Visitor Counter : 66

    MIL OSI Asia Pacific News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Highlights – Presentation of the MFF draft report – 19.02.2025 – Committee on Budgets

    Source: European Parliament

    The co-rapporteurs for the next EU long term budget (multiannual financial framework – MFF), Siegfried Mureșan and Carla Tavares, will present their draft own initiative report ‘A revamped long-term budget for the Union in a changing world’.

    The report stresses the need for a long-term budget with renewed spending focus. The next MFF should be simpler, more transparent, as well as more flexible and responsive to crises and shocks. It should also be properly resourced, sustainably financed and grounded in close interinstitutional cooperation.

    The report intends to shape Parliament’s vision on how the post-2027 MFF should be designed and resourced ahead of the Commission proposals in July 2025.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: In-Depth Analysis – Economic Dialogue with the President of the Eurogroup – 14-02-2025

    Source: European Parliament

    ECON on 19 February 2025 – Paschal Donohoe is attending his seventh Economic Dialogue in the ECON Committee since being elected as President of the Eurogroup in July 2020 and the first one during the 10th parliamentary term. His previous Economic Dialogue took place on 29 June 2023. This briefing covers the following issues: latest economic developments (Section 1); the 2025 Euro Area Recommendation (Section 2); Transparency of the work of the Eurogroup (Section 3) and Completing the EMU, with a focus on the Eurogroup’s work on the Banking Union, the Capital Markets Uniona and the digital euro (Section 4). For an overview of the role of the President of the Eurogroup, see Briefing: The role (and accountability) of the President of the Eurogroup.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Briefing – The role (and accountability) of the President of the Eurogroup – 14-02-2025

    Source: European Parliament

    This briefing paper provides an overview of the role and mandate of the Eurogroup and the role and accountability of its President, including the procedures for his/her appointment. This paper includes the following sections: 1) The role of the Permanent President of the Eurogroup; 2) The President of Eurogroup and the European Parliament; 3) The role and mandate of the Eurogroup; and 4) Eurogroup transparency. The paper will be regularly updated.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Latest news – Ordinary Delegation meeting (in camera) – 17 February 2025, Brussels – Delegation to the EU-Albania Stabilisation and Association Parliamentary Committee

    Source: European Parliament

    The Delegation for relations with Albania will meet on Monday, 17February from 16.00 until 17.30 in room SPINELLI 5G2.

    The Members of the Delegation will have an exchange of views on EU-Albania relations and on the status of accession negotiations with H.E. Mr Ferit HOXHA, Ambassador of the Republic of Albania to the EU.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: EIB and One World Media strengthen partnership championing women-led solutions

    Source: European Investment Bank

    • EIB supports Women’s Solutions Reporting award
    • Celebrating stories of girls and women tackling global challenges
    • Winner to be announced in June 2025

    One World Media (OWM) and the European Investment Bank (EIB) are proud to continue their partnership for the fifth consecutive year, through the Women’s Solutions Reporting Award. This award is one of 13 that recognise outstanding media coverage from and about the global south. The OWM Awards celebrate journalism and filmmaking that challenge stereotypes, reshape narratives, and deepen understanding.

    The Women’s Solutions Reporting Award highlights the transformative role of women in addressing global challenges, from advancing financial inclusion and climate action to improving healthcare and education. By amplifying these initiatives, the award aims to inspire action and highlight how women are shaping a more sustainable and equitable future.

    One World Media’s Director Vivienne Francis said: “At a time when the rights and freedoms of women and girls around the world continue to be at risk, the One World Media Awards are proud to support storytelling that ensures these issues get the attention they deserve. These stories serve as a reminder of the power of journalism to transform lives and ignite social change.”

    Margaret Carroll, acting Head of the EIB Social Policy Unit, who will be one of the judges of the Women’s Solutions Reporting Award, said: “We are thrilled to support this important award once again with OWM. It reflects our deep commitment to gender equality and women’s economic empowerment. Each year, this award brings to light compelling stories of innovation and resilience that drive meaningful change—stories that are especially needed in today’s world.”

    With the 2025 One World Media Awards winners set to be announced in June, we look forward to celebrating the impactful stories of the many women making a difference and inspiring future generations of female leaders.

    The 13 OWM Award categories are as follows:

    • Current Affairs Award
    • Environmental Reporting
    • Feature Documentary Award
    • Innovative Storytelling Award
    • Journalist of the Year Award
    • News Award
    • Podcast & Radio Award
    • Print Award
    • Refugee Reporting Award
    • Short Documentary Award
    • Student Award
    • Press Freedom Award
    • Women’s Solutions Reporting Award

    About One World Media

    One World Media is a non-profit organisation in the United Kingdom that supports journalists and filmmakers covering stories about the global south. For more than three decades, the organisation has worked with partners in the United Kingdom and around the world to strengthen international journalism and promote media coverage of global issues. The One World Media Awards will look for entries that show relevance, originality and creativity, substance and accuracy, impact and reach, diversity and quality.

    About the European Investment Bank

    The European Investment Bank (EIB) is the long-term lending institution of the European Union owned by its Member States. It finances investments that contribute towards EU policy goals. EIB projects bolster competitiveness, drive innovation, promote sustainable development, enhance social and territorial cohesion, and support a just and swift transition to climate neutrality.

    To enhance the positive impact of its activities on gender equality and empower women and girls, the EIB Group adopted a Strategy on Gender Equality and Women’s Economic Empowerment and a Gender Action Plan, with the aim of embedding gender equality and in particular women’s economic empowerment in the EIB’s business model. It covers its lending, blending and advisory work within and outside the European Union. The EIB Group is also committed to driving gender equality in the workplace.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Just Transition Fund – P-000662/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Priority question for written answer  P-000662/2025
    to the Council
    Rule 144
    Marcin Sypniewski (ESN)

    In light of the start of work on the MFF for the next programming period, I would like to inquire about the fate of the Just Transition Fund. Decarbonisation affects many regions in Europe, including Poland, and especially Silesia.

    In this connection:

    • 1.At the current stage of work, is the continued existence of the Just Transition Fund in the new MFF being questioned, and will it retain its current character, i.e. as a separate fund under cohesion policy?
    • 2.At the current stage of work, is the Fund intended as a measure exclusively for regions with a coal-based economy, or is an expansion of its scope envisaged?
    • 3.Please present the current assumptions for the Fund and a timetable for further work.

    Submitted: 12.2.2025

    Last updated: 14 February 2025

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Text adopted – Genetically modified maize MON 95275 – P10_TA(2025)0015 – Wednesday, 12 February 2025 – Strasbourg

    Source: European Parliament

    The European Parliament,

    –  having regard to the draft Commission implementing decision authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize MON 95275, pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (D102172/03),

    –  having regard to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 22 September 2003 on genetically modified food and feed(1), and in particular Article 7(3) and Article 19(3) thereof,

    –  having regard to the vote of the Standing Committee on Plants, Animals, Food and Feed referred to in Article 35 of Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003, on 22 November 2024, at which no opinion was delivered, and the vote of the Appeal Committee on 17 December 2024, at which again no opinion was delivered,

    –  having regard to Article 11 of Regulation (EU) No 182/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 16 February 2011 laying down the rules and general principles concerning mechanisms for control by Member States of the Commission’s exercise of implementing powers(2),

    –  having regard to the opinion adopted by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) on 19 June 2024, and published on 1 August 2024(3),

    –  having regard to its previous resolutions objecting to the authorisation of genetically modified organisms (‘GMOs’)(4),

    –  having regard to Rule 115(2) and (3) of its Rules of Procedure,

    –  having regard to the motion for a resolution of the Committee on the Environment, Climate and Food Safety,

    A.  whereas on 29 April 2022, Bayer Agriculture B.V., based in Belgium, on behalf of Bayer CropScience LP, based in the United States, submitted an application to the national competent authority of the Netherlands for the placing on the market of foods, food ingredients and feed containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize MON 95275 (the ‘GM maize’);

    B.  whereas the GM maize produces two insecticidal proteins (Mpp75Aa1 and Vpb4Da2) and expresses a DvSnf7 dsRNA targeting western corn rootworm; whereas the genetic modification involves a two-step process incorporating an Agrobacterium tumefaciens-mediated transformation and a Cre/lox recombination system to remove selectable markers;

    C.  whereas on 19 June 2024, EFSA adopted a favourable opinion, published on 1 August 2024, on MON 95275; whereas EFSA’s opinion provides insufficient data to assess unintended genetic effects, the biological activity of read-through sequences, and potential off-target impacts on non-target organisms;

    D.  whereas the field trials conducted by the applicant failed to account for diverse environmental stress conditions or varying agricultural practices, limiting the relevance of the results to European cultivation environments;

    E.  whereas the RNAi construct DvSnf7 dsRNA raises concerns about effects in non-target organisms;

    F.  whereas the insecticidal proteins Mpp75Aa1 and Vpb4Da2 share structural similarities with known toxins and lack sufficient evaluation of their specificity, immune responses, and combinatorial effects;

    G.  whereas the potential for gene flow to wild relatives, including European teosinte populations, poses risks of transgene persistence and ecological imbalance;

    H.  whereas the monitoring requirements under Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 503/2013(5) are inadequately addressed, particularly regarding independent data verification and long-term environmental effects;

    I.  whereas EFSA’s assessment did not sufficiently address the role of microbiome interactions or cumulative toxicity impacts on non-target organisms;

    J.  whereas, unlike the use of insecticides, where exposure is at the time of spraying and for a limited period afterwards, the use of insecticidal GM crops leads to continuous exposure of the target and non-target organisms to the toxins;

    Member State and stakeholder comments

    K.  whereas Member States submitted many critical comments to EFSA during the three-month consultation period(6), including that the list of relevant studies identified in the literature review of the applicant, did not include studies on the fate of insecticidal proteins in the environment or on potential effects of crop residues on non-target organisms;

    L.  whereas, in its eighth term, Parliament adopted a total of 36 resolutions objecting to the placing on the market of GMOs for food and feed (33 resolutions) and to the cultivation of GMOs in the Union (three resolutions); whereas, in its ninth term, Parliament adopted 38 resolutions objecting to placing GMOs on the market and has adopted another 8 resolutions objecting to placing GMOs on the market already in the current tenth term;

    M.  whereas despite its own acknowledgement of the democratic shortcomings, the lack of support from Member States and the objections of Parliament, the Commission continues to authorise GMOs;

    N.  whereas the trade agreement between the EU and Mercosur will incentivise imports to the Union of food and animal feed containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified organisms; whereas Brazil and Argentina are among the world’s top GMO producers and pesticide users, including GMOs and pesticides banned in the Union for health or environmental reasons;

    1.  Considers that the draft Commission implementing decision exceeds the implementing powers provided for in Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003;

    2.  Considers that the draft Commission implementing decision is not consistent with Union law, in that it is not compatible with the aim of Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003, which is, in accordance with the general principles laid down in Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 of the European Parliament and of the Council(7), to provide the basis for ensuring a high level of protection of human life and health, animal health and welfare, and environmental and consumer interests, in relation to GM food and feed, while ensuring the effective functioning of the internal market;

    3.  Calls on the Commission to withdraw its draft implementing decision and to submit a new draft to the committee;

    4.  Calls on the Commission to ensure convergence of standards between the Union and its partners in free trade agreement negotiations, in order to meet Union safety standards;

    5.  Calls on the Commission not to authorise the GM crops due to risks to biodiversity, food safety and workers’ health in line with the One Health approach;

    6.  Welcomes the fact that the Commission finally recognised, in a letter of 11 September 2020 to Members, the need to take sustainability into account when it comes to authorisation decisions on GMOs(8); expresses its deep disappointment, however, that, since then the Commission has continued to authorise GMOs for import into the Union, despite ongoing objections by Parliament and a majority of Member States voting against;

    7.  Urges the Commission, again, to take into account the Union’s obligations under international agreements, such as the Paris Climate Agreement, the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals; reiterates its call for draft implementing acts to be accompanied by an explanatory memorandum explaining how they uphold the principle of ‘do no harm’(9);

    8.  Instructs its President to forward this resolution to the Council and the Commission, and to the governments and parliaments of the Member States.

    (1) OJ L 268, 18.10.2003, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2003/1829/oj.
    (2) OJ L 55, 28.2.2011, p. 13, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2011/182/oj.
    (3) Scientific opinion of the EFSA Panel on Genetically Modified Organisms on the ‘Assessment of genetically modified maize MON 95275 (application GMFF-2022-5890)’, EFSA Journal 2024; 22(8):e8886, https://doi.org/10.2903/j.efsa.2024.8886.
    (4) –––––––– In its eighth term, Parliament adopted 36 resolutions and, in its ninth term, Parliament adopted 38 resolutions objecting to the authorisation of GMOs. Furthermore, in its tenth term Parliament has adopted the following resolutions:European Parliament resolution of 26 November 2024 on Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2628 renewing the authorisation for the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize MON 89034 × 1507 × NK603 pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (P10_TA(2024)0038).European Parliament resolution of 26 November 2024 on Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2627 authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified cotton COT102 pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (P10_TA(2024)0039).European Parliament resolution of 26 November 2024 on Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2629 renewing the authorisation for the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize MON 89034 × 1507 × MON 88017 × 59122 and eight of its sub-combinations pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (P10_TA(2024)0040).European Parliament resolution of 26 November 2024 on Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/1828 renewing the authorisation for the placing on the market of feed containing, consisting of and of food and feed products produced from genetically modified maize MON 810 pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council and repealing Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2017/1207 (P10_TA(2024)0041).European Parliament resolution of 26 November 2024 on Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/1822 authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize DP915635 pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (P10_TA(2024)0042).European Parliament resolution of 26 November 2024 on Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/1826 authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize DP23211 pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (P10_TA(2024)0043).European Parliament resolution of 26 November 2024 on Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2618 authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize DP202216 pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (P10_TA(2024)0044).European Parliament resolution of 26 November 2024 on the draft Commission implementing decision authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize MON 94804 pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council (P10_TA(2024)0045).
    (5) Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) No 503/2013 of 3 April 2013 on applications for authorisation of genetically modified food and feed in accordance with Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council and amending Commission Regulations (EC) No 641/2004 and (EC) No 1981/2006 (OJ L 157, 8.6.2013, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg_impl/2013/503/oj).
    (6) https://efsa.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/action/downloadSupplement?doi=10.2903%2Fj.efsa.2024.8716‌&file=efs28716-sup-0012-Annex8.pdf.
    (7) Regulation (EC) No 178/2002 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 28 January 2002 laying down the general principles and requirements of food law, establishing the European Food Safety Authority and laying down procedures in matters of food safety (OJ L 31, 1.2.2002, p. 1, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2002/178/oj).
    (8) https://tillymetz.lu/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/Co-signed-letter-MEP-Metz.pdf.
    (9) European Parliament resolution of 15 January 2020 on the European Green Deal (OJ C 270, 7.7.2021, p. 2), paragraph 102.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Text adopted – Administrative cooperation in the field of taxation – P10_TA(2025)0013 – Wednesday, 12 February 2025 – Strasbourg

    Source: European Parliament

    (Special legislative procedure – consultation)

    The European Parliament,

    –  having regard to the Commission proposal to the Council (COM(2024)0497),

    –  having regard to Articles 113 and 115 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, pursuant to which the Council consulted Parliament (C10‑0169/2024),

    –  having regard to Rule 84 of its Rules of Procedure,

    –  having regard to the report of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (A10-0002/2025),

    1.  Approves the Commission proposal;

    2.  Calls on the Council to notify Parliament if it intends to depart from the text approved by Parliament;

    3.  Asks the Council to consult Parliament again if it intends to substantially amend the text approved by Parliament;

    4.  Instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the national parliaments.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Text adopted – VAT: rules for the digital age – P10_TA(2025)0012 – Wednesday, 12 February 2025 – Strasbourg

    Source: European Parliament

    (Special legislative procedure – renewed consultation)

    The European Parliament,

    –  having regard to the Council draft (15159/2024),

    –  having regard to the Commission proposal to the Council (COM(2022)0701),

    –  having regard to its position of 22 November 2023(1),

    –  having regard to Article 113 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, pursuant to which the Council consulted Parliament again (C10‑0170/2024),

    –  having regard to Rule 84 and 86 of its Rules of Procedure,

    –  having regard to the report of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (A10-0001/2025),

    1.  Approves the Council draft;

    2.  Calls on the Council to notify Parliament if it intends to depart from the text approved by Parliament;

    3.  Asks the Council to consult Parliament again if it intends to amend its draft substantially;

    4.  Instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the national parliaments.

    (1) OJ C, C/2024/4246, 24.7.2024, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/C/2024/4246/oj.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: The FSO will have to reduce its services to balance its budget

    Source: Switzerland – Department of Foreign Affairs in English

    The Federal Statistical Office (FSO) is facing a worsening budgetary situation. After barely breaking even in 2024 thanks to major internal cost savings, the FSO will no longer be able to pursue all of its activities in 2025 and in the following years and will be forced to phase out certain tasks.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Highlights – Exchange of views with Executive Vice President Mînzatu – Committee on Culture and Education

    Source: European Parliament

    Hearing of the Commissioner-designate: Roxana Mînzatu © European Union 2024 – EP

    On 20 February, the Committee on Culture and Education will have an exchange of views with Ms Roxana Mînzatu, Executive Vice-President at the European Commissioner and the Commissioner in charge of Education. This will be the first meeting in the structural dialogue between the Executive Vice-President and the Committee. The discussion will centre on priorities in the field of education and the centrality of this policy area in the European Project.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: In-Depth Analysis – Economic Dialogue with the President of the ECOFIN – 19 February 2025 – 14-02-2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Andrzej Domański, Minister of Finance of Poland, is participating in the ECON Committee in his capacity of President of the ECOFIN Council during the Polish Presidency January – June 2025). In accordance with the Treaty of the Union, “Member States shall regard their economic policies as a matter of common concern and shall coordinate them within the Council”.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Latest news – Next CULT Committee meeting: 19-20 February 2025 – Committee on Culture and Education

    Source: European Parliament

    Education – Winter © Adobe stock

    The next Committee meeting will take place on Wednesday, 19 February at 10.30-12.30 (Coordinators’ meeting) and at 15.00-18:00; and on Thusday, 20 February at 09.00-11.30 in Room: Altiero Spinelli 3G2, Brussels.

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Highlights – EU Tax Symposium 2025 – Programme and Speakers – Subcommittee on Tax Matters

    Source: European Parliament

    On 18 March 2025, the European Parliament and the European Commission will co-host the third edition of the EU Tax Symposium in the Hemicycle of the European Parliament in Brussels, with the participation of National Parliaments.

    This year, the event will take place under the theme: Strengthening competitiveness and fairness to build prosperity.

    The full programme with speakers is now available.

    To register please use the following link.

    You can find more information on the EU Tax Symposium website.

    #TaxMix2050

    MIL OSI Europe News –

  • MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – EU multilingualism in light of the principle of equality and non-discrimination – E-000499/2025

    Source: European Parliament

    Question for written answer  E-000499/2025
    to the Commission
    Rule 144
    Pál Szekeres (PfE), Tom Vandendriessche (PfE), Harald Vilimsky (PfE), Marie Dauchy (PfE), Chiara Gemma (ECR), Margarita de la Pisa Carrión (PfE)

    Currently, the 29 national sign languages of the EU are recognised as full languages by all 27 EU Member States[1].

    • 1.Considering that the provisions of Article 21(e) of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), in conjunction with Article 3 of the Treaty on European Union (TEU) and Articles 21 and 22 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the European Union, place the obligation on its States Parties to officialise the national sign languages in their territories, does this impose the obligation on the EU to officialise the 29 national sign languages of the EU as official EU languages?
    • 2.In light of the principle of equality and non-discrimination on the grounds of both disability and languages, should Article 3 of the Treaty on European Union, Articles 21 and 22 of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights and Article 5 of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities oblige the EU institutions to facilitate interactions for deaf EU citizens and national sign language users in national sign languages of the EU?
    • 3.By which means can the legal recognition of 29 national sign languages of the EU as official EU languages be achieved, and should a review of EEC Regulation 1/1958[2] be recommended, or would the adoption of distinct legislation be more suitable?

    Submitted: 5.2.2025

    • [1] World Federation of the Deaf, ‘The Legal Recognition of National Sign Languages’, https://wfdeaf.org/news/the-legal-recognition-of-national-sign-languages/.
    • [2] EEC Council: Regulation No 1 determining the languages to be used by the European Economic Community, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/1958/1(1)/oj.
    Last updated: 14 February 2025

    MIL OSI Europe News –