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MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Social crisis at Thales Alenia Space – E-001133/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament
The rules of public procurement are governed by the EU Directive on Public Procurement[1]. In particular, Article 18(2) of the directive (the so-called horizontal social clause) states that ‘Member States shall take appropriate measures to ensure that in the performance of public contracts economic operators comply with applicable obligations in the fields of environmental, social and labour law established by Union law, national law, collective agreements or by the international environmental, social and labour law provisions listed in Annex X’.

Individual Member States should ensure that rules resulting from the EU social acquis are respected in the context of public procurement. While the directive does not have specific clause on training and working conditions, the Commission supports Member States to invest in skills and jobs through various funding channels such as the European Social Fund Plus or the Recovery and Resilience Fund.

The Union will further support labour and social standards to ensure that the transition is fair and equitable for all, including in the context of the Commission’s forthcoming evaluation of the legislative framework on public procurement. On labour inspection, the European Labour Authority is supporting the work of national authorities.

[1] Directive 2014/24/EU of the European Parliament and the Council of 26 February 2014 on public procurement and repealing Directive 2004/18/EC, OJ L 94, 28.3.2014, p. 65. — https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2014/24/oj/eng.
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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships (MARPOL Convention) – E-001184/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament

The Commission addresses marine pollution through Directive 2008/56/EC[1] which requires Member States to achieve good environmental status in marine waters, including measures to prevent ship polluting discharges.

To address sewage discharges from the land, Directive 3019/2024[2] recently strengthened urban wastewater treatment standards, nutrient reduction, and monitoring of emerging pollutants.

International standards under the MARPOL Convention[3], particularly Annex IV on sewage, are implemented in the EU through Directive 2005/35/EC[4], recently amended[5] to cover sewage, enhanced satellite surveillance, improved information exchange, and strengthened enforcement efforts, particularly in sensitive areas such as Natura 2000 sites.

However, Member States remain responsible for monitoring and penalising illegal discharges from ships. According to MARPOL, it is illegal for a ship to discharge sewage which is un-treated within 12 nautical miles from the nearest land[6].

The Commission also supports Member States in discussions at the International Maritime Organisation (IMO) to improve environmental standards, including on sewage discharges.

The EU endorses efforts to update MARPOL Annex IV[7]. This revision includes improving the lifetime performance of sewage treatment plants and updating the 2012 Guidelines on effluent standards and performance tests.

Recognising the importance of record-keeping and lifecycle measures for wastewater treatment plants[8], the Commission advocates for drafting of guidelines on the implementation of Annex IV for sewage treatment plants and guidance on obtaining data on the quality of treated sewage effluent. However, the adoption of such updates requires agreement within the IMO.
- [1] Marine Strategy Framework Directive — Directive 2008/56/EC (OJ L 164 25.6.2008, p. 19) — https://eur-lex.europa.eu/eli/dir/2008/56/oj/eng.
- [2] Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/PDF/?uri=OJ:L_202403019.
- [3] International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from Ships.
- [4] Directive 2005/35/EC as regards ship-source pollution and on the introduction of administrative penalties for infringements (OJ L 255, 30.9.2005, p.11).
- [5] Directive (EU) 2024/3101 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 November 2024 amending Directive 2005/35/EC as regards ship-source pollution and on the introduction of administrative penalties for infringements (OJ L, 2024/3101, 16.12.2024).
- [6] This applies to ships en route at a speed less than four knots, instantaneously discharging sewage held in holding tanks, which is not comminuted or disinfected.
- [7] International Maritime Organisation. 12th session of the sub-committee on Pollution Prevention and Response. 27-31 January 2025.
- [8] As highlighted by Resolution WCC-2020-Res-028.
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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Safeguarding competition in the EV charging market – need for clarification over pricing for integrated suppliers – E-002142/2025
Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-002142/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Sophia Kircher (PPE)

Further to requirements for rolling out charging infrastructure, Regulation (EU) 2023/1804 on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure sets out rules to strengthen competition in the market for public charging services. Article 5(3) prohibits operators of publicly accessible recharging points from discriminating between end users and mobility service providers or between different mobility service providers. However, it remains unclear whether integrated companies, i.e. those that are both recharging point operators and mobility service providers, in their role as mobility service providers, can serve their own end-users at significantly lower prices than roaming partners. This approach is not explicitly prohibited in the regulation, resulting in significantly higher roaming tariffs. It risks putting individual market players at a disadvantage and restricting competition, thus undermining the key objectives of the regulation. The regulation, in particular recital 34, does not provide any clarity on the matter, and the Commission’s Q & A on the piece of legislation (Question 5.14)[1] also fails to answer the question fully.

1.How does the Commission interpret Article 5(3) with regard to integrated companies that are at once recharging point operators and mobility service providers?

2.Can competition be restricted by different interpretations of Article 5(3)?

3.Will it carry out or have carried out corresponding market analyses ahead of the evaluation set for the end of 2026, and adapt the regulation if necessary?

Submitted: 28.5.2025

[1] https://transport.ec.europa.eu/transport-themes/clean-transport/alternative-fuels-sustainable-mobility-europe/alternative-fuels-infrastructure/questions-and-answers-regulation-deployment-alternative-fuels-infrastructure-eu-20231804_en
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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Concerns over Roma minority school in Rakúsy, Slovakia – risks of reinforced segregation – E-000914/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament
Article 165 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union stipulates that the Union shall fully respect the responsibility of the Member States for the content of teaching and the organisation of education systems and their cultural and linguistic diversity.

In exercising its competences in those matters , Slovakia is bound to respect applicable international and European law, which provides a number of safeguards to ensure that education in national minority languages does not lead to discrimination and ensures equivalent standards, quality and conditions of education .

Segregation in education on the basis of ethnic origin is prohibited under EU law by the Racial Equality Directive[1] and m inority schools cannot be used as a means to circumvent EU law and discriminate against Roma children.

Infringement proceedings against Slovakia for segregation of Roma children in education are pending at the Court of Justice[2]. The Commission will continue to closely monitor the situation.

The EU Roma Strategic Framework for equality, inclusion and participation[3] and EU funds, including the Recovery and Resilience Facility and cohesion policy funds , can serve as additional tools to support the desegregation in education in Member States.

The ‘Mapping Study on School segregation of Roma Communities: Pathways and trends towards educational inclusion’[4] compiles promising practices and relevant literature for policy-makers to support effective policy making on desegregation in education.

[1] Council Directive 2000/43/EC of 29 June 2000 implementing the principle of equal treatment between persons irrespective of racial or ethnic origin, OJ L 180, 19.7.2000, p. 22-26.

[2] Case C-799/23.

[3] COM(2020) 620 final.

[4] https://pjp-eu.coe.int/en/web/inclusive-education-for-roma-children/texts-2.
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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Is freezing the bank accounts of elected citizens and political opponents in France anti-democratic? – E-000107/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament
Banks and credit institutions, like other economic operators, have in principle the freedom to decide with whom they want to enter into a contract or maintain a business relationship.

To ensure the right of consumers to have access to financial services, Article 16 of the Payment Accounts Directive (PAD)[1] gives all consumers legally resident in the EU the right to open and use a payment account with basic features (PABF), subject to certain derogations, including in view of anti-money laundering rules. Article 19 of PAD also lays down the specific circumstances under which a PABF can be unilaterally terminated[2].

The Commission is also committed to safeguarding non-discrimination of citizens with regards to their access to a payment account. Article 15 of PAD requires Member States to ensure that credit institutions do not discriminate against consumers legally resident in the EU by reason of their nationality or place of residence or of any other ground as referred to in Article 21 of the Charter of Fundamental Rights (including political opinion) when consumers apply for or access a payment account.

The responsibility for the enforcement of these provisions in individual cases lies with the national authorities and courts. The Commission, in case of suspicion of a breach of EU law by the national authorities, may decide to investigate the matter further and contact the national authorities to obtain further information.

[1] Directive 2014/92/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 23 July 2014 on the comparability of fees related to payment accounts, payment account switching and access to payment accounts with basic features Text with EEA relevance, OJ L 257, 28.8.2014, p. 214-246.

[2] Including the deliberate use of the account for illegal purposes, no transaction for more than 24 consecutive months, incorrect information provided where the correct information would have resulted in the absence of such a right, the consumer is no longer legally resident in the EU, the consumer has subsequently opened a second payment account.
Last updated: 6 June 2025
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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Urgent need to fight the organised crime of smugglers – P-001576/2025(ASW)
Source: European Parliament
1. The political guidelines for the Commission 2024-2029[1] envisage strengthening Frontex, notably to equip it with state-of-the art technology for surveillance and situational awareness, along with its own equipment and personnel to ensure it can protect EU b orders in all circumstances with strong governance and the full respect of fundamental rights. The Commission has launched a feasibility study to support its upcoming impact assessment and legislative proposal. The Commission will reflect on the possibilities to reinforce the mandate of Frontex, also with regard to security aspects, as well as how to ensure that the inter-agency cooperation, particularly with Europol, will bring even more robust results in fighting cross-border crime.

In 2023[2], the Commission tabled a targeted proposal to enhance Europol’s support to preventing and combating migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings that would also strengthen the cooperation between Europol and Frontex. In addition, in line with the political guidelines, the Commission envisages to table a proposal in order to make Europol truly operational, by addressing any areas for improvement that will allow Europol to reach its full potential and to best meet the needs of national law enforcement authorities .

Strengthening the capacities of Europol and Frontex in countering migrant smuggling contributes to the implementation of the Global Alliance to counter migrant smuggling, with its call to strengthen international cooperation in preventing and responding to migrant smuggling and addressing alternatives to irregular migration[3].

2. The Commission intends to present its proposal on the next multiannual financial framework in July 2025. The underlying political orientations were presented in the Commission Communication ‘The road to the next multiannual financial framework’ adopted on 11 February 2025[4].

[1] https://commission.europa.eu/document/e6cd4328-673c-4e7a-8683-f63ffb2cf648_en.

[2] COM/2023/754 final.

[3] https://home-affairs.ec.europa.eu/policies/migration-and-asylum/irregular-migration-and-return/international-conference-global-alliance-counter-migrant-smuggling_en#more-information.

[4] COM(2025) 46 final.
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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Implementation of EU legislation to protect healthcare workers from exposure to hazardous medicinal products – E-002148/2025
Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-002148/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Margarita de la Pisa Carrión (PfE)

Healthcare workers in oncology are often exposed to hazardous medicinal products (HMPs), many with carcinogenic, mutagenic or reprotoxic properties (CMR substances), which poses a serious risk to their health. Since April 2024, Directive (EU) 2022/431 has required the implementation of specific measures, such as the use of closed systems where it is impossible to do away with or replace an HMP. However, shortcomings remain: there is an absence of clear risk assessment protocols, a shortage of adequate protective equipment and insufficient training. Although the Commission published an indicative list of HMPs to facilitate risk assessments on 18 February 2025, this measure is limited if not accompanied by real guarantees of protection for workers.

In light of this situation:

1.Does the Commission consider it necessary to have minimum training criteria and adequate protective equipment for people working with such substances?

2.What technical guidance will the Commission provide on the use of closed systems, with a view to ensuring that workers have effective means to reduce their exposure?

Submitted: 28.5.2025
Last updated: 6 June 2025
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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: Bulgarian city Burgas to get EIB guidance for new scientific campus
Source: European Investment Bank

EIB
- EIB to advise Burgas on plan to create top scientific centre that will serve city’s four universities.
- Due to open in 2027, new campus will feature research and data facilities as well as student housing and sports premises.
- EIB to help develop economic model for site as Burgas seeks to attract researchers and students from around world.
The Bulgarian city of Burgas will develop a state-of-the-art scientific campus and seek to attract Bulgarian and international researchers and students with guidance from the European Investment Bank (EIB). The new campus is due to open its doors in 2027 and serve four universities in Burgas, Bulgaria’s fourth-largest city and a major industrial and tourist hub on the Back Sea.

The agreement involves the EIB’s advisory services. EIB Advisory Head of Public & Infrastructure Finance Division Julien Chebbo and Burgas Mayor Dimitar Nikolov signed the accord today in the city.

Burgas has a population of more than 200,000 and is one of the fastest growing metropolitan areas in Bulgaria. The new campus will feature centres for research and development and data as well as housing and sporting facilities.

“Creating a quality space for studying, working and living is key to attract young people and retain talent in cohesion regions,” said EIB Vice-President Kyriacos Kakouris. “We are pleased to support Burgas in structuring a viable economic model for the new campus, which will enhance the city’s position in the higher-education landscape, promoting innovation and economic growth.”

The municipality of Burgas has completed a design for the campus and designated land plots for it. EIB Advisory will propose and evaluate financing options and help devise an appropriate management and governance structure for the campus. The expertise is being mobilised under the European Commission’s InvestEU Advisory mandate.

“This is an extremely important project to attract young people by providing opportunities for broad-spectrum education and development,” said Burgas Mayor Dimitar Nikolov. “This requires a modern environment that seamlessly combines opportunities for education and science with quality living quarters. This setting will inspire and nurture the development of specialists in various academic fields and the attainment of top scientific achievements.”

The new agreement follows other EIB Advisory support for Burgas including a comprehensive feasibility study in 2022-2023 for a new children’s hospital. In September 2023, the EIB then approved a €12.8 million loan for Burgas to co-fund the hospital.

Background information

About the EIB

The European Investment Bank (ElB) is the long-term lending institution of the European Union, owned by its Member States. The EIB finances investments in eight core priorities that support EU policy objectives: climate action and the environment, digitalisation and technological innovation, security and defence, cohesion, agriculture and the bioeconomy, social infrastructure, the capital markets union and a stronger Europe in a more peaceful and prosperous world. 

The EIB Group, which also includes the European Investment Fund (EIF), signed nearly €89 billion in new financing for over 900 high -impact projects in 2024, boosting Europe’s competitiveness and security.   

In addition to financing, the EIB offers advisory services that help public and private partners develop and implement high-quality, investment-ready projects. In 2024 alone, EIB advisory teams helped mobilise over €200 billion of investments across Europe and beyond.

About the InvestEU Advisory Hub

The InvestEU programme provides the EU with long-term funding by leveraging substantial private and public funds in support of a sustainable recovery and growth. It helps mobilise private investments for the EU’s policy priorities, such as the European Green Deal and the digital transition. InvestEU brings together under one roof the multitude of EU financial instruments, making funding for investment projects in Europe simpler, more efficient and more flexible.

The InvestEU Advisory Hub is the central entry point for project promoters and intermediaries seeking advisory support and technical assistance related to centrally managed EU investment funds. Managed by the European Commission and financed by the EU budget, the InvestEU Advisory Hub connects project promoters and intermediaries with advisory partners, who work directly together to help projects reach the financing stage.

EIB Advisory provides technical and financial expertise to support the development of sustainable and bankable projects in various sectors. In Bulgaria, EIB experts are assisting public authorities and businesses in preparing infrastructure investments in energy, energy efficiency, healthcare, transport and the environment, improving project planning and enhancing access to funding through tailored services and capacity building.

About the Municipality of Burgas

The Municipality of Burgas is the fourth-largest municipality in Bulgaria and the city of Burgas is the biggest city in south-eastern Bulgaria. Surrounded by three lakes and the Black Sea, the fast-developing city serves as a commercial and transport hub in the country. Burgas is an important centre for sea tourism with facilities and transport connections to the resorts on the South Black Sea coast.

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MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Investing in the future: 5G corridors as key pillars of a modern and secure European railway network – E-002141/2025
Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-002141/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Sophia Kircher (PPE)

The Connecting Europe Facility plays a central role in the deployment of physical and digital infrastructure in the EU, in particular by funding 5G corridors along the trans-European transport network (TEN-T). These allow for uninterrupted high-speed connections and significantly help improve rail safety, efficiency, the passenger experience and the resilience of transport and logistics systems – key elements for the EU’s competitiveness.

In view of the objectives of the 2030 Digital Compass and the negotiations on the post-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF), the question arises as to what will be done in future to promote digital rail connectivity, and in particular the widespread roll-out of 5G along railway lines in the European Railway Traffic Management System (ERTMS).

1.How will the Commission ensure that enough funding is earmarked for the deployment of 5G corridors – especially along ERTMS railway lines – in the next MFF?

2.What measures will it take to accelerate the deployment of FRMCS/5G along the TEN-T rail network, thus preventing delays in the ERTMS/gigabit passenger connectivity?

3.Will it carry out a survey on the user experience when it comes to digital connectivity during rail travel, as well as the economic and environmental benefits of the digitalisation of rail transport, in order to better align investments with passengers’ needs and modal shift objectives?

Submitted: 28.5.2025
Last updated: 6 June 2025
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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: Highlights – Countdown to the European Youth Event (EYE2025) has begun – Committee on Culture and Education

Source: European Parliament

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The European Youth Event (EYE2025) will take place on 13 and 14 June in Strasbourg, offering a unique opportunity for young people to connect with policymakers and discuss their ideas for the future of Europe. Whether attending in person or participating online, EYE2025 allows young people to engage in meaningful conversations and share their perspectives on key issues.

#Engaged4YOUth: CULT Committee session (in cooperation with PETI)
One of the highlights of this year’s event will be the CULT session, a dynamic conversation where Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) from the Committee on Culture and Education will engage directly with young participants. Each MEP will share insights into their work, focusing on how they connect with youth and support young people across Europe. After the initial presentations, attendees will break into four discussion groups. MEPs will rotate between the groups, answering questions and discussing ways policymakers can better engage with young people. This interactive format offers a valuable opportunity for youth to directly influence how European leaders connect with the next generation.

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Age verification app – E-002140/2025
Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-002140/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Veronika Cifrová Ostrihoňová (Renew)

1.According to available information, the Commission plans to introduce an EU-wide age verification app in the second quarter of 2025. How does it intend to coordinate with the Member States and with Parliament during each phase of the app’s development, testing and deployment to ensure compatibility with national digital infrastructures and legal frameworks?

2.The age verification app is described as a temporary measure preceding the rollout of the EU Digital Identity Wallet. Both instruments, however, appear to verify age only for individuals aged 18 and above. Given the critical need to protect children online, particularly on social media platforms, robust and reliable age verification mechanisms for younger users would allow for the implementation of appropriate safeguards such as privacy-by-design features. Can the Commission clarify why it has opted not to include age verification for minors under the age of 18?

Submitted: 28.5.2025
Last updated: 6 June 2025
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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: At a Glance – Ukraine’s future in the EU – 06-06-2025

Source: European Parliament

Ukraine was granted EU candidate status in June 2022. Accession negotiations were opened in June 2024. While bilateral screening meetings of three thematic clusters have been completed, negotiations proper have not yet started, pending unanimous agreement of EU Member States. The European Parliament is calling for the timely organisation of subsequent intergovernmental conferences.

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June 6, 2025

MIL-OSI Europe: RECOMMENDATION on the draft Council decision on the conclusion, on behalf of the Union, of the Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine amending the Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine on the carriage of freight by road of 29 June 2022 – A10-0102/2025

Source: European Parliament

DRAFT EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION

on the draft Council decision on the conclusion, on behalf of the Union, of the Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine amending the Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine on the carriage of freight by road of 29 June 2022

(16072/2024 – C10‑0226/2024 – 2024/0290(NLE))

(Consent)

The European Parliament,

– having regard to the draft Council decision (16072/2024),

– having regard to the draft Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine amending the Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine on the carriage of freight by road of 29 June 2022 (10783/24),

– having regard to the request for consent submitted by the Council in accordance with Article 91 and Article 218(6), second subparagraph, point (a) of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union (C10‑0226/2024),

– having regard to Rule 107(1) and (4), and Rule 117(7) of its Rules of Procedure,

– having regard to the recommendation of the Committee on Transport and Tourism (A10-0102/2025),

1. Gives its consent to the conclusion of the agreement;

2. Instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the governments and parliaments of the Member States and of Ukraine.

ANNEX: ENTITIES OR PERSONS FROM WHOM THE RAPPORTEUR HAS RECEIVED INPUT

The rapporteur declares under her exclusive responsibility that she did not receive input from any entity or person to be mentioned in this Annex pursuant to Article 8 of Annex I to the Rules of Procedure.

PROCEDURE – COMMITTEE RESPONSIBLE

Title	Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine amending the Agreement between the European Union and Ukraine on the carriage of freight by road of 29 June 2022
References	16072/2024 – C10-0226/2024 – 2024/0290(NLE)
Date of consultation or request for consent	18.12.2024
Committee(s) responsible	TRAN
Rapporteurs Date appointed	Elissavet Vozemberg-Vrionidi 3.6.2025
Previous rapporteurs	Siegbert Frank Droese
Discussed in committee	9.4.2025
Date adopted	3.6.2025
Result of final vote	+: –: 0:	32 6 2
Members present for the final vote	Oihane Agirregoitia Martínez, Daniel Attard, Adrian-George Axinia, Rachel Blom, Nikolina Brnjac, Nina Carberry, Carlo Ciccioli, Vivien Costanzo, Johan Danielsson, Siegbert Frank Droese, Gheorghe Falcă, Jens Gieseke, Borja Giménez Larraz, Sérgio Gonçalves, Roman Haider, François Kalfon, Julien Leonardelli, Vicent Marzà Ibáñez, Milan Mazurek, Alexandra Mehnert, Ştefan Muşoiu, Jan-Christoph Oetjen, Philippe Olivier, Matteo Ricci, Marjan Šarec, Andreas Schieder, Volker Schnurrbusch, Rosa Serrano Sierra, Virginijus Sinkevičius, Kai Tegethoff, Elissavet Vozemberg-Vrionidi, Maciej Wąsik, Roberts Zīle
Members under Rule 216(7) present for the final vote	Alexander Bernhuber, Gilles Boyer, Moritz Körner, Ana Miguel Pedro, Oliver Schenk, Marion Walsmann, Isabel Wiseler-Lima
Date tabled	5.6.2025

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June 6, 2025

MIL-OSI Europe: EU Fact Sheets – Pacific – 05-06-2025

Source: European Parliament

The EU’s relationship with the Pacific region has political, economic and development dimensions. The EU is the Pacific region’s second largest trading partner. Australia and New Zealand are the EU’s like-minded partners, facing common geostrategic challenges and promoting multilateralism and a global rules-based order. In June 2018, negotiations were launched for a comprehensive EU-Australia free trade agreement (FTA) and the fifteenth round of negotiations took place in April 2023. The EU signed an FTA with New Zealand in July 2023.Under the Samoa Agreement the EU has a partnership with the 15 Pacific Island Countries (PICs) that centres on development, fisheries and climate change. It also has partnerships with the three Pacific Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs).

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: EU Fact Sheets – The internal market: general principles – 05-06-2025

Source: European Parliament

The internal market is an area that fosters prosperity and enables the free movement of goods, services, people and capital. As the world’s largest single market, it leverages its scale to create jobs, drive business opportunities and promote European standards globally. It also tackles ongoing global challenges, such as the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, which have led to restrictions of free movement and shortages of goods and services.

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Europe: Written question – Rise in THC and smart vapes on the European single market – E-002133/2025
Source: European Parliament
Question for written answer E-002133/2025
to the Commission
Rule 144
Liesbet Sommen (PPE)

There has been a worrying increase in the number of illegal e-cigarettes (vapes) on the European single market, including products that do not comply with EU standards. Some contain more nicotine than declared, or are sold as being nicotine-free when they do in fact contain nicotine. In addition, inferior combustion mechanisms in certain appliances lead to elevated concentrations of heavy metals such as copper, mercury, cadmium, zinc and lead – which pose serious health risks, especially for young people.

Two new trends are also worthy of note: Smart vapes, which are linked to gaming devices that reinforce addictive behaviour (a combination of gaming and nicotine addiction), and THC vapes, which allow the psychoactive compound THC from cannabis to be consumed in a cheap, discreet and odourless way. Despite bans in many Member States, these products are widely available.

1.The current regulatory framework is clearly inadequate. What is the European Commission doing to address the growing availability of illegal and harmful vapes among teenagers in the internal market?

2.Is the Commission considering funding research into the health impact of vape products through Horizon Europe?

3.Why has no revision of Directive 2014/40/EU on tobacco products been proposed yet? When will the Commission take action to address these worrying developments?

Submitted: 28.5.2025
Last updated: 6 June 2025
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June 6, 2025
Face authentication gains traction as Aadhaar transactions surge past 15,223 crore

Source: Government of India

Source: Government of India (4)

Aadhaar number holders carried out over 211 crore authentication transactions in May 2025, taking the cumulative number of such transactions since the inception of Aadhaar to more than 15,223 crore, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology said in a statement on Friday.

The ministry noted that Aadhaar authentication transactions in May 2025 exceeded those recorded in May 2024, which stood at 201.76 crore.

“The growing number of authentications highlights the extensive usage and utility of Aadhaar, and the expansion of the digital economy in the country,” the ministry said in a statement.

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) also reported continued growth in its AI/ML-powered face authentication system. In May alone, over 15 crore face authentication transactions were recorded, signalling increased adoption of the biometric modality.

More than 100 entities including government ministries and departments, financial institutions, oil marketing companies and telecom service providers are using face authentication to ensure the seamless and secure delivery of services and welfare benefits.

In May 2025, over 37 crore Aadhaar-based e-KYC transactions were conducted, underscoring the increasing adoption of digital verification in sectors such as banking and non-banking financial services. This trend is enhancing customer experience and promoting ease of doing business.

Last month, UIDAI also began sharing non-personal, anonymised data from the Aadhaar Dashboard on the open government data platform, [data.gov.in](https://data.gov.in). According to the Ministry of Electronics and IT, the initiative aims to further promote transparency, research, and data-driven policy making.

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Tackling fuel poverty in privately rented homes

Source: Scottish Government

Proposals for minimum standards of energy efficiency

Private rented homes could be subject to a Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard (MEES) from 2028 to support efforts to tackle fuel poverty and reduce emissions that contribute to climate change.

Under proposals published today, regulations would be brought forward under existing powers requiring privately rented properties, as far as possible, to reach the reformed EPC Heat Retention Rating (HRR) band C from 2028 for new tenancies and by 2033 for all privately rented homes.

In 2022 there were 300,000 privately rented properties in Scotland. The regulations would prohibit the letting of properties which fall below the minimum standard of energy efficiency, until the landlord has made any relevant energy efficiency improvements.

The current system of Energy Performance Certificates (EPC) is due to be revised and updated from 2026 with a new set of ratings to give clearer information on the fabric energy efficiency of a property; the emissions, efficiency and running costs of its heating system; and the cost of energy to run the home.

Alasdair Allan, Acting Minister for Climate Action said:

“It is vital that we find the right balance to both reach net zero by 2045 and reduce fuel poverty. Improving energy efficiency is one of the levers available to the Scottish Government that enables this dual progress.

“The lowest rates of fuel poverty are associated with higher energy efficiency standards. A majority of privately rented properties are already at a good standard of energy efficiency, based on the current EPC regime, but others still need improvement to bring them closer to reaching a good level.

“These proposals will improve those homes, reduce energy costs for tenants and support the transition to clean heating – which we will be further strengthening through the Heat in Buildings Bill that we have committed to bring forward later this year. Installing better insulation and other energy efficiency measures will also benefit people’s health, by reducing the risk of cold and dampness-related conditions.

“The Scottish Government continues to offer a wide range of support to people and organisations looking to move to clean heating or improve energy efficiency, including to private landlords.”

Exemptions are proposed to provide protection to landlords in situations where they are prevented from obtaining third party consent or permissions to carry out work; and where undertaking work could have a negative impact on the fabric or structure of the property.

Previous proposals to regulate energy efficiency for the private rented sector were put forward in 2020 but withdrawn as a consequence of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Background

Also published today are proposals for a Heat and Energy Efficiency Technical Suitability Assessment, which could support consumers by providing further evidence, beyond the EPC system, of which energy efficiency or clean heating system measures are technically suitable for their home or building, and which may not be. This optional assessment would support in particular those in buildings which are more complex to decarbonise such as tenements, traditional and protected buildings.

Consultation on Draft Energy Efficiency (Domestic Private Rented Property) (Scotland) Regulations

Heat & Energy Efficiency Technical Suitability Assessment (HEETSA) – Scoping Consultation

Private Rented Sector Landlord Loan Scheme

Warmer Homes Scotland

Energy efficiency: Area Based Schemes

Withdrawn regulations: The Energy Efficiency (Domestic Private Rented Property) (Scotland) Regulations 2020

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Wang Yi to Attend FCAS Coordinators’ Ministerial Meeting and 4th China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

BEIJING, June 6 (Xinhua) — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee, will attend the ministerial meeting of the coordinators for the implementation of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FCAC) and the opening ceremony of the 4th China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo in Changsha, central China’s Hunan Province, from June 10 to 12, a Foreign Ministry spokesperson announced Friday. -0-

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Malaysia and China’s openness to dialogue helps strengthen civilizational exchanges

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Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

KUALA LUMPUR, June 6 (Xinhua) — Malaysia and China’s openness to dialogue plays a key role in strengthening civilizational exchanges and people-to-people relations by overcoming differences, scholars and experts said Thursday at a forum titled “Youth’s Responsibility for a Common Future: Islamic-Confucian Dialogue and New Horizons of Malaysia-China Cooperation.”

Shao Liang, Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Malaysia, who attended the event, said that the Global Civilization Initiative proposed by China has important theoretical and practical significance for promoting exchanges and mutual learning among civilizations, building a fair international order and strengthening mutual understanding.

“We are living in an era of great global uncertainty,” said Malaysia-China Friendship Association President Abdul Majid Ahmad Khan, noting that there is an urgent need for dialogue among civilizations in response to global challenges.

Abdul Majid Ahmad Khan also called on the youth to boldly shoulder the responsibilities dictated by the times, promote the ideals of peace and dedicate themselves to building an inclusive and harmonious global future.

International Islamic University Malaysia Rector Osman Bakar noted that in today’s increasingly diverse world, cultural exchange and understanding between Malaysia and China is more important than ever.

In his opinion, through dialogue and cooperation, young people can become bridges between different civilizations, resolve differences and promote common values.

The youth representatives who attended the forum generally agreed that young people should contribute to cultural exchanges and dialogue between the civilizations of Malaysia and China. –0–

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: UN Secretary General Disappointed by US Veto of UN Security Council Draft Resolution on Gaza

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Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

UNITED NATIONS, June 6 (Xinhua) — UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday expressed disappointment over the United States’ veto of a draft UN Security Council resolution on Gaza a day earlier.

A draft resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and lifting restrictions on humanitarian aid received the support of 14 of the 15 Security Council members. The United States was the only UN Security Council member to veto the draft.

Asked on Thursday if he was disappointed with the outcome, Guterres said: “Of course.”

“We are always disappointed when a ceasefire fails, hostages are not released, and humanitarian aid is not distributed or is distributed in a way that puts the lives of many Palestinians at risk,” the UN secretary-general told reporters.

A. Guterres said the UN would do everything possible to help the people of Gaza. However, he stressed that the work of the world organization will be effective only if there is a permanent ceasefire, the unconditional and immediate release of all hostages and unlimited access for humanitarian aid.

According to him, it is important to maintain the prospect of resolving the conflict based on the principle of “two states for two peoples.” –0–

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Leaders of Uzbekistan and Iran held a telephone conversation

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Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

Tashkent, June 6 (Xinhua) — Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian held a telephone conversation, the press service of the Uzbek leader reported on Thursday.

“During a telephone conversation on June 5, President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev and President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Masoud Pezeshkian warmly congratulated each other and the friendly peoples of the two countries on the holy holiday of Eid al-Adha, sincerely wishing them peace, well-being and prosperity,” the statement said.

Current issues of further development of Uzbek-Iranian multifaceted relations were also discussed.

It is noted that active contacts and exchanges at the level of governments, ministries and departments were noted with satisfaction. The indicators of mutual trade and cargo transportation, as well as the number of joint ventures, are growing.

“In May of this year, the next meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission, a business forum and an industrial exhibition were fruitfully held in the city of Tehran. A “road map” of cooperation for 2025-2027 was adopted,” the statement said.

The presidents of the two countries noted the importance of further promoting cooperation projects in the fields of trade, investment, transport and logistics, industry and agriculture. The leaders of Uzbekistan and Iran also exchanged views on the regional agenda and the schedule of upcoming events. –0–

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI United Nations: Belmont Forum

Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction

Mission

Established in 2009, and hosted by the Inter-American Institute for Global Change Research, the Belmont Forum is a partnership of funding organizations, international science councils, and regional consortia committed to the advancement of transdisciplinary science. Forum operations are guided by the Belmont Challenge a vision document that encourages: International transdisciplinary research providing knowledge for understanding, mitigating and adapting to global environmental change.

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI United Nations: DMUN Foundation

Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction

Mission

The DMUN Foundation is a youth-led, non-profit, civil society, umbrella organisation. Through our three member organisations, our organisation’s purpose is to provide opportunities for youths to learn about international relations, diplomacy, legislative bodies, social entrepreneurship, sustainability, and greater youth participation in the UN System.

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI United Nations: Investor Advisory Board

Source: UNISDR Disaster Risk Reduction

Mission

The IAB aims to mobilize public and private investment for preventing disasters and increasing the resilience of societies. It develops the tools and methodologies needed to turn investors’ commitments into action. As such, it accelerates progress towards the Sendai Framework and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Security: 50 arrested and 4 tonnes of cocaine seized in major hit against drug trafficking in Spain

Source: Europol

Results of the operation:48 suspects arrested3.8 tonnes of cocaine seized29 house searches in Fuerteventura (2), Gran Canaria (13) and Lanzarote (14)69 vehicles seized (19 boats and speedboats)6 properties seizedEUR 100 000 in cash seizedEuropol played a key role in the investigation by providing crucial analytical and financial support that contributed to the success of the operation. On the action day,…

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI China: China willing to work with Canada to promote steady improvement of bilateral ties: Premier Li

Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

China willing to work with Canada to promote steady improvement of bilateral ties: Premier Li

BEIJING, June 6 — China is willing to work with Canada, in the spirit of looking to the future, to promote the steady improvement of bilateral relations, bring them onto a track of sound and steady development, and strive for win-win cooperation, Chinese Premier Li Qiang said on Friday.

Speaking with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on the phone at the latter’s request, Li said that Canada was one of the first Western countries to establish diplomatic relations with the People’s Republic of China, and the bilateral relationship was at the forefront of China’s ties with Western nations for a long time. However, in recent years, the relationship has suffered serious difficulties due to unnecessary disruptions, he added.

The development of China and Canada represents opportunities rather than threats to each other, said Li, noting that there are no fundamental conflicts of interest between the two, only a tradition of friendship and mutual benefits.

He expressed hope that the Canadian side will make joint efforts with the Chinese side, view China’s development in an objective and rational manner, and work together to achieve shared success and prosperity.

Looking ahead, there is enormous potential for China-Canada cooperation as the two economies are highly complementary, said Li, urging both sides to deepen cooperation in traditional areas, expand collaboration in emerging fields such as clean energy, climate change and scientific and technological innovation, and strengthen people-to-people as well as economic and trade exchanges.

Li called on both governments to listen to their people, respond to their concerns, and do more to enhance bilateral friendly cooperation and increase mutual understanding and trust.

China is willing to work with Canada, on the basis of equality and mutual respect, to seek and expand common ground while shelving and narrowing differences, strengthen exchanges and dialogue in various fields, and address each other’s concerns appropriately, Li said.

Noting that the current international situation is intertwined with turmoil, and unilateralism and protectionism are on the rise, Li said China is ready to work with Canada to jointly safeguard multilateralism and free trade, promote economic globalization and the multilateral trading system to develop in the right direction, and inject more stability into world peace and development.

For his part, Carney said that Canada and China have a profound traditional friendship and China is Canada’s second-largest trading partner. While bilateral relations have experienced some setbacks in recent years, he said, Canada is ready to restart its relationship with China.

The Canadian side looks forward to resuming high-level exchanges and dialogue mechanisms in areas such as diplomacy and economic and trade with China, and strengthening pragmatic cooperation in trade, agriculture, energy and environmental protection, he added.

In the face of the current international landscape, Canada is willing to enhance communication and coordination with China, jointly safeguard the international financial and trading system, and contribute to promoting global sustainable development, Carney said.

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June 6, 2025
Union Minister Kiren Rijiju launches UMEED Central Portal to modernize Waqf Property Management

Source: Government of India

Source: Government of India (4)

Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju, launched the UMEED Central Portal in New Delhi on Friday, marking a transformative step toward modernizing the management of Waqf properties across India. The event, attended by Union Minister of State for Minority Affairs, George Kurian, underscores the government’s commitment to enhancing transparency and efficiency in Waqf administration.

The UMEED Central Portal, named after the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency, and Development Act, 1995, is a centralized digital platform designed to enable real-time uploading, verification, and monitoring of Waqf properties. Rijiju described the initiative as a “historic step” that will redefine Waqf property governance. “The UMEED Portal will add a new chapter in the history of Waqf property management and administration in India. It will not only bring transparency but will also help common Muslims, particularly women and children,” he stated.

Aimed at transforming Waqf asset administration, the portal introduces greater transparency, accountability, and public participation. It is designed to ensure that community-owned Waqf properties are utilized effectively to uplift underprivileged sections of the Muslim community. The platform features a comprehensive digital inventory with geo-tagging for precise identification of Waqf properties, an online grievance redressal system for efficient complaint resolution, and real-time monitoring to ensure transparent leasing and usage. It also integrates with GIS mapping and e-Governance tools for enhanced management and provides public access to verified records to foster trust and community engagement.

Kurian highlighted the portal’s role as a long-overdue reform, noting that it ensures every property is accounted for and used as intended. “This system will curb misuse and bring Waqf administration closer to the people,” he said.

Dr. Chandra Shekhar Kumar, Secretary of the Ministry of Minority Affairs, expressed confidence that the UMEED Portal would become the cornerstone of digital Waqf governance. “This platform will ensure Waqf assets contribute meaningfully to education, healthcare, livelihood generation, and social welfare for underprivileged Muslims,” he said.

June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: British Embassy in Ashgabat marks World Environment Day
Source: United Kingdom – Government Statements

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British Embassy in Ashgabat marks World Environment Day

British Embassy in Turkmenistan hosts screening of Sir David Attenborough’s ‘A Life on Our Planet’ to mark World Environment Day 2025 in Ashgabat.
The British Embassy Ashgabat hosted a screening of Sir David Attenborough’s A Life on Our Planet.

The screening of A Life on Our Planet.

On 5 June 2025, to mark World Environment Day, the British Embassy Ashgabat hosted a special screening of Sir David Attenborough: A Life on Our Planet – a deeply moving documentary by one of the world’s most respected natural historians. The event was open to the public and attended by people of all ages.

The screening brought together young people and climate enthusiasts to reflect on the urgent need for global environmental action.

The Embassy’s decision to host this screening reflects the UK’s commitment to environmental protection, including through international information-sharing and cooperation. In Turkmenistan, the British Embassy will continue its shared mission with the Government, international partners, and the people of Turkmenistan, standing ready to support national efforts to tackle climate change, protect precious ecosystems, and build a more sustainable and resilient future for the country and the wider region.

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June 6, 2025
MIL-OSI Russia: Occupational safety and personnel policy issues discussed at All-Russian forum at Polytechnic

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Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

On June 5 and 6, the Polytechnic University is hosting the All-Russian Conference “Labor Protection and Personnel Work in Organizations Subordinate to the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia.” The event is organized by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation. More than 650 specialists are participating in it, discussing current issues in the field of labor protection and personnel policy.

Participants meet with representatives of relevant government agencies and consider various topics: compliance with labor legislation, holding competitions for positions of professors and teachers, research fellows, certification and selection of managers, anti-corruption policy, labor protection, and social partnership. The work takes place in the format of expert sessions, master classes, and discussion platforms. The experts were also able to get acquainted with the exhibition stands.

State Secretary – Deputy Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation Anastasia Bondarenko addressed the participants in a video format: The topics that are raised annually at the conference are the most relevant. Issues of safety and comfortable conditions are a priority. The strategic potential of any organization is people. We must preserve the best traditions that have developed and share experience on the problems that arise.

The words of greeting from the Chairman of the Committee on Science and Higher Education of the St. Petersburg Administration Andrey Maksimov were read by his deputy Vladimir Gaidei: I am confident that the Polytechnic University will once again become a unifying discussion platform for the conference participants. You will have the opportunity to exchange experience and relevant information on issues important for the sustainable and stable functioning of educational and scientific organizations.

The guests were greeted by the rector of SPbPU, academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences Andrey Rudskoy: At the federal level, programs for increasing competitiveness and academic leadership are consistently implemented, which have significantly changed the landscape of higher education, setting, among other things, new requirements for management culture. Personnel policy cannot be formulated in isolation from the university strategy, and it should be built with a focus on creating mechanisms for attracting the best teachers and staff, ensuring an effective contract and consistent integration of teachers’ activities into the implementation of work for industry.

The participants of the plenary session discussed new challenges and solutions in personnel work and labor protection. The discussion was moderated by the President of the Southern Federal University Marina Borovskaya. Director of the Department of Personnel Policy of the Ministry of Education and Science of Russia Alexey Svistunov made a report “Personnel Policy of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation: Main Development Trends”. Director of the Department of Legal Support, Administration and Civil Service of the Ministry of Education of Russia Andrey Sobolev spoke about how to improve the efficiency of labor protection services in educational organizations.

Deputy Director of the Department of Working Conditions and Occupational Safety Tatyana Zhigastova devoted her speech to changes and prospects for the development of regulatory frameworks in the field of occupational safety. Chairperson of the Trade Union of Education and Science Workers of the Russian Federation Larisa Solodilova spoke in detail about the implementation of social partnership in solving problems of protecting social and labor rights and the effectiveness of monitoring compliance with labor safety legislation. Chairperson of the All-Russian Trade Union of RAS Workers Galina Chucheva gave a report on “Development of Social Partnership: Proposals of the Trade Union of RAS Workers”.

Acting Head of the Department for Supervision of Compliance with Anti-Corruption Legislation of the St. Petersburg Prosecutor’s Office Yegor Pavlov spoke about the organization’s anti-corruption policy, legislative requirements, their implementation and responsibility. Deputy Head of the Department of the Department of Permit and Visa Work and External Labor Migration of the Main Directorate for Migration of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia, Police Colonel Elena Klimova emphasized the specifics of attracting foreign citizens to work in the Russian Federation. Deputy Director for Research at the Izmerov Research Institute of Occupational Medicine Evgeny Zibarev presented regulatory and legal changes in the field of health protection in his speech. Head of the Department of Acquisition, Departmental Archives and Records Management of the Central State Archive of St. Petersburg Yulia Arslanova spoke about the storage of personnel documents and labor protection documents.

The moderator of the expert session “State supervision, departmental control: typical mistakes in personnel work. Ambiguous trends in law enforcement practice in labor disputes” was the head of the Directorate for Work with Personnel of SPbPU Maria Pakhomova. The participants discussed changes in supervisory activities and risk indicators, recruitment and registration of labor relations with foreign scientific and pedagogical workers, trends in law enforcement practice in labor disputes and other issues.

The moderators of the discussion platform “Improving approaches to remuneration and motivation of personnel” were Deputy Chief Accountant of SPbPU Irina Tomshinskaya and Director of the Department of Economics and Finance of SPbPU Elena Vinogradova. The experts considered the automation of HR processes of the university, the use of IT services to optimize the activities of employees, the system of accounting for the achievements of university-forming personnel, modification of the algorithm for forming the staffing schedule and other topics. Head of the Department of Corporate and Information Systems of SPbPU Denis Varenikov presented the report “Personal account of an employee as a tool for the digital transformation of an institution”. Head of the Labor Protection and Safety Department of SPbPU Yulia Shadrina spoke about the modification of the algorithm for forming the staffing schedule.

The round table “The Role of the Psychological Service in Ensuring Psychological Safety at the University” was moderated by Maxim Pasholikov, Vice-Rector for Youth Policy and Communication Technologies at SPbPU. The participants discussed the activities of psychological services at universities, student support, and aspects of the work of the tutoring service. Anna Kalugina, Director of the Center for Psychological Support at SPbPU, presented a report on “Psychological Aspects of Training First-Year Group Curators.”

The discussion platform “Assessment and development of personnel: current trends and effective mechanisms” was attended by the director of the Higher School of Industrial Management of SPbPU, secretary of the Competition Committee Olga Kalinina, who spoke about the assessment and development of the teaching staff within the framework of competition procedures.

At the discussion platform “Current issues of organizing labor protection in scientific and educational organizations of higher education,” Nikolai Chumakov, associate professor of the Higher School of Technosphere Safety of SPbPU, spoke and presented the specifics of conducting first aid training.

The debate “Experience is no obstacle to mastery. How to find the “golden mean”: professional standards vs. competencies / youth vs. “silver age”” was moderated by Vice-Rector for HR Policy of SPbPU Maria Vrublevskaya. The experts exchanged opinions on strategic issues of human capital management, discussed the age balance of the NPR, ways to attract and retain young people, professional standards and competencies.

The moderator of the round table “Educational and methodological support for training specialists in labor protection” was the director of the Higher School of Technosphere Safety of SPbPU Andrey Andreev. The first vice-president of MANEB, associate professor of SPbPU Vitaly Tsaplin made a report “Artificial intelligence in labor protection management systems”. Senior lecturers of the Polytechnic University Yulia Logvinova and Maxim Polyukhovich spoke about the methodological foundations of the laboratory practical course on labor protection.

Also planned today is a discussion platform “Mentoring as an element of developing human resources potential” together with the UNESCO Department at SPbPU and other activities.

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