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China imposes anti-dumping taxes of up to 34.9% on brandy imported from the European Union, starting from 5 July 2025. While the European Union regrets China’s decision, it will study these measures closely, in order to maintain the EU’s economic best interest.
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The first EU-Moldova Summit is taking place: On 4th July 2025, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, and European Council President António Costa are meeting the Moldovan President Maia Sandu to discuss key geopolitical matters.
Discussions at the summit involve important topics to foster a resilient relationship with the European neighbor country, such as its EU membership, trade, reforms and security and defence. Follow Ursula von der Leyen remarks at the press conference here at 18:00.
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On 3 July, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen holds a press conference together Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, on the start of the Danish Presidency.
The Danish EU Presidency will work for a strong and resolute EU that takes responsibility for its own security and for strengthening its competitiveness. This calls for the EU to match words with action and deliver on the challenges it faces. The green transition is essential to building a more secure and competitive Europe.
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The EU is staying the course on its quest to decarbonise through pragmatism, flexibility, and responsibility. By 2040, the goal is to cut emissions by 90%, a target that will drive clean tech, boost competitiveness, and build resilience against climate impacts. It’s about protecting people, empowering industries, and leading the global clean transition.
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Meet Martha C. Mayorquín-Torres, a Mexican scientist conducting research on renewable resources in pharmaceuticals.
Martha completed her studies in the pharmaceutical field in Mexico City. While seeking new opportunities to advance her research and develop her career, she discovered the TransPharm Project, which is financially supported by the European Union’s Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme at Ghent University.
This marked the beginning of her move to Ghent, Belgium, where she found an abundance of resources at her disposal—both in terms of equipment and the knowledge her colleagues could offer. Her research focuses on creating antiviral components from greener and more renewable resources, while also making pharmaceutical manufacturing processes more sustainable.
During her time working on her research, Martha realised that Europe can be more than just a place to advance her career; it can become home.
00:13 The resources of the research group
00:40 Greener and more sustainable pharmaceuticals
01:21 The courage to move to Europe and Europe becoming home
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Our climate is our shared responsibility. The 2040 EU Climate Target marks a bold commitment to protect the planet while driving leadership, competitiveness, and innovation.
This vision sets the path for a resilient, secure, and sustainable future, fueling prosperity through a just green transition.
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On 1 July 2025, Denmark takes over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union.
Over the next six months, we’ll work closely on the priorities of Denmark’s EU presidency:
A Secure, Competitive and Green Europe.
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The 4th International Conference on Financing for Development takes place in Sevilla, Spain, from 30 June until 3 July 2025. It address urgent financing challenges threatening the success of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In her opening speech of the conference, European Commission President von der Leyen stresses the crucial role of the European Union as the leading aid donor in the world.
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Celebrating 40 years since the adoption of the European Union flag, a powerful symbol of unity, identity, and cultural heritage.
The flag was officially adopted by the European Communities in 1985. Since then, it has flown as a beacon of cooperation, peace, and solidarity across Europe.
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We call on the Hungarian authorities to allow the Budapest Pride to go ahead.
Without fear of any criminal or administrative sanctions against the organisers or participants.
Our union is one of equality and non-discrimination.
