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From 1 July 2026, the EU will introduce a temporary €3 customs duty on low-value parcels imported from outside the EU, mainly through e-commerce. This includes a wide range of products commonly bought online, such as clothing, toys, electronics, and other consumer goods worth up to €150. The new measure will help create fairer competition for EU businesses, better protect consumers from unsafe products, tackle customs fraud, and address environmental concerns over mass shipping. More info in the following link: Ensuring fairness and safety: €3 customs duty for low-value parcels – European Commission
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"Our ‘Peace through Connectivity Package’ will help build a peaceful and prosperous future for the South Caucasus. With up to €200 million of grant funding, leveraging up to €2 billion of investments in connecting the region, fostering partnership and creating a lasting culture of peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia. Together, we can turn peace on paper into peace in practice." – Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission
On 1 July 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met with the President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev to discuss ways to foster peace in the region through greater connectivity and support to border communities. They also discussed bilateral EU-Azerbaijan trade and energy partnerships.
During the visit, President von der Leyen unveiled concrete actions to advance regional cooperation, as well as initiatives to anchor Azerbaijan in the Connectivity Agenda.
To support this ambition, the President announced a Global Gateway investment package of up to €200 million for connectivity projects across the South Caucasus.
An additional €20 million will be dedicated to a peace-fostering programme for local populations in both Armenia and Azerbaijan. The President also stressed the significance of investing together in energy and specifically on renewable energies.
For the full transcript of the President’s speech, see here:
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/statement_26_1503
For more information, see here:
https://ec.europa.eu/commission/presscorner/detail/en/ip_26_1494
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Ireland will hold the Presidency of the Council of the EU from 1 July to 31 December 2026.
The Irish Presidency will focus on 5 core priorities:
-Strengthening the Single Market
-Boosting the EU’s energy security and affordability
-Pushing for stronger Trade Deals
-Human centred AI
-Making sure the EU plays a role in keeping peace and security in the world
On 1 July 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen travels to Baku, Azerbaijan.
Follow the LIVE press statements by President von der Leyen and President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, from 16.40 CET here on YouTube.
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Europe is stepping up the fight against cross-border crime, 🇲🇩 young Moldovans could soon join DiscoverEU, and Europe’s defence industry is adapting to the age of drones. The EU is also simplifying tax rules for businesses and making energy labels easier to use.
Catch up on this week’s biggest EU developments in our weekly news recap from 20–26 June 2026.
Watch our full explainer to see how the EU is tackling drug trafficking: Targeting the entire drug trade, from supply routes to organised crime and overdose prevention.
📌Featured stories:
🚔 Fighting cross-border crime: The EU wants Europol and Eurojust to work more closely across borders, helping investigators connect information, dismantle criminal networks and bring cases to court faster. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/OTWuSK0Fa0U
🛡️European defence in the age of drones: Europe is focusing on defence systems that can be produced, improved and repaired quickly to respond to fast-changing threats. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/hQ9vHyvaBGM
Smarter energy labels: The EU is updating energy and tyre labels to make product information clearer, more digital and easier for consumers to compare. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/x3I6rVp-QZs
Simpler tax rules for businesses: New proposals aim to reduce paperwork, simplify cross-border investment and make it easier for European companies to grow. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/0-o0GuTjxRc
DiscoverEU for Moldova: The EU plans to extend DiscoverEU to Moldova in 2027, giving young Moldovans the chance to travel, meet other Europeans and feel part of Europe’s shared future. https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Z1-CfeEK1MY
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#news #humanitarysupport #venezuela
In the aftermath of the 2 terrible earthquakes that hit Venezuela, the EU is mobilising rescue teams and equipment to the country.
520 rescuers, dogs, telecommunications and shelter equipment will be provided to help Venezuela overcome this terrible disaster.
#EU #venezuelaearthquake #crisispreparedness
More than 419 tonnes of illicit drugs were seized in the EU in 2023. But stopping drug trafficking isn’t just about making seizures.
How do criminal networks move drugs across Europe? And how does the EU work with Member States, Europol and international partners to stop them?
In this video, we break down the EU Drug Strategy, starting with the EncroChat investigation, which exposed criminal networks operating across multiple countries.
You’ll discover:
00:24 How traffickers exploit Europe’s major logistics hubs
01:39 Why drug trafficking is a cross-border business
02:33 The rise of synthetic drugs produced inside Europe
02:58 The hidden costs of drug trafficking for our societies
03:24 How the EU works to reduce harm and support prevention
Drug trafficking is more than a security issue. It is a constantly evolving system that adapts across borders.
That is why the response has to be European.
#DrugTrafficking #Europol #EuropeanUnion
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The European Commission is aiming to simplify taxation for companies in the EU, making it simpler and more attractive for business to operate in the Union.
#UkraineRecoveryConference #Ukraine #EuropeanUnion #EU
President Ursula von der Leyen delivered her opening remarks at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk, Poland, highlighting Europe’s long-term commitment to Ukraine’s recovery, reconstruction, security, investment, and European integration.
In her speech, President von der Leyen praised the solidarity of Gdańsk and Poland, outlined new EU financial support measures, discussed Ukraine’s progress toward European Union membership, and emphasizes the strategic importance of rebuilding Ukraine’s economy, infrastructure, energy sector, and defence industry.
Key announcements include new macro-financial assistance, support for Ukraine’s drone production capabilities, the launch of the European Flagship Fund for reconstruction investments, and further steps toward Ukraine’s integration into the European family.
📍 Location: Gdańsk, Poland
📅 Ukraine Recovery Conference
🎤 Speaker: Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission
🔹 Topics covered:
• Ukraine Recovery Conference
• EU support for Ukraine
• Ukraine reconstruction and recovery
• Ukraine’s EU accession process
• European investment in Ukraine
• Security and defence cooperation
• Economic growth and infrastructure rebuilding
• European Flagship Fund
• Ukraine’s defence industry
• Europe-Ukraine partnership
💬 Key message:
"Solidarity is the road to freedom."
▶️ Watch the full speech for insights into Europe’s vision for Ukraine’s future, economic recovery, security cooperation, and path toward EU membership.
Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission:
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The European Commission is updating energy and tire labels for home appliances and devices. These changes give you clearer information on energy efficiency, how long a product will last, and also and very important: how easy it is to repair.
The new regulations will allow for better traceability of products across the EU, and give Member States better tools to tackle non-compliant products being sold in within the EU.
Find more information here: Commission simplifies and makes energy and tyre labelling rules more accessible to European consumer…
