Category: European Commission (video statements)

Source: European Commission (video statements)

What exactly are tariffs? Who ends up paying them? And why is the European Commission—not individual EU countries—handling trade negotiations?

In this video, we explain how tariffs work using simple examples, such as imported shoes and a real-life "Chicken War" between the EU and the US.

You’ll learn:

00:16 What tariffs are and how they function
01:05 Who actually bears the cost (spoiler: it’s not always who you think)
01:21: What is the essence of tariffs? Chickens vs. cars
01:47 Why the European Commission negotiates trade deals on behalf of all 27 EU Member States
02:52 How trade agreements impact consumers, businesses, the environment, and international relations

From taxes on chicken in the 1960s to today’s powerful EU single market, this explainer shows why trade policy matters — and how it affects you as an EU citizen.

Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission: https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/video/ I-274087
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Source: European Commission (video statements)

EU to help evacuate citizens from Middle East as the EU Civil Protection Mechanism has been activated after Israel-Iran strikes.
At the same time, the EU naval operation ASPIDES continues to protect merchant ships from Houthi attacks.
The EU calls for de-escalation in the Middle East and reaffirms that Iran cannot have a nuclear bomb and a diplomatic solution is the solution to prevent this.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/vODdQvS1Dl8

Source: European Commission (video statements)

Imagine the EU asks you to help with combating hate in society by shaping its policies. Do you say yes?

Gemma – a lovely Italian grandma, Martin – an actor and drag performer from Slovakia, Daniel – a cargo office agent from Germany, and 147 other randomly selected EU citizens didn’t just imagine it—they lived it. Over three weekends in Brussels, they engaged in fruitful debates and discussions on how to tackle hatred in society.
The result? 21 concrete recommendations presented to the European Commission.

Want to discover how their insights influenced the discussion? Follow their journey on the European Citizens’ Panel on Tackling Hatred in Society.
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00:00 Introduction
01:57 The state of Hate in Society
03:36 Bringing people together
04:12 Going beyond prejudice
04:55 How hate can take lives
05:49 Accepting Differences
06:50 People’s recommendations

Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission: https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/video/I-264626

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Source: European Commission (video statements)

Watch how 150 randomly selected EU citizens are tackling hatred in society by shaping EU policies.
Follow the story of Gemma, from Sicily, Martin, from Slovakia and Daniel, from Germany, and find out how they actively participated in designing the future EU policies aimed at combating hatred and discrimination in our society.
During in-person working groups and online meetings, the citizens have analysed and debated so that at the end to present 21 concrete recommendations to the European Commission on how to tackle hatred in society

00:00 Meet the heroes
00:17 The lessons learned

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Source: European Commission (video statements)

Who really guides the European Union?

This explainer video unpacks the role of the European Commission, the key engine that proposes, implements, and enforces EU policies.
Based in Brussels, the Commission is central to shaping the European Union’s future.

In this video, you’ll discover:
– How EU laws and policies are created
– How President of the European Commission is chosen
– The difference between the European Commission, Parliament, and Council
– Why the Commission matters to over 450 million EU citizens

From proposing new laws to enforcing them across 27 member states, the Commission drives the European Union forward — shaping everything from climate action to digital policy.

📌 Perfect for students, educators, or anyone who wants to understand how the EU works, in simple terms.

Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission: https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/video/I-248609

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Source: European Commission (video statements)

The European Union urges all parties involved in the current conflict between Israel and Iran to show restraint and to de-escalate the conflict urgently.
No one will benefit from a war is the region and all diplomatic tools need to be leveraged to ensure a lasting security in the region.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/wOidqKqd0Dw

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European Commission President is taking part in this year’s G7 Leader Summit in Kananaskis, Canada. Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission:
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Why is the Schengen Agreement important? 40 years later discover how it shapes the daily life of EU citizens.

Real stories, native voices, and stunning visuals show the true power of free movement in Europe.

Watch the video and explore this important milestone in European unity and freedom!

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With the 18th sanctions package against Russia, announced on June 10th, the EU goes for the Russia’s energy and banking sectors.

Europe is putting Nord Stream 1 and 2 behind for good. We are also listing additional 77 vessels that are part of the Russian shadow fleet. Oil is one third of Russia’s government revenues. We need to cut this source. That’s why we propose to lower the oil price cap from 60 to 45 $ per barrel.

🔹 Banking – We are targeting the Russian banking sector by limiting its ability to raise funding and conduct transactions. We propose to transform the existing prohibition to use the SWIFT system into a full transaction ban. And we propose to apply such a transaction ban to another 22 Russian banks.
Our message is very clear: this war must end. We need a real ceasefire, and Russia has to come to the negotiating table with a serious proposal.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p8UJUvjGXec

Source: European Commission (video statements)

When the EU calls you to contribute to EU energy efficiency, do you pick up? Watch as one retired man from Ireland, or a Hungarian nurse, becomes a key player in shaping a greener and more energy-efficient Europe. Get inspired and see how you too can make a difference!

When Csenge, Conall, and 148 other randomly selected EU citizens were called upon by the European Commission to discuss EU Energy Efficiency in Brussels, they took on the challenge. Over three weekends, they debated, shared ideas, and made 13 conclusive recommendations that the Commission will consider during policymaking.

Want to see how their voices contributed to the debate?
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00:00 Introduction
00:30 Travelling to Brussels
00:58 Joining the Citizens Panel
02:14 Small Group Sessions
04:23 Focusing on Railway Travel
06:19 Presenting Ideas
06:38 Conclusion

In this video, we follow the journey of Connell, a retired man from Ireland, and Csenge, a young nurse from Hungary, who were invited to participate in a European Citizens’ Panel. Initially sceptical, Connell was surprised to find himself on a plane to Brussels the next day. Along with citizens from different European countries, he participated in small group sessions where they discussed energy efficiency. The group focused on the issue of railway travel and proposed ideas to make it more environmentally friendly. Their suggestions were well received by the European Commission, giving Connell a sense of pride and accomplishment.
Csenge, on top of her contributions to the Energy Efficiency policy-making process, also formed friendships with people from different countries, highlighting the diversity and power of collaboration.
This experience showed both of them the importance of citizen involvement in shaping the future of Europe and how even an individual can make a difference.

Watch on the Audiovisual Portal of the European Commission: https://audiovisual.ec.europa.eu/en/video/I-264625

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