Source: Council of the European Union (video statements)
And because these small plastic particles look like fish eggs, birds eat them with serious consequences for wildlife as much as for human health.
The EU is setting rules to improve how plastic pellets are handled at all stages of the supply chain.
Goal: reducing unintentional releases of pellets into the environment by up to 74%!
#plasticpollution #microplastics
Source: Council of the European Union (video statements)
The EU is home to more than 4 000 art museums, hundreds of music festivals, and major film events – culture is always on your doorstep. 🎨🎶🎥
On #WorldArtDay, we celebrate art and the ways it brings us together, sparks inspiration and enriches our lives.
The EU supports artists and cultural professionals through funding initiatives such as Creative Europe.
That includes support for young artists, cross-border residencies, literature, cinema and digital art innovation.
Source: Council of the European Union (video statements)
If you need medical help abroad, doctors can now access your records to make sure you receive the right treatment.
And whilst on your travels, you can pick up prescriptions prescribed by your doctor back home! 🏥✈️
🔒 Your health data is secure! Only the professionals you choose can access your data with your consent.
💻 The EU will provide high-level security for your data across all member states.
Your health is safe in the EU Health Data Space! ✅
#EUHealthDataSpace #HealthSecurity #dataprivacy
Source: European Commission (video statements)
The ocean powers life on Earth. It covers 70% of the planet, produces half our oxygen, and holds 80% of global biodiversity. But it’s at a tipping point.
To protect this vital resource while unlocking its full potential, the EU launched the European Ocean Pact, a unified strategy to shape the future of ocean governance.
From fisheries to offshore wind. From biodiversity to marine research. From local communities to global cooperation. One Ocean, One strategy. #EUOceanPact
Source: European Commission (video statements)
On 9 June, 2025, at the UN Ocean Conference, Commission President Ursula von der Leyen presents the European Ocean Pact:
"We want to build a strong global alliance for the Ocean, because the fight to promote and protect our Ocean is a global challenge. As the declaration from this Conference makes clear, there is a funding shortfall to support ocean conservation, science and sustainable fishing. So I am delighted to announce today that:
Europe is investing EUR 1 billion in 50 projects around the world. We will invest in those who make a living from the sea, and we will invest in scientists and conservationists who seek to protect it. We will help to promote sustainable fishing in Tanzania, regenerate mangrove forests and their natural supply chains in Guyana and protect the coral and seagrass which sustain 20% of global fish stocks. Knowledge is one of the most powerful tools for ocean conservation, so one-third of the EUR 1 billion in funding announced today is targeted for research and scientific projects."
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The European Commission has welcomed numerous prominent guests, like Nelson Mandela and “U2” lead singer Bono. But these were not the only important events this week. Dive further with us into the European Commission’s audiovisual archives and discover important anniversaries with our new weekly AV history teaser!
Upcoming anniversaries in the teaser:
· 1975: Greece applies for membership in the European Communities
· 1985: Signing of the Schengen Agreements
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· 2005: “U2” lead singer Bono visits the European Commission and its President José Barroso
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Join the United Nations Ocean Conference on June 9, 2025, in Nice, France. A global moment to reflect, unite, and act for the protection and sustainable use of the ocean.
Source: European Commission (video statements)
What is the Savings and Investments Union?
Discover the primary objectives of the Savings and Investments Union and how it will reshape Europe’s financial landscape.
Europeans save around €1.4 trillion each year in low-interest rate bank deposits, while European businesses, especially start-ups and small enterprises, struggle to secure investment funding for their projects. The need for a strategic investment approach is evident.
To address this, the Savings and Investments Union aims to streamline investment processes and expand opportunities, driving EU economic growth and boosting household wealth.
This initiative will empower a variety of stakeholders, including investment firms and individual citizens, to participate in investments across the EU, facilitating access to capital for critical sectors such as green and digital transitions.
The Savings and Investments Union also focuses on equipping people with the knowledge and skills they need so that, if they decide to invest, they can make informed decisions.
Ultimately, the objectives of the Savings and Investments Union are to amplify investment choices, support EU enterprises, and strengthen the regional economy, leading to improved living standards for all Europeans.
00:00 Europeans save €1.4 trillion each year
00:29 The benefits of the Savings and Investments Union
00:59 Why does it make sense to invest?
01:21 Investing does not need to be expensive
01:41 Knowledge to make informed investing decisions
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Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
The ocean economy contributes over $2.5 trillion to global GDP annually and supports nearly 350 million jobs worldwide.
How can key ocean-reliant sectors like shipping, ports, food, energy and tourism drive a regenerative ocean economy that balances economic growth, social prosperity and marine conservation?
Find out more about the work of the Ocean Action Agenda, accelerating ambitious solutions for a sustainable ocean economy.
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This week’s top stories of the week include:
0:15 Firm building a GPS for the Moon — A Spanish tech company, GMV, is developing LUPIN—a lunar GPS system that helps rovers and astronauts navigate the Moon’s surface safely. Designed with the European Space Agency, LUPIN identifies the best routes by using satellite data to avoid hazards and guide explorers to their destinations.
1:31 How an AI agent could help you — If you’ve heard of AIAgents, you probably think of them as a sort of personalized robot assistant that can carry out tasks on your behalf. That would be wrong, says Kanjun Qiu, CEO of Imbue, an AI research lab. She says that, correctly used, AI agents are an advanced software tool that empowers users to customize and interact with their digital space more fully, without requiring the advanced skills of coders.
4:07 Uncertain global economic outlook — Amid trade tensions and a rise in nationalism, the world’s chief economists are unanimous in predicting a poor year for the global economy. It’s not all bad news, though: the rise of AI adds opportunity as well as disruption, while a reshuffle in global geopolitics could allow more marginal markets to shape their own destinies.
7:22 Students find careers with AI — In Latvia, students are getting help planning their futures with an AI career coach called Nākotnes darbs, or "future of work". This web-based platform starts with a personality test, asking users to rate their interest in 60 different activities, such as repairing bicycles or working in a lab.The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change.
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