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Exclusive: EU to move away from emergency phase of COVID pandemic - document

The European Commission is set to say the EU has entered a new post-emergency phase of the pandemic in which testing should be targeted and monitoring of COVID-19 cases should be similar to sample-based flu surveillance, according to a draft document seen by Reuters.

Reuters

World Leaders Welcome Macron's French Election Win

World leaders rushed to congratulate France's centrist President Emmanuel Macron on his re-election and defeat of far-right leader Marine Le Pen in elections Sunday. Here are some of the main reactions according to AFP: - European Union -"I am delighted to be able to continue our excellent cooperation," tweeted European…

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Send for new passports ‘as soon as possible’ for summer holidays, minister warns

Conservative MP Simon Hoare described the passport backlog as ‘unprecedented, true, but foreseeable, absolutely’.

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Travellers could lose summer holidays as minister warns of ‘unprecedented surge’ in passport applications

Exclusive: The Independent first asked for the UK Passport Office for its plans to deal with rising applications two years ago

The Independent UK

Poland, Moderna Working Towards Increased Flexibility Of COVID-19 Vaccine Contracts: Reuters

Poland can compromise with Moderna Inc (NASDAQ:MRNA) on increasing the flexibility of COVID-19 vaccine contracts, Reuters reported citing the health minister, striking an upbeat tone after initial talks with the company. Poland has said it will not take or pay for more doses of the COVID-19 vaccine under the European Union's supply contract. Reuters…

Benzinga

No limits to Russia-China deal, warns EU chief amid Ukraine crisis

European Commission’s President seeks “diplomatic solution” to Ukraine crisis

The Hindu

EC chief: Russian aggression is threat to Europe's security

The president of the European Commission says Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is a direct threat to Europe’s security

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EU and India discuss closer ties as Ursula Von der Leyen visits Delhi two days after Boris Johnson

India signs technical agreement with the EU, becoming only the second country to do so after the US

The Independent UK

EU, India Agree to Broaden Ties amid Ukraine War

The European Union (EU) and India agreed on Monday to set up a trade and technology council to step up cooperation, as the bloc's chief held talks with officials in New Delhi who have seen a flurry of top visits since the start of the Ukraine war. European Commission President…

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When do I need to renew my passport for travel to Europe?

Seeing headlines about passports expiring after Brexit? Here are the rules as stated by the European Union, not the UK government nor the airlines

The Independent UK

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events on day 61

As the Russia-Ukraine war enters its 61st day, we take a look at the main developments.

Al Jazeera

Europe rushes to congratulate Macron after defeating Le Pen in second round vote

World leaders rushed to congratulate French President Emmanuel Macron for his re-election on Sunday in a second round marked by a rise in the far-right vote.

Radio France Internationale

EU chief to seek closer military, trade and tech ties on India visit

The European Union's chief executive will seek to increase sales of European military equipment to India and relaunch talks on a free trade deal when she meets India's prime minister in New Delhi on Monday, a senior EU official said.

Reuters

World leaders congratulate French President Macron on re-election

World leaders were quick to congratulate French President Emmanuel Macron for his election victory over his far-right rival on Sunday, some reflecting relief at avoiding a political shock in one of the European Union’s most pivotal countries.

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EU Says Pay for Russian Gas in Euros to Avoid Breaching Sanctions

EU companies may be able to work around Russia's demand to receive gas payments in rubles without breaching sanctions if they pay in euros or dollars which are then converted into the Russian currency, the European Commission said on Friday. The companies would also need to seek additional conditions on…

France 24

EU agrees on new legislation to tame internet 'Wild West'

The European Union early Saturday finalised new legislation to require Big Tech to remove harmful content, the bloc's latest move to rein in the world's online giants.

AFP

EU agrees deal to tame internet 'Wild West'

Brussels (AFP) - The European Union on Saturday finalised new legislation to require Big Tech to remove harmful content, the bloc's latest move to rein in the world's online giants.

The Conversation

Punishment of Deliveroo by French court is a blow to the platform's business model

When the gavel came down, the verdict of the first criminal trial targeting “uberization” in France was unambiguous. The court in Paris recognised the French branch of the London-based company Deliveroo wrongly classified riders who should have been considered employees as independent workers. Found guilty of “systemic concealment” of jobs,…

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'Small actions' can help reduce reliance on Russian energy: IEA

Paris (AFP) - Adjusting the heating and working more from home are just some of the "small actions" that can reduce Europe's reliance on Russia, the International Energy Agency and the European Commission said Thursday.

Tribune News Service

As Europe jilts Russian gas, biggest US exporter puts on a high-tech show

Deep in Louisiana’s bayou country, 18 maroon canisters discharge clear, odorless methane into the air as hard-hatted engineers patrol wind gauges, solar panels and a laser surveillance system shooting beams at mirrors.

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EU Plan for Common Worldwide Phone Charger Port Takes Step Closer

The European Union's bid to adopt a common charging port for mobile phones, tablets and headphones took a step forward on Wednesday when an EU panel backed the proposal, paving the way for an assembly vote next month. The European Commission suggested a single mobile charging port more than a…

The Hindu

President of the European Commission to visit India

She is expected to hold talks with the President and the Prime Minister

The Guardian - UK

Fat chance of safe water for Britain’s wild swimmers

Letter: The UK has persistently refused to comply with the European Commission’s bathing water directive, writes Charlie Hopkins

Reuters

Ukraine completes questionnaire for EU membership

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy formally submitted a completed questionnaire on European Union membership to an envoy on Monday and said he believed this step would lead to his country gaining candidate status within weeks.

Tribune News Service

Putin’s ruble standoff with Europe risks de facto gas embargo

The European Union and Russia are at risk of triggering a de facto embargo on Russian gas after the bloc’s lawyers drafted a preliminary finding that the mechanism President Vladimir Putin is demanding for payment in rubles would violate EU sanctions.

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