We are building a Union of Equality, free from discrimination based on gender, race, religion, age, disability, or sexual orientation. 🏳️‍🌈✋🏾👩🏽‍🦯 And we’re doing it together with our citizens. From implementing a new Code of conduct on hate speech online to co-creating a rulebook to fight bullying in schools. Tolerance isn’t just a principle – it’s a practice that should go beyond the #DayForTolerance. Outcome from the EU Citizens’ Panel on Tackling Hatred 💬 https://link.europa.eu/bHVQrB

The climate crisis won’t wait. Neither will we. EU countries agreed on our new climate commitment under the Paris Agreement. At 🇧🇷 COP30, Europe stands united, committed to cutting net greenhouse gas emissions by 66.25–72.5% by 2035, compared to 1990 levels. Also, we agreed on a legally binding 2040 target of 90%, with a domestic reduction of 85% and up to 5% from international carbon credits. Ten years after Paris, we’re showing Europe delivers its climate promises, at home and globally.

New countries. New friends. New skills. New ideas. Erasmus+ applications are now open. We’ve got over €5 billion ready for organisations and partnerships to create opportunities to: 🌍 Study or train abroad 🤝 Join projects that make a difference 🚀 Build skills for the jobs you want 2026 is all about more mobility, more partnerships, and fresh ideas in schools. Your chance to learn, travel, and shape the future starts now. What’s holding you back? The time to check in 👉

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Commission announces over €5 billion in funding for skills under Erasmus+ 2026

Today, the European Commission has opened the Erasmus+ 2026 call for proposals, offering new funding opportunities in education, training, youth an...

239 researchers. 66 teams. Global reach. The new €684 million ERC Synergy Grants tackle some of the most challenging scientific questions across a broad range of fields. From DNA nanomachines and RNA therapies to Big Bang physics and climate resilience, these researchers will help crack science’s hardest puzzles. Europe is backing bold ideas for cutting-edge research. Because the future of research starts here. More 👉

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ERC Synergy Grants to fund 66 teams tackling major scientific challenges

How do you solve science’s toughest puzzles? By joining forces. Sixty-six research teams, bringing together 239 scientists, will receive a total ...

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🇪🇺 Europe for Culture. Culture for Europe. Culture connects us, strengthens communities, and sparks creativity and innovation. We’re launching a new vision for Europe’s cultural future: 🎨 Fair conditions for artists 🌍 Greater cultural access for all generations 🤝 Stronger international partnerships 💡 A creative sector ready for the digital age Culture keeps Europe strong, diverse & united. When Europe stands for culture, culture stands for Europe. More →

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Commission launches new Culture Compass for Europe

The Commission has presented its vision for a vibrant and integrated European cultural landscape with the launch of the Culture Compass for Europe....

Democracy is at the heart of Europe. But democracy needs care, especially when 70% of Europeans fear foreign interference in elections. Today we present the European Democracy Shield and the EU Strategy for Civil Society. Together, they'll make our democracies stronger, support independent media, and empower people and civil society to play an active role in shaping Europe’s future. Because empowered, engaged, and informed people are the heart of our democracy 💪 More: link.europa.eu/C7TDFT

Made in Europe. Protected by Europe. The latest products to join our EU quality schemes: 🇮🇹 Fragola della Basilicata 🇪🇸 Aceite del Somontano 🇷🇴 Cârnați din topor din Vâlcea 🇭🇺 Etyeki Pezsgő 🇭🇺 Füred 🇮🇹 Casauria 🇫🇷 Miel de tilleul de Picardie With over 3,600 registered Geographical Indications, our labels don’t just guarantee quality. These recognitions protect the origin, preserve authenticity, and sustain Europe’s rich culinary heritage. More →

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Daily News 11 \/ 11 \/ 2025

Commission welcomes political agreement on the CAP simplification package\nThe European Commission welcomes the political agreement reached today b...

🇪🇺🤝🇨🇭 Switzerland is in the European research game. The country is now part of Horizon Europe and the Euratom Research and Training Programme. This means Swiss researchers can join forces with European peers to push the boundaries in health, energy, and digital innovation. And the pace is up. ✅ Digital Europe and Euratom this year ✅ Fusion for Energy in 2026 ✅ Erasmus+ in 2027 ✅ EU4Health after From CERN to space, it's time to aim even higher. For all to benefit. 👉

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Switzerland joins Horizon Europe and other key EU research and innovation programmes

The European Union and Switzerland have signed the agreement on Switzerland\

🔙 Do you remember your internship? Traineeships give young people the chance to develop new skills, build friendships, and gain professional experience. They can also open doors abroad: 21% of European trainees completed their internship in another EU country. 🇪🇺 ✅Today, on International Interns Day, we highlight the importance of fair and inclusive conditions for interns, in line with our latest proposal to improve trainees’ rights.

The EU rulebook is getting even leaner😎 Next year, over half of our proposals will help to cut red tape, make EU laws clearer and easier to follow. From energy to taxation, we are streamlining to save you time and costs: ✅ Safer products, less paperwork, quicker services ☑️ €8.6 billion of savings for businesses each year It’s about making rules work even better, for everyone. 👉

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Commission work programme 2026

On 21 October 2026, the European Commission adopted the 2026 Commission work programme and its annexes