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A 4-member DEVE delegation will travel to the 4th Financing for Development Conference (FfD4) in Sevilla, from Monday 30th June to Wednesday 2nd July. The purpose of the delegation is to exchange views with all stakeholders, to provide political stimulus for far-reaching reforms of the international financial architecture, to help put financing for development on

Alternative dispute resolution (ADR) involves impartial, out-of-court bodies, such as conciliators, mediators, arbitrators, the ombudsmen and complaints boards, helping consumers and companies resolve issues amicably, in a fair and low-cost manner. The agreed rules aim to modernise the existing ADR rules for the digital economy, making it easier to resolve cross-border disputes and streamlining procedures

On the Middle East, President Metsola said: “What we are witnessing between Israel and Iran, and its potential spill over effects, is a litmus test for us all. The recent ceasefire deal marks a hopeful step forward.” She also stressed that: “Iran cannot acquire a nuclear bomb. That is a threat not just to the

The Internal Market and Consumer Protection Committee (IMCO) adopted its position on a revision of the EU package travel directive to enhance protection for travellers when a tour organiser goes bankrupt or unforeseen circumstances disrupt their holiday plans. The COVID-19 pandemic and the insolvency of Thomas Cook revealed weaknesses in the current rules. Refund rights,

MEPs from the Regional Development Committee broadly endorse, in a report adopted on Wednesday with 26 votes in favour, 10 against, and 5 abstentions, a Commission proposal to adapt the EU’s cohesion policy priorities in the period 2021–2027 while introducing some targeted changes to ensure that the main cohesion policy principles remain in place. New

MEPs and the Polish Presidency of the Council reached an informal agreement on Tuesday to extend the EU’s 2022 gas storage scheme until 31 December 2027, as it would otherwise have expired at the end of 2025. The provision is designed to ensure gas supply security ahead of the winter season. MEPs and Council also

On Tuesday, Transport and Tourism Committee proposed changes to EU passenger rights rules by 38 votes to two and two abstentions to close enforcement gaps and make sure passengers are better aware of their rights in the case of travel disruptions. Intermediaries The draft rules clarify the role of intermediaries (ticket vendors or retailers) in

Parliament’s co-rapporteurs Sandro Gozi (Renew, FR) from the Committee on Internal Market and Consumer Protection and Tiemo Wölken (S&D, DE) from the Committee on the Environment, Climate and Food Safety will react to the developments today at 15.15 at a press conference where they will explain their position and answer questions. When: Monday, 23 June

United Arab Emirates (All Times Local) 09:40 President Metsola meets with the Speaker of the Federal National Council, Saqr Ghobash 11:00 President Metsola delivers a speech at the Federal National Council 13:45 President Metsola meets with the Gulf Cooperation Council Speakers Source