At its April plenary session, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) adopted a key opinion, outlining a broad strategy to address the ongoing cost-of-living crisis and strengthen the EU’s long-term economic and social resilience. Focused on the economic aspects, this opinion is among the first to be adopted in a wider set of coordinated recommendations to address the cost-of-living crisis, to be unveiled over the coming months.
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) will open its doors to the public for its traditional Open Day on Saturday 10 May 2025 from 10:00 to 18:00.
On 9 May, Europeans will celebrate Europe Day. 2025 marks the 75th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration, which laid the foundations for the European Union and paved the way for an unprecedented era of prosperity, peace, democracy, solidarity and cooperation in Europe.
At its April 2025 plenary session, the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) adopted an opinion that aims to reshape how the EU’s economic governance works, putting people and participation at its core. The EESC wants national and EU-level economic decisions to better reflect real-life needs, and to be built on inclusive dialogue with civil society, trade unions and employers’ organisations.
To safeguard its democratic and social model based on freedom, equality and inclusion, the EU must resist attempts to water down its pioneering legislation regulating digital space
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) has launched work on a major package of recommendations to tackle the cost-of-living crisis, starting with four new opinions adopted at its April plenary session. This marks the first block in a series of eight opinions, each developed by a different EESC section and focused on a specific aspect of the crisis — from economic fallout to social cohesion, employment, sustainability, and more.
The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) is calling for a comprehensive EU strategy to speed up the move away from fossil fuels and the adoption of cleaner, renewable and affordable alternatives. This change will help the environment, make Europe more energy-independent, and create new business opportunities and jobs.
Are you making a difference in the organic sector? Don’t miss your chance to be recognized! The EU Organic Awards are still open for applications , but the deadline is fast approaching: 27 April 2025.
These awards celebrate excellence across the organic value chain, from farmers and food businesses to cities and bio-districts. It’s your opportunity to highlight your impact, gain visibility, and inspire others working toward a more sustainable food system.
As the EU is looking to expand its circle of key partners against a backdrop of uncertainty over transatlantic relations, India seems a perfect ally, being the largest formal democracy in the world, with market and economic growth (including in green technology) that represent a valuable opportunity for EU companies. The World Bank expects India to overtake Japan and Germany and emerge as the world’s third-largest economy by 2030.
