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Including persons with disabilities in the development of new technologies and AI – possibilities, challenges, risks and opportunities DG CNECT – Executive Vice-President VIRKKUNEN
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The European Union's strategic approach to the Black Sea region
Report on the country visit to Albania – 2-3 April 2025 and Authorities’ observations on the report
The report relays the views of Albanian civil society on freedom of association, freedom of assembly, the rule of law. This report has been communicated to the Albanian authorities, which in turn submitted their reply.
Cillian Lohan is the new President of the EESC's Civil Society Organisations' Group. The Group appointed the environmentalist for the 2025-2028 term. The election took place on 21 October, during the group's first meeting following the Committee's renewal. Watch the interview with the new President!
Cillian Lohan is the new President of the EESC's Civil Society Organisations' Group. The Group appointed the environmentalist for the 2025-2028 term. The election took place on 21 October, during the group's first meeting following the Committee's renewal. Watch the interview with the new President!