The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) takes the initiative to endorse the values enshrined in the 2024 Games in Paris, from the civil society perspective.
La panne informatique qui est survenue récemment a semé le chaos dans le secteur des transports et des entreprises du monde entier et a montré à quel point il importe de ne pas dépendre à l’excès de la technologie. Les avantages de la transition énergétique numérique ne doivent pas nous faire oublier le revers de la médaille, à savoir les risques et enjeux qu’elle comporte. La protection des consommateurs et le soutien des travailleurs doivent rester en tête de nos priorités.
Five years after its creation, the European Commission’s annual Rule of Law Report has become a cornerstone of the EU’s response to the serious challenges Member States face in the area of justice, media pluralism and freedom, anti-corruption, and checks and balances. The EESC president and the Fundamental Rights and Rule of Law (FRRL) Group presidency reiterate the EESC’s full backing for this tool, but also highlight potential improvements that could make it more inclusive and efficient.
The European Union’s upcoming enlargement is poised to be a transformative event. It faces pressing global challenges, such as a new geopolitical environment, climate change and the just transitions in energy and environmental policies. The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) calls for meticulous preparation on both sides and for adherence to EU values as new members join.
On 17 July, the President of the European Economic and Social Committee, Oliver Röpke signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the African Union Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC), represented by Presiding ECOSOCC Officer Khalid Boudali. The memorandum strengthens cooperation between the EU and Afriican Union civil societies on promoting economic and social development, enhancing civil society engagement, and fostering sustainable development, reaffirming the African Union’s strategic partnership with EU and promoting renewed democratic dialogue.
Le Comité économique et social européen (CESE) a adopté un avis sur la communication de la Commission sur les matériaux avancés, dans lequel il demande instamment l’élaboration d’une stratégie globale visant à renforcer les capacités de l’Union européenne dans ce secteur critique. Le CESE déplore le défaut de financement, d’objectifs quantifiables et d’indicateurs de durabilité.
From 15 to 17 July, an EESC delegation is participating in the High-Level Political Forum in New York – a pivotal event for the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) implementation. The HLPF in July 2024 will be the first HLPF under the auspices of ECOSOC after the 2023 SDG Summit. The 2024 HLPF will support the implementation of the Political Declaration and other outcomes of the SDG Summit for advancing the 2030 Agenda and the SDGs.
The ageing of the population that is affecting all European countries will mean an increase in the number of older people and, consequently, in the number of people affected by some form of disability. The European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) calls on the Commission to put the topic of informal carers high on the political agenda and to establish a platform for the exchange of best practices among Member States.
Only nine EU countries criminalise forced sterilisation as a distinct offence, while 13 allow it to be performed on persons with disabilities – and in three of those countries that includes minors. When it comes to the sexual and reproductive health rights of women with disabilities, the EU is far from being a union of equality, an EESC hearing revealed
The Presidency of the EESC's Fundamental Rights and Rule of Law Group (FRRL) is deeply concerned about the imminent risk of extradition from Serbia to Belarus of journalist Andrey Gnyot (Андрей Гнёт).
