B&K Newsletter: European Media Freedom Act
In this week’s newsletter, we will dive deep into the European Media Freedom Act, which officially enters into force on March 7th, 2024. European Media Freedom Act: Safeguarding Democracy in the Digital Age In an era where information flows ceaselessly through digital channels, the European Union has taken a significant step forward in protecting the […]
B&K Newsletter: The Spitzenkandidaten system
The Spitzenkandidaten system was introduced in 2014 when the EU held its first vote after the entry into force of the Treaty of Lisbon, which clarified how the president of the European Commission was to be appointed. The idea behind the system of Spitzenkandidaten was to dispel the obscurity that traditionally surrounded the selection process […]
B&K Newsletter: This week’s (Last) Plenary Session
In today’s edition, we are reviewing the implications of the crucial votes of the last plenary session of this legislature and offer the latest regarding the EU-China (troubled) relationship. This week’s (Last) Plenary Session This week, Strasbourg hosted the last plenary session of this legislature for the European Parliament. Outgoing MEPs didn’t want to leave […]
B&K Newsletter: Hot midweek elections in Croatia
Apart from the already delightful weather, Croatia will face legislative elections on Wednesday that have the potential to turn from “warm” to “hot” in a blink. Voters will be called to the polls in elections to determine the political future of conservative Prime Minister Andrej Plenkovic, who has been in office in Zagreb for almost […]
B&K Newsletter: What’s at stake in EU’s decision to investigate China’s energy subsidies
In today’s edition, we analyse the implications of the recent decision of the EU to investigate China’s subsidies to the wind energy sector. When things get rough In a world increasingly shaped by the imperatives of sustainable development and renewable energy, the global wind energy sector is a pivotal arena for economic competition and technological […]
B&K Newsletter: Tech Giants and DMA. Is it possible to get a fine balance?
In today’s edition, we are taking a closer look at the Commission’s investigation into tech giants’ compliance with the Digital Markets Act obligations. Enjoy! A fine balance On 25 March, the European Commission launched a series of investigations into the compliance of tech giants with the Digital Markets Act (DMA). These investigations target Alphabet (Google), […]
B&K Newsletter: Is the EU ready to face a resurgence of ISIS on the Old Continent?
In today’s edition, we analyse the European Union’s preparedness for the resurgence of terrorism on the Old Continent and of cyberattacks before June’s elections. Enjoy! Is the EU ready to face a resurgence of ISIS on the Old Continent? Last week, Europe was awakened by a terror attack perpetrated by the Islamic State in a […]
B&K Newsletter: European Defence Headache
Busy week in Brussels. Let’s put some order into the main discussions on the agenda. Enjoy! European Defence Headache Leaders from the 27 are gathering in Brussels to discuss ways to speed up (meaning, who pays what) the European defence system. Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House, but most importantly, the perspective of […]
B&K Newsletter: The Greek stress test for the GDPR
In today’s edition, we bring you across Greece, Portugal, and Germany. Enjoy the journey! The Greek stress test for the GDPR The independent Greek Data Protection Authority initiated an inquiry following complaints from Greek expatriate voters regarding unsolicited pre-election emails sent by centre-right MEP Anna-Michelle Asimakopoulou (EPP). The incident has triggered a significant discussion in […]
B&K Newsletter: The Nature Restoration Law. How we got there and what to expect
In today’s edition, we analyse the nature restoration law, a piece of legislation crucial for this Commission’s green agenda but has had a winding political path so far. Enjoy! The Nature Restoration Law: how we got there and what to expect Following weeks of intense debate and protests from various factions, the European Parliament approved […]