Promoting our European way of life

A Europe that protects must also stand up for justice and for the EU’s core values.

Threats to the rule of law challenge the legal, political and economic basis of our Union. President von der Leyen’s vision for a Union of equality, tolerance and social fairness is built upon the rule of law.

The Commission will launch a comprehensive European Rule of Law Mechanism under which it is to report every year, objectively, on the condition of the rule of law across the Union.

Strong borders, modernisation of the EU’s asylum system and cooperation with partner countries are important to achieve a fresh start on migration.

Policy areas

European Health Union
The European Commission is building a European Health Union, in which EU countries respond together to health crises, and patients receive the best possible care for diseases such as cancer.
European Security Union
Working with Member States and EU agencies to build an effective response to countering terrorism and radicalisation, organised crime and cyber threats.
Migrant Integration
Information on migrant integration and good practices
Judicial cooperation
Tackling crimes such as human trafficking, smuggling and corruption; creating a European area of justice by linking the different national legal systems.
Fundamental rights
Fighting discrimination and promoting gender equality, particularly by safeguarding the rule of law and fundamental rights.
Consumer protection
Protecting and empowering consumers by reinforcing the safety of goods, services and food; ensuring compliance of EU consumer rules.
New Pact on Migration and Asylum
A fresh start on migration in Europe
Statistics on migration to Europe
Statistical data regarding immigration, refugees and asylum-seekers in the European Union.
Rule of law
Rule of law guarantees fundamental rights and values, allows the application of EU law, and supports an investment-friendly business environment.