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Informal meeting of the Ministers for Economic and Financial Affairs and Central Bank Governors (22-23 May)

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Foreign Affairs Council (Development)

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On 12th May 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen participated in the European Summit on Artificial Intelligence and Children. The President gave a keynote speech in which she highlighted Europe's urgent need to protect children in the digital age, addressing both the opportunities and severe risks—such as mental health harms, addiction, and exploitation—posed by social media and AI-driven business models that prioritise profit over child safety.

We are pleased to introduce our new broadcast studio, designed to provide media with high-quality technical support and facilitate interviews with Commissioners in a professional setting. For more info please contact: COMM PLANNING AUDIOVISUAL Planning-Audiovisual@ec.europa.eu

Annually on 9th May, the European Union celebrates Europe day. The EU opens its doors to the public across its member states. It is Europe's moment – and a chance for the public to go behind the scenes, find out how the Commission works, and see inside one of the most iconic buildings of the European institutions: the Berlaymont.

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The European Citizens’ Panels have been nominated for the European Ombudsman’s “Award for Good Administration” 2026 (project #22). For those who know the project—or were part of it—this nomination reflects the time, engagement, and commitment invested in bringing citizens’ voices into the European policymaking process. Should you wish to support this recognition, you are kindly invited to vote for project #22.

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On 29th April 2026, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen participated in the European Parliament plenary debate on the EU strategy in response to the ongoing Middle East crisis, its implications on energy prices and the availability of fertilizers.

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