The European Parliament is an important forum for political debate and decision-making at the EU level.
EU candidate status: lead MEP welcomes Council decision
(Source: European Parliament)
Statement of the Chair of the Committee on Foreign Affairs on the European Council ‘s decision of 23 June 2022 on the EU membership applications of Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia
David McAllister (EPP, DE) made the following statement on Thursday, after the announcement of the decision of the European […]
It’s time: EU candidate status will strenghten Ukraine and Europe – Metsola
(Source: European Parliament)
This is a moment where we must remain together. Addressing EU leaders, EP President Metsola spoke also on climate, energy, inflation and the war’s social and economic impact.
European Parliament President Roberta Metsola remarks at the European Council of 23 and 24 June 2022, Brussels.
These months have not been easy. We […]
European Health Union: deal on stronger cross-border cooperation
(Source: European Parliament)
Reinforced cooperation among EU bodies and countries during public health emergencies
Improved prevention, preparedness and response planning at EU and national levels
Clearer rules for joint procurement of medicines and medical devices
Finalisation of first Health Union package based on lessons learned from COVID-19 pandemic
Parliament and Council reached a provisional agreement on how […]
President of Zambia to European Parliament: “Zambia is back in business”
(Source: European Parliament)
In his address to MEPs , Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema thanked Parliament for its support, advocated closer relations with the EU and condemned the war against Ukraine.
Introducing President Hichilema EP President Roberta Metsola said Zambia stands as an example of a mature democracy for the whole of the African continent. […]
EU Parliament Committees
Members of Parliament are grouped into a number of specialized standing Committees to prepare for plenary sessions of Parliament. Therefore the Parliament’s political and legislative work is carried out by the 20 committees and three subcommittees. A committee is consisted of a chair, a bureau, and a secretariat, and is made up of 25 to […]
EU Parliament Delegations
The European Parliament’s delegations are official groups of Members who build ties to countries, regions or organizations outside the European Union (EU), together with the Foreign Affairs, Development, and International Trade Committees. They provide specific expertise by using practical knowledge and political understanding of situations in the countries and regions for which they are responsible.
There […]
Political groups in the European Parliament
The members of the European Parliament and their political parties share similar values and agendas. Therefore, they act on the basis of their political affinity rather than nationality. The European Parliament Chamber is divided into specified seating zones for each group. Some members do not belong to any political group and there is a separate […]
Compendium of the main legal acts related to the Rules of Procedure
(Source European Parliament)
A- MEMBERS ELECTION AND STATUTE
2 Protocol No 7 on the privileges and immunities of the European Union (PDF – 132 KB)