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RSS![Visit of Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, to Czechia](https://commission.europa.eu/sites/default/files/styles/oe_theme_ratio_3_2_medium/avportal/P-064297/00-02.jpg?itok=jg7FTsup)
President Ursula von der Leyen was in Prague on Friday, where she participated to the GLOBSEC Forum 2024 where she addressed EU's energy security and defence spending. She also received the Czech and Slovak Transatlantic Award granted by GLOBSEC.
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A key benefit of EU citizenship is the EU’s principle of free movement of workers.
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The EU has set an ambitious goal to make Europe the most connected continent by 2030, so everyone can enjoy the opportunities that the digital transition brings.
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As Ukraine today celebrates its Independence Day, the EU is reconfirming its unwavering support to the country as it defends itself against Russia, for as long as it takes.
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The EU plays a key role in supporting and promoting culture across EU countries, recognising its importance to society, the economy and international relations.
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August 19 marks World Humanitarian Day, which is an opportunity to celebrate the indispensable and tireless life-saving efforts of aid workers worldwide.
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Have you noticed anything different about the caps on plastic bottles lately?
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The European Commission's Health Emergency Preparedness and Response Authority, HERA, will procure and donate 175,420 doses of the only FDA and EMA-approved mpox vaccine, as an immediate response to the mpox outbreak in Africa.
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The production of twelve amphibious firefighting planes to make up the permanent rescEU fleet has been launched following agreements signed by a number of EU Member States with the Canadian Commercial Corporation.
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Young people eager to work with EU institutions, bodies or agencies have numerous options to gain valuable experience.