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Every year, the Commission assesses the state of play and the progress made by the countries seeking to join the European Union. The reports also provide guidance on key reform priorities for each country.
The European Economic and Social Committee has laid out a bold vision for transforming the EU's agriculture, fisheries, and food systems to better withstand crises while ensuring sustainability. It envisions a food system that is competitive, crisis-proof, and aligned with EU environmental goals.
A global operation, supported by Eurojust, has led to the takedown of servers of infostealers, a type of malware used to steal personal data and conduct cybercrimes worldwide. With millions targeted, it was one of the largest malware platforms globally. Learn more.
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The common principles and values that underlie life in the EU: freedom, democracy, equality and the rule of law, promoting peace and stability.
Discover the EU’s priorities for 2024-2029, promoting a free and democratic Europe, developing a strong and secure Europe, establishing a prosperous and competitive Europe.
Find out how many EU Member States there are, how big the EU economy is, how people live in the EU, and other useful facts about the EU.
Discover what the EU does for citizens, how it protects rights, promotes prosperity and strives to make the world a safer place.
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