On December 21, 2020, a new communications code was introduced in the European Union with hopes of harmonising the legal framework for electronic communications. However, the Australian government and …
Europe launches mass vaccination program as countries race to contain new variant
Yesterday, the European Union began its Covid-19 vaccination program after approving the Pfizer and BioNTech vaccine on December 21. The vaccine has now been delivered to all EU countries, according …
Pfizer-BioNTech Covid-19 Vaccine Is Cleared for Use by EU Drug Agency
The Pfizer and BioNTech Covid-19 vaccine has been cleared by the European Union, a major step for Europe in combatting the pandemic. Europe has been battling with economic hardship and a deadly winter …
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UK and EU extend Brexit talks to Sunday
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and British Prime Minister Boris Johnson have decided to extend Brexit trade talks until Sunday following an extensive in-person discussion in …
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EU Agrees on Tighter Rules for Surveillance Tech Exports
On Monday, the European Union agreed to implement stricter regulations on the sale and export of cyber-surveillance technology. EU lawmakers reached a deal on new restrictions for dual-use goods like …
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UN and EU slam Israel after West Bank demolition leaves 73 Palestinians homeless
The United Nations and the European Union have heavily condemned the demolition of a large portion of a Palestinian community on behalf of the Israeli military. The community, which is located in the …
EU to Sanction Russia Over Poisoning and Belarus Leader Over Crackdown
On Monday, the European Union agreed to impose sanctions on Russian officials after the poisoning of opposition leader Alexei Navalny with a nerve agent known as Novichok. The sanctions will target …
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Post-Brexit Digital Economy at Risk After EU Court Ruling
In the UK, the digital economy is at high risk following a European Union court ruling stating that bulk collection or retention regimes in the UK, France, and Belgium must be brought within EU law. …
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EU Leaders Agree to Adopt Sanctions on Belarus Officials
Early this morning, the European Union reached a deal to advance sanctions on Belarus Officials, excluding current President Alexander Lukashenko. The sanctions will target roughly 40 people allegedly …
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EU Hardens Stance Toward Belarus Leader Amid Talks on Sanctions
Among members of the EU, opposition to Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko is growing as the organization looks to toughen its response to the country's current political crisis that ensued after the …
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