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56th UACES Annual Conference in Prague, CZ | UACES We are delighted to welcome you to Prague for the 56th UACES Annual Conference 2026.

It's time for #UACES2026 proposals!

Delighted to be leading on the L&T track, so do come with your ideas for papers, panels, workshops, interactive sessions for Prague

www.uaces.org/prague

A graphic with a large white number '1' and the text 'year' above 'von der Leyen II Commission' on a blue background with orange trim. The European Commission logo is in the top left corner.

Europe is working to turn its ambition into reality.

In last year, we’ve been working for a stronger, greener, and more competitive Europe. ↓

The text on the visual reads 'EU budget 2026. €192.8 billion in commitment and €190.1 billion in payments'.

Today, the Council adopted the EU’s 2026 annual budget, featuring:

💶 €192.8 billion in commitments
💶 €190.1 billion in payments

Get all the details below 👇

🔗 link.europa.eu/VfHrDw

#EUBudget2026

Lib Dems to force vote on creating new customs union with EU Ed Davey’s party believes the move is the best way to ‘turbocharge’ economy, rather than tax rises

Lib Dems to force vote on creating new customs union with EU

Military 4x4 vehicle being loaded onto a train by personnel in high-visibility vests. A sun flare is visible from the left. Overlaid text reads: "EU'S GAME CHANGER FOR MILITARY MOBILITY," with the European Union flag in the corner.

We are making Europe ready to move where and when it matters most.

The EU’s Military Mobility Package put forward today ensures troops and equipment can be deployed fast and critical infrastructure stays secure.

Security starts with readiness ↓

link.europa.eu/FFdWvC

CJEU, Spanish amnesty law II

Advocate-General's opinion: Spanish amnesty for Catalan independence movement does not breach EU anti-terrorism law - curia.europa.eu/jcms/upload/...

A dark blue, abstract digital graphic representing global connectivity and data networks. It features white lines connecting various points, forming a distorted globe shape on the right, surrounded by scattered numbers and statistics. Overlaid on the bottom, in large white text, is "GIGABIT INFRASTRUCTURE ACT" followed by the subtitle, "Facilitating the rollout of very high-capacity networks." The European Commission logo, in white, is in the bottom right corner.

The Gigabit Infrastructure Act enters into effect today, tackling network deployment challenges when delivering faster and reliable connectivity in the EU.

▪️ More infrastructure sharing
▪️ Lower costs & simpler procedures
▪️ Faster fibre & 5G rollout

link.europa.eu/xnXvxg

Text reads: “Europe is the birthplace of democracy. But we need to nurture it.” Several raised hands hold an EU flag. Caption: “Source: Eurobarometer, May 2025.” European Commission logo in the corner.

Text reads: “49% say there is growing public distrust towards democratic institutions and processes.” Below, a grey hand holds an orange pie chart. Caption: “Source: Eurobarometer, May 2025.” European Commission logo in the corner.

Text reads: “79% worry about voters basing decisions on disinformation.” A grey hand drops a bright pink ballot into a voting box. Caption: “Source: Eurobarometer, May 2025.” European Commission logo in the corner.

Text reads: “56% are satisfied with media freedom, independence and pluralism.” A grey hand holds a green microphone. Caption: “Source: Eurobarometer, May 2025.” European Commission logo in the corner.

The EU is built on the foundation of democracy. 🇪🇺

But democracy needs care and renewal, especially when 70% of Europeans fear foreign interference in elections.

Today we present the European Democracy Shield and the EU Strategy for Civil Society.

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A fairer Europe for all.

Today marks the first day of Gender Equality Week 2025 at the European Parliament!

Ahead of the week's activities, take a listen to what Parliament Vice President Antonella Sberna and Lina Gálvez, chair of the women’s rights committee, have to say 👇

Graphic: Friday in the House of Lords

🕚 The situation in Ukraine is on the agenda in #HouseOfLords from 10am today.

Members speaking include a former Secretary General of Nato, plus former senior diplomats, national security advisors and chiefs of the defence staff.

We must make 2026 Europe's independence moment.

This is at the core of our 2026 Work Programme ↓

link.europa.eu/wNGnwX

Graphic with a blue background showing a stylized shield made of connected white dots on the left. On the right, white text reads ‘Protect peace, strengthen defence’. The European Union flag appears in the bottom right corner.

Protecting Europe starts with being ready. 🛡️🇪🇺

We’re seeking to strengthen defence to keep everyone in our Union safe.

Throwback to my undergraduate days

This is such a big deal and Dagmar is the perfect person for the job - her expertise on TGM are unmatched in the field.

🔴 Starting at 9.00 - Opening of today’s plenary session in Strasbourg

First item on the agenda: Statement by President of the Commission Ursula von der Leyen

State of the European Union

📺 Watch LIVE ⤵️

europa.eu/!Yv79dB

🔴 Starting NOW - plenary debate with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas

Gaza at breaking point: EU action to combat famine, the urgent need to release hostages and move towards a two-state solution

📺 Watch LIVE ⤵️

europa.eu/!Yv79dB

🔴Starting NOW - opening of the 8-11 September plenary session in Strasbourg by @president.europarl.europa.eu Roberta Metsola.

📺 Watch live here ⤵️

europa.eu/!Yv79dB

From Brexit to Brexitism. New post starting the 10th year of my now retitled Brexit & Brexitism Blog, analysing the current politics of Brexit, this summer's confected crisis, and the new terrain of post-Brexit politics. Long read: chrisgreybrexitblog.blogspot.com/2025/09/from... 1/2

Watch HR/VP @kajakallas.bsky.social s deliver her keynote speech at the 2025 EUISS Annual Conference live on YouTube ⬇️

A plane carrying Ursula von der Leyen was forced to land in Bulgaria using paper maps after suspected Russian GPS jamming disabled all navigation systems at Plovdiv Airport, Financial Times reports. The aircraft circled for an hour before landing manually.

YouTube video by Conversations with Bill Kristol Anne Applebaum: Ukraine, Europe, Trump, and the Danger of Authoritarianism

NEW. A wide-ranging and I think very instructive conversation with @anneapplebaum.bsky.social on Ukraine, Europe, Trump, and the danger of authoritarianism.

youtu.be/F8yzpfxOm6o?...

The Emergency Alerts system is used to warn if there’s a danger to life nearby, including extreme weather. Regular testing ensures the system is functioning correctly, should it need to be used in a life-threatening emergency.

Find out more at gov.uk/alerts.

Commission slams US censorship attacks on EU tech laws as ‘nonsense’ Commission spokesperson signals an exasperated change of tone in Brussels after repeated US attacks on the EU's digital rulebook

Commission slams US censorship attacks on EU tech laws as ‘nonsense’

🚀✨🛰️ AI in action for space! Discover exciting research projects using artificial intelligence to support space missions and better understand space objects: europa.eu/!v3gNft

Stay tuned on our AI in Science Strategy!

#AIinScience #Science4EU

🌱 Bruegel Annual Meetings: Coalitions for global green action
📆 3 September | 12:00-13:15 CET

🗣️ @tagliapietra.bsky.social, Francesca Gostinelli, @pisaniferry.bsky.social, @teresaribera.ec.europa.eu @ec.europa.eu, @laurencetubiana.bsky.social & @wederdim.bsky.social @cepr.org

🔗 buff.ly/DEar8cx

Blue graphic background featuring an outline of Lady Justice holding scales and a sword. Large white and yellow text reads: “Rule of law at the heart of the EU budget.” In the bottom right corner, the EU flag logo is displayed.

In our proposal for the next long-term EU budget, respect for the rule of law will remain a must.

With robust safeguards and clear conditionalities, we aim to ensure that EU funds strengthen democracy, fundamental rights and Union values.

#ThePowerOfTogether

Today’s EU-US Joint Statement secures the best possible terms for EU companies and consumers:

➡️ the EU is the only partner worldwide with an all-inclusive tariff ceiling
➡️ exclusive guarantee on tariff limit for pharmaceutical and semiconductors sectors

Predictability for our companies & consumers.

Stability in the largest trading partnership in the world.

And security for European jobs & economic growth in the long-term.

This EU-US trade deal delivers for our citizens & companies, and strengthens transatlantic relations.

europa.eu/!tqNkQR

Žádné velké překvapení – podle Volební kalkulačky bych, kdybych mohl volit v Česku, volil Piráty. Jsem přece (alespoň podle dcery) ‚chin-stroking centrist‘… :)

The Reality of UK Services Trade Post-Brexit  - British Chambers of Commerce The services sector represents 80% of UK output, but LSE research indicates a 16% drop in services exports to key EU markets affected by Brexit trade barriers.

“The services sector is our most important economic asset, accounting for 80% of total UK output.  However, the latest research by London School of Economics (LSE) shows that services exports have declined by around 16% in the EU markets most affected by Brexit-related trade barriers. “