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Published in 20-03-2007 by CFSP Présidence finlandaise - Le Groupe PPE-DE rencontre la Présidence du Conseil et les Dirigeants du Parti Kokoomus à Helsinki La Présidence du Groupe PPE-DE au Parlement européen, conduite par le Président du Groupe Hans-Gert Poettering, rencontrera la Présidence du Conseil de l'Union européenne jeudi 31 août 2006 à Helsinki. La Présidence du Groupe PPE-DE rencontrera également les Dirigeants du Parti Kokoomus (Parti de Coalition nationale) présidé par Jyrki Katainen. Published in 03-09-2006 by Elmar Brok (EPP-ED/CDU): Nuclear power row: Iran's answer is insufficient "Iran's refusal of the international Community's compromise package on its nuclear power programme is not acceptable", said Elmar Brok MEP, Chairman of the European Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, in a first reaction today in Brussels. Published in 30-08-2006 by Invitation to a Press Conference The Chairman of the EPP-ED Group in the European Parliament, Hans-Gert Poettering, after the summer break will hold a press conference. Published in 28-08-2006 by EPP-ED Group Lebanon - cease-fire must be used to implement UN resolution. Elmar Brok MEP and Karl von Wogau MEP The Chairman of the European Parliament's Committee for Foreign Affairs, Elmar Brok (EPP-ED/DE), and the Chairman of the Sub-Committee for Security and Defence, Karl von Wogau (EPP-ED/DE), have welcomed the unanimous adoption of the UN Resolution on Lebanon by the Security Council... Published in 15-08-2006 by EPP-ED Middle East - EU must actively contribute to stabilization. Elmar Brok MEP In today's plenary debate on the situation in Palestine, Elmar Brok, Chairman of the European Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, has called for a de-escalation strategy in the current conflict about the kidnapped Israeli soldier Gilat Schalit. Brok requested the Palestinian government to actively push for Mr. Schalit's release. Published in 05-07-2006 by Elmar Brok MEP Northern Cyprus - High-level Contact Group Visit on 2 and 3 June - Françoise Grossetête MEP (UMP, EPP-ED, F), Coordinator The High-level Contact Group for Relations with the Turkish-Cypriot community in the northern part of the island, chaired by Françoise Grossetête MEP, Vice-Chair of the EPP-ED Group in the European Parliament, will have meetings in Cyprus on 2 and 3 June 2006. Published in 05-06-2006 by Hans-Gert Poettering urges Beijing to open up dialogue with the Vatican The Chairman of the EPP-ED-Group in the European Parliament, Hans-Gert Poettering (CDU), has strongly urged the Chinese leadership on the occasion of political discussions in Peking to open up a constructive dialogue with the Vatican... Published in 27-05-2006 by EPP-ED Press Service Referendum in Montenegro : result to be respected, both countries to look ahead now. Doris Pack MEP (EVP-ED/CDU) Doris Pack, Chairwoman of the European Parliament's delegation to South-Eastern Europe, has welcomed the result of the independence referendum in Montenegro and rejected all doubts concerning its outcome: "The final result of 55.4 per cent in favour of Montenegro's independence as confirmed today fulfills the threshold set by the European Union without any doubt... Published in 27-05-2006 by Büro Doris Pack MdEP EPP-ED Highlights (22 - 24 May 2006) EPP-ED Highlights for this week... Published in 27-05-2006 by EPP-ED Press Service Referendum in Montenegro: result to be respected, both countries to look ahead now Doris Pack, Chairwoman of the European Parliament's delegation to South-Eastern Europe, has welcomed the result of the independence referendum in Montenegro and rejected all doubts concerning its outcome: "The final result of 55.4 per cent in favour of Montenegro's independence as confirmed today fulfills the threshold set by the European Union without any doubt. Published in 22-05-2006 by Doris Pack MEP Commission: Romania and Bulgaria can join EU in 2007 if they resolve remaining failings Commission President José Manuel Barroso and Enlargement Commissioner Olli Rehn announced to Parliament that Bulgaria and Romania should be able to join the EU on 1 January 2007 if they take action to address a number of outstanding problems. The Commission will make a new report in October on whether that target date can be met. Published in 17-05-2006 by European Parliement EPP-ED Study days: Globalisation - EU has to choose between whining or winning Continuing the EPP-ED Group Study Days in Rome, yesterday afternoon's session was dedicated to the topic of "Europe Facing Globalisation". Chairing this part session, EPP-ED Vice-President Marianne Thyssen MEP underlined in her opening statement the necessity of ensuring the implementation of European values and identity in a globalised world. Published in 31-03-2006 by EPP-ED Press Service EPP-ED Study days Rome: Future of Europe should reconfirm common values In the framework of the theme "Europe from Division to Unity; Values and Identity" several speakers reflected on the underpinning principles of Europe , its past and its future. The new vision of Europe that emerged from the divisions of World War II signal a reconfirmation of values shared by all the European states and lie at the roots of our identity. Published in 31-03-2006 by EPP-ED Group ROME: EPP-ED STUDY DAYS: 29-30 MARCH 2006. EPP CONGRESS: 30-31 MARCH 2006 The EPP-ED Study Days and the EPP Congress will be held in the Rome Cavalieri Hilton hotel from 29 to 31 March next. Published in 21-03-2006 by EPP-ED Press Office Presentation of the EPP-ED Yearbook 2005 Hans-Gert Poettering, Chairman of the EPP-ED Group in the European Parliament, has the pleasure of inviting you to a reception on the occasion of the presentation of the Group's yearbook, covering key political achievements and important events during 2005. Published in 06-03-2006 by EPP-ED Press Service SME UNION's President Leitl welcomes vote on services directive: "Reason has prevailed" SME UNION's President Christoph Leitl welcomes today's vote of the European Parliament on the services directive: "Notwithstanding the unfounded fears that have been stoked by various groups and politicians during the past weeks and months, MEPs have allowed reason and a sense of proportion to prevail. Published in 16-02-2006 by SME Union Exploring the Impact of Migration within the EU: How can we harness our talents? On the 27, 28 and 29 November in Dunblane (Scotland), the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC), in cooperation with the Scottish Executive, will be organising a conference on the theme of immigration. The main aim of the conference is to explore the nature and impact of migration across the EU. Published in 25-11-2005 by EESC Press Office Council of Europe Secretary General reacts to the result of the French referendum In reaction to the result of the French referendum, Terry Davis, Secretary General of the Council of Europe, made today the following statement (...) Published in 01-06-2005 by Council of Europe Press Division Congress President welcomes European Parliament approval of the entry of Bulgaria and Romania into the European Union in 2007 Giovanni Di Stasi, President of the Council of Europe's Congress, welcomes the European Parliament's decision to approve the entry of Bulgaria and Romania into the European Union in 2007. Published in 14-04-2005 by European Parliament "Your Europe" Portal: First step to EU wide E-government Where should I register my company in Germany? What do I need to know about taxes in Slovakia? And how do I find out more about EU's funding schemes? The European Commission in a close co-operation with national administrations decided to work together to facilitate the increasing mobility of enterprises and to launch a new portal "Your Europe" in order to answer similar questions from businesses all over Europe. Published in 07-03-2005 by Europa.eu.int NO FUTURE EUROPE WITHOUT YOUNG PEOPLE The European Youth Forum is calling on the EU to make every effort to inform its citizens, especially the young, about the European Constitution and what it will mean for them. Published in 18-01-2005 by The European Youth Forum Hans-Gert Poettering welcomes the allocation of tasks in the new Commission The Chairman of the EPP-ED Group in the European Parliament, Hans-Gert Poettering, has welcomed the distribution of portfolios inside the future European Commission by its President, Mr. José Manuel Barroso. Published in 16-08-2004 by EPP-ED Press Divission Political prisoners: "Azerbaijan to pursue its efforts" says Council of Europe Secretary General, following publication of his experts' final report On 13 of July 2004, Council of Europe Secretary General, Walter Schwimmer, made public a report on cases of alleged political prisoners in Azerbaijan prepared by his Experts, Professors Stefan Trechsel and Evert Alkema (see document SG/Inf (2004). Published in 16-07-2004 by The Council of Europe Generation Europe launches second pan-European survey of youth opinion on European politics Generation Europe, Europe's leading online community and discussion platform for 19-29 year olds, this week launches the second in a series of online surveys designed to assess young peoples' attitudes to the coming European Parliament elections and European politics in general. Published in 08-06-2004 by Matt Morrell The Council of Europe online: events The Council of Europe announces the latest events on it's website. Published in 04-04-2004 by The Council of Europe Press Divission Large majority backs revision of EPP-ED Group Statute. Hans-Gert Poettering, EPP-ED Group Chairman The EPP-ED Group today voted by a large majority to revise its internal statute. "The changes we have agreed mean that the Group is now prepared for EU enlargement and the challenges we will face after the European elections in June", EPP-ED Chairman Hans-Gert Poettering said following the vote taken during today's group meeting in Strasbourg. Published in 01-04-2004 by EPP-ED Group Georgian parliamentary election demonstrates continued progress Tbilisi, 29.03.2004 - The 28 March Parliamentary election in Georgia demonstrated commendable progress in relation to previous elections. The Georgian authorities have seized the opportunity in the last few months to bring Georgia's election process in closer alignment with European standards for democratic elections. Published in 30-03-2004 by Human rights situation in Kosovo The Committee on Legal Affairs and Human Rights of the Council of Europe's Parliamentary Assembly is to hold a hearing on the human rights situation in Kosovo in Paris (Council of Europe Office, 55 avenue Kléber) on Tuesday 16 March 2004. Published in 12-03-2004 by Parliamentary Assembly Communication Unit Act4europe Toolkit EP elections 2004 is a crucial European year: Accession, new Commission, and particuarly a new European Parliament to directly represent 450 million people in Europe. Many organisations will want to engage in the election process one way or the other. Act4europe has therefore now published its third NGO toolkit: The NGO toolkit for the European Parliament Election. Published in 09-03-2004 by Markus Held and Nico Beger SME-Union Nesletter (issue 48, 16-2-2004) The EPP Congress and the Lunch of Honour, February 4-5, 2004, Brussels Published in 22-02-2004 by Putting Entrepreneurship in the heart of the European Parliament election campaign as the key to Europe's success Today we are facing one of the greatest historical challenges - the fifth enlargement of the European Union. Realising the magnitude and complexity of this process, we must be prepared not only for the delivery of new benefits, but also for the transformation and competitiveness of our market. Published in 15-02-2004 by Presentation of the Special Recognition Awards to a distinguished group of MEPs We are all aware of how rapidly the economy is changing the world in which we live. Attitudes and motivation, economic processes and structures, public perceptions and policy orientations are all constantly being redefined. This poses certain challenges to those of us who have to respond with new policy measures and practical assistance to SMEs. Published in 15-02-2004 by SME-Union The ENTREPRENEUR, THE NEWSMAGAZINE OF THE SMALL & MEDIUM ENTREPRENEURS UNION OF THE EUROPEAN PEOPLEãS PARTY FEBRUARY 2004 Statement for Irish Presidency March 2004, Promote the SMEs in the accession countries, The High Level of Spirit in Poland, Spain A story of success Published in 14-02-2004 by EPP-ED Group agrees to continue co-operation with UK Conservatives At today's meeting of the EPP-ED Group members voted overwhelmingly to continue their parliamentary cooperation with the British Conservatives. Acting on his mandate from the Group presidency and from the Chairmen of national delegations, Group Chairman, Hans-Gert Poettering negotiated an agreement with the leader of the British Conservative Party, Michael Howard. Published in 13-02-2004 by EPP-ED Group CoR: Plenary session on 11 and 12 February 2004 Election of the new CoR president - Discussion with Michel Barnier on the future of the cohesion policy - Debate on the impact of major sporting events on cities and regions Published in 10-02-2004 by CoR ARMIN LASCHET MEP on European Union - United Nations: "New Ways of Cooperation" Press Conference with the rapporteur of the European Parliament on relations between the European Union and the United Nations, Mr Armin Laschet MEP. Published in 23-01-2004 by EPP-ED Press Office Consumer Credit Directive: Commission's proposals to be completely redrafted. Joachim Wuermeling MEP The European Parliament wants to entirely redraft the highly contentious Commission draft proposal on Consumer Credit. Draftsman Joachim Wuermeling (CSU/EPP-ED) will present 180 amendments to the 38 articles of the draft Directive in the Legal Affairs and Internal Market Committee. Published in 23-01-2004 by EPP-ED Press Service EPP-ED Highlights for the upcoming plenary week in Strasbourg (12-15 January 2004) sanctions for polluters of the sea; nuclear energy; good governance; outlook for Doha Round after WTO General Council; tuna fleet and industry; new partnership for Africa's development; Irish presidency; illegal immigration, jobs in the service sector, worker mobility, recognition of professional qualifications, taxation Published in 13-01-2004 by EPP-ED Group Niles Pedersen appointed Secretary General of the EPPP-ED Group - the largest political Group in the European Parliament The EPP-ED Group in the European Parliament has appointed a new Secretary General. Mr. Niels Pedersen is to replace outgoing Secretary General, Klaus Welle, who has been nominated as Director General of DG II in Parliament's Administration. Both appointments take effect on 1 January, 2004. Published in 19-12-2003 by EPP-ED Press Council of Europe backs EU Mayors project The Council of Europe's Association of Local Democracy Agencies (ALDA) next week launches a major campaign - "EU Mayors" - to help municipalities in European Union candidate countries prepare for enlargement. Published in 16-12-2003 by Council of Europe Press Division 32nd Session of the FAO Conference in Rome, 29 November 10 December 2003 The 32nd FAO Conference, the principal Governing Body of this Organization which meets every two years, was opened on 29 November by Director General Jacques Diouf. The European Community was represented by Franz Fischler, Commissioner responsible for Agriculture, Rural Development and Fisheries. The four-day Ministerial segment of the Conference dealt with the traditional review of the state of food and agriculture in the world. Published in 10-12-2003 by European Union @ United Nations News Room Russia, Council of Europe and European Commission discuss joint efforts to strengthen democracy, human rights and rule of law High level representatives of the Russian government, Parliament, Ombudsman's office and judiciary will meet officials from the Council of Europe and the European Commission in Strasbourg on 17 November 2003 to discuss ongoing programmes of cooperation aimed at strengthening democracy, human rights and the rule of law in the Russian Federation. Published in 15-11-2003 by Council of Europe Press Division Developments for short-term statistics in the candidate countries Production and turnover index for total industry (excluding construction)The latest developments of the seasonally adjusted industrial production index for the second quarter of 2003, showed (subject to data availability)that there was a decrease in output in Lithuania (-7.6 %), Slovenia (-1.2%) and Slovakia (-0.3 %) on the basis of a comparison with the quarter before. Published in 11-11-2003 by Edgar Kinzig Yearbook on Candidate Countries: From population to environment - A wide diversity of data for the Candidate Countries Eurostat, the Statistical Office of the European Communities, issues today a new yearbook on Candidate Countries. Published in 11-11-2003 by EUROSTAT European Youth Forum Welcomes UN General Assembly Youth Resolution The European Youth Forum welcomes the Resolution relating to policies and programmes involving youth adopted on Thursday 6 November by the 57th UN General Assembly. Published in 11-11-2003 by European Youth Forum PLENARY SESSION 29-30 OCTOBER: OPINION ON MIGRATION COOPERATION WITH THIRD COUNTRIES Cooperation programme with third countries: measures taken regarding migration policies and countries of origin must be better coordinated and geared towards a set of goals that embrace the values and policies of the European Union Published in 28-10-2003 by PRESS RELEASE of the European Economic and Social Committee Venice Commission to discuss universal human rights protection and new constitutions for east European countries The Council of Europe's Venice Commission will hold its 56th plenary session on 17 and 18 October at its Italian headquarters in Venice (Scuola Grande San Giovanni Evangelista). Published in 17-10-2003 by Council of Europe Press Release Hans-Gert Poettering: Schroeder is showing contempt for his European commitments - Handing over Germany's vote to France "a risky manoeuvre" Hans-Gert Poettering, leader of the EPP-ED, the largest political group in the European Parliament, today criticised the announcement that both the German Chancellor and Foreign Minister planned to miss the second day of the EU Summit in Brussels. Published in 17-10-2003 by Press Unit of the European Parliament Council of Europe Conference on "New challenges for drug policy in Europe" The question of how to bring together politicians, experts and grass-roots professionals to develop evidence-based responses to contemporary problems in the field of drugs - such as multiple substance abuse, the abuse and trafficking of synthetic drugs, and driving whilst under the influence - will be the focus of a ministerial conference organised by the Council of Europe's Pompidou Group on 16 and 17 October in Dublin. Published in 14-10-2003 by Council of Europe Press Release Do the European Institutions speak to young people? GENERATION EUROPE is a unique communication platform that channels the views and concerns of young Europeans both to Europe's politicians -- who are deciding the policy that will shape our future -- and to the corporate leaders whose companies will define it. Published in 03-05-2003 by Generation Europe Armenian elections Council of Europe Secretary General insists on respect of democratic rules in second round Published in 04-03-2003 by Council of Europe Spokesperson and Press Division PRESIDENCY CONCLUSIONS. COPENHAGEN EUROPEAN COUNCIL. 12 AND 13 DECEMBER 2002 The European Council met in Copenhagen on 12 and 13 December 2002. The meeting was preceded by an exposé by the President of the European Parliament, Mr Pat Cox, followed by an exchange of views concerning the main items on the agenda. Published in 20-12-2002 by Codex Politics

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