Global Europe Archives
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Is EU development aid working?
The EU remains the biggest donor of humanitarian and development aid assistance in the world. But budgetary constraints faced by its member states, the refugee crisis and the deterioration of the international security context have put Europe’s international solidarity to the test.
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EU-Thailand relations after the coup
Thailand suffered a military coup in May 2014 - overthrowing the democratically-elected government of Yingluck Shinawatra after months of street protests, just as the second-largest economy in ASEAN was about to sign a Free Trade Agreement with the EU.
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Elections in the Republic of Congo
This week, EURACTIV reports on the elections in the Republic of Congo. President Denis Sassou Nguesso is seeking to extend his long-ruling presidency in polls on Sunday (20 March). This Special Report is also available in French (lien vers euractiv.fr).
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Innovations instead of assistance for farming
The European Commission believes the EU and developing countries could greatly improve global food security togther, through innovation and sustainable farming practices. However, there is no “one size fits all” model for 21st century agriculture, it warns.
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Towards sustainable development goals
EURACTIV reports on the process, commitments and expectations towards new Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are expected to be adopted globally in September by all UN member states.
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Baku 2015 European Games
Just a couple of weeks before the Baku 2015 European Games begin on 12 June, EURACTIV reports on the preparations in Azerbaijan's capital, and the expectations on the first edition of the international sport event.
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Fighting diseases: The challenges ahead
Billions of people in developing nations lack the health and social protections that most Europeans take for granted. In the fight against global diseases, the European Union is expected to take a collective approach.
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Public procurement corruption in Romania
Public procurement in Romania is a €17 billion market, but more than 60% of procedures are hit by complaints. A new project has highlighted fraud and irregularities in the system, and suggested how to improve the situation. EURACTIV Romania reports.
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