About: Alexander Graf Lambsdorff
MEPs approve trade deal with six African states – nine years late
A trade deal with six developing African countries was agreed yesterday (14 September) by the European Parliament – some nine years behind schedule.
German MEP: Brexit won’t be the end of ‘Project Europe’
A British exit from the European Union would not end the idea of a unified Europe and should not be seen as a "horror scenario", European Parliament Vice President Alexander Lambsdorff said in a German radio interview.
IATA CEO: ‘We need global standards on data collection’
EXCLUSIVE / CEO of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), Tony Tyler, spoke with EURACTIV.de about what the industry expects from Brussels' transport policy and the effect PNR will have on terrorism.
Graf Lambsdorff: EU ‘clearly went too far’ in Brexit concessions
EXCLUSIVE / The European Council agreed in February to a number of reforms proposed by Britain to try and counter the risk of the UK leaving the bloc in a June referendum. Alexander Graf Lambsdorff spoke to EURACTIV Germany about the historic vote.
Hungary claims it was forced to build border fence
Physical barriers are the only way Hungary can secure its borders, according to the country's Minister for Foreign Affairs, Péter Szijjártó, and Budapest still maintains its opposition to refugee distribution quotas. EURACTIV Germany reports.
Malmström: TTIP could follow Vietnam model
The EU Trade Commissioner has prioritised more transparency and a greater focus on sustainability and development, citing the new Vietnam deal as a potential model for TTIP. EURACTIV Germany reports.
Merkel accused of pandering to Erdogan
The European People's Party (EPP) has reiterated its opposition to EU membership for Turkey, despite the agreement that was reached on Sunday (29 November). EURACTIV Germany reports.
Oettinger’s new digital job raises eyebrows in Berlin
In Germany, reactions across party lines reflected the surprise over Günther Oettinger’s appointment to the Digital Economy and Society portfolio in the new Juncker Commission. EURACTIV.de reports.![Jean-Claude Juncker in the European Parliament in Brussels, 8 July 2014 [© European Union 2014 - European Parliament]](https://www.euractiv.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2014/07/juncker_hearings.jpeg)
MEPs flex their muscles ahead of Juncker approval vote
Jean-Claude Juncker began his tour of European Parliament political groups yesterday (8 July) and appears closer than ever to securing a majority. But Juncker's bid for the EU Commission Presidency may still be hanging by a thread as many MEPs are still undecided. EURACTIV Germany reports. InfographicPromoted content
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