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Danish EU parliamentarian Christel Schaldemose is part of a delegation visiting China this week, marking the European Parliament’s first visit to the country in eight years. The delegation, consisting of …
Danish MEP to meet Temu and Shein during rare EU visit to China Read More
The European Parliament’s recent decision has alarmed environmental advocates by delaying crucial action against products linked to deforestation. Lawmakers voted to postpone a key law designed to prevent the import …
EU Politicians vote to postpone anti-deforestation law Read More
EU plastic waste exports to Malaysia have surged, making the country the second-largest destination for EU waste, despite the Malaysian government’s promise to stop this influx. In 2023, Malaysia received …
EU plastic waste exports to Malaysia surge despite Government pledge Read More
Last month Norway announced that they will allow deep-sea mining exploration on their continental shelf. They argue that the rest of the world can no longer afford to fall behind …
Norway allows deep sea mining to compete with China Read More
Norway’s decision to pursue deep-sea mining in its territorial waters has sparked intense debate in the European Parliament. Supporters, led by Dutch MEP, Tom Berendsen, argue it addresses Europe’s reliance …
Norway’s deep-sea mining sparks European Parliament debate despite urge for energy independence from China Read More
The European Parliament has approved a law that makes it illegal to import products into Europe that can be linked to the destruction of the world’s rainforests. The law was …
EU forbids the import of products linked to deforestation Read More
Award-winning Chinese-Swedish fashion designer and human rights activist, Louise Xin, held a fashion show at the European Parliament, March 28. This was the first fashion show inside the parliament. The …
Chinese-Swedish designer draws attention to forced labor Read More