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Commission suspends visa-free travel for Georgian holders of diplomatic, service or official passports under the revised Visa Suspension Mechanism Today, the European Commission is suspending visa-free travel for holders of Georgian diplomatic, service, and official passports. They are now required to be in possession of a visa when entering the

The Commission considers that the actions of the Georgian authorities undermine these principles on which visa liberalisation is based.

🔗 ec.europa.eu/commission/p...

06.03.2026 12:45 👍 7 🔁 2 💬 0 📌 0

The Commission has decided to suspend visa-free travel for Georgian holders of diplomatic, service and official passports as of today and for an initial period of 12 months.

This is the first time the new Visa Suspension Mechanism is used.

06.03.2026 12:45 👍 20 🔁 9 💬 3 📌 0
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Thank you, Barcelona.

Engaging discussions with industry leaders, policymakers and young creators on Europe’s digital future, from Mobile World Congress 2026 to Foment del Treball Nacional and the DigitalEU Youth Policy Dialogue.

Europe has everything it takes to lead in the digital age.

03.03.2026 18:47 👍 9 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
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Getting ready for the Youth Policy Dialogue in Barcelona.

We will discuss AI, online safety, and opportunities for students and young people across Europe.

Join us live at 15:00 CET:
www.youtube.com/live/J_Fd9o7...

03.03.2026 13:29 👍 7 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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‘Roam Like at Home\': Commission proposes to open negotiations to extend EU Roaming to the Western Balkans The European Commission has proposed to open negotiations with Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia to integrate them into the EU\'s ‘Roam Like at Home\' reg...

link.europa.eu/fWytmd

25.02.2026 13:50 👍 7 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Today, we are taking a significant step for the Western Balkan partners’ journey towards joining the EU’s Roaming family.

We have proposed opening negotiations to integrate Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia and Serbia into the EU roaming area.

25.02.2026 13:50 👍 12 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
Network of European AI-powered advanced screening centres

If you are a medical centre that has already deployed AI solutions, or is preparing to introduce them in the near future, we invite you to express your interest before 10 April.

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ec.europa.eu/eusurvey/run...

23.02.2026 17:05 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Prevention is one of the most powerful tools we have in the fight against major diseases.

We have launched a call for expression of interest to establish a new Network of AI-powered Advanced Screening Centres in Europe.

23.02.2026 17:05 👍 9 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a technology. It is a driver of competitiveness, security and global influence.

Together, we’re ensuring that AI remains innovative, competitive and aligned with our democratic values.

20.02.2026 13:15 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 3 📌 0
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The AI revolution is global and Europe is deepening cooperation with trusted partners around the world.

In New Delhi at the AI Impact Summit, I met with Ministers, CEOs and leading experts from across the world to discuss how we can turn AI’s transformative power into shared progress.

20.02.2026 13:15 👍 14 🔁 3 💬 4 📌 0
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Launch of the European Legal Gateway Office pilot New Delhi, 18 February 2026 | Today, the European Union launched the first-ever European Legal Gateway Office in India, in New Delhi in the presence of Henna Virkkunen, Executive Vice-President for Te...

This initiative is a concrete expression of the EU-India partnership. We’re building a trusted talent corridor, boosting our attractiveness for global talent and strengthening our capabilities in AI.

link.europa.eu/mhqCwR

19.02.2026 13:47 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 2 📌 0

At the same time, it will help EU-based employers and higher education institutions connect more effectively with India’s digital ecosystem and pool of skilled talent.

19.02.2026 13:47 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
EVP Virkkunen and Dr S. Jaishankar shaking hands at the launch of the European Legal Gateway Office.

EVP Virkkunen and Dr S. Jaishankar shaking hands at the launch of the European Legal Gateway Office.

In New Delhi, we launched the first-ever European Legal Gateway Office, together with India’s Minister of External Affairs, Dr. S. Jaishankar.

This new office will serve as a one-stop hub to support the mobility of Indian talent and skilled ICT-professionals seeking opportunities in Europe.

19.02.2026 13:47 👍 8 🔁 1 💬 2 📌 0

With today's Eastern border regions strategy, we're strengthening their security, while boosting growth and regional prosperity.

To protect those who protect us.

18.02.2026 10:23 👍 122 🔁 11 💬 8 📌 4
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From hybrid threats to demographic pressure and economic impact.

Our Eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine are facing a multitude of challenges.

We must support these regions and show our solidarity.

Because our security lies in their strength, resilience and stability.

18.02.2026 10:23 👍 351 🔁 71 💬 24 📌 6
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18.02.2026 10:32 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Exactly 2 years ago, the #DigitalServicesAct set a new standard for the online world.

Of course, the online world is still evolving. Challenges remain, and implementation continues together with EU MSs to ensure the rules deliver in practice.

What have we achieved since then?

17.02.2026 14:12 👍 10 🔁 2 💬 2 📌 0
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Commission launches investigation into Shein under the Digital Services Act Today, the European Commission has opened formal proceedings against Shein, under the Digital Services Act.

In the EU, illegal products are prohibited whether they are sold on a store shelf or through an online marketplace.

We will now assess whether Shein complies with these rules and fulfils its responsibilities under the DSA.

ec.europa.eu/commission/p...

17.02.2026 11:57 👍 12 🔁 4 💬 1 📌 1
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Today, we have launched an investigation into Shein under the #DSA.

The investigation concerns the platform’s potentially addictive design features, the lack of transparency around its recommender systems, and the sale of illegal products, including child sexual abuse material.

17.02.2026 11:57 👍 23 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 2

The two risk assessments on connected & automated vehicles and on detection equipment used at borders and customs provide a comprehensive analysis of cybersecurity risks, their potential consequences, and the mitigation measures needed to address them.

🔗https://link.europa.eu/8K4xWd

16.02.2026 17:11 👍 2 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0

The toolbox outlines key risk scenarios and recommends mitigation measures, including the assessment of critical suppliers, the importance of multi-vendor strategies, and approaches to reducing dependencies on high-risk suppliers.

16.02.2026 17:11 👍 3 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
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Learn more about the EU ICT Supply Chain Security Toolbox, adopted by NIS Cooperation Group and developed by EU Countries with the EU Commission’s and ENISA’s support.

Published on Friday together with 2 risk assessments on connected & automated vehicles and on detection equipment.

16.02.2026 17:11 👍 6 🔁 2 💬 1 📌 0
Turning strategy into action: Commission launches Frontier AI Grand Challenge The Frontier AI Grand Challenge will fund 1 project to train a frontier AI model with the aim of advancing European AI.

The selected project will receive up to 2.5 percent of the overall EuroHPC computing capacity for one year, on one or more AI-optimised EuroHPC supercomputers.

Apply here link.europa.eu/tfDcy8

#AI

16.02.2026 11:04 👍 7 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0
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A strong opportunity for Europe’s AI ecosystem to take part in the Frontier AI Grand Challenge.

As part of the #ApplyAI strategy, together with EuroHPC JU, we launched a flagship EU-wide competition aimed at driving the development of sovereign, large-scale European AI models.

16.02.2026 11:04 👍 14 🔁 7 💬 1 📌 0
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Two intense days in Munich, from quantum to security & cybersecurity, through innovation, digital sovereignty.

Europe’s direction is now set at the heart of our policy, funding & strategic thinking, to ensure Europe remains innovative, secure and strong in the digital age.

13.02.2026 19:56 👍 11 🔁 4 💬 2 📌 0
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Inauguration of Euro-Q-Exa: Expanding the European Quantum Computing Infrastructure Today, the EuroHPC Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC JU) inaugurated Euro-Q-Exa, a new EuroHPC quantum computer, located in Munich, Germany. The event represents another milestone in building a state-of-the-...

Click for more: www.eurohpc-ju.europa.eu/inauguration...

12.02.2026 17:37 👍 6 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Welcome Euro-Q-Exa, Europe’s latest quantum computer.

Hosted at the Leibniz Supercomputing Centre in Munich, Euro-Q-Exa is the third EuroHPC JU quantum computer to come online.

Strengthening Europe’s quantum ecosystem and supporting researchers & innovators across Europe.

12.02.2026 17:37 👍 12 🔁 3 💬 1 📌 0
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12.02.2026 10:07 👍 14 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0
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Commission presents action plan to counter drone threats The European Commission today presented its Action Plan to counter the increasing threats posed by drones to EU security.

Through these actions, we are protecting critical infrastructure and supply chains, strengthening our collective resilience, and ensuring that Europe is ready to prevent, detect and respond to emerging threats.

Discover more: ec.europa.eu/commission/p...

11.02.2026 10:07 👍 4 🔁 1 💬 0 📌 0

➡️ Streamlining response, through the deployment of counter-drone systems

➡️ Strengthening readiness against threats, by increasing support to EU countries

11.02.2026 10:07 👍 5 🔁 1 💬 1 📌 0