The path of Serbia and Kosovo to the European Union will be paved by the efforts to normalise their relations. There have been recent positive developments in the Belgrade-Pristina dialogue, facilitated by the EU.

During the debate in the plenary of the European Parliament, the S&D Group underlined the need for a coordinated humanitarian response to help those already in need and to prevent the conflict from spreading over into neighbouring countries.

The European Parliament gives its green light to a more modern, sustainable and quality based school scheme for fruit, vegetables, and dairy products.

Today, the European Parliament’s employment committee voted on a report calling for an EU law that would ban unpaid traineeships. The Socialists and Democrats have long been pressing for a waterproof European legislation to ensure that young Europeans get decent first work opportunities enabling them to lead an independent life.

Today, the Socialists and Democrats are set to vote in favour of the final report of the inquiry committee on Pegasus and similar spyware (PEGA), calling for the EU regulation that stops the abuse of spyware by member states. They urge the EPP to do the same, and vote in favour of the part regarding Greece and the recommendations addressed to Mitsotakis’ government.