An unprecedented measure for an unprecedented time. Translated: additional fresh money for the rural and agriculture European sector, now. The agricultural committee has in fact given its green light to anticipate on 1st January 2021 the allocation of over €8 billion from the European Recovery Instrument (ERI) to support the sector in the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic.

A global survey of 829 accountants and finance professionals reveals their deep concerns about social and environmental issues, with 90 per cent of respondents saying they want organisations to increase efforts to become more environmentally sustainable and make a more positive impact on society after the pandemic.

From the 13th to 15th October 2020, the S&D Group hosts the fourth edition of ‘Africa Week’ virtually, a first of its kind. The S&D Group, together with our sister organisations, dedicates a fully-fledged event on Africa with African personalities, politicians, youth and representatives of civil society to venture into in-depth discussions on Africa policies and interventions and to outline our common priorities for future cooperation.