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European Greens Express Concern Over European People’s Party Participation in CPAC Conference
The Global Banker Magazine The recent participation of representatives of Ursula von der Leyen’s European People’s Party (EPP) at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Hungary has sparked deep concern among the leading candidates of the European Greens, Terry Reintke and Bas Eickhout. At the center of their concern is the presence of speakers…
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The Decline of Parliamentary Questions in the European Parliament
The Global Banker Magazine Parliamentary questions are traditionally seen as a fundamental tool for democratic control, transparency, and accountability within the European Parliament. However, there has been a concerning trend of diminishing utilization and effectiveness of this mechanism in recent years, bringing its role in the democratic process into question. Between 1995 and 2005, the…
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European Parliament Approves New Fiscal Rules with Emphasis on Flexibility and Growth
The Global Banker Magazine The recent approval by the European Parliament of new fiscal rules has garnered mixed reactions from various members and stakeholders. The revamped EU fiscal rules are viewed by the majority of MEPs as clearer, more investment-friendly, better tailored to individual country situations, and more flexible. The new rules aim to limit…
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Assessing the Impact of EU Funding for Refugees in Türkiye
The Global Banker Magazine The European Court of Auditors recently published a report evaluating the effectiveness of the EU’s multibillion-euro funding for refugees in Türkiye through the Facility for Refugees in Turkey. The report highlights both positive outcomes and areas for improvement in the allocation and execution of the €6 billion funding. Türkiye’s strategic geographic…
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The Global Concerns Surrounding the EU Deforestation Regulation
The Global Banker Magazine A bipartisan group of U.S. Senators, EU Agriculture Ministers, and farming organizations have raised serious concerns about the potential impact of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) if it is not delayed or amended. The issues raised have united Republicans, Democrats, and Independents in recognizing the unfairness and unworkability of the EUDR…
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CMG’s 4th International Chinese Language Video Festival
The Global Banker Magazine China Media Group (CMG), the parent company of CGTN, is set to celebrate the 2024 United Nations Chinese Language Day with an inspiring and diverse lineup at the 4th International Chinese Language Video Festival. The festival, which is taking place at the prestigious Palais des Nations, is a collaborative effort between…
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