New funding of €143 million from the European Economic Area for Greece
A Memorandum of Understanding has been signed, ensuring €143 million for Greece from the EEA Grants 2021-2028 to address contemporary challenges.
Finland falls out of the EU's top ten in the number of female members on stock company boards
Finland ranks 11th among EU and EEA countries for the number of women on the boards of major stock companies, according to a survey by the Central Chamber of Commerce.
Iceland.is is not adequate as a service portal
The EFTA Surveillance Authority has issued a statement that Iceland’s central digital information and service center, island.is, does not comply with EEA regulations.
Iceland can join the EU in a year and a half
Iceland's Foreign Minister Þorgerður Katrín Gunnarsdóttir claims that Iceland could become the 28th member of the European Union within a year and a half if membership negotiations are approved in a national referendum.
Jón Baldvin says Dagur's narrative is incorrect: Agreement with Davíð on EEA
Jón Baldvin criticizes Dagur B. Eggertsson’s interpretation concerning secret agreements on the EEA between Þorsteinn Pálsson and Davíð Oddsson before 1991.
Dagur claims Thorstein and Jon deserve credit for the EEA agreement
Dagur B. Eggertsson argues that Thorstein Pálsson and Jón Baldvin Hannibalsson deserve recognition for their roles in the EEA agreement, which he believes were prepared before David Oddsson's involvement.
Iceland's Prime Minister Announces EU Referendum
Iceland's Prime Minister, Kristrún Frostadóttir, has announced plans for a referendum on EU negotiations to be held in the coming months.
EFTA Court issues historic ruling on the European Economic Area
The EFTA Court has made a significant ruling regarding the European Economic Area (EEA).
EFTA Court: The Norwegian Continental Shelf is Covered by the EEA Agreement
The EFTA Court has ruled that the Norwegian continental shelf is included under the EEA Agreement, which could have significant implications.
Defeat for the state: The Norwegian continental shelf is covered by the EEA Agreement, rules the EFTA Court
The EFTA Court has ruled that the Norwegian continental shelf falls under the EEA Agreement, reversing Norway's long-held stance on the matter.
Has Kirsti Bergstø called? – I don't think I should say much more about that.
Audun Lysbakken, a former EU and EEA opponent, is now lobbying in Brussels, but he denies any change in his views on these agreements.
Finland to Start Annul Russian Real Estate Deals if They Threaten National Security
Finland's Defense Ministry is reviewing Russian-owned real estate transactions that could compromise national security, particularly concerning individuals without EU or EEA citizenship.
Finland investigates possibilities to intervene retrospectively in property purchases by Russians
Finland's ministries are exploring whether they can retroactively address property purchases made by citizens from outside the EU and EEA, particularly those from Russia, in response to national security concerns.
EEA: Emissions from the transport sector in Europe remain high
The European Environment Agency reports that despite the potential of rail transport, Europe's reliance on road transport continues to contribute significantly to high levels of emissions, including greenhouse gases.
Live Broadcast: Simplification of European Regulations
A conference on the simplification of European regulatory frameworks is being held in Reykjavik, involving various Icelandic institutions and the EU.
The University of the Arts takes the initiative: International students pay millions due to proposed legislation
The University of the Arts in Iceland has announced tuition fees for non-EEA students, following legal changes proposed by the Minister of Higher Education, affecting students from various international regions.
Seven hundred items waiting to be included in the EEA agreement
The article discusses a list of seven hundred items awaiting inclusion in the EEA agreement.
The EEA Agreement is being expanded with almost 90 new EU regulations
The EEA Committee will meet in Brussels to discuss incorporating 87 EU legislative acts, though the most controversial proposals will be deferred.
Deportations will be the most effective weapon
A new coordinated procedure for the deportation of criminal groups from EEA countries is seen as the most effective tool by authorities against organized crime in Iceland, as presented by the Minister of Justice.
Actions Against Criminal Activities Announced
The Minister of Justice introduced a new strategy aimed at combating organized crime in the country, including a new uniform procedure for handling deportation cases of crime groups from EEA countries.
Wants to "almost completely close" to foreigners outside Europe
Snorri Másson, deputy chairman of the Middle Party, advocates for nearly prohibiting entry to Iceland for non-EEA individuals, citing cultural reasons.