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🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Newsfilter: Fico is struggling to abolish either the office or the repentants

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico announced plans to repeal a controversial law as he faces pressure from the European Commission regarding funding from the recovery plan.

Mar 4 • 17:47 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Karolina Zioło-Pużuk: In five years, Poland can achieve the average funding for science in the EU

Karolina Zioło-Pużuk discusses Poland's potential to align its science funding with the EU average within five years, emphasizing the connection between investments in science and national security.

Mar 4 • 03:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Obuljen Koržinek on the media in the Parliament: Here is what she replied about Novosti and Hrvatsko slovo

The Croatian Minister of Culture and Media, Nina Obuljen Koržinek, addressed criticisms in Parliament regarding media funding, clarifying that her ministry does not financially support any media, including Novosti and Hrvatsko slovo.

Mar 3 • 14:10 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Three million euros directed to the security of the Eastern border

The Latvian government has allocated three million euros to bolster the security of the EU's external border in five municipalities.

Mar 3 • 11:35 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Ukraine receives IMF cash cushion as huge funding gap remains unsolved

Ukraine has received a $1.5 billion payment from the IMF, but is still facing a significant funding gap as it awaits approval for a crucial European loan.

Mar 3 • 10:57 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Europe grants one million euros to the Círculo de Bellas Artes and other European entities to respond to 'pressures on artistic freedom'

The European Union has allocated one million euros to support the Círculo de Bellas Artes in Madrid and other entities in a project addressing artistic freedom across Europe.

Mar 2 • 19:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Donald Tusk talked about his "favorite animals". The short film has a deeper meaning.

In a recent video, Donald Tusk humorously referred to military equipment as his favorite 'animals', signaling to President Karol Nawrocki to support the SAFE law for EU funding.

Feb 27 • 13:08 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Konrad Szymański: A Long Shadow of Zbigniew Ziobro Hangs Over SAFE

The article discusses concerns surrounding the implementation of the SAFE program in the EU, highlighting criticisms and potential implications for European security and defense funding.

Feb 27 • 10:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

EU: Paves the Way for Funding Access to Safe Abortions

The European Union has announced that member states can use existing resources to support citizens seeking access to safe abortion services, a decision welcomed as a 'victory for women.'

Feb 26 • 21:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

What will cohesion policy be like after 2027 and what role will regions play in it?

The article discusses the proposed changes in the European Union's cohesion policy after 2027, focusing on the implications for regional governance and funding in Poland.

Feb 25 • 13:39 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Latvia hopes to attract missing funds for the first phase of the 'Rail Baltica' railway project from several sources

Latvia is seeking up to 4 billion euros to complete the first phase of the 'Rail Baltica' project, amid expectations of limited funding from the European Union.

Feb 24 • 13:37 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

OPEKEPE: Joint report by SYRIZA and the New Left - They demand a preliminary inquiry for Voridis and Avgenakis

SYRIZA and New Left legislators have called for a preliminary investigation into two government officials due to allegations of a significant public spending scandal involving the European Union's agricultural funding.

Feb 24 • 12:59 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The EU again postpones the emotionally debated 'Made in Europe' plans

The European Union has postponed the proposal for 'Made in Europe' plans due to opposition from several member states and high-ranking officials.

Feb 23 • 09:59 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Revealed: how Orbán blocked €90bn loan for Ukraine

Hungary has obstructed a €90 billion EU loan for Ukraine by not supporting key legislation needed to approve the funding.

Feb 20 • 19:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Czech Armories Are Growing Rapidly, but European Money Flows Elsewhere

Czech armories are experiencing significant growth while funding from European sources is being directed elsewhere.

Feb 20 • 07:40 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

European Union approves 14.9 billion for Italy's Defense. From new fighters, missiles to ships: here's what the arsenal could be

The European Council has approved a plan granting Italy approximately 14.9 billion euros for defense as part of a larger 150 billion euro loan program named SAFE, aimed at strengthening military capabilities across multiple EU nations.

Feb 19 • 18:09 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Padel, African cinema, and irregular protection: almost 10 million euros for pro-migrant projects in the EU

The investigation continues into the European Union's funding, revealing nearly 10 million euros allocated to projects aimed at integrating migrants through sports and culture, amidst concerns over their ideological motivations and effectiveness.

Feb 19 • 16:06 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Huge investments by cities in transport development

This article discusses significant transport investments planned for the Silesian region of Poland, including the establishment of a metropolitan railway and EU funding support.

Feb 17 • 13:02 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

In Latvia, it is currently possible to build a 52.7-kilometer long foundation for the 'Rail Baltica' main route with available funds

Latvia has secured EU funding for the construction of a 52.7-kilometer segment of the 'Rail Baltica' main route as part of the 2021-2027 planning period.

Feb 17 • 13:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Ministry of Transport: With existing funding, 53 kilometers of the ‘Rail Baltica’ main line can be built in Latvia

Latvia's Ministry of Transport confirms that using available funding, nearly 53 kilometers of the 'Rail Baltica' main line can be constructed by 2027.

Feb 17 • 12:10 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Inga Ruginienė discussed defense initiatives and military mobility funding with Andrius Kubilius

Inga Ruginienė and Andrius Kubilius discussed the importance of strengthening Lithuania's national defense and enhancing European defense capabilities.

Feb 17 • 08:20 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ministry: European Union funding should not be pursued as an end in itself

The Latvian Ministry of Finance emphasizes that European Union funding ought to be utilized responsibly rather than merely pursued for the sake of utilization, in light of recent findings from an audit on electric bus procurement.

Feb 16 • 13:50 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

The Sejm has decided. Billions of euros will go to Poland

The Polish Sejm has approved a law to implement the SAFE program, enabling the country to access European Union funding for defense investments.

Feb 13 • 08:59 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Passengers are tired of cardboard tickets. Cities respond to their expectations

More cities are transitioning from traditional cardboard tickets for public transport to modern mobile payment systems, reflecting passenger demand for convenience.

Feb 12 • 16:42 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

More than one billion euros will be directed to road maintenance over the next four years

The Estonian government has approved a road maintenance plan that allocates over one billion euros for road maintenance in the next four years, despite this still being below the necessary funding levels for maintaining road conditions.

Feb 12 • 16:40 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Donald Tusk on the National Security Council Meeting: I Hope This Was Not Preparation for a Veto

Donald Tusk discussed the importance of the SAFE program during a National Security Council meeting, emphasizing its significance for Poland's defense and military industry funding.

Feb 12 • 05:31 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Low Rent Housing Construction Redirects 18.4 Million Euros

Latvia's government has redirected 18.4 million euros towards its low rent housing program, boosting the total funding to over 101 million euros to support the construction of 1,128 apartments in various regions.

Feb 10 • 11:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ursula von der Leyen: 'Invitation' for 'European Preference' in Strategic Sectors

Ursula von der Leyen emphasizes the need for a 'European preference' in strategic sectors to ensure independence and resilience in critical technologies for the EU.

Feb 9 • 19:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The European Investment Bank doubles funding to Spain for housing construction

The European Investment Bank has doubled its funding in Spain to 2 billion euros for housing projects for the years 2024-2025, aimed at constructing affordable homes.

Feb 9 • 13:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Andalusia requests extra funds from the Government and the European Union and conditions its budget on the damage from the storm: "It is the priority. Fixing the roads alone will cost more than 500 million," says Juanma Moreno

Andalusia is seeking additional funding from the Spanish government and the European Union due to severe storm damage, with an emphasis on the critical need for infrastructural repairs.

Feb 7 • 13:27 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

JUHANI JAEGER ⟩ Projects are burning the money of the state and the European Union

Juhani Jaeger critiques public sector institutions in Estonia for focusing on fulfilling funding orders rather than creating real societal value.

Feb 7 • 10:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The Painful Shift of the Union to a 'European Preference'

European business leaders are backing a proposal by Commissioner Stéphane Séjourné to direct public funds exclusively towards European production.

Feb 3 • 05:15 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
World

EU Gives Final Approval to Russian Gas Ban

The European Union has approved a plan to phase out imports of Russian gas and liquefied natural gas by 2027 to cut off funding for Russia's war in Ukraine.

Jan 26 • 16:26 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Czech Republic Already Secures Three Quarters of Grants for the Period 2021 to 2027

The European Union has allocated 75% of the grants designated for the Czech Republic for the period from 2021 to 2027, with 172 billion crowns reimbursed so far out of a total of 512.4 billion crowns allocated for specific projects.

Jan 16 • 10:07 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

EU Wastes on Pro-Islam Projects: 1.6 Million to Study the Hair of Muslim Women

The article discusses an EU-funded research project costing 1.6 million euros aimed at studying various aspects of Muslim women's hair, which has drawn criticism from Italian politician Silvia Sardone.

Jan 15 • 09:46 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Sewage treatment plants for growing cities. Investments increasing resilience

Significant investments are underway to modernize sewage treatment facilities in Rzeszów and Wrocław, driven by European Union funding to increase their efficiency by 25 percent.

Dec 31 • 13:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Another billions for Polish nuclear power go to the company. What will PEJ allocate them for?

The article discusses the funding sources for Polish Nuclear Power Plants in 2025 and details the financial allocation from the State Treasury to PEJ, including the impact of European Commission decisions and the projected value of the investment for Poland's first nuclear power project.

Dec 30 • 16:08 UTC

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