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• Post #4556849

  Tonight, our headquarters Berlaymont lights up in the colours of our shared destiny. 🇪🇺🇺🇦 Ukraine is defending the core principles that are at the heart of Europe: sovereignty, democracy, and the right to choose its own future. The EU’s solidarity with Ukraine is stronger than ever.

• Post #4541744

  Today marks 35 years of Ukraine’s restored independence. Ukraine’s spirit is indestructible. It is defending sovereignty, democracy, and international law on behalf of all free nations. We remain fully committed to supporting Ukraine’s victory, its recovery, and its European path. Ukraine’s security is Europe’s security.

• Post #4520125

  Your hairdresser is applying chemicals to your scalp. And we have opinions about which ones. The very strong ones. Some substances once used in hair dyes were linked to serious health risks. So, we restricted them in the EU cosmetics market. No public drama. Just dangerous products replaced on salon shelves by better ones. Your colour still looks the same. The risk profile doesn’t. — EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: In force since 11 July 2013 + restricted substances updates

• Post #4515022

  Your mobile data shouldn't crawl just because you crossed the border. Under our ‘roam like at home', operators in the EU, Iceland, Liechtenstein, and Norway cannot ‘throttle’ your speed abroad. If 5G is available in the country you are visiting, you must have access to it at the same quality as at home. Since January 2026, Ukraine and Moldova have also joined the EU’s ‘roam like at home area.’ Because your connection should be as smooth as your travel plans. 😎

• Post #4492074

  Before you dive in, check the facts. 🏊‍♂️ With 85% of EU waters already hitting ‘excellent’ standards, we’re making sure the only thing you bring home is the sand. We monitor over 22,000 bathing spots annually and are now moving to real-time digital reporting. And we have a webpage where you can check the real time safety status of your local beach on your phone. 👉 https://link.europa.eu/3yxDdP

• Post #4463025

  📵 Off the clock? Stay off the clock. We are moving to fix this, working with employers and trade unions on an EU-wide Right to Disconnect. What we’re putting forward for discussion: 📴 Clear boundaries, ending the "always-on" work culture to protect your private life 🛡️ Fair treatment, ensuring digital workplaces respect your rights without career drawbacks 🧠 Worker well-being, safeguarding physical and mental health through true work-life balance More 👉 https://lnkd.in/eAZTiQS2

• Post #4430737

  Heatwaves are getting stronger and our cities and villages are feeling it. Trees and green spaces in urban areas make a real difference. They don’t just look pretty, they: 🌳 Create shade and cooler streets during heatwaves 🌳 Reduce air, water and noise pollution 🌳 Support our physical and mental wellbeing We are supporting towns, cities and communities across Europe to bring nature back into everyday life and build resilience against climate change. https://link.europa.eu/QThtcM

• Post #4409933

  Waiting days for a bank transfer is a thing of the past. With the Instant Payments Regulation now in force, all banks in the EU must process Euro transfers within 10 seconds, at no extra cost, 24/7. Banks based in non-euro countries have until 2027 to comply. We have also mandated a ‘Verification of Payee’ system to help stop fraudsters from getting your money. Your bank transfers, now instant. Here's how we’re transforming the EU payment market ➡️ https://link.europa.eu/jkGyTh

• Post #4372019

  🌡️ It’s hot across Europe right now. When heatwaves hit, small actions matter: water, shade, rest, watch out for each other. And did you know museums are perfect climate shelters? Visit a museum near you — cool, safe places to pause and enjoy Europe’s rich cultural heritage.

• Post #4350718

  In 2014, in Europe, there was much ado about 666. That was the number of an EU law that required vacuum cleaners to use a maximum of 1,600 watts – and there was a lot of talk about the EU allegedly ‘’banning powerful vacuum cleaners!’’ What actually happened is that manufacturers had to get the same suction with less power. And they did. Because when aims are clear, engineers know what they’re doing.

• Post #4323374

  From now on, companies across the EU must be clear about their use of AI. Providers and deployers of AI must now ✔️ Label AI-generated content as such. ✔️ Flag use of deepfakes ✔️ Inform users when they interact with AI or when it is used to analyse their behaviour. ️We have published guidance to help companies comply. Transparency helps build trust 👇 https://link.europa.eu/gTvhRX

• Post #4309039

  Japan officially has joined Horizon Europe, our flagship research and innovation programme. Japan is the 23rd associated country and the most populous, bringing one of the world’s most advanced research ecosystems to our scientific network. Japanese researchers can now participate on equal terms with EU teams to tackle global challenges in health, digital transition, and climate neutrality. Science thrives when talent, ideas and innovation cross borders. More 👉https://link.europa.eu/YP7M...

• Post #4277839

  Did your working week feel long? In 2025, 20–64-year-olds in the EU worked on average, 35.9 hours a week in their main job. Working hours may vary, but certain rights don't. Because every EU worker is guaranteed: ✅ Health and safety at work ✅ Equal opportunities for women and men ✅ Protection against discrimination ✅ Fair working conditions Take a look at the latest data here: https://link.europa.eu/djjpx3

• Post #4271583

  Your phone breaks. Your washing machine gives up. Somehow, buying new seems cheaper than repairing. The EU is making the Right to Repair the new standard in Europe. ✅Repairs must be offered even after your warranty ends 🔧Parts must be available after the model is no longer sold 📅Choose repair under warranty and get an extra year of legal coverage 📍An EU platform will help you find local repair shops and fair prices Less waste, more repairs. Good for your wallet, even better for the planet.

• Post #4247252

  Ukraine’s courage is unshakeable. So is our support. We have disbursed a further €3.47 billion to Ukraine to meet its urgent defence needs. This funding, under the defence window of the €90 billion Ukraine Support Loan, will help delivers vital equipment to protect Ukrainian airspace: 🔹 Jet-powered long-range drones 🔹 Air defence systems and missiles 🔹 Gripen fighter jets By ensuring Ukraine can defend its people, we are securing Europe's future. 👉 https://link.europa.eu/XjWjvH

• Post #4234174

  84 partners. 45 trade agreements. Happy Friendship Day to our partners across the world's largest trade network. 🇪🇺 🤝 🇦🇱🇩🇿🇦🇩🇦🇬🇦🇷🇦🇲🇦🇿🇧🇸🇧🇧🇧🇿🇧🇦🇧🇼🇧🇷🇨🇲🇨🇦🇨🇱🇨🇴🇰🇲🇨🇷🇨🇮🇩🇲🇩🇴🇪🇨🇪🇬🇸🇻🇸🇿🇫🇴🇫🇯🇬🇪🇬🇭🇬🇩🇬🇹🇬🇾🇭🇳🇮🇸🇮🇱🇮🇶🇯🇲🇯🇵🇯🇴🇰🇿🇰🇪🇽🇰🇱🇧🇱🇸🇱🇮🇲🇬🇲🇺🇲🇽🇲🇩🇲🇪🇲🇦🇲🇿🇳🇦🇳🇿🇳🇮🇲🇰🇳🇴🇵🇸🇵🇦🇵🇬🇵🇾🇵🇪🇼🇸🇸🇲🇷🇸🇸🇨🇸🇬🇸🇧🇿🇦🇰🇷🇰🇳🇱🇨🇻🇨🇸🇷🇨🇭🇹🇹🇹🇳🇹🇷🇺🇦🇬🇧🇺🇾🇻🇳🇿🇼

• Post #4204652

  Italy and Austria united beneath the Alps 🏔️ ⚒️ With over 220 tunnel kilometres excavated, the completion of the EU co-funded Brenner Base Tunnel is one step closer! 🇦🇹 🇮🇹 Miners have now connected Austria and Italy via two main railway tunnels. The BBT will better connect Italy and Austria while boosting rail transport connections between northern and southern Europe upon completion in 2032. This is EU cooperation and engineering at its best. 🇪🇺 © Schnittraum Tirol

• Post #4162071

  A small mark, with big power. For more than 30 years, the CE (Conformité Européenne) marking has allowed many products to be moved and marketed freely all around the EU, regardless of where it’s manufactured. With this marking, the producer declares that the item meets high EU safety, health, and environmental standards. You’ll find this mandatory mark across specific product categories, including electronics, toys, and medical devices. Know what you are buying: https://link.europa.eu/c6nyHc

• Post #4134164

  The art of the European summer break 🥷⛱️☀️ How we structure school calendars varies across our union, reflecting different local traditions and lifestyle models. Italian students enjoy nearly 14 full weeks of summer bliss. Over in Denmark, summer is a breezy 6 weeks, balanced with clever mini holidays throughout the school year. If you were back in school, which one would you prefer? 👇 https://link.europa.eu/F3kQPM

• Post #4132784

  The art of the European summer break 🥷⛱️☀️ How we structure school calendars varies across our union, reflecting different local traditions and lifestyle models. Italian students enjoy nearly 14 full weeks of summer bliss. Over in Denmark, summer is a breezy 6 weeks, balanced with clever mini holidays throughout the school year. If you were back in school, which one would you prefer? 👇 https://link.europa.eu/F3kQPM

• Post #4063521

  What will the next euro banknotes look like? 🇪🇺💶 The European Central Bank has shortlisted 10 designs, selected from over 1,200 proposals by graphic designers across Europe. 🗳️ Now it's your turn to pick your favourite 👉 surveys.ecb.europa.eu/10b/neweuro/ *Survey available in the 24 EU languages.

• Post #4060647

  Under the Digital Services Act (DSA), platforms accessible to children and teens must ensure a high level of privacy, safety, and security. Our preliminary findings show that TikTok fails to meet this standard, exposing children and teens to risks including unwanted contact, cyberbullying, or predatory behaviour. If our preliminary findings are confirmed, TikTok could be issued with a fine of up to 6% of its total global annual turnover. https://link.europa.eu/bjYYbq

• Post #3980270

  Western Europe had its hottest June on record.🔥 Intense heatwaves broke temperature records, with peaks up to 9°C above average in France and Germany, according to Copernicus data. Only Cyprus and Malta had normal temperatures. Climate change is real and we are feeling its effects

• Post #3963177

  We have fined AliExpress €550 million for breaching its obligations under the Digital Services Act. The company failed to assess and mitigate risks related to the sale of illegal, unsafe, or counterfeit products on its e-commerce platform. Read more: http://link.europa.eu/GxJQbc #DSA

• Post #3949870

  ¡Enhorabuena, España! 🏆🇪🇸 You played an outstanding FIFA World Cup 2026, from start to finish. A victory that shows that with teamwork, dedication, and passion, everything is possible. Thank you for inspiring Europe and for bringing the trophy back to our continent.

• Post #3933909

  Every year in Europe, an estimated 4-9% of unsold textiles are destroyed before ever being worn, generating around 5.6 million tonnes of CO₂ emissions. We’re putting an end to this wasteful practice. From today, large companies can no longer destroy unsold clothes, accessories and footwear. They will need to instead prioritise keeping products in use: by selling, donating, or preparing for reuse. Find out more: https://link.europa.eu/cdYmK9

• Post #3905535

  We are unveiling our plan to make Europe the world’s first electro-powered continent: 1️⃣ By 2040, electricity should account for 46% of Europe's final energy consumption 2️⃣ Reducing the price gap between electricity and fossil energy 3️⃣ Lowering network charges and taxes 4️⃣ Deploying smart meters faster Our aim: save €200 billion in fuel imports by 2040 and halve oil consumption. Power Smarter. Go Electric. https://link.europa.eu/9Ngd6b

• Post #3890994

  We don’t look the same, think the same, or speak the same language, and yet, here we are, standing together in one team. That's the magic of being European: our differences make us unique, and our values make us one. #WorldEmojiDay

• Post #3880311

  After 12 years of providing free and open environmental data, Sentinel-1A has officially ended its mission. It helped us track oil spills, glaciers, sea ice, floods, wildfires and supported emergency responses, and more. But as one chapter closes, a much bigger one awaits: 👉 We've transitioned operations to Sentinel-1C and 1D 👉 With the newly launched Sentinel-4 and 5, we will soon expand our Copernicus programme. The future or Earth observation is European ⬇️ https://link.europa.eu/...

• Post #3858260

  Europe’s nature is rich, beautiful – and often a pretty good business deal, too. For decades, the EU has been investing into natural solutions all around our continent. When nature bounces back, it can all these things for free: 🌊 Protect against floods and erosion 🥵 Cool down our cities 🌳 Clean our water and air 🌍 Store carbon to limit climate change 🐝 Pollinate crops And sometimes, what you need most… 🌄 Give us a place to rest, recharge and wonder