Press releases on debates and decisions in plenary and in committee

• Press release - First vote on simplification of EU agriculture laws

  The Agriculture and Rural Development Committee adopted its position on Wednesday on a proposal to simplify the current EU common agricultural policy.Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

• Press release - MEPs back measures to boost EU support for security and defence investments

  As part of the ReArm Europe Plan, the measures aim to strengthen Europe’s defence technological and industrial base by channelling EU funding to defence and security.Committee on Industry, Research and Energy Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

• Press release - MEPs seek to improve trainees’ working conditions across the EU

  To prevent abusive practices against trainees, the Employment Committee wants traineeship contracts with clear provisions on pay, duration and social protection.Committee on Employment and Social Affairs Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

• Press release - Trade Committee reactions to signing of trade agreement between EU and Indonesia

  The EU and Indonesia have concluded today trade and investment deals that should boost EU export to the region, while ensuring environmental and social standards.Committee on International Trade Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

• Press release - 2025 Sakharov Prize: presentation of nominees on Tuesday

  On Tuesday, Parliament’s political groups will present their candidates for the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought 2025.Committee on Foreign AffairsCommittee on DevelopmentSubcommittee on Human Rights Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP