Category Archives: Belgium

Press Releases & News from Belgium distributed via EuropaWire

Late Payments Directive is set to put an end of damaging late payment culture in Europe

Posted on 13, March 2013 by

Brussels, 13-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Every day across Europe, dozens of small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) go bankrupt as their invoices are not paid. As a result jobs are lost and business opportunities remain unexploited, stalling our return to economic growth. … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, Government, Law, Politics, Small Business, Society

The Council adopted a Regulation on the electronic publication of the Official Journal of the European Union

Posted on 13, March 2013 by

Brussels, 13-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The Council adopted today without discussion a Regulation on the electronic publication of the Official Journal of the European Union (10222/5/11 REV 5). As from 1 July 2013, the electronic version of the Official Journal of the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Government, Internet & Online, Law, Technology

Commission welcomes European Parliament’s approval of improved EU rules for monitoring greenhouse gas emissions, including forestry and agriculture

Posted on 13, March 2013 by

Brussels, 13-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission welcomes the European Parliament’s approval today of two new laws to improve EU rules on monitoring and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions, including those from forestry and agriculture. It is expected that the Council … Read the full press release →

Posted in Agriculture, Belgium, Environment, European Union, Government, Law, Politics

The Council adopted Multiannual Framework for the EU Agency for Fundamental Rights

Posted on 12, March 2013 by

Brussels, 12-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The Council adopted today, without discussion, a decision establishing the Multiannual Framework for the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights for 2013-2017 (10449/12). According to the regulation establishing the Agency¹, the thematic areas of its activity shall be determined … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Government, Law, Non Profit, Politics, Society

Council prolonged the EU restrictive measures in response to serious human rights violations in Iran by 12 months

Posted on 12, March 2013 by

Brussels, 12-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Following a review, the Council prolonged the EU restrictive measures in response to serious human rights violations in Iran by 12 months. The Council also added 9 persons responsible for serious human rights violations to the list of … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Government, Politics, Society

Günther Oettinger, EU Commissioner for Energy welcomes Parliament adoption of the Energy Infrastructure Regulation

Posted on 12, March 2013 by

Brussels, 12-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Günther Oettinger, EU Commissioner for Energy said today: “This is really a breakthrough and will give a big push to much needed infrastructure: Rather than waiting up to 12 years or longer for a permit, developers of crucial cross-border infrastructure … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Energy, Gas & Oil, European Union, Government, Infrastructure & Utilities, Politics

UGent-onderzoekster ontrafelt rol van nieuw gen in huidkanker

Posted on 12, March 2013 by

12-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Uit onderzoek van Gent-wetenschapper Ophélia Maertens aan Harvard Medical School, blijkt dat het eiwit ‘neurofibromine’ (NF1) samenwerkt met het BRAF-gen bij het ontstaan van kwaadaardig melanoom. Dit soort melanomen zou doeltreffend behandeld kunnen worden met een combinatie … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Education, Healthcare, Pharma & Biotech, Science, Society

Michel Barnier: I warmly welcome the European Parliament’s vote on our proposals to create Europe-wide funds for venture capital and for social businesses

Posted on 12, March 2013 by

Statement by Commissioner Michel Barnier as proposals to create European funds for venture capital and social businesses are agreed by the European Parliament Brussels, 12-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — “I warmly welcome the European Parliament’s vote on our proposals to create Europe-wide funds … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, Government, Investment, Politics, Small Business, Society

The acquisition of TNK-BP by Rosneft has been cleared by the European Commission

Posted on 12, March 2013 by

Brussels, 12-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has cleared under the Merger Regulation the proposed acquisition of sole control of TNK-BP by OJSC Oil Company Rosneft of Russia. The Commission carefully examined the effects of the proposed transaction. As for all state-owned companies, … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Energy, Gas & Oil, European Union, Financial, Government, Law, Russia

Barroso congratulated Dr Joseph Muscat following electoral victory in Malta

Posted on 12, March 2013 by

Brussels, 12-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — President Barroso congratulates Dr Joseph Muscat following electoral victory in Malta José Manuel Barroso, President of the European Commission, congratulates Dr Joseph Muscat for the electoral success obtained in the Maltese elections. “In my own name and … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Government, Malta, Politics

Stimulating business in Greece: 138 EU companies meet with 413 Greek SME owners and managers

Posted on 11, March 2013 by

Brussels, 11-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — To support SMEs and the restart of the real economy in Greece, European Commission Vice President Antonio Tajani travels today with Daniel Calleja Crespo, Director-General of DG Enterprise and SME Envoy to Athens, accompanied by representatives of more than … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, Government, Greece, International Trade, Management, Politics

Commissioner Malmström: The Radicalisation Awareness Network (RAN) is looking into how to best help the victims challenging terrorist propaganda

Posted on 11, March 2013 by

Brussels, 11-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — ”Today, on the occasion of the EU day for the Remembrance of victims of terrorism, we stand together against terror: to ensure that those who have lost their lives to senseless acts of violence are not forgotten … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Government, Law, Politics, Security & Safety, Society

Cosmetics tested on animals cannot be marketed any more in the EU

Posted on 11, March 2013 by

Brussels, 11-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Today the last deadline to phase out animal testing for cosmetic products in Europe enters into force. As of today, cosmetics tested on animals cannot be marketed any more in the EU. A Communication adopted by the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Apparel, Fashion & Beauty, Belgium, Environment, European Union, Government, Law, Politics, Society

The European Commission is making accessibility an essential requirement for rail infrastructure when newly built, upgraded or renewed

Posted on 11, March 2013 by

Brussels, 11-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission is making accessibility an essential requirement for rail infrastructure when newly built, upgraded or renewed. Accessibility can be achieved by preventing or removing barriers and through other measures such as provision of assistance. The … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Construction, European Union, Government, Infrastructure & Utilities, Society, Transportation & Logistics

UGent: Burundese mensenrechtenactiviste Solange Habonimana ontvangt Amnesty Leerstoel

Posted on 11, March 2013 by

11-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — De Burundese mensenrechtenacitiviste Solange Habonimana ontvangt op 12 maart 2013 de Leerstoel Amnesty International. In dit kader geeft ze in Vooruit een publiekslezing voor alle geïnteresseerden. Na de lezing volgt een vraag-en-antwoordsessie met het publiek. Voor een … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Education, Non Profit, Society

Janez Potočnik, European Commissioner for Environment: Sustainable use of phosphorus

Posted on 8, March 2013 by

1st European Sustainable Phosphorus Conference – opening of the second day of the conference Brussels, 8-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — Yesterday, a clear message was delivered on the importance of rapidly moving to more efficient use of phosphorus. Scientists, business, Ministers set out … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, Environment, European Union, Government, Politics, Society

Catherine Ashton, EU High Representative, appoints new Heads of EU Delegations to Canada, Indonesia, Israel and Mexico

Posted on 8, March 2013 by

Brussels, 8-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — EU High Representative Catherine Ashton appoints new Heads of EU Delegations to Canada, Indonesia, Israel and Mexico Catherine Ashton, High Representative of the European Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice President of the Commission, announced today the … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Government, Politics

EU Justice and Home Affairs Ministers approved proposals on the mutual recognition of protection measures in civil matters at a Justice and Home Affairs Council meeting in Brussels

Posted on 8, March 2013 by

Irish Justice Minister secures agreement on European Protection Order 8-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — EU Justice and Home Affairs Ministers approved proposals on the mutual recognition of protection measures in civil matters at a Justice and Home Affairs Council meeting in Brussels … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Government, Ireland, Law, Politics

The European Commission has cleared under the EU Merger Regulation the joint-venture between Allianz SE and VW Financial Services AG

Posted on 8, March 2013 by

Brussels, 8-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — The European Commission has cleared under the EU Merger Regulation the proposed creation of a joint-venture between Allianz SE and VW Financial Services AG. Allianz SE (Germany) is an international insurance and financial services provider. VW Financial … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, Business, European Union, Financial, Germany, Government, Insurance, Law

National dialogue among Bahrain’s conflicting parties is seen as hopeful by MEPs

Posted on 8, March 2013 by

8-3-2013 — /europawire.eu/ — National dialogue among Bahrain’s conflicting parties is seen as hopeful by MEPs, despite concerns about ongoing violations of human rights. However, to be truly democratic, this dialogue must also include civil society and the political opposition, MEPs … Read the full press release →

Posted in Belgium, European Union, Government, Politics, Society