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This study assesses the adequacy of the post-2027 MFF proposals in providing support for dealing with natural disasters. It examines measures related to prevention and preparedness before disasters occur, as well as immediate responses and recovery support afterwards. Based on this analysis, it formulates policy recommendations on how the proposals could be improved.

Sudan’s civil war between the SAF and RSF has triggered the world’s worst humanitarian crisis. Millions are displaced and foreign backing prolongs the conflict. Despite EU-led donor efforts covering food, health, and water, chronic underfunding and ongoing violence severely hinder aid delivery.

This briefing was drafted to support the ENVI mission to the First Conference on Transitioning Away from Fossil Fuels, which took place in Colombia from 24-29 April 2026. The briefing outlines the conference’s methodology as well as central dynamics and processes.

The proposals for the next MFF include substantial changes in the approach to funding for employment and social objectives. The study compares it with the current MFF, with special attention to the implications for the European Pillar of Social Rights and concludes with recommendations for the EP.

This briefing addresses the digitalisation of political campaigning which has made transparency in political advertising essential for electoral integrity. The Regulation on the transparency and targeting of political advertising introduces harmonised transparency obligations and limits on targeting and ad-delivery techniques.

The adoption of AI systems among young learners in EU schools may expose them to cognitive risks affecting attention, memory and critical thinking, requiring strong teacher guidance. The EU can act by integrating the cognitive dimension into regulatory frameworks for AI in education.

This study maps EU allocations and instruments supporting natural disaster prevention, preparedness, response and recovery under the 2021–2027 Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) and compares them with the European Commission’s proposals for the 2028–2034 MFF.

China’s industrial overcapacity is seen as a growing threat to EU manufacturers, distorting competition and trade. Impacts vary by sector, with some sectors seeing rising export-to-revenue ratios and increased exports to the EU. EU’s policy toolbox and cooperative avenues are explored for solutions.

The study examines the feasibility of an optional 28th EU tax regime to support competitiveness. It proposes a framework parallel to those of the 27 EU Member States to reduce cross-border tax complexity and legal uncertainty while preserving subsidiarity, fiscal sovereignty, and safeguards against abuse.

This study assesses how the proposed National and Regional Partnership Plans (NRPPs) Regulation restructures the support relevant to Cohesion Policy and regional development. Based on this analysis, it formulates policy recommendations on how the Proposal could be adjusted to better achieve cohesion objectives.

The study assesses recent EU farm income trends driven by rising input costs across Member States and farm types. It identifies gaps in income data, reviews income support measures, and outlines policy options to improve targeting and support the long-term economic sustainability of EU farm incomes.

Provides an analysis of the current legislative framework on ambient air quality, highlights the most relevant case law of the Court of Justice of the European Union concerning air quality, and examines selected infringement procedures and petitions.