European Commission

Across generations. From all backgrounds. With different experiences. But all with one common goal: to make Europe stronger. The structure of the von der Leyen II Commission.

Don’t get lost in translation!  Europe, with its rich tapestry of 2⃣4⃣ official languages, is home to words and sayings that convey emotions, concepts, and experiences beyond simple translation. Our translators and interpreters help bring our Union together every day by fostering understanding with their cultural and linguistic craft. Some concepts are more challenging than others! Here are some of our favourite unique sayings from across the 🇪🇺 👇    🇵🇹 Empurrar com a barriga  🇭🇷 Doće maca na vratanca  🇨🇿 Chodit kolem horké kaše  🇩🇪 Klar wie Kloßbrühe  🇳🇱 Ik zweet peentjes  🇫🇷 J'ai d'autres chats à fouetter  🇪🇸 De perdidos al río    Tell us, what’s your favourite saying in your mother tongue?     #InternationalTranslationDay #EuropeanUnion 

European citizens support the energy policy pursued by the EU in the last five years    Our latest Eurobarometer shows that almost 8 out of 10 Europeans  agree that our climate targets will spur new jobs and attract investments in the clean energy sector.     The survey also reports that almost 7 out of 10 Europeans believe our policies will reduce dependence on energy imports.    Looking ahead:    ➡️ 77% say the EU should have a stronger role in coordinating energy matters.  ➡️ 69% think our policies will ensure reduced energy bills for households and businesses  ➡️ 53% believe the EU should encourage its countries to fight energy poverty.    Dive into the full results → https://europa.eu/!pDm4Ft    #EuropeanUnion 

We bridge inequalities with sound solidarity.     Our Cohesion Policy helps our Union move forward together, ensuring no one is left behind. It supports projects that reduce social and economic disparities across the EU.    One way to achieve this is by investing in infrastructure and transport.    For example, it helped:    🚆 connect 🇮🇹 🇸🇮 🇭🇷 with a new Cross-Border Train Line;   🇷🇴 modernise the tram lines in Timișoara. 🇬🇷 build the new metro network in Thessaloniki counting 13 stations.   A more cohesive Union is a stronger Union.    Learn more about the Cohesion Policy → https://europa.eu/!43QqDX    #EUFunded #EuropeanUnion  

 Let’s paint Wall Street blue and gold! 🌟    This week President von der Leyen rang the famous New York Stock Exchange bell – a symbol of an institution that has driven US economic growth for centuries. The EU is developing its own robust framework to provide businesses with the financing they need. The Savings and Investment Union aims to bolster our capital markets union and ensure that private investment fuels our productivity and innovation. #EuropeanUnion 

This year marks 40 years of EU-funded research.    🔭 Over the years, we have invested about €283 billion in research.    🏆 More than 30 Nobel Prizes have been won by EU-funded researchers.  👩🔬 More than 120,000 grants have been provided to about 75,000 beneficiaries.     Looking ahead, our ambitious Horizon Europe programme will continue to support research and innovation with a budget of €93.5 billion until 2027.    We have set concrete goals through EU Missions to bring solutions to some of the greatest challenges of our time, including:    🍃 Adaptation to Climate change    🎗️ Cancer: working with Europe's Beating Cancer Plan    🌊 Restore our Ocean and Waters    🌱 A Soil Deal for Europe    🏙️ 100 Climate-Neutral and Smart Cities by 2030     Here are 40 EU-funded success stories for each of the 40 years. ➡ https://europa.eu/!J9339B     #EU40YearsRI #EUfunded #EUMissions

Your pizza box, raincoat, and cosmetics might hide harmful substances 🍕🧥💅    It’s surprising, but these everyday items can contain PFHxA – commonly referred to as a "forever chemical."     PFHxA is part of a larger group known as PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), which poses unacceptable risks to both our health and the environment. These chemicals don’t break down naturally and can seep into our soil and drinking water, leading to long-term contamination.     It’s a silent threat that could have lasting effects on our well-being and the planet’s ecosystems. Under the EU REACH Regulation, we're working to restrict PFHxA and related substances in consumer textiles, food packaging, consumer mixtures and cosmetics. The phased transition period will last from 18 months to 5 years to give manufacturers time to adopt safer alternatives. Learn more here → https://europa.eu/!YcVVRq 

🚌 Next Stop: Europe!    Believe it or not, these are all impressive bus stations across the EU!     On World Tourism Day, why not explore a destination nearby by hopping on a bus and taking in the scenic views along the way?     If you are looking for your next travel inspiration, choose a place where sustainability meets tourism!    And if you need any tips, discover all past and present European Capitals of Smart Tourism — an initiative that rewards cities for their innovation in accessibility, digitalisation, sustainability, cultural heritage and creativity → https://lnkd.in/d5XSgQ3    Let’s travel smarter and greener!     #TourismDay #EUTourismCapital #EuropeanUnion 

“Any discrimination based on race, colour, ethnic or social origin shall be prohibited.”  — Article 21 of the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights    Our mid-term report on the EU's Anti-Racism Action Plan reveals that, despite progress, racial and ethnic discrimination persists:    🔹 61% of Europeans say that discrimination based on skin colour is widespread in their country  🔹 45% of People of African Descent reported experiencing racial discrimination in 2022, up from 39% in 2016.  🔹 Only 9% of victims report incidents    Today, we reaffirm our commitment to combat discrimination and call on EU countries to implement equality strategies.    Hatred leads to racism, but tolerance paves the way to unity.    Read more about the EU's Anti-Racism Action Plan 2020-2025 midterm report → https://europa.eu/!dy3VHc    #UnionOfEquality 

Hello, Olá, Bonjour, Ahoj, Hoi, Labas… 👋  These are just some of the ways to say 'hello' in our diverse EU!    Multilingualism is one of the founding principles that makes the EU so unique. In our Union, we:    🌍 Speak 24 official languages  🎉 Embrace 60 regional and indigenous languages, spoken by 40 million people  🚀 Thrive in multilingualism, with 3 in 5 Europeans speaking a foreign language    Today, we mark the European Day of Languages to celebrate the magic of language learning – the key to making connections, exploring new cultures, forging friendships and making travel a breeze!    How many languages do you speak, and which one would you like to learn next?    #EDLangs #EUDayofLanguages #UnitedInDiversity