EPP Group CoR

.@EPP Group in the @EU_CoR: led by @sarirautio ✍🏼thinking globally, acting locally 🇪🇺 Watch out for an #EPPLocalDialogue near you!

[European Committee of the Regions @EU_CoR]

As the first defence hearing of Istanbul Mayor @ekrem_imamoglu begins today, CoR Working Group Türkiye Chair @DrenjaninJelena reiterates our support for democracy, rule of law and local self-government.

Read the joint statement: https://t.co/WyqcyMfvZw

@imamoglu_int

[European Committee of the Regions @EU_CoR]

How can Europe’s next agricultural budget better support farmers and rural areas? 🌾

At #CoRPlenary, the opinion on the Common Agricultural Policy for the Period 2028–2034 by rapporteur @PiotrCalbecki was adopted 👇

@EPP_CoR

[European Committee of the Regions @EU_CoR]

#Eplenary, @EP_Fisheries 👇

Our rapporteur,Thibault Guignard's opinion recently adopted at #CoRplenary calls for an EU funding dedicated to fisheries, aquaculture and coastal communities to be maintained at least at current levels under the next MFF.

[European Committee of the Regions @EU_CoR]

Our thoughts are with the people of Kyiv and all Ukrainian cities again targeted by Russia's brutal attacks. We stand in solidarity with Mayor @Vitaliy_Klychko and every community affected. Ukraine's strength lies in its people. Their courage, resilience and hope remain unbroken.

[EPP Group CoR @EPP_CoR]

@HannaZdanowska Every solar panel installed on a school roof and every heat pump manufactured in Europe strengthens our energy security while creating jobs, driving innovation and supporting sustainable economic growth. @vlasta_krmelj

[EPP Group CoR @EPP_CoR]

Europe can achieve its ambitious climate goals, but only if we radically strengthen implementation. The direction is European, yet action happens in our cities and regions—where clean technologies are deployed, investments are made and public support is built. @mmarkkula

[EPP Group CoR @EPP_CoR]

Achieving 🇪🇺's 2030 climate & energy targets requires massive investment in electricity grids at regional & local level. EU funding must help modernise these networks, reduce the cost of the energy transition & deliver more affordable energy for citizens. @HannaZdanowska

[EPP Group CoR @EPP_CoR]

In Cantabria, fisheries are not just an industry — they are identity, culture and community.

A 67% cut to EU fisheries funding is unacceptable. Europe must preserve a dedicated fisheries fund with at least the current budget to protect this strategic sector. @misabelurrutia

[EPP Group CoR @EPP_CoR]

The future of EU fisheries depends on clear political choices: generational renewal, a strong dedicated budget, and recognition of fishermen’s commitment to sustainability.
Protecting our oceans & keeping Europe’s fishing sector competitive must go hand in hand. @LopezMirasF

[EPP Group CoR @EPP_CoR]

If we want #CAP reform to succeed, we must build it together with farmers in every European village. Without them, reform will only create more bureaucracy, holding back investment, innovation, and the future of European agriculture. @PiotrCalbecki

[EPP Group CoR @EPP_CoR]

Europe cannot afford delay.

Ahead of UN CBD #COP17 and UNFCCC #COP31, we call for a faster break from fossil fuels, stronger climate resilience and investment in nature.
Regions and cities must be at the table — because they deliver Europe’s green commitments. @KBakoyannis

[EPP Group CoR @EPP_CoR]

Europe must seize this moment to modernise its budget so it can truly deliver on security & resilience. But let us be clear: we cannot do more with less. A credible & ambitious MFF requires new, sustainable sources of funding and a strengthened system of own resources @sarirautio

[Borboly Csaba @borbolycsaba]

450 billion euros for EU cohesion 2028–2034. At least 218 billion for less developed regions. Harghita County qualifies. But only regions that prepare NOW will receive it. Attended the @ @EPP_CoR conference in Trnava today. The clock is ticking.

#CohesionPolicy #PlaceBasedDevelopment

[Borboly Csaba @borbolycsaba]

New European Bauhaus event today reinforced: local heritage and craftsmanship ARE competitive assets — if the right funding frameworks exist. Rural identity is not a weakness. It's a foundation.

[Nicolás Pascual de la Parte @Nicolasdlparte]

La Unión Europea de la Defensa se construye desde Bruselas, pero también desde nuestras regiones. El 16 de junio, en Cartagena, reafirmamos la necesidad de integrar a las pymes, fortalecer nuestra industria y trabajar juntos para una Europa más fuerte y segura. 🇪🇺 @EPP_CoR @EPPGroup

https://t.co/SDQdCOVrbo

[Kostas Bakoyannis @KBakoyannis]

Από τις Βρυξέλλες στην Ασίζη.

Η Ευρώπη δεν χτίζεται μόνο στις Βρυξέλλες. Χτίζεται στις πόλεις και τις περιφέρειές της.

Ως Πρόεδρος της Επιτροπής Περιβάλλοντος, Κλιματικής Αλλαγής και Ενέργειας (ENVE) της Ευρωπαϊκής Επιτροπής των Περιφερειών, βρέθηκα στην Ασίζη για την ετήσια εξωτερική συνεδρίασή μας, φέρνοντας την ευρωπαϊκή συζήτηση εκεί όπου οι πολιτικές εφαρμόζονται.

Συζητήσαμε πώς η πράσινη μετάβαση μπορεί να επιταχυνθεί χωρίς να υπονομεύει την ανταγωνιστικότητα των οικονομιών μας και χωρίς να μεταφράζεται σε ακριβότερους λογαριασμούς ενέργειας για πολίτες και επιχειρήσεις.

Η Ευρώπη χρειάζεται πολιτικές που προστατεύουν το περιβάλλον, ενισχύουν την ενεργειακή ασφάλεια και παραμένουν κοινωνικά δίκαιες και οικονομικά βιώσιμες. Γιατί η επιτυχία της πράσινης μετάβασης θα κριθεί τελικά στις τοπικές κοινωνίες, εκεί όπου οι ευρωπαϊκές αποφάσεις γίνονται καθημερινότητα.
@EPP_CoR @EU_CoR

[Borboly Csaba @borbolycsaba]

The green transition can only succeed together with local communities.
Europe’s environmental objectives will only be achieved if local and regional authorities are given the tools, funding and flexibility needed to deliver them on the ground. In rural and mountainous regions, biodiversity protection must be balanced with the safety, livelihoods and long-term presence of local communities.
We cannot ignore the growing challenges of human–wildlife coexistence. When wildlife damage forces farmers to abandon their land, we risk losing the very people whose work preserves the grasslands and meadows Europe seeks to protect.
Europe’s environmental policies must be practical, fair and adapted to local realities. Regions are ready to deliver, but they need support and recognition of their specific circumstances.

@EPP_CoR

#GreenTransition #Biodiversity #RuralDevelopment #EURegions

[Patrik Schwarcz-Kiefer @SchwarczKiefer]

At the #SEDEC meeting, I highlighted that culture and heritage strengthen democracy, social cohesion and resilient communities. Local and regional authorities must play a stronger role in preserving Europe’s cultural and linguistic diversity. @EPP_CoR

[EPP Group CoR @EPP_CoR]

Great to exchange views with the @EPP family ahead of the EPP Summit. Productive discussions on Europe’s priorities and the next #MFF as we look ahead to the @EUCouncil. @sarirautio @vonderleyen @PetteriOrpo @magyarpeterMP

[EPP Group CoR @EPP_CoR]

Ahead of @EUCouncil discussions on the next phase of the #MFF negotiations, @sarirautio and @Moedas call on national governments to demonstrate ambition, responsibility and confidence in Europe's regions and cities. Read the op-ed on @sapo
https://t.co/HBH8cp9SRv