European Economic and Social Committee

News from the #EUCivilSociety assembly. We bring the voices of organised #CivilSociety to Europe. Employers, Workers, NGOs... Because every voice counts.

[European Economic and Social Committee @EU_EESC]

We need reforms for a more resilient EU economy for all.

We advanced key recommendations on Digital Omnibus & Customs reforms.

Next up, our focus turns to:
🇪🇺 the 28th Regime;
🚫 tackle unjustified territorial supply constraints;
💶modernising payments with the Digital EuroWe need reforms for a more resilient EU economy for all.

We advanced key recommendations on Digital Omnibus & Customs reforms.

Next up, our focus turns to:
🇪🇺 the 28th Regime;
🚫 tackle unjustified territorial supply constraints;
💶modernising payments with the Digital EuroWe need reforms for a more resilient EU economy for all.

We advanced key recommendations on Digital Omnibus & Customs reforms.

Next up, our focus turns to:
🇪🇺 the 28th Regime;
🚫 tackle unjustified territorial supply constraints;
💶modernising payments with the Digital EuroWe need reforms for a more resilient EU economy for all.

We advanced key recommendations on Digital Omnibus & Customs reforms.

Next up, our focus turns to:
🇪🇺 the 28th Regime;
🚫 tackle unjustified territorial supply constraints;
💶modernising payments with the Digital Euro.

[European Economic and Social Committee @EU_EESC]

The EU needs a strong, coherent #Bioeconomy strategy to break fossil fuel dependence & protect our biodiversity.

On #WorldEnvironmentDay, we call for:
🌳 a strategy firmly anchored in the #EUGreenDeal;
🌳 clear sustainability safeguards;
🌳 prioritising the waste hierarchy.

[Civil Society Organisations' Group of the EESC @CSOGroupEESC]

🗞️Our #CSOBulletin is out!

In this issue:
📌Comments on #ESDR2026, Hungarian parliamentary election & @EUCssrMcGrath visit to 🇪🇸
📌Insider Briefing #CircularEconomyAct
📌Conference on Civil society driving the EU sustainability agenda on 30 June @UCC

📄https://t.co/B4qHCGoZQD

[European Economic and Social Committee @EU_EESC]

A more secure, stable & prosperous Mediterranean also requires strong civic dialogue.

We call for:
🤝 greater involvement of #EUCivilSociety;
🤝 stronger support for enterprises & start-ups;
🤝 inclusive and sustainable growth across the region.

🔗 https://t.co/OgqOhUfNbF

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

Working towards a more secure, stable and prosperous Common Mediterranean Space.

We will help social enterprises in the Southern Mediterranean access financing and foster job creation in the region with a new €80 million Social Entrepreneurship Fund.

🔗https://t.co/BFHFSklJiq

[European Economic and Social Committee @EU_EESC]

We welcome the focus on structural challenges in the Spring Semester Package, but we call for bolder moves this Autumn.

We need:
📈 permanent fiscal capacity & joint debt to bridge the investment gap;
🛡️ a permanent SURE instrument to protect jobs.

More: https://t.co/F2F8kMes1e

[European Commission @EU_Commission]

How can the EU become stronger, more competitive, and more resilient?

The 2026 Spring Semester Package provides guidance to EU countries on how to:

✅ Increase social cohesion
✅ Strengthen strategic autonomy
✅ Boost competitiveness
✅ Build economic resilience

…while maintaining sound public finances.

Read more: https://t.co/5dzGdrMcEm

[European Economic and Social Committee @EU_EESC]

The European #CircularEconomy Stakeholder Platform conference showed that circularity is an environmental imperative & a strategic necessity. It will only scale if it becomes a key part of the #SingleMarket.

We keep working for a just transition with #EUCivilSociety at its coreThe European #CircularEconomy Stakeholder Platform conference showed that circularity is an environmental imperative & a strategic necessity. It will only scale if it becomes a key part of the #SingleMarket.

We keep working for a just transition with #EUCivilSociety at its coreThe European #CircularEconomy Stakeholder Platform conference showed that circularity is an environmental imperative & a strategic necessity. It will only scale if it becomes a key part of the #SingleMarket.

We keep working for a just transition with #EUCivilSociety at its coreThe European #CircularEconomy Stakeholder Platform conference showed that circularity is an environmental imperative & a strategic necessity. It will only scale if it becomes a key part of the #SingleMarket.

We keep working for a just transition with #EUCivilSociety at its core.

[European Economic and Social Committee @EU_EESC]

Happy #WorldBicycleDay!

For many years, we have promoted cycling culture across Europe and supported:
🚲 more investment in cycling infrastructure;
🚲 more space in public transport;
🚲 high-quality cycling networks.

Prepare for your next adventure with our cycling lexicon. �Happy #WorldBicycleDay!

For many years, we have promoted cycling culture across Europe and supported:
🚲 more investment in cycling infrastructure;
🚲 more space in public transport;
🚲 high-quality cycling networks.

Prepare for your next adventure with our cycling lexicon. �Happy #WorldBicycleDay!

For many years, we have promoted cycling culture across Europe and supported:
🚲 more investment in cycling infrastructure;
🚲 more space in public transport;
🚲 high-quality cycling networks.

Prepare for your next adventure with our cycling lexicon. �Happy #WorldBicycleDay!

For many years, we have promoted cycling culture across Europe and supported:
🚲 more investment in cycling infrastructure;
🚲 more space in public transport;
🚲 high-quality cycling networks.

Prepare for your next adventure with our cycling lexicon. 👇

[European Economic and Social Committee @EU_EESC]

Join now our event with @EU_CoR & @Europarl_EN as we turn @EnricoLetta's vision of 'One Europe One Market' into action!

We will look at:
🛡️ product safety & fair e-commerce;
🌱 sustainable public procurement;
🚀 digital simplification for SMEs.

Tune in: https://t.co/qk0EwLrYwn

[Workers' Group EESC @WorkersEESC]

🔴Live from #Nicosia!

Join us at 8:30 Brussels Time (9:30 in Cyprus)

🇨🇾Discussing @CY2026EU priorities, #Cyprus labour market and its evolution!

📺Follow live

EN https://t.co/y40e901i0d

Floor https://t.co/gnPwHfhdlu

More info https://t.co/jEhnbU9IIz

[European Economic and Social Committee @EU_EESC]

How can nature power the EU’s prosperity? 🌿

Join our @EUgreenweek partner event, organised together with @EU_ENV.

Policymakers, experts & stakeholders are coming together to explore solutions for:
🌾sustainable agriculture;
🏙️greener, resilient urban spaces.

@CSOGroupEESC

[Workers' Group EESC @WorkersEESC]

🔴Live from #Nicosia!
⏲️Starting today at 14.30h

🇨🇾Discussing @CY2026EU priorities, #Cyprus labour market and its evolution!

📺Follow live:

🇬🇧EN: https://t.co/PeOux3pj0W

🎙️Floor: https://t.co/AsaVQKttQg

📄More info https://t.co/xOVc1dgNSl

[Costas Kadis @CostasKadis]

With thanks to @EBCD_bxl, @EU_EESC and MEP @CarmenCrespoPP for organising this event, today, I met with 🌎 Regional Fisheries Management Organisations (RFMOs) to discuss their involvement in the implementation of #BBNJAgreement.
The @EU_Commission is committed to fostering collaboration between the Agreement’s institutions and RFMOs. By aligning science, spatial planning, and sustainability, we can safeguard both biodiversity and the livelihoods that depend on it.
🤝 Together, we can turn the ambitious goals of the BBNJ Agreement into tangible benefits for our ocean and for the people who depend on it.

[Civil Society Organisations' Group of the EESC @CSOGroupEESC]

🌱 Join us to discuss why we need a nature‑positive economy & how the 🇪🇺 EU can drive it forward.

In our @EU_EESC Consumers & Environment Category conference, an official #EUGreenWeek partner event!

🗓️Today
🕝 14:30–17:30 CEST
🖥️ Watch LIVE in EN/FR/DE👉 https://t.co/uAqbDAFdCn

[EESC External Relations @EESC_REX]

🔛 Today's #WesternBalkans Conference highlighted the importance of trust and partnership in 🇪🇺 enlargement & reaffirmed the @EU_EESC's strong support for the Western Balkans.

Thanks to all speakers and participants!

📄Read the joint conclusions https://t.co/tQClNeWqYP

[EESC External Relations @EESC_REX]

🗨️ H.E. Ulrike Hartmann & Eva Liebmann: We must rebuild trust among citizens & strengthen 🇪🇺 credibility. Gradual integration is a way for people to feel the benefits before accession. Enlargement opens new markets & brings in skills and workforce, making both regions winners.📈

[EESC External Relations @EESC_REX]

🔛The Next MFF: Funding #CivilSociety & Accelerating Socio-Economic Convergence

Greater access to 🇪🇺 funds would accelerate convergence & reduce poverty in the region. It must move beyond an economy driven by consumption, remittances & low productivity toward sustainable growth.

[EESC External Relations @EESC_REX]

🙌 @ADobrushi @OpenSociety
#CivilSociety already brings evidence & expertise - the gap is presence. Too often it is not around the tables where decisions are being made. That is the 🔑 difference between being consulted & being a democratic partner in shaping #enlargement policy.

[European Economic and Social Committee @EU_EESC]

Ensuring #LGBTIQ+ people's safety & rights in the EU is not optional.

We support the @EU_Commission's LGBTIQ+ Equality Strategy 2026-2030 & call for:
🌈 stronger action against discrimination, harassment & exclusion;
🌈 an EU-wide ban on conversion practices.

@EU_Justice

[European Economic and Social Committee @EU_EESC]

Spring @EurobarometerEU shows optimism and strong EU support.

📊 72% say EU membership benefits their country;
📊 73% see the EU as a place of stability;
📊 81% support a common defence & security policy.

The survey reflects our recent work and the importance of civic dialogue.

[European Economic and Social Committee @EU_EESC]

Video games should not disappear after purchase. 🎮

The ECI ‘Stop Destroying Videogames’ calls on @EU_Commission to ensure games remain playable after official support ends.

We debated the initiative at our #EESCPlenary, highlighting gaps in EU consumer protection.

[Séamus Boland @EESC_President]

No successful #EUEnlargement without strong civil society.

That is the message I brought to Vienna today, opening the @EU_EESC EU-Western Balkans #CivilSociety High-Level Conference.

Enlargement is a geopolitical imperative -and citizens' trust is built bridge by bridge.