The use of Huawei, a firm believed to represent a security risk in member states’ 5G networks, is under consideration in Brussels as a mandatory prohibition. Only a third of EU nations have complied with advice to remove Huawei from vital communication networks.
According to a recent Eurobarometer survey, 71% of citizens are aware of the EU’s existence and how its choices affect the lives of common people. The EU’s reputation has increased confidence that it can address problems like the conflict in Ukraine, high energy costs, and inflation.
Chinese Invasion of Taiwan
Officials are worried that it could be challenging to live up to these expectations. Although national governments are more well-liked than EU lawmakers, support for Ukraine is still very high.
With over two-thirds of the population expected to vote in the election taking place next week, there is more interest in politics than ever before, which will help the Greens and Centrists pass ambitious policies to slow climate change. Fighting poverty and social isolation are priorities for citizens, with 60% of Europeans saying they would prefer neutrality in the case of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.
- EU considers mandatory ban on Huawei in 5G networks.
- Eurobarometer survey shows 71% are aware of the EU and confident in addressing issues.
- Europeans prioritize climate change, poverty, and neutrality in the upcoming election, boosting political interest.
According to a poll by the European Council on Foreign Relations, 60% of Europeans think their nation should remain neutral in the case of a Chinese invasion.
The European Parliament was the subject of the most Olaf investigations last year, which involved roughly 20 investigations against parliamentary personnel.
The watchdog suggested recovering €427 million and stopping the misuse of €198 million. Olaf also fights against more conventional forms of fraud and smuggling, such as the trade in threatened glass eels and the alteration of 46% of honey imported into the EU.
