Newsletter - 13-14 November 2024 - Brussels plenary session

EU-US relations after the election of Donald Trump as president

Following the presidential election in the US, MEPs will discuss the future of EU-US relations under the new administration on Wednesday afternoon.

lood tragedy in Valencia: MEPs to discuss prevention and EU aid

Following floods in Spain that have taken at least 223 lives, plenary will debate how to improve the EU’s resilience to extreme weather events and support those affected by the disaster.

EU deforestation law: Parliament to vote on Thursday on postponement

MEPs will decide whether to delay provisions of the EU deforestation law, which ensures products sold in the EU are not sourced from deforested land anywhere in the world.

COP29: MEPs to adopt position ahead of global climate negotiations

MEPs will debate on Wednesday and vote on Thursday on Parliament’s demands for the 2024 UN Climate Change Conference COP29.

EU preparedness in an uncertain world: MEPs discuss the Niinistö report

On Thursday morning, former Finnish President Sauli Niinistö will present his report on how the EU can better prepare for future civil and military crises.

Violence around football match in Amsterdam and attacks against Israeli fans

On Wednesday, MEPs will discuss the deplorable escalation of violence around the football match in the Netherlands and the unacceptable attacks against Israeli football fans.

Parliament to voice concern over Georgia’s democratic backsliding

In a debate on Wednesday, MEPs are set to address the outcome of Georgia’s disputed parliamentary elections, including alleged Russian interference.

Parliament to voice alarm over Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’

On Thursday, MEPs will vote on a resolution on how the EU should confront the problem of Russia’s shadow fleet carrying crude oil, including the enforcement of sanctions.

Other topics on the agenda

Other topics on the agenda