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EPP Group in the European Parliament
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The largest political group in the European Parliament. We defend centre-right policies to promote growth and jobs in a more integrated Europe. #JobsJobsJobs
The European Parliament will vote on the European Deforestation Regulation on Wednesday.

"We want a more nuanced approach that keeps the fight against deforestation effective while avoiding unnecessary burdens on small and micro-enterprises,” says MEP Christine Schneider.
November 24, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Europe and Ukraine must defend their shared interests and not give in to Moscow, insist Members of the EPP Group, amid talks about a peace plan and ahead of Parliament's plenary debate.

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November 24, 2025 at 2:31 PM
On Wednesday, the European Parliament will debate, at the initiative of the EPP Group, the situation of Christian communities and religious minorities in Nigeria and the Middle East.

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November 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
On Wednesday, the European Parliament will debate the EU’s response to ongoing airspace violations and sabotage of critical infrastructure by Russia and Belarus.

The EPP Group calls for decisive and united action as well as stronger EU #defence.
November 24, 2025 at 12:00 PM
The European Parliament will give final green light to the European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP) on Tuesday. The EPP Group sees this programme as a vital foundation for European #defence preparedness by 2030.

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November 24, 2025 at 10:00 AM
China’s latest rare earth export restrictions expose Europe's dangerous strategic dependencies. The EPP Group welcomes China’s decision to lift restrictions on nine minerals and introduce a fast-track licensing system for European companies - but more is needed.

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November 24, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Disinformation and foreign influence threaten what we stand for. The EPP Group calls for united European action through the #DemocracyShield to defend democracy and protect our shared values.

Read more 👉 epp.group/53uwejmd

#EUDS
November 23, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Our democracy can’t defend itself. Governments, tech companies, and citizens must stand together against manipulation and hybrid threats.

Read more 👉 epp.group/53uwejmd

#DemocracyShield #EUDS
November 21, 2025 at 6:00 PM
📢 EPP Group - Press Conference: Parliament starts scrutiny of the Commission’s funding of NGOs

🗣 Speaker:
@dirkgotink.bsky.social MEP
📅 Tuesday 25 November | from 9.30-10.00 CET
📍 EP, Strasbourg - Press Room

More info: epp.group/lgcoiltv
EPP Group Press Conference, Tuesday 9:30: Parliament starts scrutiny of the Commission’s funding of NGOs
The EPP Group invites journalists to the following press conference:What?"Parliament starts scrutiny of the Commission’s funding of NGOs" - Press conference ahead of the ...
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November 21, 2025 at 9:58 AM
The EPP Group is committed to protecting the rule of law by making EU budget payments conditional.

Europe must strengthen its conditionality rules. We need a clear, coherent and unified approach to all EU rule-of-law instruments.

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November 20, 2025 at 11:28 AM
Fake news and foreign interference threaten our votes.

The EPP Group is pushing for a European Centre for Democratic Resilience to protect every election.

Read more 👉 epp.group/53uwejmd

#DemocracyShield #EUDS
November 19, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The average farmer is 57 years old, and only 12% are under 40.

The situation is becoming critical, and we urgently need to support a new generation of farming professionals. It’s simple: without farmers, there is no food.

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November 19, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Social media can be a weapon or a shield. Platforms must stop the spread of disinformation and keep elections safe under the Digital Services Act.

Read more 👉 epp.group/53uwejmd

#DemocracyShield #DSA
November 17, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Free and independent media are the backbone of democracy. The EPP Group calls for stronger media freedom and support for journalists through the European #DemocracyShield.

Read more 👉 epp.group/53uwejmd

#EUDS
November 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
New episode!

Bridging the Atlantic: The Future of EU-US Relations 🇪🇺🇺🇸

Tune in to our #podcast: https://epp.group/s7e5 🎙️

Featuring MEP Željana Zovko, MEP Michał Szczerba, and Executive Director Tomi Huhtanen (Martens Centre) as they discuss their work on #EUUS relations.
November 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🚨 New #podcast alert! 🚨

Over the past few years, the geopolitical landscape has been reshaped. Tune in to learn what lies ahead for 🇪🇺🇺🇸 relations 👉 https://epp.group/s7e5 🎧

Featuring MEPs Željana Zovko and Michał Szczerba, and Executive Director Tomi Huhtanen (Martens Centre).

#EUUS
November 13, 2025 at 6:00 PM
✅ A good day for European businesses and competitiveness!

The EPP promised voters to cut red tape, simplify existing regulations, and remove unnecessary burdens for European companies.

Today we delivered!

Read more: epp.group/0ny5jn9t #EPlenary #Omnibus
November 13, 2025 at 11:35 AM
It was exactly 10 years ago. A barbaric Islamist terrorist attack claimed the lives of over 130 people. The wounds of this tragedy still sting, but France and Europe do not give in to fear.

We stand united - free, resilient, and determined to defend our way of life.

#Paris
November 13, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Big win! 🍼 🗳️

MEPs on maternity leave can now delegate their vote to a colleague, ensuring citizens’ voices are heard during pregnancy and the first months after birth.

A meaningful step for work-life balance and a modern, inclusive Parliament. #EPlenary
November 13, 2025 at 9:49 AM
Disinformation, manipulation, cyberattacks - our democracy is under attack. The EPP Group calls for a bold and united defence through the European #DemocracyShield.

Read more 👉 epp.group/53uwejmd

#EUDS
November 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The EPP Group welcomes the first Annual Migration Management Cycle, which offers an overview of the EU’s asylum and migration situation, identifies challenges across the EU, and proposes a Solidarity Pool.

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November 12, 2025 at 2:50 PM
🚨 New #podcast alert! 🚨

Over the past few years, the geopolitical landscape has been reshaped. Tune in to learn what lies ahead for 🇪🇺🇺🇸 relations 👉 https://epp.group/s7e5 🎧

Featuring MEPs Željana Zovko and Michał Szczerba, and Executive Director Tomi Huhtanen (Martens Centre).

#EUUS
Bridging the Atlantic: The Future of EU-US Relations
EU Decoded · Episode
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November 11, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The EPP Group is fighting for a more coordinated and forward-looking EU response to #migration challenges.

On Wednesday, the European Parliament will hold a plenary debate on the European Commission’s first Annual Asylum and Migration Report.
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November 11, 2025 at 10:00 AM
The EPP Group expects the European Commission to show ambition and courage when it unveils the long-awaited European #DemocracyShield.

"The Parliament expects an ambitious and courageous reform agenda to defend democracy,” says MEP Tomas Tobé, Parliament’s rapporteur for the #EUDS.
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November 11, 2025 at 8:06 AM
The EPP Group urges all political groups to back its drive to slash red tape and ease the administrative burden on European businesses.

“Businesses have repeatedly stressed the need to cut red tape and unnecessary complexity in order to remain competitive,” says Jörgen Warborn.
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November 10, 2025 at 12:00 PM