European Parliament Plenary Session to Address Key Policy Issues
Major discussions include EU foreign affairs, internal security strategies, and fundamental rights.
The European Parliament will convene for a plenary session on Monday, March 31, at 16:30, in the Daphne Caruana Galizia Press Room and via the Interactio platform.
Key topics on the agenda include discussions concerning the European Council meeting held on March 20, with debates featuring European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa.
Further, the session will see EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas present on the Union's common foreign, defence, and security policy objectives looking ahead to 2025. This will be followed by votes on two pertinent resolutions.
The Parliament will also engage in debates regarding the internal security strategy and the proposed “Preparedness Union” initiative, aiming to enhance collective security measures across member states.
Another significant item on the agenda is the discussion on the new steel and metals action plan, alongside a broader examination of the EU's approach to energy-intensive industries.
A resolution regarding these topics is set to be voted on during the session.
Additional debates will focus on the European Commission’s recently introduced savings and investments union initiative, which is positioned as part of Europe’s economic recovery efforts.
Kaja Kallas will again take the floor to address pressing international issues, including the crackdown on democratic protests in Türkiye, the ongoing situation in Gaza, and allegations of war crimes linked to Russia's actions in Ukraine.
Furthermore, discussions are expected to cover the threats to fundamental rights in Hungary, spotlighting the ongoing concerns regarding governance and democratic values within the EU member states.
Interpretation of the press briefing will be available in multiple languages, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Polish.
Journalists wishing to participate actively can connect via Interactio, with recommendations for optimal setup provided to ensure sound quality and effective communication during the session.
Key topics on the agenda include discussions concerning the European Council meeting held on March 20, with debates featuring European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and Portuguese Prime Minister António Costa.
Further, the session will see EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas present on the Union's common foreign, defence, and security policy objectives looking ahead to 2025. This will be followed by votes on two pertinent resolutions.
The Parliament will also engage in debates regarding the internal security strategy and the proposed “Preparedness Union” initiative, aiming to enhance collective security measures across member states.
Another significant item on the agenda is the discussion on the new steel and metals action plan, alongside a broader examination of the EU's approach to energy-intensive industries.
A resolution regarding these topics is set to be voted on during the session.
Additional debates will focus on the European Commission’s recently introduced savings and investments union initiative, which is positioned as part of Europe’s economic recovery efforts.
Kaja Kallas will again take the floor to address pressing international issues, including the crackdown on democratic protests in Türkiye, the ongoing situation in Gaza, and allegations of war crimes linked to Russia's actions in Ukraine.
Furthermore, discussions are expected to cover the threats to fundamental rights in Hungary, spotlighting the ongoing concerns regarding governance and democratic values within the EU member states.
Interpretation of the press briefing will be available in multiple languages, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Polish.
Journalists wishing to participate actively can connect via Interactio, with recommendations for optimal setup provided to ensure sound quality and effective communication during the session.
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