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Running a small NGO or association in Brussels? I have two days a week available for EU affairs communications, public affairs, events, and association management.

20+ years in the field. Clients include IFAW, SEAP, and
Transparency International.

Let's talk. More at: www.pluxconsulting.eu
Jürgen Noack, Managing Director at PLUX Consulting
April 29, 2026 at 7:25 AM
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We have launched three half-day #training sessions for #communications professionals in #EUaffairs:

▪️ Social Media
▪️ Media Relations and Press Releases, and
▪️ Crisis Communication.

Practical, interactive, built for the Brussels bubble.
Learn more at: pluxconsulting.eu/training
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April 21, 2026 at 12:35 PM
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The #EU and #Australia have concluded negotiations on a #FreeTradeAgreement. It removes over 99% of tariffs on EU goods exports, strengthens access to critical raw materials, & protects hundreds of EU food, wine & spirit names in Australia.

Learn more: policy.trade.ec.europa.eu/eu-trade-rel...
EU-Australia
EU-Australia Trade Agreement
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March 24, 2026 at 2:52 PM
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The European Parliament's March plenary session last week covered a range of issues: housing affordability, labour shortages, AI copyright, EU enlargement, and priorities for the 2027 budget.

Find out more in this recap from the EP Think Tank: www.europarl.europa.eu/thinktank/en...
Photographer: Fred MARVAUX Copyright: © European Union 2026 - Source: EP
March 16, 2026 at 11:45 AM
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The Brussels Economic Forum returns on 7 May 2026, this year under the title "The EU's AI Economy in the Global Race."

Worth watching if EU #competitiveness and #AI policy are on your radar.

Registration is open: ec.europa.eu/economy_fina...

#EUBEF26
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March 13, 2026 at 9:18 AM
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🇪🇺🇮🇳 The full text of the #EU - #India Free Trade Agreement is now available online. Negotiations concluded on 27 January 2026, marking a significant step forward in EU-India trade relations.

🔗 Read the official texts here: policy.trade.ec.europa.eu/eu-trade-rel...

#EUIndiaFTA #Trade
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March 6, 2026 at 9:32 AM
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Next week in the European Parliament, debates will take place on cyberbullying and child protection, the EU’s first anti-poverty strategy, labour exploitation, trade and agriculture files, and the proposed 2040 climate target.

Read more in this EP Think Tank post: epthinktank.eu/2026/02/06/e...
European Parliament Plenary Session February 2026
Members gather for the February plenary session with an agenda that includes a debate on the 2025 annual report on the European Central Bank and a statement to mark World Cancer Day, as well as debate...
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February 6, 2026 at 10:08 AM
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An eventful year is coming to a close, marking the third year for PLUX Consulting.

I want to take this opportunity to thank all my clients, partners and friends for their trust and cooperation.

Wishing you relaxing holidays and a healthy, happy and successful New Year!
Season's Greetings
December 18, 2025 at 2:54 PM
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🇪🇺 Tomorrow, at 9:00 a.m., the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, will deliver this year's State of the Union address.

Expectations are high, and the current challenges are even greater. Watch the livestream here: www.europarl.europa.eu/topics/en/ar...
State of the EU 2025: follow the debate in the European Parliament | Topics | European Parliament
Is the EU doing a good job? MEPs will review current challenges and plans to tackle them with Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on 10 September.
www.europarl.europa.eu
September 9, 2025 at 8:40 AM
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Yesterday’s announcement of an EU-US tariff agreement has been met with mixed reactions in the European press, ranging from relief to criticism.

Read the assessments of different commentators here: www.eurotopics.net/en/342626/wh...

via Eurotopics.net
What are the implications of the tariff agreement?
US President Donald Trump and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have announced a deal in the tariff dispute: tariffs of 15 percent will apply to EU exports to the US.
www.eurotopics.net
July 28, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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🇪🇺🇩🇰 Today, Denmark takes over the Presidency of the Council of the EU. Its programme focuses on security, support for Ukraine, competitiveness, and the green transition. Find out more here: danish-presidency.consilium.europa.eu/en/programme...
Copenhagen River. Image by Duc Tinh Ngo from Pixabay.
July 1, 2025 at 7:37 AM
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🇪🇺 EU leaders are meeting in Brussels today for their last summit before the summer break. You can follow live coverage and updates here.

⭕ EurActiv: www.euractiv.com/section/poli...

⭕ Euronews: www.euronews.com/my-europe/20...

⭕ Politico: www.politico.eu/article/eu-l...
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June 26, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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During the last European Parliament plenary session, MEPs addressed global crises. They discussed the control of EU funds and endorsed new regulations on animal welfare and the protection of children from sexual abuse.
Read more in the EP Think Tank blog: epthinktank.eu/2025/06/20/p...
Plenary round-up – June 2025
One focus of the June 2025 plenary session was the situation in the Middle East, with Members debating statements from Kaja Kallas, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Po...
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June 20, 2025 at 7:46 AM
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The EU Commission has launched a consultation on the Consumer Agenda 2025–2030 and an Action Plan for Consumers in the Single Market. Stakeholders can share their views until 11 August 2025.

Find out more here: ec.europa.eu/info/law/bet...

#Consultation #ConsumerPolicy #SingleMarket
May 20, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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📣 New rules at the European Parliament: as of 1 May, lobbyists must activate their access badge daily using terminals at the entrance — even if your badge is marked “active” online. More bureaucracy, more waiting — what is the added value? #EUpublicaffairs #lobbying #transparency
Emma Brown, President of SEAP
April 30, 2025 at 10:26 AM
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❓Have you ever wondered which EU legislative proposals have received the most attention from lobbyists? @politico.eu has done the maths and compiled a ranking of tabled amendments during the last 20 years.

Small hint: tech regulation dominates. Read the full article: www.politico.eu/article/euro...
Ranked: The 10 most intensely lobbied EU laws
Brussels is chockablock with people trying to influence new rules on everything from Big Tech to pesticide use. Here’s where they’ve put most of their efforts.
www.politico.eu
April 25, 2025 at 8:41 AM
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🤖 The European Commission has launched a #consultation on how to apply the #AI Act to general-purpose AI models.

The upcoming guidelines will clarify key concepts and support compliance. Deadline: 22 May 2025.

Find out more here: digital-strategy.ec.europa.eu/en/news/comm...

#AIinEurope
April 22, 2025 at 3:01 PM
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🇪🇺 If you are involved in #EuropeanAffairs, you have probably heard the term #trilogue. What exactly does it mean? What role does the trilogue play in the #EU's legislative process?

Find out more in this briefing from the European Parliamentary Research Service.

epthinktank.eu/2025/04/16/u...
Understanding trilogue: Parliament’s rules and practices for reaching provisional agreement on legislation
The complexity of the EU legislative process has sometimes been criticised as lengthy and subject to gridlock. To overcome this issue, the co-legislators have developed methods of informal contact to ...
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April 16, 2025 at 7:43 AM
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🗓️ Event tip! Registration is open for the Brussels Economic Forum #EUBEF25 "Navigating a turbulent world. Securing Europe’s economy", taking place on 22 May 2025.

Don't miss this key moment to discuss Europe’s economic future. Check out the programme and register here: ec.europa.eu/economy_fina...
European Commission - Brussels Economic Forum 2025
The Brussels Economic Forum is the annual flagship economic conference of the European Commission.
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April 14, 2025 at 2:20 PM
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🇺🇲 🇪🇺 Keep calm and carry on?
The #tariffs imposed worldwide last week by the US have caused turmoil in the markets. How should the #EuropeanUnion react? Commentators in the European media suggest different approaches. Read more: www.eurotopics.net/en/337024/ta... - via @eurotopicsen.bsky.social
Tariff attacks: how should Europe defend itself?
Trump's tariffs are causing havoc on international markets.
www.eurotopics.net
April 8, 2025 at 1:07 PM
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🇪🇺 Highlights from this week’s #EuropeanParliament plenary: budget 2026, transport, energy, Roma strategy and more.

Read the details in this valuable roundup from the European Parliamentary Research Service: 👉 epthinktank.eu/2025/04/04/p...
Plenary round-up – April 2025
The European Union's relations with the world topped the agenda for the April 2025 plenary session, with several debates on statements by the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Polic...
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April 4, 2025 at 12:21 PM
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🇪🇺 🇺🇲 According to a new @yougov.co.uk study, most Europeans support hitting back at US #tariffs, even though they recognise the economic risks. Read more here: 👉 www.euronews.com/my-europe/20... - via @euronews.com
Europeans overwhelmingly endorse retaliatory tariffs, poll finds
While aware of the economic impact of US tariffs on EU goods, a YouGov study finds that a vast majority of European citizens support retaliatory measures in the escalating trade dispute between Brusse...
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April 2, 2025 at 7:20 AM
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Yesterday, the EU Commission unveiled its #WhitePaper for European #Defence & the ReArm Europe Plan, an unprecedented step in response to global challenges.

What are its objectives? What does it mean for #NATO and the future of EU defence? Find out more in this Q&A: ec.europa.eu/commission/p...
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March 20, 2025 at 8:27 AM
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In 2024, nearly half of the EU’s #electricity came from renewables, with Denmark (89%) having the highest share. Wind was the main source, making up 39% of renewable electricity. How does your country fare? Find out more here: ec.europa.eu/eurostat/en/...
#RenewableEnergy #Sustainability
Electricity from renewable sources reaches 47% in 2024
In 2024, 47.4% of net electricity generated in the EU came from renewable energy sources, up by 2.6 percentage points (pp) compared with 2023. Among EU countries, Denmark had the highest share of ren...
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March 19, 2025 at 1:25 PM
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Two weeks to go. Join us on 27 March and register now!
seap-eu.bsky.social Society of European Affairs Professionals @seap-eu.bsky.social · Feb 24
📢 SEAP invites you to a thought-provoking panel discussion on the evolving landscape of lobbying in Brussels amid growing geopolitical uncertainty.

Registration is open. Don't wait and secure your place now! 👉 www.eventbrite.be/e/lobbying-i...
SEAP Panel Discussion on 27 March 2025. Lobbing in Brussels Amidst Geopolitical Challenges
March 13, 2025 at 10:36 AM