The approval of the new European Commission, to be headed in 2024-2029 by President-elect Ursula von der Leyen, as well as a debate on the Cyprus issue on the occasion of the condemnation of the 41st anniversary of the illegal proclamation of the secessionist entity in the northern, Turkish-occupied part of Cyprus, are included in the agenda of the Plenary Session of the European Parliament (EP) in Strasbourg, which begins on Monday.
Furthermore, the Plenary will discuss – among other things – the European Commission’s financial forecasts and approve the agreement on the 2025 budget. It will also discuss the escalation in Ukraine and the Middle East.
On Monday, the EP will discuss with the European Commission the latest developments in the Cyprus issue, on the occasion of the 41st anniversary of the illegal declaration of independence of the pseudo-state in Cyprus. Speakers are expected to condemn once again the illegal unilateral declaration of independence of the pseudo-state and all attempts to legitimise it, reaffirming the need for European solidarity.
In addition, the EP will discuss the current situation and emerging trends in combating violence against women within the EU and internationally. At the same time, it will examine the proceedings of the G20 Leaders’ Summit, where the next US Administration, Israel’s war in Gaza and the war in Ukraine were discussed, among other things.
On Tuesday, MEPs are expected to reaffirm their support for Ukraine and criticize Russia-North Korea military cooperation in a resolution. The vote on the Ukrainian resolution will take place on Thursday.
On the same day, the European Commission will present its autumn economic forecast to the EP Plenary, after which MEPs will express their priorities and concerns. They are likely to discuss the economic impact of Donald Trump’s planned tariffs after his re-election, instability in the Middle East and Ukraine, the stagnation of the Chinese economy, as well as economic problems within the EU, especially in the automotive sector.
On Wednesday, after a debate with Commission President-elect Ursula von der Leyen, the European Parliament will vote to approve the new College of Commissioners, while it is expected to approve the agreement on the 2025 budget to address current challenges and manage the costs of the EU recovery plan.
On the same day, the EP will discuss with the European Commission the energy prices in Europe, which remain high following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and their impact on citizens.
On Thursday, MEPs and the Commission will discuss ways to better protect children’s rights in the EU and elsewhere, in the light of the 35th anniversary of the adoption of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.
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Source: CNA/PH/AGK
