http://europa.eu/rapid/search-result.htm?keywords=MALMSTROM&keywordMatch=any&format=RSS&type=IP&type=MEMO&size=100&locale=EN Search={keywords=MALMSTROM,keywordMatch=any,format=RSS,type={IP,MEMO},size=100} EN Copyright European Commission DG COMM http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-450_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 22 May 2013 The European Commission is presenting its views on how migration and mobility can contribute to inclusive and economic social development and how to strengthen global cooperation in this area. Wed, 22 May 2013 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-450_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-376_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 25 March 2013 "I welcome the outcome of today's vote in the LIBE committee on the last two outstanding pieces in the asylum package: the Asylum Procedures Directive and EURODAC Regulation. Wed, 24 Apr 2013 10:22:10 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-376_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-349_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 19 April 2013 Today, the European Union and Armenia signed an agreement on the readmission of persons residing without authorisation. A visa facilitation agreement with Armenia, opening the way for easier travel and people-to-people contact across Europe, was already signed on 17 December 2012. Fri, 19 Apr 2013 10:30:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-349_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-335_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 17 April 2013 On April 17 and 18, 2013, the EU Member States anti-terrorist police forces are uniting as part of the European sponsored ATLAS Network, which carries out the most complex preparation and crises response simulation so far at European level. Wed, 17 Apr 2013 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-335_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-322_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 15 April 2013 23.632 people were identified or presumed victims of trafficking in the EU over the 2008-2010 period. This is the most striking figure emerging from the first report on trafficking in human beings in Europe, published today by the European Commission. Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:00:01 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-322_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-331_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 15 April 2013 What is trafficking in human beings? Trafficking in Human beings is the slavery of our times. Victims of trafficking in human beings are often recruited, transported or harboured by force, coercion or fraud in abusive conditions, including sexual exploitation, forced labour or services,... Mon, 15 Apr 2013 10:00:01 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-331_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-317_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 10 April 2013 Organised crime is still a major challenge for the internal security of the EU. Cybercrime, along with trafficking in human beings and the increase in violent extremism are also major security threats that the EU continues to face, together with money laundering... Wed, 10 Apr 2013 10:00:01 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-317_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-309_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 9 April 2013 Today, the second generation Schengen Information System (SIS II) enters into operation to increase security and facilitate free movement within the Schengen area. The SIS II allows for an easy exchange of information between national border control authorities, customs and police authorities... Tue, 09 Apr 2013 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-309_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-309_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 9 April 2013 What is Schengen? Today, the Schengen area is encircled by 42 673 km of sea borders and 7 721 km of land borders; it was established by the 1985 Schengen Agreement that set out the gradual abolition of checks at common borders. Tue, 09 Apr 2013 10:00:03 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-309_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-297_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 05 April 2013 The Commission welcomes the adoption yesterday by the Turkish Parliament of the law on foreigners and international protection. This law is a clear sign of Turkey’s efforts to establish a sound legal and institutional framework for migration and asylum. Fri, 05 Apr 2013 08:33:48 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-297_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-284_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 27 March 2013 Today the Commission proposed to make the EU law enforcement Agency (Europol) more effective at collecting information, analysing it and sharing these analyses with the Member States. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:00:02 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-284_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-293_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 27 March 2013 ''An agreement on these two texts means that we are now heading towards the formal adoption of all the proposals presented by the European Commission. This would represent a remarkable achievement for the whole European Union. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 13:05:33 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-293_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-286_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 27 March 2013 What does the Commission propose? The Commission's proposal aims to improve the overall law enforcement cooperation in the EU by making Europol the hub for information sharing and analysis on serious crime, as well as the EU's single law enforcement training entity. Wed, 27 Mar 2013 11:00:03 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-286_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-275_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 25 March 2013 The EU needs to attract talented non-EU students and researchers who can contribute to our growth and competitiveness with their knowledge and skills. Moving to Europe temporarily is an opportunity embraced by over 200.000 students and researchers from outside the EU every... Mon, 25 Mar 2013 11:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-275_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-281_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 25 March 2013 What are the current rules? The overall objective of the current EU legislative framework is to promote Europe as a world centre of excellence for studies, scientific research and other exchanges. Mon, 25 Mar 2013 11:00:01 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-281_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-268_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 22 March 2013 The EU is ready to ratify the UN firearms protocol following the adoption of new rules on sale, possession and transfers of firearms both within and outside Europe. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 11:00:02 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-268_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-271_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 22 March 2013 What is the UN protocol on firearms? The UN Protocol Against the Illicit Manufacturing of and Illegal Trafficking in Firearms and Ammunition (UNFP) is the first global instrument in the fight against transnational organised crime and trafficking in firearms. Fri, 22 Mar 2013 11:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-271_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-265_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 20 March 2013 "I have been in contact today by phone with the German Federal Minister of the Interior, Hans-Peter Friedrich, who informed me of Germany's intention to resettle 5000 Syrian nationals in need of shelter in the coming months. Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:50:09 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-265_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-194_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 11 March 2013 ''Today, on the occasion of the EU day for the Remembrance of victims of terrorism, we stand together against terror: to ensure that those who have lost their lives to senseless acts of violence are not forgotten and that their memories are kept... Mon, 11 Mar 2013 11:00:01 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-194_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-189_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 6 March 2013 Ahead of International Women’s Day on 8 March, European Commission Vice-President Viviane Reding and Commissioner Cecilia Malmström have today joined human rights campaigners to call for zero tolerance for female genital mutilation (FGM). Wed, 06 Mar 2013 11:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-189_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-162_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 28 February 2013 The EU is moving towards a more modern and efficient border management by using state-of-the-art technology. Today, the Commission proposed a 'smart border package' to speed-up, facilitate and reinforce border check procedures for foreigners travelling to the EU. Thu, 28 Feb 2013 11:23:43 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-162_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-141_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 28 February 2013 Why do we need 'smart borders'? Travel flows at the external borders of the EU are increasing and are expected to increase even more in the future. Border crossings at the air borders alone could increase by 80%, from 400 million in 2009... Thu, 28 Feb 2013 11:01:04 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-141_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-156_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 25 February 2013 Today in Tbilisi, Georgia, Commissioner Malmström will hand the Action Plan for Visa Liberalisation over to Georgia's authorities. The presentation of the Action Plan represents a further step towards full visa liberalisation. Mon, 25 Feb 2013 11:00:01 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-156_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-121_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 18 February 2013 A new €1.5 million project that will boost the fight against organised crime and human trafficking in Azerbaijan, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Moldova and Turkey has been launched by the European Union. Mon, 18 Feb 2013 11:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-121_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-103_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 14 February 2013 The extent of the horsemeat case makes it clear that this needs to be addressed at European level. Today's meeting between UK Environment Secretary, Owen Paterson, and Europol representatives is an important step in this direction and I welcome the cooperation that is... Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:08:14 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-103_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-108_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 12 February 2013 The Commission presented today the first report on the progress achieved by Kosovo in fulfilling the requirements of the visa liberalisation roadmap. The Commission evaluated Kosovo’s progress in each block of the visa roadmap and made a set of recommendations for the... Tue, 12 Feb 2013 11:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-108_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-94_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 7 February 2013 The European Commission, together with the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, has published a cybersecurity strategy alongside a Commission proposed directive on network and information security (NIS). Thu, 07 Feb 2013 10:30:01 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-94_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-71_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 7 February 2013 IP/13/94 Information systems can be affected by security incidents, such as human mistakes, natural events, technical failures or malicious attacks. These incidents are becoming bigger, more frequent, and more complex. Thu, 07 Feb 2013 10:30:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-71_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-67_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 6 February 2013 On the occasion of the International Day of Zero Tolerance against Female Genital Mutilation (6 February 2013) High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice President of the Commission Catherine Ashton, Vice-President Viviane Reding, the EU's Justice Commissioner, Development Commissioner... Wed, 06 Feb 2013 11:00:01 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-67_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-87_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 5 February 2013 The Commission has today adopted two proposals to reinforce the EU's existing rules on anti-money laundering and fund transfers. The threats associated with money laundering and terrorist financing are constantly evolving, which requires regular updates of the rules. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 12:37:36 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-87_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-64_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 5 February 2013 1. What are money laundering and terrorist financing? 1.1 What is money laundering? Money laundering is the conversion of the proceeds of criminal activity into apparently clean funds, usually via the financial system. Tue, 05 Feb 2013 12:38:48 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-64_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-83_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 1 February 2013 What is the role and place of migrants in Europe? The Commission is inviting students at schools of art, graphics and communication from all the 27 European Union Member States and Croatia to reflect on the contribution migrants make to societies in... Fri, 01 Feb 2013 11:00:01 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-83_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-73_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 31 January 2013 Europe is entering an important new era in the supply and demand for illicit drugs — a development which is challenging current policies and responses. This is according to the first joint EU drug markets report from the European Monitoring Centre for... Thu, 31 Jan 2013 11:20:50 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-73_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-51_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 31 January 2013 Drug trafficking is a highly profitable commercial activity and a core business for organised crime groups across Europe today. Understanding the reality of the European drug market requires a holistic approach, following the economic chain from production, via trafficking, to consumption. Thu, 31 Jan 2013 11:00:04 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-51_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-59_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 28 January 2013 How to sharpen Europe's tools to prevent violent extremism? A High Level Conference in Brussels on 29 January 2013 aims to give the answers to these questions, based on the work carried out by experts and practitioners in the Radicalisation Awareness Network... Mon, 28 Jan 2013 11:00:02 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-59_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-40_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 28 January 2013 What is the RAN? The Radicalisation Awareness Network, launched in September 2011, is an umbrella network connecting people involved in preventing radicalisation and violent extremism throughout Europe. Mon, 28 Jan 2013 11:00:03 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-40_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-13_en.htm Commission Press release Brussels, 9 January 2013 European As from 11 January the new European Cybercrime Centre (EC3) will be up and running to help protect European citizens and businesses from cyber-crime. EU Commissioner for Home Affairs Cecilia Malmström will participate in the official opening of the Centre established at... Wed, 09 Jan 2013 11:00:02 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-13-13_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-6_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 9 January 2012 What are the objectives? The main task of the European Cybercrime Centre is to disrupt the operations of organised crime networks that commit a large share of the serious and organised cybercrimes. Wed, 09 Jan 2013 11:00:04 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-13-6_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-1003_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 18 December 2012 "Migration is part of our past, present and future. It has always been, and always will be a part of what makes Europe, and if looked upon as an opportunity rather than a threat, migration can help us grow stronger – economically, culturally... Tue, 18 Dec 2012 11:00:06 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-1003_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1366_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 14 December 2012 More than two years after its entry into force, the Terrorist Finance Tracking Programme (TFTP) and its safeguards have been properly put in place. This is the outcome of the second EU-US review of the implementation of the TFTP, carried out for... Fri, 14 Dec 2012 11:00:01 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1366_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1330_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 7 December 2012 Exchanging information is an essential tool for law enforcement authorities, both when fighting serious organised crime (such as terrorism, trafficking in human beings, drugs or firearms) and offences committed by individuals across borders (such as murders and sexual violence against children). Fri, 07 Dec 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1330_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-962_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 7 December 2012 "Anti-corruption efforts need to shift up a gear. It is disappointing that three quarters of Europeans continue to find corruption to be a major problem in their societies. Fri, 07 Dec 2012 16:02:49 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-962_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-944_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 5 December 2012 We, the Ministers of Justice and of Interior of countries worldwide participating in the Global Alliance against child sexual abuse online are: AWARE that child sexual abuse online includes the distribution, trade, possession, and viewing of child pornography via the Internet, and the... Wed, 05 Dec 2012 10:13:16 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-944_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1308_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 4 December 2012 On 5 December, EU Commissioner for Home Affairs Cecilia Malmström together with US Attorney General Eric Holder will launch a Global Alliance against Child Sexual Abuse Online. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 11:00:03 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1308_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-937_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 4 December 2012 The Global Alliance against child sexual abuse online is a joint initiative primarily from the EU and the US reaching out to third countries. The Global Alliance builds upon the successful work of the EU-US Working Group on cyber-security and cyber-crime, where the... Tue, 04 Dec 2012 11:00:04 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-937_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1295_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 30 November 2012 Taking knives off our streets, addressing cyber-bullying or fostering early detection of addictions – these are among the innovative crime prevention initiatives taking place across the EU as part of the European Crime Prevention Network (EUCPN). Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:00:05 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1295_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-925_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 30 November 2012 The European Crime Prevention Network (EUCPN) was set up on 28 May 2001 and then re-established on 30 November 2009 by a Council Decision. The EUCPN is supported by the EU through a grant from the ISEC programme worth €845.000 (covering the period... Fri, 30 Nov 2012 11:00:05 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-925_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1268_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 26 November 2012 How well are countries outside the EU living up to their commitments when it comes to offering visa-free travel to EU citizens? Today, the European Commission adopted its seventh report about breaches of the principle of visa reciprocity in third countries. Mon, 26 Nov 2012 11:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1268_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1256_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 23 November 2012 The Schengen area of free movement allows more than 400 million EU citizens from 26 European countries and an increasing number of non-EU citizens, to travel without internal border controls. Fri, 23 Nov 2012 11:00:03 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1256_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1247_en.htm European Press release Brussels, 21 November 2012 Commission More than three years after the deadline was set for issuing biometric passports with fingerprints, Belgium still fails to comply with this requirement. As a result, the Commission has today referred the country to the Court of Justice of the EU, requesting... Wed, 21 Nov 2012 11:00:04 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1247_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-874_en.htm European MEMO Brussels, 20 November 2012 Commission EU Commissioner for Home Affairs, Cecilia Malmström, welcomes today's vote in the European Parliament on a new legislation to restrict open access to chemicals that can be used to make explosives. Tue, 20 Nov 2012 11:18:58 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-874_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-882_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 19 November 2012 I welcome the fact that the Council reaffirmed today in its Conclusions the EU’s commitment to the shared objective of visa-free travel for the citizens of the Republic of Moldova in due course provided that the conditions for well-managed and secure mobility as... Mon, 19 Nov 2012 17:43:04 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-882_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1179_en.htm European Press release Brussels, 7 November 2012 Commission Citizens from 16 Island Nations will soon be able to travel to the Schengen area without needing a visa. This will open up to opportunities and advantages both for the EU and the nationals of these 16 nations. Wed, 07 Nov 2012 10:14:52 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1179_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1177_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 7 November 2012 In a strategic Communication adopted today, the Commission examines how the implementation and development of the common visa policy could help growth in the EU by facilitating travel opportunities for third country nationals willing to visit the EU. Wed, 07 Nov 2012 10:00:02 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1177_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-838_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 7 November 2012 Improving visa procedures The border-free Schengen Area cannot function efficiently without a common visa policy which facilitates the entry of legitimate visitors into the EU, while strengthening internal security. The EU has set up a common visa policy for short stays, i.e. Wed, 07 Nov 2012 10:00:03 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-838_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-807_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 24 October 2012 European Union Justice and Home Affairs ministers will meet in Brussels on 25 and 26 October 2012. The Commission will be represented by Vice-President Viviane Reding, the EU’s Justice Commissioner, Cecilia Malmström, EU Commissioner for Home Affairs and Kristalina Georgieva, EU Commissioner for... Wed, 24 Oct 2012 13:35:49 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-807_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1106_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 17 October 2012 On the occasion of the Sixth EU Anti-Trafficking Day on 18 October, the EU Commissioner for Home Affairs, Cecilia Malmström, will participate and deliver a speech in a conference aiming to shape future actions and ensure that all actors will work together... Wed, 17 Oct 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1106_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1033_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 28 September 2012 Every year thousands of unaccompanied minors travel to Europe seeking a new life. The majority has fled from wars, conflicts or other difficult living conditions and some have even lost family members along the way. Fri, 28 Sep 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-1033_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-716_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 28 September 2012 The Commission's report highlights the main progress and future developments in addressing the situation of unaccompanied minors following the adoption of the Action Plan in 2010. Fri, 28 Sep 2012 08:40:36 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-716_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-683_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 19 September 2012 I welcome the outcome of today's orientation vote of the LIBE Committee of the European Parliament on the Dublin Regulation and the Reception Conditions Directive. I would like to salute the important work done by the two rapporteurs Cecilia Wikström and Antonio Masip... Tue, 18 Sep 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-683_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-612_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 1 August 2012 The Commission published today its report on the development of the European Migration Network (EMN), a Commission-led network with national contact points in each Member States, as well as Norway. http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-612_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-821_en.htm European Press release Brussels, 23 July 2012 Commission The European Commission signed an amended Visa Facilitation Agreement with Ukraine in Brussels today, further facilitating people-to-people contacts and strengthening ties between the citizens of Ukraine and the European Union. Tue, 24 Jul 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-821_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-581_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 19 July 2012 "The European Commission strongly condemns the horrific terror attack against Israeli citizens in Bulgaria. Our thoughts go to victims, their families and beloved ones in Bulgaria and in Israel." EU Commissioner for Home Affairs, Cecilia Malmström, contacted her Bulgarian counterpart last night to... http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-581_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-534_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 10 July 2012 With the holiday season already starting and millions of Europeans intending on travelling within and outside the European Union, there are certain travel considerations that every European should be aware of. Sun, 15 Jul 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-534_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-751_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 9 July 2012 A new Eurobarometer survey shows that Internet users are very concerned about cyber security: 89% avoid disclosing personal information online, and 74% agree that the risk of becoming a victim of cybercrime has increased in the past year. Mon, 09 Jul 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-751_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-495_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 27 June 2012 European Commissioner for Home Affairs, Cecilia Malmström and László Andor, the European Commissioner for Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion, have welcomed the OECD report International Migration Outlook 2012, published today. Wed, 27 Jun 2012 12:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-495_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-686_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 25 June 2012 Today, the European Commissioner for Home Affairs, Cecilia Malmström, is in Florence to attend the official opening of the Migration Policy Centre. Founded with the support of the European Union in January 2012, the Migration Policy Centre (MPC) conducts research on global... http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-686_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-481_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 22 June 2012 Remarks by Commissioner Štefan Füle at the press conference following the Association Council with Turkey. We had a very extensive and friendly exchange of views covering the whole range of EU-Turkey relations. Sun, 22 Jul 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-481_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-680_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 21 June 2012 The EU - US Justice and Home Affairs ministerial meeting held in Copenhagen today called upon governments around the world to participate in building a Global Alliance against Child Sexual Abuse Online. Thu, 21 Jun 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-680_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-645_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 21 June 2012 Some Member States are still failing to apply EU rules on sanctions and measures against employers who exploit irregular migrants. Today, the Commission decided to advance infringement proceedings and issue a reasoned opinion requesting Cyprus to bring its law into line with... Thu, 21 Jun 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-645_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-477_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 21 June 2012 "Today in Brussels the negotiators of the Commission and Turkey have initialled a Readmission Agreement, which reflects our shared interest in a more effective migration and border management. I very much welcome this important development. Thu, 21 Jun 2012 17:13:18 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-477_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-467_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 20 June 2012 "Today, on the World Refugee Day, our thoughts are, more than ever, with the millions of women, children and men, around the world who are forced to flee their home countries because of war, conflict, or persecution. Wed, 20 Jun 2012 10:06:50 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-467_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-459_en.htm European Commission MEMO Copenhagen, 19 June 2012 The European Union and the United States will meet in Copenhagen on 20-21 June to discuss issues of common interest in the field of justice and home affairs. EU Justice Commissioner Viviane Reding and Home Affairs Commissioner Cecilia Malmström will represent the European... Wed, 20 Jun 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-459_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-619_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 19 June 2012 Hundreds of thousands of people are trafficked in the EU every year. Women and men, boys and girls in vulnerable positions are traded for the purpose of sexual or labour exploitation, removal of organs, begging, domestic servitude, forced marriage, illegal adoption as... Tue, 19 Jun 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-619_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-455_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 19 June 2012 What is trafficking in Human beings? Trafficking in Human beings is the slavery of our times. June 2012 estimates from the International Labour Organisation put the number of victims of forced labour, including forced sexual exploitation, at 20.9 million at a global level1. Tue, 18 Sep 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-455_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-605_en.htm European Press release Brussels, 14 June 2012 Commission Today, European Commissioner for Home Affairs Cecilia Malmström handed the roadmap for visa liberalisation over to the Kosovo government. This document sets out a comprehensive list of reforms that Kosovo will be requested to implement to fulfil requirements related to the freedom... Sun, 17 Jun 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-605_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-443_en.htm European Commission MEMO Brussels, 14 June 2012 ''I find it wise of the European Parliament not to put the Weber and Coelho reports on the July plenary session agenda. I call on the Justice and Home Affairs Council to also devote some time for reflection on these two files and... Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:48:13 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-443_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-589_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 8 June 2012 As teams prepare to go out on the pitch, the Commission is working with the Polish authorities to ensure a safe Euro 2012 football championship. In a bid to enhance public protection and provide concrete support for Member States, over the last... Mon, 11 Jun 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-589_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-561_en.htm European Commission Press release Brussels, 4 June 2012 Today, the European Commission started a dialogue on visa liberalisation with Georgia. The aim of the dialogue is to examine all the relevant conditions for visa-free travel to the EU for Georgian citizens. Tue, 05 Jun 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-561_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-552_en.htm European Commission - Press release Brussels, 1 June 2012 – Today, the Commission is publishing a Report on the 2011 developments in the areas of immigration and asylum, accompanied by a Eurobarometer on European citizens' attitudes towards cross-border mobility, migration and security. Sun, 03 Jun 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-552_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-400_en.htm Brussels, 1 June 2012 The European Commission and the U.S. Transport Security Administration (TSA) have declared that they mutually recognise their respective air cargo security regimes from 1 June 2012 on. This recognition, following extensive negotiation spans both sides of the Atlantic and will eliminate duplication of security controls and... Fri, 01 Jun 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-400_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-399_en.htm Brussels, 1 June 2012 Since 2005 approximately 300 migration-related projects in non-EU countries have been funded under various EU external relations financial instruments, amounting to a value of € 800 million. EU support is provided through many stakeholders, including civil society organisations, migrant associations, international organisations and third countries state agencies... Fri, 01 Jun 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-399_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-531_en.htm European Commission - Press release Brussels, 31 May 2012 – Some Member States are still failing to apply EU rules on sanctions and measures against employers who exploit irregular migrants. Today, the Commission decided to advance infringement proceedings and issue reasoned opinions requesting Finland, Portugal and Slovenia bring their laws... Thu, 31 May 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-531_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-530_en.htm European Commission - Press release Brussels, 31 May 2012 – More than two years after the national law transposing the EU Data Retention Directive was annulled by the German Federal Constitutional Court, Germany has still not complied with the Directive. Thu, 31 May 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-530_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-529_en.htm European Commission - Press release Brussels, 31 May 2012 – A number of Member States still make it too difficult for highly skilled people to come to the EU for work, prompting the Commission to act. Despite having been warned in July 2011, Slovenia has not complied yet with EU... Thu, 31 May 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-529_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-522_en.htm European Commission - Press release Brussels, 30 May 2012 – In 2011, the 27 EU Member States received more than 300 000 asylum applications, a 16.2% increase from 2010. Although this remains far below the peak of 425 000 applications received in 2001, increases in asylum flows can stretch the... Thu, 31 May 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-522_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-394_en.htm Brussels, 30 May 2012 The European Commission and Kosovo have launched the Structured Dialogue on the Rule of Law in Brussels today. The Commissioner for Enlargement and European Neighbourhood Policy Štefan Füle stressed it was designed to help Kosovo to address the challenges in the field of the rule of... Wed, 30 May 2012 17:17:20 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-394_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-390_en.htm Brussels, 30 May 2012 What is EURODAC? EURODAC is a biometric database aimed at facilitating the application of the Dublin Regulation, which determines which Member State is responsible for the assessment of an asylum claim presented in the European Union and the Associated Dublin States (Norway, Iceland, Switzerland and Liechtenstein). Wed, 30 May 2012 11:36:12 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-390_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-481_en.htm European - Press release Commission Brussels, 16 May 2012 - Over 400 million Europeans currently enjoy passport-free travel across the Schengen area. With Europeans making more than 1.25 billion journeys every year, vigilance is required to defend citizens' right to free movement. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-481_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-423_en.htm European Commission - Press release Brussels, 26 April 2012 – Some Member States are still failing to apply EU rules on sanctions and measures against employers who exploit irregular migrants. Today, the Commission decided to advance infringement proceedings and issue reasoned opinions requesting Lithuania and Poland bring their laws into... Thu, 26 Apr 2012 10:00:30 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-423_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-259_en.htm Brussels, 19 April 2012 "I welcome today's vote of the European Parliament giving its consent to the new Passenger Name Record (PNR) Agreement with the United States of America. This is an agreement the three EU institutions can be proud of: it provides stronger protection of EU citizens' right to... Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-259_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-258_en.htm Brussels, 19 April 2012 What is a Passenger Name Record (PNR)? Passenger Name Record (PNR) is data provided by passengers when booking their flights. PNR are collected by air carriers to handle ticket reservations. Why do the United States authorities require PNR data? The analysis of PNR data is an... Wed, 18 Apr 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-258_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-317_en.htm European Commission - Press release Brussels, 28 March 2012 – It is estimated that, worldwide, more than one million people become victims of cybercrime every day. The cost of cybercrime could reach an overall total of USD 388 billion worldwide. Wed, 28 Mar 2012 09:15:32 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-317_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-221_en.htm Brussels, 28 March 2012 Today, the European Commission adopted a Communication on a European Cybercrime Centre, to be established within the EU law enforcement agency, Europol. The Centre is to become the focal point in the fight against cybercrime in the Union. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 22:00:00 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-221_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-258_en.htm European Commission - Press release Brussels, 21 March 2012 – A new agency for managing large-scale EU information systems will be inaugurated tomorrow in Tallinn, Estonia, with the attendance of Home Affairs Commissioner Cecilia Malmström. Wed, 21 Mar 2012 11:00:07 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-258_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-197_en.htm Brussels, 21 March 2012 Why a new EU Agency? The European Commission is responsible for managing a number of large-scale IT systems in the area of freedom, security and justice. These systems facilitate information exchange between national authorities, thereby contributing to a secure environment and guaranteeing adequate protection of fundamental... Wed, 21 Mar 2012 11:00:15 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-197_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-235_en.htm European Commission - Press release Brussels, 12 March 2012 – Every year in Europe, hundreds of billions of euro go straight into the pockets of criminal gangs and the mafia. Despite efforts by law enforcement around Europe, much of the illegal profits remain in the hands of criminals. Mon, 12 Mar 2012 11:00:19 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-235_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-179_en.htm Brussels, 12 March 2012 What is the scale of the problem? On a global level, according to United Nations estimates1, the total amount of criminal profits in 2009 was approximately USD 2.1 trillion, or 3.6 of global GDP in that year. Mon, 12 Mar 2012 11:00:54 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-179_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-171_en.htm Brussels, 9 March 2012 "The European Day for victims of terrorism is a time for commemoration and remembrance, a time for solidarity and encouragement. On this particular day, I express my sympathy and solidarity with all victims of terrorism, their families and loved ones. Fri, 09 Mar 2012 11:00:11 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_MEMO-12-171_en.htm http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-225_en.htm European Commission - Press release Brussels, 8 March 2012 –Through new EU legislation adopted today by the Council, Europe establishes stronger regulations to effectively fight illegal arms trafficking. It establishes requirements for exports, imports and transit licensing, and makes it easier to track weapons. Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:44:11 GMT http://europa.eu/rapid/press-release_IP-12-225_en.htm