Briefing
Newsletter - 18-19 May 2022 - Brussels plenary session
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MEPs will call for measures to be ramped up to shelter EU citizens from the economic and social effects of the Russian war against Ukraine.
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On Thursday, MEPs will debate and vote on a resolution considering ways to support Ukraine and the International Criminal Court in combatting impunity for war crimes.
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The President of Moldova, Maia Sandu, will address MEPs on the war in Ukraine and its consequences on Wednesday at 15.00.
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Parliament is set to give its green light for a one-year suspension of all EU import duties on Ukrainian exports to support the country’s economy.
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On Wednesday, MEPs will debate the repression of the political opposition and trade union leaders in Belarus. A resolution will be put to the vote on Thursday.
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MEPs are expected to adopt their position on the proposal putting into law the international agreement on a 15% global minimum corporate tax rate.
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Taking stock of the Commission’s latest assessment on rule of law in the EU, MEPs are expected to call once again for a much more ambitious approach.
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In two resolutions, MEPs are set to warn that the enlargement process could potentially have historically important implications for security in Europe.
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Other items on the agenda
Newsletter - 18-19 May 2022 - Brussels plenary session
Contacts:
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Natalie Kate KONTOULIS
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Estefanía NARRILLOS
Press Officer -
Andreas KLEINER
Press Officer / Editorial Coordinator