In the context of growing global economic interconnections, it’s crucial that different political currents work together to tackle the challenges and opportunities arising in the relations between the European Union and China. That’s why at iMEP, it was found necessary to create the INTA/AFET committee, led by students, which has become a space for debate. …
We used to say that by 2050 we would have flying cars, underlining the expectation that technology would have advanced and been widely embraced by then. However, as of 2024, the full-scale implementation of e-voting systems within the EU, a technological solution with a view to enhancing the accessibility of democratic procedures, is still debated. …
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In a recent session of the EU Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (JURI/LIBE), the issue of press freedom took center stage. Specifically, the rising trend of Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation (SLAPP) cases has sparked concerns among journalists and lawmakers alike. The discussion commenced with insightful perspectives from journalists who have …
The 15th of April marked the official commencement of the 59th International Model European Parliament in Tallinn. The day started with great fanfare as esteemed dignitaries took the stage to address a captivated audience. The opening ceremony saw notable figures such as the Prime Minister of Estonia, H.E. Mrs. Kaja Kallas, alongside the Minister of …
On the 14th of April, the Committee on International Trade (INTA/AFET) met for their first meeting of this iMEP session. The committee, led by Benjamin Granlund and Rebeka Kamposova, focuses on the relationship of trade and investments between the EU and China. This topic strives to explore discourse surrounding geopolitical tensions caused by the growing …
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In the beautiful city of Tallinn stands the Russian Theatre. Originally built as a cinema in the 1920s, the building represents the Art Deco movement of the time, jazz and modern life, taking the world by storm. The independence of Estonia is also represented through the Russian Theatre as it is deeply intertwined with the …
The upcoming issue of rebuilding Ukraine raises questions and seemingly an oppressive mood. However, this is due to the oxygen content in the committee room. At this point, the press strongly recommends that every committee ventilates regularly, as this was also the case in other committees. Nevertheless, the delegates were not deterred from continuing to …
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Today marks the beginning of the 59th international MEP session in Estonia. Young people from all over Europe have come together in the city of Tallinn to discuss pressing issues and come up with solutions that will shape the future of Europe. CNN was present throughout the first day of the session and has brought …
Nowadays, with the increase of SLAPP cases strategic lawsuit for public participation- press freedom has been limited, making journalists afraid to report on crucial matters. Recognizing the urgency of the issue, the Committee on Legal Affairs/Subcommittee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs decided to step in and address this issue. Their goal is to …
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In the ongoing battle against online harassment and abuse, the international committee on Women’s Rights and Gender Equality (FEMM) is taking center stage with an enthusiastic discussion on how to combat this growing menace. Led by delegates from different countries, including the Netherlands, FEMM is spearheading efforts to address the pervasive issue of online harassment …
