A new approach to Corporate Social Responsibility “Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is an important tool for the competitiveness of enterprises that can bring benefits in terms of risk management, cost savings, access to capital, customer relations, human resource management, and innovation capacity.” This was stated by MEUSAC Head, Dr Vanni Xuereb in his introductory remarks to a business breakfast on ‘Responsible Business: A New Approach to Corporate Social Responsibility’ organised…

As 2015 begins, so does the European Year for Development (EYD2015) − a year dedicated to raising awareness, engaging Europeans everywhere in the EU’s development cooperation and sparking a debate around the motto ‘Our world, our dignity, our future’. The EYD2015 was proposed by the European Commission and unanimously adopted by the European Parliament and Council. It is an opportunity to showcase the strong commitment of the EU and its…

The EU has dedicated 2015 to development cooperation and aid to highlight the importance of international development and the key role played by the EU and its member states. The Parliament will be closely involved with the events that will include the European Development Days, thematic hearings organised by the EP’s development committee and the World EXPO in Milan.

In preparation for the launch of the new €10 banknote on 23 September 2014, 3 million shops and small businesses across the euro area will receive information leaflets and motion cards about the new €10. The leaflet will encourage the shops and small businesses to ensure that their banknote handling and authentication devices are ready to accept the new €10.