The transatlantic relationship and the potential for partnerships between bishops from the EU and the USA were explored during a three-day seminar in Brussels.
Reflecting on ?The Future of Europe: Uniting Vision, Values and Citizens? conference organised by the Jesuit Centre for Faith and Justice and Studies in Dublin.
In trying to fulfil its commitments to the Millennium Development Goals, the EU has published initiatives that tackle the link between migration and development.
Following the disappointing outcomes for development at the September UN World Summit, attention is now turning back to the EU?s ability to be a strong global actor for development. The December WTO Ministerial Meeting in Hong Kong will be its final test in 2005.
The EU Research Framework Programme raises the question of whether the EU should provide financial support for research on human embryos and embryonic stem cells.
Engendering trust between Russia and EU member states from Central and Eastern Europe is an up-hill struggle, and a process that will take time, clarity and EU unity.
