Notices by European Commission (eu_commission@social.network.europa.eu)

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By 2024, the USB-C port will be mandatory for all portable electronic devices in the EU.

This means that you will soon be able to recharge most of your devices with the same charger, making piling up bundles of cables a thing of the past.

Not only will this make your life easier, but it will also reduce greenhouse gas emissions and e-waste.

Learn more about the common charger here: https://europa.eu/!hwjj3G

#EUCommonCharger #DigitalEU #EuropeanUnion

Attention Young Europeans!

Only 30 days left until the next round of applications.

As an 18-year-old European, you have the unique opportunity to receive a #DiscoverEU travel pass and explore the diversity of Europe by train.

Immerse yourself in local cultures, soak up the rich history, and indulge in delicious cuisine.

Mark your calendar and be prepared to embark on an unforgettable journey.

#ErasmusPlus #EuropeanUnion

What is illegal offline is also illegal online.

This week, we welcomed the @EUCouncil@twitter.com’s adoption of our #DigitalServicesAct.

The new rules will:
⛔️ ensure online platforms are held responsible for tackling harmful content
🛡️ better protect internet users

#DigitalEU

"Over the last 7 months, Russia has deliberately cut the gas supply to the EU.

But we've been able to compensate.

Now it is time to discuss how we can limit the peaks in energy prices and Putin's manipulation of the prices."

— Doorstep by President @vonderleyen@twitter.com at #EUCO

With the toughest sanctions the world has ever seen, Russia's financial sector is on life-support.

Sanctions are essential to preventing the Kremlin’s ability to wage war.

👇 Our #EUDataCrunch explains their effectiveness.

#SOTEU

Croatia today signed the final acts granting the country Eurozone membership. 🇭🇷 is now ready to adopt the euro on 1 January 2023.

The euro will strengthen the Croatian economy and benefit its citizens, businesses and society.

#EUROinCroatia

We #StandWithUkraine! 🇺🇦

We are raising the Ukrainian flag as a symbol of support and solidarity!

#EUOpenDay #EuropeDay

Russian officials and business people no longer have privileged access to the EU.

Today we put forward guidelines to help EU countries in applying the partial suspension of the Visa Facilitation Agreement with Russia.

The suspension does not affect ordinary Russian citizens.

Italy has donated 45 firefighting vehicles to Ukraine. 🚒

This crucial equipment just arrived in the EU logistics hub in Slovakia, from where it will be shipped to Ukraine.

The delivery has been coordinated by our #EUCivilProtection Mechanism.

@vigilidelfuoco@twitter.com #StandWithUkraine

▫ Listing of high-ranking military officers
▫ De-swifting major Russian banks
▫ Banning state-owned broadcasters
▫ Phasing out Russian oil

Today we are presenting the 6th package of sanctions.

Speech by @vonderleyen@twitter.com at #EPlenary. #StandWithUkraine

https://twitter.com/i/broadcasts/1yoKMWVLrNXJQ

This #WorkersDay takes place against the backdrop of a war in Ukraine.

EU countries have opened their job market to refugees.
We ensure they can rebuild their life by mapping their skills, translating their qualifications and providing job-matching assistance.

#StandWithUkraine

We are on #Mastodon!

You can now read and engage with news and information about 🇪🇺 EU policies in a privacy-focused environment.

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Following Gazprom's decision to disrupt gas deliveries to Bulgaria, we 🇧🇬🇪🇺 are together setting up a 1st regional task force under #RepowerEU in Sofia.

It will coordinate efforts to guarantee the region's energy security and accelerate decarbonisation.

And the winners of the first EU #DiversityCapitals Awards are.... 🥁⬇️

This award shines a spotlight on cities that are working towards fairer societies by promoting diversity and inclusion.

The #EUDiversityMonth is just around the corner! More info: http://eudiversity2022.eu/

You can now read and engage with news and information about 🇪🇺 EU policies, in a privacy-focused environment and with no transfer of data outside the EU.

This initiative is part of an EU pilot for supporting and using social media platforms based on open-source software.

Follow us! 🙌

#EuropeanUnion #Mastodon #Fediverse