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2004 enlargement: facts and figures
A snapshot of how the EU changed in 2004 when 10 countries joined, and the economic growth that followed. Discover more in our infographic
EU-Türkiye trade relations
The EU is Türkiye’s top trading partner.
Fit for 55: making buildings in the EU greener
Improving the energy performance of buildings is key to reach the EU's climate goals. By 2050, buildings in the EU should be zero-emission.
Industrial emissions directive: key figures
The industrial emissions directive covers 50 000 large industrial and livestock plants in EU countries to limit pollution.
The Schengen visa
Which countries can issue Schengen visas? Which countries are part of the Schengen area?
Net-zero industry act: a benchmark for the manufacturing capacity of strategic net-zero technology products
Find out how the EU will scale up its manufacturing of clean technologies, and accelerate progress towards the transition to climate neutrality.
Fishing quotas after Brexit
How are fishing quotas set between the EU and the UK after Brexit? From January 2021, the rights to catch fish are set through annual bilateral consultations.
EU visa agreements with non-EU countries
The EU has suspended the simplified visa procedure for Russian citizens. What are the visa agreements currently in place with non-EU countries?
Fit for 55: how the EU plans to boost renewable energy
By 2050, most of the energy consumed in the EU will need to come from renewables. With its Fit for 55 package, the EU will boost the share of renewable energy by 2030.
Spotlight on digital platform workers in the EU
Five key questions on digital platform workers and workers in the gig economy in the EU answered with data.
