Explainers

Healthy forests are vital for people and the environment. EU rules aim to reduce global deforestation by regulating the import and export of goods, the production of which contributes to the loss of forests worldwide. 

Mental health is key to a fulfilled and productive life. Yet, many Europeans have mental health problems. EU countries are working to better promote mental health.

The EU provides strong political, technical and financial support to help Western Balkans partners to progress on their European path.

Serbia applied for EU membership in December 2009 and was granted EU candidate status in March 2012. The EU-Serbia accession negotiations began in January 2014. So far, 22 chapters have been opened.

Which countries in the EU have terminals to import liquefied natural gas (LNG)?

The EU has provided emergency assistance to Ukraine and its people since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion. The EU and its 27 member states together are the biggest donor of humanitarian aid to Ukraine.

In the face of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine, the EU has taken a number of initiatives to support Ukraine’s energy security, as well as the country’s transport and connectivity sectors.

Coordination amongst EU countries ensures that EU citizens can transfer their social security rights when moving and working within Europe.

The EU chips act recognises the essential role microchips play in everything from consumer electronics to critical infrastructure and their important contribution to the EU's competitiveness.

The pharma package updates the current rules on medicines to better meet patient needs and support competition and innovation.