Explainers

The EU is working on new rules to unlock the full potential of the single market for financial services, making it easier to invest and raise financing across borders.

The EU has adopted sanctions targeting individuals and entities responsible for hybrid threats and campaigns against the EU and its member states.

The Ukraine Facility provides Ukraine with financial support to bolster the country's financial stability, recovery and modernisation, keep its public administration running and support its reform efforts.

Waste is a hazard for the environment and human health. The EU works to prevent and better manage waste, and foster a more circular economy.

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 European Union and its member states are among the leading donors of humanitarian aid in the world, including to the Palestinian people, aiming to save lives, prevent and alleviate human suffering and maintain human dignity.