Following Russia's invasion of Ukraine on 24 February 2022, more than 4 million Ukrainians have been welcomed under the temporary protection scheme in the EU. From the beginning of the war, the European Commission, national, regional and local authorities, together with civil society and international organisations, have worked to facilitate the reception and the integration of people fleeing the war in Ukraine. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Advanced digital network infrastructure and digital services will be key in shaping the competitiveness of many European Union (EU) sectors – among them manufacturing, energy and healthcare – in the near future. Furthermore, these infrastructure and services are at the core of the twin digital and green transition that seeks to leverage the synergies between technological advancements and environmental sustainability. It is therefore necessary to ensure that the EU's networks are up to the task, including in terms of transmission speed. Having high-performing fixed and mobile networks with a higher transmission speed can have a positive effect on economic development as well, by boosting the gross domestic product. In its Digital Decade strategy, the European Commission put forward its vision for new strategic connectivity targets for 2030, such as preparing the EU for the roll-out of the next generation of broadband infrastructure with gigabit speeds. This briefing aims to provide an overview of full fibre and 5G mobile networks as part of the EU's Digital Decade goal to accelerate deployment and investment in future-proof infrastructures. In this context, it discusses the current state of full fibre and 5G mobile technology in the EU, including the challenges of attracting private investment, and explores new business models for network deployment. With 7 years left to reach the 2030 connectivity targets, it is paramount to understand where the EU stands in terms of future-proof network deployment, address the challenges and identify the opportunities that would help the EU telecom sector to thrive. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

L’Assemblée de Polynésie française poursuit sa session administrative. Si les passes d’armes se sont succédées ce matin entre le report de l’examen de l’avis sur l’inscription des Marquises à l’Unesco et les questions au gouvernement, l’après-midi a été beaucoup plus calme pour le renouvellement des commissions. Sur les neuf commissions, quatre présidences ont été changées, avec des choix stratégiques en vue des prochaines élections municipales.

At the end of January 2024, Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger announced their withdrawal (referred to as 'Sahelexit' by several media outlets) from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This withdrawal – with immediate effect according to the departing states, within a one-year deadline according to the ECOWAS Treaty – presents a complex set of challenges for the region. ECOWAS, initially designed to promote regional economic integration, has over the years adopted protocols to uphold democracy and good governance. On several occasions it has adopted sanctions against unconstitutional changes of government in its member states, like those that recently occurred in Mali, Guinea, Burkina Faso and Niger. However, these actions have had mixed results, with negative effects on most ECOWAS member states, hindering economic cooperation and increasing trade costs, thereby complicating regional integration efforts and increasing humanitarian crises. The three states presented their withdrawal as a reaction to sanctions. Despite the lifting of sanctions, the three states are still considering bringing their new Alliance of Sahelian States (AES) out of ECOWAS. The withdrawal will probably not mitigate the negative effects of the sanctions; it also risks weakening existing security mechanisms and international cooperation, already made fragile by the forced departure of UN and Western forces from these states, while Russian private military companies appear to be taking over in the three AES countries. The impact on the EU is manifold. The rising influence of Russia and other players, coupled with the increasingly negative perception of France in its former colonies, is already challenging the EU's clout in the region. EU security and migration strategies throughout West Africa depend significantly on the leverage of ECOWAS over its member states. As this leverage is reduced by the withdrawal of three of them, this could potentially escalate security risks and further destabilise neighbouring regions. Migration flows might become less controlled, potentially increasing irregular migration to Europe. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Au tribunal de Papeete ce jeudi, un couple, au casier vierge, bien inséré socialement et professionnellement, était jugé pour une affaire d'Ice. En février dernier, ils ont tenté d'importer 189 grammes de métamphétamine depuis les Etats-unis. Tous les deux avaient été arrêtés à Los Angeles, juste avant d'embarquer pour Tahiti. Mais surtout, le commanditaire passait ses commandes depuis sa cellule de Tatutu.

Un perroquet et une étoile de mer pour représenter Tahiti. C’est le choix qu’a fait la Monnaie de Paris sur ses pièces collector, mettant à l’honneur les lieux emblématiques qui vont accueillir les épreuves des Jeux Olympiques. Un choix qui a fait réagir ici au fenua, car il n’y a pas de perroquet en Polynésie française et l’étoile de mer n’est pas non plus l’animal marin le plus fréquent. Mais la Monnaie de Paris a donné des explications.

The June 2024 European elections are the focal point for a broader renewal of the leadership of all the European Union's main institutions. This timeline sets out the main steps up until the end of 2024, with likely timings. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

The opportunity to be involved in political life is at the heart of what it means to live in a democracy, whether by standing for elected office, joining a political party, or following political news in the media. People with disabilities are active citizens who are keen to participate given the right opportunities. However, legal, administrative, institutional and accessibility barriers can still prevent them from taking part in elections. To nurture democratic societies in which all members can participate fully, the United Nations (UN) and the European Union are striving for full inclusion of people with disabilities. Through its Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the UN promotes the political participation of people with disabilities. Through its Charter of Fundamental Rights, the EU guarantees each and every citizen the right to vote and stand as a candidate in elections to the European Parliament and the right to vote and stand as a candidate in municipal elections. The European Commission's 2021 2030 strategy for the rights of persons with disabilities commits the EU and its Member States to making those rights a reality. With the European elections fast approaching in June 2024, the European Parliament is renewing its commitment to ensuring the equal participation of people with disabilities in this major European political event. This updates a briefing published in May 2023. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

This document provides an overview of the public hearings of the Chair of the Supervisory Board of the European Central Bank in the ECON Committee during the 9th parliamentary term (since July 2019), and lists all research papers requested by the ECON Committee, which are in general provided by a standing panel of banking experts. The annex gives an overview of the respective legal bases for those hearings, which form part of the accountability framework of the Single Supervisory Mechanism (SSM). Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Ce document s’intègre dans une série d’études qui, avec une perspective de droit comparé, visent à faire une présentation de la liberté d’entreprise dans différents ordres juridiques. Après avoir expliqué le droit positif et la jurisprudence d’application, le contenu, les limites et la possible évolution de cette liberté sont examinés. La présente étude a pour objet le cas de la France. La liberté d’entreprise n’est pas expressément reconnue par la Constitution française de 1958, mais elle bénéficie d’une reconnaissance depuis la décision constitutionnelle de 1982 relative aux nationalisations. Cette liberté est fortement encadrée. Elle s’épanouit dans le cadre d’un modèle économique caractérisé par l’interventionnisme des autorités publiques. La tradition colbertiste s’est toutefois adaptée et transformée. Indéniablement, des tendances libérales s’affirment, notamment en raison de la force obligatoire du droit de l’Union européenne. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

This document provides an overview of public hearings and exchange of views with the Chair of the Single Resolution Board (SRB) in the ECON Committee since July 2019. It also provides an overview of all external papers requested by the ECON Committee by a standing panel of banking experts. Lastly, the annex contains an overview of the respective legal bases for these hearings as part of the accountability framework of the SRB. For an overview of public hearings during the 8th parliamentary term, please see here. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Le navire du Pays, Tahiti Nui, prendra exceptionnellement la mer, jeudi, direction : les Tuamotu Nord-Est. L'armateur habituel ne pouvant assurer ses rotations habituelles, le bateau transportera les 300 tonnes de fret à destination de la population.

This document provides an overview of Economic Dialogues with the other institutions of the European Union that has taken place in the competent committee(s) of the European Parliament since September 2019 under the European Semester for economic policy coordination. It also lists the Recovery and Resilience Dialogues with the European Commission as undertaken by the competent committee(s) since the entry of force of the Recovery and Resilience Facility in 2021. It also includes an overview of the respective legal bases for these dialogues. During the 9th legislative term, the competent committees held 15 Recovery and Resilience Dialogues with the Commission, 10 Economic Dialogues with the Commission, 9 Economic Dialogues with the Council, and 6 Economic Dialogues with the Eurogroup. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

L'Office Polynésien de l'Habitat assouplit ses règles de construction: un fare OPH très spécial vient de sortir de terre. Il est perché à deux mètres de hauteur. D'autres F3 situés dans le quartier Graffe, Afarerii, à Pirae, pourraient bien être construits, sur le même modèle.

Accès réglementé pour se rendre sur le site olympique de Teahupoo, sélection du public par tirage au sort. Les organisateurs avaient tout prévu, sauf les arnaques sur internet. Nos confrères de Radio 1 ont relayé l'alerte lancée hier par un prestataire touristique de la Presqu'île.

Le CEREMA, Centre d'études et d'expertise sur les risques, l'environnement, la mobilité et l'aménagement, le confirme dans une étude parue le 5 Avril dernier. Les projections sur le recul du trait de côte sont alarmantes. D'ici 2050, des centaines d'habitants devront quitter leur domicile.

The EU is providing Ukraine with strong political and economic support, and future EU accession should support its reconstruction and modernisation, the cost of which is currently estimated at over €450 billion. This year's Ukraine Recovery Conference will seek to improve coordination and cooperation among its allies. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Il s’appelait Teremu. Il avait 29 ans. Il y a deux mois, il a mis fin à ses jours, après des années d’addiction à l’ice. Juste avant, il a envoyé un dernier message à sa mère. Entretien exclusif et bouleversant qui est aussi un message envoyé aux autres parents.

De nouveaux pictogrammes et des modèles informatiques plus précis qui intègrent une meilleure résolution du relief sous-marin permettront, dès la semaine prochaine, d'alerter seulement les riverains des communes concernées, et non plus tout ou partie de la côte Est ou Ouest de Tahiti.

Victime d'une avarie moteur, le Hawaiki Nui a été remorqué ce week-end par le Hava'i. Les rotations du navire vers les îles-sous-le-vent sont suspendues jusqu'à nouvel ordre.

Ce samedi, la grande échelle de 30 mètres a été sollicitée à la demande du Père Christophe. Aucun moyen pour intervenir depuis l'intérieur du clocher: il s'agissait de resserrer les deux aiguilles autour de l'axe de l'horloge.

This briefing provides a summary of the recent economic developments in the EU Member States and gives an overview of relevant economic projections forecasted by major international and EU institutions. Annex 1 includes latest GDP data and forecasts for all EU Member States and Annex 2 the latest inflation data and developments. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

The Next Generation EU recovery instrument, and in particular the Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF), with its target to dedicate at least 20 % of funding to the digital objectives, contribute significantly to one of EU's core priorities, the digital transformation. A number of reports acknowledge the RRF as a primary contributor to most of the Digital Decade targets, namely the digital transformation of businesses and public services, as well as building digital skills and infrastructure across the EU. This briefing aims to give a flavour of what Member States' national recovery and resilience plans (NRRPs) bring to boost investment and innovation in the field of artificial intelligence (AI) in particular. The first part provides background information on what the EU does (in terms of regulation and investment) to ensure its competitiveness in the field. The second part contains a set of country examples outlining selected measures from various NRRPs. AI is an advanced technology, and before unlocking all the opportunities it holds, Member States need to address barriers to its widespread uptake, such as regulatory issues, shortage of digitally skilled professionals, low digitalisation of companies and others. In a broad sense, all digital measures in the NRRPs help create enabling conditions allowing the development and uptake of more advanced digital innovations. Within the NRRPs, AI-related measures can fall under different categories: investment in research and development; digitalisation of businesses; digital public services; digital capacities; and deployment of advanced technologies. Some NRRPs (such as Spain's) envisage specific financing to boost AI development, while in others support is rather indirect. Overall, the NRRPs help pave the way for subsequent initiatives in developing AI. The RRF funds come on top of dedicated EU funding from other programmes, and although they will not suffice to close the investment gap in the field, they are a step towards boosting the EU's ambition. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

This briefing analyses digital public services in the national recovery and resilience plans (NRRPs) from a multilevel governance perspective. It seeks to present the current state of affairs, examine how existing policy is working on the ground, and identify best practice and ideas for the future on the part of governmental organisations at all levels of the European system of multilevel governance. It presents an initial appraisal of available evidence and takes as its starting point digital public services in the NRRPs of Italy, Spain, Germany, France, Greece and Slovenia. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

The global supply of cocaine is at record levels: in just six years (from 2014 to 2020), cocaine production doubled and led to a 416 % increase in the European cocaine market. Almost all cocaine produced comes from the Andean region: With 61 % of total production, Colombia remains the world's biggest cultivator of coca, followed by Peru (26 %) and Bolivia (13 %). Political instability experienced in Andean countries in recent years goes hand in hand with a worsening public security situation and rising cocaine supplies. There has been a dramatic security deterioration, particularly in Ecuador, where the homicide rate rose from 13.7 per 100 000 people in 2021 to about 45 in 2023, placing Ecuador among the top three most violent countries in Latin America. Illicit drug trafficking is also affecting the EU as never before. In 2021, EU Member State authorities seized 303 tonnes of cocaine – the highest ever amount of cocaine confiscated in Europe. Today, the drug trade orchestrated by organised crime poses one of the most serious security threats to the EU. Almost 40 % of the criminal networks active in the EU are involved in the illegal drugs trade. Some 50 % of all homicides in Europe are connected to drug trafficking. Against this backdrop, the EU is stepping up its response and has established a series of instruments to fight organised crime, such as the EU security union strategy and the roadmap to fight drug trafficking and organised crime. Moreover, in 2023, the European Commission started negotiating international agreements on the exchange of personal data between Europol and a series of Latin American countries and launched the European Ports Alliance in January 2024. Cooperation on illegal drug-related issues has become a priority for the strategic partnership between the EU and the Community of Latin America and Caribbean states (CELAC). Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

On 14 February 2024, a workshop was organised on behalf of the Subcommittee on Human Rights on the effective implementation of the human rights clauses found in the EU’s international agreements. The workshop, firstly, examined best practices available, such as benchmarking and impact assessments as well as monitoring, evaluation and enforcement, highlighting possible improvements for the human rights clause implementation. Representative examples from the existing agreements were given to pinpoint best practices that could guide future reforms. Secondly, academic and civil society experts analysed the effectiveness of human rights clauses through the case studies covering the EU’s agreements with Ethiopia, Tunisia and Vietnam. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Elle a refait surface en 2020 et décime des milliers d'élevages dans le monde : la peste porcine africaine est aux portes de la Polynésie... Les éleveurs du fenua redoublent donc de vigilance et prennent toutes les précautions sanitaires pour éviter le pire. Exemple à Papeari avec Teking Lai Ah Che.

Une rencontre a eu lieu vendredi 19 avril, pour faire le point sur la préparation des Jeux du Pacifique 2027. Infrastructures, nombre d'athlètes, nombre de disciplines... Le président du Conseil des Jeux, Vidhya Lakhan, et son directeur exécutif Andrew Minogue, accompagnés des membres du Comité organisateur et du COPF ont exposé leurs ambitions.

Vous souhaitez proposer un film à la compétition du 22e FIFO, qui aura lieu du 31 janvier au 09 février 2025 à la Maison de la Culture ? Voici les informations.

The main developments of the early Treaties are related to the creation of Community own resources, the reinforcement of the budgetary powers of Parliament, election of MEPs by direct universal suffrage and the setting-up of the European Monetary System (EMS). The entry into force of the Single European Act in 1986, which substantially altered the Treaty of Rome, bolstered the notion of integration by creating a large internal market. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Le Haut-commissaire confirme avoir reçu le courrier cosigné de la main d'Edouard Fritch et de Nicole Sanquer. Dans ce document, révélé par Tahiti Infos, les élus de l'opposition dénoncent une « violation de la législation » de la part du gouvernement Brotherson et demandent à Eric Spitz d'agir en tant que « garant de la légalité ».

L'ancien président du Pays, Gaston Flosse, a été hospitalisé trois jours, cette semaine, suite à une fatigue. Il va mieux, est sorti ce matin et a besoin de repos.

Selon nos informations, la présidence aurait demandé «oralement» à la Diren (direction de l'environnement) de déménager avant le 1er juillet. Les agents supposent que c'est pour laisser la place à l'école privée numérique et demandent à dialoguer pour «déménager dans les meilleures conditions et pas sur la base de rumeurs».

The United Kingdom (UK) has so far taken a light-touch regulatory approach to its strong artificial intelligence (AI) sector. While the lack of horizontal laws may create a complicated legislative patchwork, the government argues that this is conducive to innovation and agile technology. With its new broad AI Act, the EU has taken a different path, but despite diverging approaches there are some promising signs for future cooperation. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Air pollution is the single largest environmental health risk in the EU and causes significant damage to ecosystems. As part of the European Green Deal's zero pollution ambition, on 26 October 2022 the European Commission tabled a proposal for a revision of the Ambient Air Quality Directives. The proposed directive would set air quality standards for 2030 that are more closely aligned with World Health Organization (WHO) recommendations, as updated in 2021. It would also include a mechanism for the standards' regular review based on the latest scientific information. To achieve them on time, the Member States would have to establish air quality plans ahead of 2030. Provisions on air quality monitoring and assessment would be updated, including through new requirements for monitoring pollutants of emerging concern, such as ultrafine particles. Stakeholders' reactions to the proposal have been mixed. Non-governmental organisations call for full alignment with the WHO guidelines by 2030 at the latest, and for penalties if the 2030 deadline is missed. Industry representatives insist on the need to meet current standards first, before aiming for higher ones. The European Parliament and the Council reached a provisional agreement on the file on 20 February 2024. The text, approved in March by Member States representatives in the Council and by Parliament's Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety, now requires formal adoption by the co-legislators. Parliament is expected to vote on the final text during its second April 2024 part-session. Third edition. The 'EU Legislation in Progress' briefings are updated at key stages throughout the legislative procedure. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP