Under Russia's presidency, BRICS (acronym for the founding states – Brazil, Russia, India and China) held its first summit following the group's expansion on 1 January 2024, from 22 to 24 October in Kazan (Russia). With more than 30 delegations, 22 heads of state or government and several representatives of international organisations including United Nations (UN) Secretary-General António Guterres attending, the summit was a diplomatic success for Russia: it offered President Vladimir Putin the opportunity to demonstrate to the world that Russia is not isolated. For the first time, a NATO member, Türkiye, attended the summit, and applied to join BRICS. The meeting in Kazan underlined BRICS's ambition to foster relations with the Global South, and its aim of shaping an alternative multipolar world order, particularly in the global financial and trade system. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Following Russia's unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, the European Union (EU), G7, and allied partners imposed extensive sanctions targeting Russia's economy, in particular the oil sector, in an effort to curb the Kremlin's revenues which finance its war effort. Key measures include an embargo on Russian seaborne oil imports and a price cap on oil and oil products that restricts profits while still allowing sales below a certain price. Enforcement mechanisms prevent Russia from chartering or insuring oil tankers unless they comply with these limits. In response, Russia has sought new markets and established a 'shadow fleet' to evade these restrictions. The terms 'shadow fleet', 'dark fleet' and 'grey fleet' have gained prominence following the imposition of sanctions on Russian energy exports, yet their definitions remain inconsistent among experts, leading to confusion. Analysts increasingly recognise that the broader definition, encompassing all vessels lacking Western insurance and belonging to non-EU/G7+ companies, captures the diverse tactics employed by Russia to circumvent sanctions and highlights the potential risks associated with these operations. To evade sanctions, the Russian 'shadow fleet' makes use of flags of convenience and intricate ownership and management structures while employing a variety of tactics to conceal the origins of its cargo, including: ship-to-ship transfers; automatic identification system blackouts; falsified positions; transmission of false data; and other deceptive or even illegal techniques. In addition to bolstering its war chest, Russia's 'shadow fleet', which consists of a growing number of aging and poorly maintained vessels that operate with minimal regard to the regulations, poses significant environmental, maritime safety, and security risks. As Russia depends increasingly on its 'shadow fleet' to maintain oil exports, the EU and allied nations have implemented measures to counter these evasive tactics. These include imposing targeted sanctions on specific vessels and enhancing international collaboration to disrupt such activities. During a plenary debate in October 2024, Members of the European Parliament called for enhanced maritime surveillance, tighter shipping controls, and expanded sanctions to address the significant environmental and safety threats posed by these vessels. Parliament is expected to vote on a resolution on this issue during its November I 2024 plenary session. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

À l’occasion de la journée mondiale de lutte contre les violences faites aux femmes, l’association Vahine Orama no Raromatai organise une course solidaire à Uturoa le vendredi 22 novembre 2024.

European Works Councils (EWCs) are bodies that should guarantee employees the right to be consulted on important issues in large multinational companies active in multiple EU countries. However, EWCs have been criticised for being ineffective, on account of unclear definitions, non-dissuasive sanctions and ineffective access to justice. In February 2023, the European Parliament called for legislative action to address the shortcomings identified and strengthen the functioning of EWCs. In response, the European Commission consulted European social partners and put forward a proposal in January 2024 to revise the 2009 directive. The European Parliament's Committee on Employment and Social Affairs voted its report on 3 April 2024. The committee is expected to vote in December 2024 on a mandate for interinstitutional negotiations. Council adopted a general approach on 20 June 2024. Second edition. The 'EU Legislation in Progress' briefings are updated at key stages throughout the legislative procedure. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Every citizen of the Union has the right to move and reside freely within the territory of the Member States, subject to the limitations and conditions laid down in the EU Treaties. The Free Movement Directive (Directive 2004/38/EC), which sets out the conditions for exercising the right of free movement in the EU, only applies to EU citizens and their family members if they reside in a Member State of which they are not a national. There are, however, cases where this directive is still applicable by analogy through Article 21 TFEU (EU citizenship) in a Member State of nationality. This comes through the case law of the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU). There are two main categories of persons to whom the directive is applicable by analogy through Article 21 TFEU: (1) returners, meaning EU citizens who have made use of the right of free movement by residing in a Member State of which they do not have the nationality and move (return) to a Member State where they are a national; and (2) mobile dual EU citizens, meaning persons who have the nationality of more than one Member State and who have made use of their right of free movement. This briefing explains how the case law is applicable and sheds light on issues that remain unclear and which can have major repercussions on the interpretation of EU law. It should be read in conjunction with a previous briefing published by EPRS in 2024 which provides an overview of the free movement of EU citizens and their family members. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Media consumption patterns have changed profoundly in recent years, creating challenges for traditional news companies. News media are now faced with digitally native younger generations who often pay more attention to influencers and celebrities than they do to journalists, even when it comes to news. The teaching of media literacy skills is more necessary than ever to help people – especially children and young people – understand the difference between news circulating on social media and news provided by professional media sources. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Une dizaine d'agents de la douane de Papeete se sont rendus durant la course Hawaiki nui, dans le cadre de la lutte anti-drogue. L’occasion pour eux d’effectuer aussi des contrôles inopinés relatifs à la commercialisation de viande de tortue, notamment dans certaines roulottes suspectées d’en servir aux clients.

Le Congrès de la Nouvelle-Calédonie avait donné son feu vert. Le Sénat aussi. Ne manquait plus que le vote des députés. Mercredi 6 novembre, l'Assemblée nationale a largement adopté la proposition de loi sur le report des élections provinciales à l'unanimité. Désormais, le scrutin devra être organisé d'ici au 30 novembre 2025.

On 9 July 2024, the successful maiden flight of the new heavy-lift rocket Ariane 6 reinstated the EU's autonomous access to space. This came after several months of reliance on private United States launchers as a result of the temporary unavailability of an EU rocket. In recent years, the space sector has witnessed the conjunction of three trends. First, the space economy has grown globally, also because of competitive private actors. Second, as a consequence, space is now increasingly congested, with ever more space objects floating in orbit. Third, space has become a contested domain. With 80 countries having at least one satellite registered, space operations can now be instrumentalised: for instance, in 2021, Russia conducted an illegal anti satellite strike. In her political guidelines for 2024-2029, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, refers to space as an enabler of EU competitiveness, to be supported through investment. The guidelines mention space as a key domain for EU open strategic autonomy, to be enhanced through further cooperation by an EU–NATO partnership. Furthermore, Mario Draghi's September 2024 report on the future of European competitiveness stresses that, despite owning world-class space infrastructure and services, the EU is under-investing in space compared with its global competitors, and is lacking a unified legal framework on space. Ursula von der Leyen's mission letter to Andrius Kubilius, nominated on 17 September 2024 as Commissioner-designate for Defence and Space, names a set of initiatives to unleash a space contribution to EU competitiveness. It includes, in particular, the task of preparing a proposal for an EU space law to ensure a common EU playing field in space while ensuring security, safety, and sustainability. The letter also sets the task of fostering a strong and innovative space sector with a view to achieving several objectives, including maintaining the EU's autonomous access to space, curating EU spatial infrastructure, and enhancing the use of space data and services. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

By the 2030s, quantum computers might compromise traditional cryptography, putting digital infrastructure at high risk in the European Union (EU) and around the world. Specifically, it is expected that quantum computers' unique capabilities will allow them to solve complex mathematical problems, such as breaking the traditional cryptographic systems used universally. The confidentiality, integrity and authenticity of sensitive data – including health, financial, security and defence information – will be exposed to threats from any actor possessing a sufficiently powerful quantum computer. There is a pressing need for the EU to start preparing its digital assets to face this risk. Post-quantum cryptography (which uses classical computer properties) and quantum cryptography (which uses quantum mechanical properties) are the two types of critical technology able to protect digital infrastructure from quantum computer attacks. Robust post-quantum cryptography algorithms have been identified, but swift and efficient implementation is crucial before malicious actors exploit the power of quantum computers. Experts stress the need for quantum preparedness to be put in place now, with some of them even warning of a 'quantum cybersecurity Armageddon'. Several countries are adopting strategies to address post-quantum cryptography. The EU is working with Member States and the United States to speed up the transition to post-quantum cryptography, and is also exploring long-term quantum cryptography initiatives. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Le Pays cherche à moderniser le système des PPN, les produits de première nécessité, et les PGC, les produits de grande consommation. Un bouclier qualité prix aujourd'hui dénoncé par les commerçants et les économistes pour son inefficacité et son faible pouvoir redistributif. Pourtant, ce système intéresse les élus de Wallis et Futuna, qui selon eux, pourrait servir leur politique de lutte contre la vie chère.

Le Aito Nui 2 va être remplacé d'ici un mois. C'est que vient d'annoncer le ministre de l'Equipement aujourd'hui. Le nouveau remorqueur doit arriver le 10 décembre de Nouvelle-Calédonie.

The free flow of capital within the EU is one of the single market's four fundamental freedoms. However, despite the removal of legal barriers to capital flow, significant technical barriers persist and the EU's capital markets remain fragmented. Defragmentation of the capital markets – also referred to as capital markets union (CMU) or savings and investment union – is essential for the conduct of EU monetary policy, a level playing field among EU companies, and optimal allocation of capital within the EU. The coexistence of diverging rules across Member States creates opacity and uncertainty, deterring EU cross-border investors. This variation is due, among other factors, to differences in interpretation of EU law, inconsistency of decisions, and varying resources employed for supervision. The resulting variation in the application and enforcement of EU laws by the respective Member States' supervisory authorities is considered a major obstacle to completion of CMU. Harmonisation of supervision is one of the objectives of the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA). For the EU institutions, the establishment of an EU-level supervisory authority would be yet more efficient. Some suggest that, as with the single supervision mechanism for EU banking – whereby only 'significant banks' are subject to the EU banking supervisor – the powers of an EU single supervisory authority for capital markets could be limited to prominent players such as securities markets and asset managers. ESMA could fulfil this single supervisory function, subject to changes to its mission and governance. In its previous term, the European Parliament supported the shift of supervisory powers to ESMA. In a March 2024 statement, the Council invited the European Commission to examine the targeted strengthening of EU supervisory authorities' role and governance in order to enhance convergence. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

In her political guidelines presented on 18 July 2024, European Commission President-elect Ursula von der Leyen identified defence as a priority and a key sector in completing the single market. An important part of that effort will be building a 'European Defence Union'. To frame the new approach and to identify defence investment needs, von der Leyen committed that the new Commission would present a white paper on the future of European defence within the first 100 days of taking office. Subsequently, the Commissioners designated to take on the High Representative/Vice President portfolio (Kaja Kallas, Estonia) and the portfolio for Defence and Space (Andrius Kubilius, Lithuania) have been tasked with producing the paper. The white paper is expected to predominantly address defence sector capability issues, industrial competitiveness and investment needs. It should also frame the overall approach to EU defence integration, with the aim of strengthening the EU's ability to respond to threats, particularly in the context of Russia's continuing aggression in Ukraine, combined with evolving geopolitical challenges to the south and increased military capabilities of other global actors. Among other things, the white paper should outline the path towards key initiatives such as a European air shield to bolster air defence across the continent and expanded cyber-defence capabilities; closer EU-NATO cooperation; more efficient EU Member State defence spending; the reduction of external dependencies in defence procurement; and increased intra-EU collaboration in industrial, innovation, procurement and production issues. Experts widely agree that a key challenge to address is how to increase financing for the defence industry with, inter alia, the provision of incentives for investors and the creation of economies of scale; a clear assessment of the EU's defence needs; and coordination among the many EU defence initiatives proposed in recent years. The European Parliament first called for an EU white paper on security and defence as early as 2016. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

A peine élue, notre reine de beauté, Temanava Domingo, se prépare à partir pour Miss France. Un jour avant son départ, elle garde ses habitudes : soins de beauté et préparation mentale avec son entourage proche, qui lui a permis de rafler le titre de Miss Tahiti.

The European Union (EU) is committed to ensuring its budget delivers maximum value for citizens by focusing on results and performance. In 2018, as part of the shift towards performance-based budgeting, the EU revised the rules applicable to the general budget and introduced the possibility of financing that is not linked to cost (FNLC) in addition to the traditional ways of financing based on incurred costs (Article 125 of EU Regulation 2018/1046). Under this method, payments are based on results achieved, and are made if a beneficiary fulfils predefined conditions linked to progress in implementing or achieving the objectives of a project or programme. The Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF) – the EU's ground-breaking instrument created to support the Member States' post-pandemic economic recovery – is a key example of how this delivery method is applied. For the first time, disbursements to the Member States depend on achieving pre-defined milestones and targets relating to the implementation of reform and investment measures. Since the creation of the RRF, the EU has set up similar instruments in other policy areas. The Ukraine Facility (UF) and the Reform and Growth Facility for the Western Balkans (WBF), both launched in 2024, share some key features with the RRF delivery method. Along with the application of the FNLC principle for payments, other common features include the prominent role of the reform measures, using scoreboards to monitor implementation, and setting up special forums, known as 'dialogues', for the exchange of information and views with the European Parliament. Examining in detail this innovative way of funding as it applies to the three facilities helps to shed light on an emerging, performance-based modus operandi that is already being discussed as a possible blueprint for other spending tools under the post-2027 EU budget. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the need for a resilient healthcare system but also for quick access to inventions and technologies in challenging situations. To address this need, in April 2023 the Commission submitted a proposal for a regulation on compulsory licensing for crisis management. The aim is to secure the rapid deployment of patent-protected inventions in times of crisis or emergency, without eroding patent protection as an incentive to innovate. The proposal lays down rules and procedures for granting Union compulsory licences and supervising the law's implementation. Views on the proposal diverge. Civil society organisations support broad application of the compulsory licensing scheme, whereas industry organisations advocate narrow application. Opinions differ on: (i) the need for legislative intervention; (ii) the events justifying the use of compulsory licences; (iii) whether compulsory licensing should be conditional on failed prior negotiations for voluntary licences; (iv) whether the disclosure of know-how or trade secrets is warranted under certain circumstances; (v) at what level remuneration and sanctions should be capped; vi) how advisory bodies should be composed; and vii) what role potential licensees should play in initiating and engaging in the compulsory licensing procedure. On 13 March 2024, Parliament voted its first-reading position ahead of future trilogue negotiations. Parliament insists on empowering the Commission to mandate the disclosure of relevant trade secrets and know-how, and on significantly strengthening the position of rights-holders. In its position of 26 June 2024, the Council recommends a more industry-oriented approach. Third edition. The 'EU Legislation in Progress' briefings are updated at key stages throughout the legislative procedure. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Des litchis en dessert en fin d’année ! Alors que la production du fruit rouge était proche de zéro en 2023, 2024 s’annonce comme une année exceptionnelle, annonce le responsable du fret d’Air Tahiti dont les avions devraient prochainement rapatrier de Tubuai des tonnes de litchis.

Anna Moke, mère de l’ancienne Miss Tahiti Thérèse Moke, est décédée. Sa mort est survenue à son arrivée à l'aéroport de Tahiti-Faa'a après son évasan depuis les Marquises.

C'est à la fin du mois d'octobre que l' Apetahi Express devait commencer ses rotations entre la presqu'île et la capitale. Depuis, rien, au grand désespoir des habitants de Tahiti iti. La raison : le manque d'infrastructures dans le port de Faratea.

En Polynésie, c'est un fait : les cimetières saturent à mesure que les années passent. Mais les communes choisissent de les agrandir au lieu de monter un projet de crématorium. Les églises s'ouvrent peu à peu à l'idée tandis que de nombreuses familles franchissent déjà le pas.

Au départ de Tahaa, rien n’était joué. Les comptes étaient presque remis à zéro en tout cas pour les deux leaders OPT et Shell. À l’arrivée à Bora Bora, c’est finalement la grosse surprise Air Tahiti. L’équipe franchit en premier la ligne d’arrivée… Retour sur cette incroyable troisième étape.

La troisième et dernière étape de la Hawaiki Nui Va'a 2024 s'est tenue le vendredi 1er novembre, entre l'île de Tahaa et Bora Bora. Huahine a donné du fil à retordre à l'équipe au coquillage. Shell va'a a mené la course pendant au moins deux heures avant de se faire distancer par OPT, Air Tahiti puis Huahine, la surprise du jour ! Le trio s'est adonné à un combat inattendu, avant de laisser à OPT et Air Tahiti le plaisir d'un duo sensationnel jusqu'à la victoire d'étape d'Air Tahiti et la victoire finale d'OPT. La course est à revivre dans cet article.

Air Tahiti remporte la troisième étape de la 31e édition de la Hawaiki Nui Va’a entre Tahaa et Bora Bora, vendredi 1er novembre, à l'issue d'une traversée de 58 km entre Taha’a et Bora Bora. Après avoir mené la première partie de course, Shell s'est fait distancer par un trio de tête inattendu : OPT, Huahine, Air Tahiti. À l'entrée dans le lagon de Bora Bora, OPT et Air Tahiti ont offert un duo de tête sensationnel... Et c'est OPT qui termine premier au classement général.

Une course de 26 km entièrement dans le lagon entre Raiatea et Tahaa. Une étape où seule la puissance gagne. Et à ce jeu, Shell Va’a a démontré qu’ils étaient incontestablement les meilleurs. OPT a commis une erreur qui lui a coûté du temps au chrono et Air Tahiti a pris un mauvais départ avant de se rattraper. Retour sur cette deuxième étape.

La 2e étape de la Hawaiki Nui Va'a 2024 se déroule entre Raiatea - Taha'a, ce jeudi 31 octobre. Le départ est donné à 8h50 de la plage de Uturoa à Raiatea. L'arrivée se fait devant la plage de Patio à Taha'a. L’événement est à vivre en direct sur les antennes de Polynésie la 1ère.

La deuxième étape de la 31ème Hawaiki Nui Va'a s'est tenue ce jeudi 31 octobre entre Raiatea et Tahaa. Après la victoire d'OPT mercredi et la deuxième place d'Air Tahiti, Shell va'a a pris du retard sur ses adversaires. Mais l'équipe au coquillage est revenue dans la course en remportant cette étape.

La 2e étape de la Hawaiki Nui Va'a 2024 se déroule entre Raiatea - Taha'a, ce jeudi 31 octobre. Le départ est donné à 8h50 de la plage de Uturoa à Raiatea. L'arrivée se fait devant la plage de Patio à Taha'a. L’événement est à vivre en direct sur les antennes de Polynésie la 1ère.

Credible ECB monetary policy requires that the revised EU economic governance framework be tightly enforced from its start. Net primary expenditures as key control variable allow predictable monetary policy focused on stabilisation. However, widespread debt reduction pushing spending growth below potential GDP growth may prompt more accommodative ECB policy. Moreover, potentially cumulating changes in public spending-to-GDP ratios need close monitoring. Finally, the criteria for TPI may increase pressure to be lenient on enforcement of the fiscal rules. This document was provided by the Economic Governance and EMU Scrutiny Unit at the request of the Committee on Economic and Monetary Affairs (ECON) ahead of the Monetary Dialogue with the ECB President on 4 December 2024. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

La 1ère étape de la Hawaiki Nui Va’a 2024 s'est tenue mercredi 30 octobre, entre Huahine et Raiatea. 103 équipages, toutes catégories confondues, ont participé à cette prestigieuse compétition en haute mer et sur le lagon. Dans la course reine, OPT décroche une victoire inédite suivi d'Air Tahiti et Shell Va'a.

Punahei Tereua était portée disparue depuis le dimanche 27 octobre, après le chavirement du bateau de son père en mer. Son corps a été repêché ce mercredi 30 octobre au petit matin.

La première étape de la Hawaiki Nui Va'a 2024 s'est tenue mercredi 30 octobre entre Huahine et Raiatea. Chez les seniors, la team OPT remporte cette étape de 44,5 kilomètres et devance Air Tahiti (deuxième) et Shell va'a (troisième).

This document provides an overview of all country-specific recommendations for 2024 as proposed by the Commission on 19 June 2024 and agreed by the Council on 16 July 2024. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

This paper provides an overview of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)’s lending to Ukraine, particularly focusing on the IMF response to the Russia’s invasion of Ukraine since February 2022, given the challenging macroeconomic circumstances. If further analyses the key elements of the IMF’ Extended Fund Facility (EFF) programme for Ukraine, including the evolution of core assumptions, risks, fiscal sustainability and conditionality. Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

Le service de l'urbanisme, devenu en 2021, Direction de la construction et de l'aménagement, a récupéré la compétence de l'hygiène des constructions, auparavant gérée par le Centre d'hygiène et de salubrité publique. Des procédures supplémentaires qui s'ajoutent aux délais, déjà longs, d’instruction des dossiers de permis de construire.