EU Poverty News Monitoring

Greece 'crisis' as bombshell report shows one in four on brink of poverty

More than one in four Greeks - 26.9% of the population - is on the threshold of poverty or social exclusion, a Eurostat report published Wednesday (April 30) has revealed. This translates to roughly 2.74 million people in a country of 10.4 million.The …

Romania: Election re-run underway after vote annulment

People headed to the polls in Romania on Sunday morning in a re-run of the presidential election which was annulled late last year. Polls opened at 7 a.m. (0400 GMT/UTC) and will close at 9 p.m. Exit polls are expected shortly afterward. Why was the …

"Dr. Bethune of potato": Belgian agronomist cultivates EU-China friendships

Over the past two decades, Serneels has crossed continents more than 60 times, tirelessly traveling into China's rural heartlands. His mission: to help Chinese farmers grow better potatoes and train the next generation of agronomists. by Xinhua writer …

Jamaica’s vanishing clay fields

RAINFORD... an artisan of 20 years who’s also a Rose Town, St Andrew, instructor to up-and-coming clay artisans (Photos: UNDP) WHEN Fabian Rainford gets ready to mould and fire clay pots for sale he takes a short walk to a section of Rose Town in St Andrew …

Feature: "Dr. Bethune of potato": Belgian agronomist cultivates EU-China friendships

by Xinhua writer Ding Yinghua BRUSSELS, May 2 (Xinhua) -- A group of Belgian students walks through a greenhouse on the outskirts of Chongqing, China, where fields of tender seedlings stretch out beneath their feet. Leading them is Francois Serneels -- a …

Buried Dangers, Lasting Impact: How Landmines Erode Peace, Stifle Recovery, And Endanger Communities' Wellbeing

Landmines threaten peace, recovery, and lives Landmine hazards are one of the most insidious legacies of conflict as explosive devices often lie lurking undetected beneath the surface of the land for decades only to be one day triggered by pressure, …

Mihhail Kõlvart: Slogans not enough to manufacture security

Party ratings clearly show that Estonians can no longer be swayed by even the most polished slogans. The Estonian people will not — and should not — settle for anything less than a thoughtful and credible action plan, writes Mihhail Kõlvart. The decline in …

EU countries must better embed social justice in climate plans ahead of ETS 2 introduction – NGOs

EU member states’ national climate plans insufficiently address just transition issues, a crucial deficiency ahead of the introduction of a carbon price on transport and heating fuels from 2027, said a report by NGO network CAN Europe and Germanwatch. “ …

Economic Comeback? Not for Greeks Reaching Edge of Poverty 

ATHENS – Greece’s remarkable turnaround from nearly being pushed out of the Eurozone during an economic and austerity crisis to speeding growth hasn’t benefited many vulnerable people or families or provided more high-paying jobs. The European Union’s …

Top 5 Myths About Moldova’s EU Integration — and Why They Are False

Public discussions, social media debates, and political rhetoric often distort the reality of Moldova’s path toward European Union integration. Below, we address five of the most common myths — and explain the truth behind them. Myth 1: “The EU will erase …

DBM, European Union and UNICEF to help strengthen public finance for children in the Philippines 

By Contributor on April 30, 2025 THE DEPARTMENT of Budget and Management, European Union (EU), and UNICEF have launched a joint Public Finance Facility, a cooperation programme to support the concerted and targeted budgeting of public funds to improve the …

Close to 3 Million Greeks on the Brink of Poverty, Eurostat Says

Despite the ongoing economic recovery, Greeks remain some of the poorest in the European Union. Credit: /Wikimedia Commons/ More than one in four Greeks or 26.9 percent of Greece’s population is on the threshold of poverty or social exclusion, …

One fifth of the EU population at risk of poverty or social exclusion

EU population at risk of poverty or social exclusion slightly decreases in 2023. A slight decrease of 0.3 percentage points was observed in 2023 regarding the EU population at risk of poverty or social exclusion, amounting to 21.3% or 94.6 million people. …

Over 20% of EU Residents Facing Poverty – Guess Who’s Doing Just Fine?

https://sputnikglobe.com/20250501/over-20-of-eu-residents-facing-poverty--guess-whos-doing-just-fine-1121961476.html Over 20% of EU Residents Facing Poverty – Guess Who’s Doing Just Fine? Over 20% of EU Residents Facing Poverty – Guess Who’ …

Over 20% of EU Residents Facing Poverty – Guess Who’s Doing Just Fine?

Donald Trump’s tariffs reflect globalised nations changing over the last 10 years — many in the EU feel the same about ...

Jeffry Frieden is Professor of International and Public Affairs and Political Science at Columbia University SIPA. Speaking to Srijana Mitra Das, he discusses globalisation, China’s rise — and why this eclipsed US industry: Q. What is the core of your …

Bulgaria Reports Highest Share of Citizens at Risk of Poverty and Social Exclusion in 2024, Eurostat Data

In 2024, 93.3 million people in the European Union, equivalent to 21% of the population of EU countries, were at risk of poverty and social exclusion. This is according to the latest Eurostat data published Wednesday.  Their share is down by 0.3 percentage …

Eurostat Data Indicates Greeks on Brink of Poverty, 3rd Worst in EU

According to Eurostat, 26.9% of Greece’s population is on the threshold of poverty or social exclusion, compared to the EU average of 21%. In absolute terms. In absolute numbers, this translates to 2,740,051 people in the country. The Eurostat figures come …

Millions of EU Residents Suffer from Poverty

(MENAFN) Roughly 93.3 million individuals within the European Union, representing 21 percent of the overall population, faced the danger of poverty or social exclusion in the year 2024, according to newly published statistics from Eurostat on Wednesday. …

AMMWEC and UPF Honor Pakistani Senator Kamran Michael for Championing Religious Freedom

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 3, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC), in partnership with the Universal Peace Federation (UPF), proudly presented awards to Pakistani Senator …

Statement by the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina on the Occasion of World Press Freedom Day

Sarajevo, 3 May 2025 – A free society depends on a free press.  In recognition of World Press Freedom Day, the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina (Mission) reaffirms its continued commitment to defending the fundamental right to free and independent …

Quin Christian and Eugene Rhuggenaath Engage in Exchange of Ideas in Washington for Curaçao’s Sustainable Development

A focus on sustainable development and future-proof investments WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- During a visit with U.S. lawmakers last week, Quin Christian held a productive meeting with former Prime Minister of Curacao …

Many Citizens of Redington Beach Seeking Formal Complaints Regarding Alleged Retaliation by Local Officials

We The People Of Redington Beach Image REDINGTON BEACH, Fla., May 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Citizens for Fair Governance, a civil rights advocacy group representing many residents of Redington Beach, Florida, are seeking to file a formal complaint with …

EIN Presswire’s Debut Edition of ‘Heard on the Streets': PR Expert Clears Up Important PR Misconception

Sherrie Handrinos discusses how to earn media coverage and the key differences between earned PR and paid placement WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the debut edition of “Heard on the Streets,” a new series on …

President Trump Backs Italian Columbus as Notorious Historian Challenges Italian Columbus Myth and Fraud

President Trump revives Columbus Day as renowned historian dares to correct ancient misconceptions that have shaped American misunderstandings for generations. TRELEW, PANTAGONIA, ARGENTINA, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As President Donald …

ThinkCareBelieve: Week 15 of the Trump Administration

Washington, DC, May 02, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Link to ThinkCareBelieve's Article:  https://thinkcarebelieve.blog/2025/05/02/week-15-of-the-trump-administration/ Article on Deportations, Criminal Aliens and Child …

Empowering the Next Generation: OSCE Trains Over 3,000 Youth in Financial Literacy across Kyrgyzstan

For several years, the OSCE Programme Office in Bishkek (POiB) has been leading a sustained effort to promote financial literacy among youth in Kyrgyzstan. Through comprehensive training programmes held annually across the country, the POiB helps young …

OSCE and EU support Central Asian states to safeguard non-profit organizations from abuse by terrorists

Ensuring a proportionate approach to combating the instrumentalization of non-profit organizations (NPOs) by terrorists in Central Asia was the focus of a workshop organized by the OSCE Transnational Threats Department and the EU Global Facility on Anti- …

Building Climate Resilience: OSCE Chairpersonship Event in Vienna

VIENNA, 2 May 2025 – Over 140 participants from OSCE Participating States, Partners for Co-operation, OSCE Institutions, civil society, and international organizations gathered in Vienna for the "Resilient Together in a Changing Climate" …

International observers to Romania’s repeat presidential election to hold press conference on Monday

BUCHAREST, 2 May 2025 – International election observers will hold a press conference to present their findings following the repeat presidential election in Romania. What: A press conference of the international election observation mission to the repeat …

Essay Contest Winners Celebrate Why They Like Carson by Showcasing Schools, Parks, Restaurants, and Community

CARSON, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The City of Carson hosted its annual “Why I Like Carson” Essay Writing Contest Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, April 30, 2025, at the Carson Event Center. The "Why I Like Carson" …

OSCE strengthens law enforcement and judicial response to gender-based violence through survivor engagement and theater ...

On 28 and 29 April, the OSCE Transnational Threats Department, in co-operation with the OSCE Mission to Bosnia and Herzegovina, held a two-day training course on gender-based violence (GBV) for 24 police and judicial professionals from the Federation of …

OSCE Chairperson and OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media reaffirm necessity of media freedom to mark World Press ...

VIENNA/HELSINKI, 2 May 2025 — On World Press Freedom Day, the OSCE Chairperson-in-Office Finnish Foreign Minister Elina Valtonen and the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media (RFoM) Jan Braathu reaffirm the necessity of upholding media freedom in …

National Bar Association President Issues Statement Condemning Trump Administration’s Attempt to Erase Black History

Wiley S. Adams denounces removal of key African American artifacts from the Smithsonian as a direct attack on truth and justice WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Wiley S. Adams, President of the National Bar …

Treatment Communities of America Celebrates 50 Years of Advancing Substance Use Disorder Treatment and Recovery

For five decades, Treatment Communities of America (TCA) has been advocating for effective, person-centered substance use disorder treatment. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Treatment Communities of America (TCA), a …

TMA Champions Myositis Awareness Month and Resolution in US House of Representatives

Rep. Rich McCormick (R - GA) introduces a resolution in the US House of Representatives supporting the designation of May as National Myositis Awareness Month. COLUMBIA, MD, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- May is Myositis Awareness …

New HHS Trans Report Counters Medical Care Consensus

New Federal Report on Transgender Youth Care Advises Against Medical Care for Highly Suicidal Population NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released a report …

Ranger Band Alumni Association Endorses Jeanne Johnson and Jason Steele for Kilgore College Board of Trustees

KILGORE, TX, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Ranger Band Alumni Association Group proudly endorses two distinguished candidates for the Kilgore College Board of Trustees: Jeanne Johnson for Central Zone, Voting Unit #3, Place …

Les Rubin, Founder of Main Street Economics, Warns of America's Financial Tipping Point

Les Rubin Shares a Wake-Up Call for Fiscal Responsibility, Limited Government, and the Survival of the American Dream WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Main Street Economics founder, Les Rubin, is sounding the …