Debating the European Union's State: MEPs Scrutinize European Commission's Work

State of the EU Debate 2023: MEPs to Hold Commission Accountable

Multimedia and Verbatim Reports to Enhance Parliamentary Scrutiny

The European Parliament is gearing up for its annual State of the EU debate, an important event where MEPs will scrutinize the work of the European Commission and discuss the state of the union. The debate will take place on 13 September and will feature a range of multimedia and verbatim reports to enhance parliamentary scrutiny.

Estonian Prime Minister Addresses Parliament

Estonian Prime Minister Kaja Kallas was the first EU leader to address the European Parliament in the lead-up to the State of the EU debate. In her speech, she emphasized the importance of unity and solidarity in the face of current challenges.

Live Streams and Video Content

The European Parliament offers a range of live streams and video content to keep citizens informed about its work. This includes video coverage of plenary and committee debates, as well as unedited footage related to the European Parliament's priorities.

Elected by EU Citizens

The European Parliament is the only EU institution directly elected by citizens. This gives it a unique mandate to represent the interests of the people of Europe in the EU's decision-making process.