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Chips Act 2.0
Chips Act 2.0
On 3 June, the European Commission published its proposal for the EU Chips Act 2.0, a revision of the Chips Act adopted in 2023.
The indicative timing for this opinion could be as follows:
• 6 July 2026 ECON meeting: appointment of rapporteur
• 6 October 2026: adoption in ECON (Galway)
• 2-3 December 2026: adoption in
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EU Strategy for Islands
EU Strategy for Islands
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• Appointment of rapporteur on 24 June;
• Exchange of views in COTER on 17 September;
• First discussion and adoption in COTER on 19 November;
• Adoption at the first Plenary session in 2027.
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EU's Eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine
EU's Eastern regions bordering Russia, Belarus and Ukraine
Indicative calendar
- Appointment of rapporteur on 27 April;
- Exchange of views in COTER on 24-25 June;
- First discussion and adoption in COTER on 17 September (at the External meeting in Cáceres);
- Adoption in the Plenary session in December.
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EU Ports Strategy
EU Ports Strategy
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- Appointment of rapporteur on 27 April;
- Exchange of views in COTER on 24-25 June;
- First discussion and adoption in COTER on 17 September (at the External meeting in Cáceres);
- Adoption in the Plenary session in December.
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The revision of the energy security framework
The revision of the energy security framework
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• Exchange of views at the ENVE: 18-19 June 2026
• Adoption of draft opinion at the ENVE: 29 September 2026
• Adoption of opinion at the Plenary: 2-3 December 2026
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The future of the rice sector in Europe: a common strategy
The future of the rice sector in Europe: a common strategy
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Integrated Wildfire Risk Management
Integrated Wildfire Risk Management
This opinion is based on COM(2026) 330 final by the European Commission published on 25 March. The size and intensity of wildfires are increasing and they can cause far-reaching damage to Europe's society, economy, environment, climate, infrastructure and cultural heritage. This Communication aims to present concrete actions on how the EU can better support and complement wildfire risk management efforts at all levels, aiming to address wildfire risk holistically as a long-term problem, covering the whole risk management cycle of prevention, preparedness, response and recovery. The Communication is divided into seven areas of focus and has a strong local / regional dimension
Indicative timeline for adoption:
- exchange of views in the NAT commission on 01 June;
- discussion and adoption in the NAT commission on 01-02 October 2026;
- final adoption at the Plenary session of 02-03 December 2026.
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Protect EU: Agenda to Prevent and Counter Terrorism
Protect EU: Agenda to Prevent and Counter Terrorism
Olgierd Geblewicz (PL/EPP), President of the West Pomerania Region, has been appointed rapporteur by the CIVEX Commission of the European Committee of the Regions’ opinion on the “Protect EU: Agenda to Prevent and Counter Terrorism.”
The opinion aims to strengthen the European Union’s capacity to anticipate and respond to security threats, with a strong focus on preventing radicalisation, protecting citizens and critical infrastructure, and enhancing resilience across public spaces. It will also highlight the essential role of local and regional authorities, which in many Member States hold key competences in areas such as prevention, community resilience, and the protection of public spaces.
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Culture Compass for Europe
Culture Compass for Europe
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European Strategy on Research & Technology Infrastructures
European Strategy on Research & Technology Infrastructures
Based on: Communication from the Commission on A European Strategy on Research and Technology
Infrastructures - COM(2025) 497
Tentative adoption calendar:
Adoption by SEDEC: 24 April 2026
Adoption in Plenary session: 1-2 July 2026
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Digital Omnibus
Digital Omnibus
Indicative adoption timeline:
– ECON meeting on 27/11/2025: appointment of rapporteur
– ECON meeting on 27/1/2026: exchange of views
– ECON meeting on 23/4/2026: adoption in ECON
– Plenary session on 1-2/7/2026: adoption in plenary
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Recently adopted opinions
Digital simplification and the Data Union Strategy
Digital simplification and the Data Union Strategy
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EU global climate and energy vision: Towards more inclusive climate and environment global negotiations
EU global climate and energy vision: Towards more inclusive climate and environment global negotiations
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Agora EU
Agora EU
The European Committee of the Regions (CoR) has appointed Csaba Borboly, Vice-President of Harghita County Council (Romania), as rapporteur for the opinion on the new AgoraEU programme, which will run from 2028 to 2034. This programme will bring together the current Creative Europe and Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values programmes into a single, strengthened initiative.
In his first comments following the appointment, Csaba Borboly said: “This programme represents a modern European ‘agora’ – in the spirit of the ancient Athenian square – where citizens, young people, and communities together shape Europe’s future. I will work to ensure that these resources reach Europe’s regions, including rural and peripheral areas such as Harghita County. Investing in culture, media and youth participation is investing in Europe’s unity.”
The rapporteur stressed that AgoraEU will only deliver on its promise if it does not remain symbolic, but becomes a practical instrument for citizens – through the financing of debate forums, festivals, youth scholarships, digital platforms, and innovative media projects.
Background
On 30 September 2025, the European Commission presented a Proposal for a Regulation establishing the AgoraEU programme for the period 2028–2034. With a budget of €8.58 billion, the programme is structured under three strands:
- Culture, Media and Democracy
- Citizens, Rights and Values
AgoraEU merges the strands of the current Creative Europe programme and the CERV programme (Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values).
The programme appears under the priority of Competitiveness, Prosperity and Security and is designed to promote shared values such as democracy, equality and the rule of law, while supporting Europe’s cultural diversity, its audio-visual and creative sectors, media freedom, and the involvement of civil society. Importantly, AgoraEU is the first EU programme entirely dedicated to democracy and citizen participation, with funding for citizens’ assemblies, public consultations and civic education.
Timetable
- Exchange of views in SEDEC Commission: 28 November 2025
- Adoption by SEDEC Commission: 13 February 2026
- Adoption in CoR Plenary session: 6–7 May 2026
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Erasmus+ programme
Erasmus+ programme
The European Committee of the Regions (CoR) has appointed Roberto Pella, Mayor of Valdengo, as rapporteur for the opinion on the future Erasmus+ programme, which will run from 2028 to 2034. As rapporteur, he will shape the CoR’s contribution to this key initiative for young Europeans.
In his first comments following the appointment, Roberto Pella said: “I am very pleased to have been chosen today by the SEDEC Commission of the European Committee of the Regions to be the rapporteur on the Erasmus+ project. This is an important initiative in support of young people, providing funding for sport, for volunteering, for cultural activities, but above all, funding to promote youth employment. We will place young people at the heart of the requests that municipalities, regions and provinces will present to the Parliament and the Council, in order to pursue an active and concrete policy in favour of the new generations.”
Timetable
Adoption by SEDEC Commission: 13 February 2026
Adoption in CoR Plenary session: 6–7 May 2026