Explainers

The EU protects its interests, citizens and values, while addressing security challenges such as attacks on underwater infrastructure, cyberthreats and risks posed by the shadow fleet.

Find out more on international treaty on pandemics, aiming at reinforcing global health security, preparedness and response to health emergencies, in light of lessons learnt from the COVID pandemic.

Goods imported to the EU from the rest of the world are subject to tariffs that follow the rules and principles of the World Trade Organization.

The EU flag is the most recognisable symbol of the European Union. It represents not just the Union, but also the shared identity and unity of Europe. It stands for cooperation, solidarity and harmony among Europeans.

The EU has adopted rules to improve working conditions for platform workers by addressing misclassification, enhancing transparency, and protecting personal data.

Trade in goods and services between EU and Singapore was worth over €132 billion in 2023.

EU quality schemes safeguard the heritage of Europe's agricultural products. They make quality products easily recognisable for consumers and offer market opportunities to producers, including ones outside the EU.

On 9 May 1950, the foundation of the EU was laid in the Schuman Declaration. Its two core principles: peace and solidarity.

The sharing of passenger data is useful in preventing, detecting and prosecuting terrorist offences and serious crime. The passenger name record directive aims to regulate the transfer of such basic data from the airlines to national authorities, while the advance passenger information regulations sets rules for the collection and transfer of more personal data to national authorities.

The EU chips act recognises the essential role microchips play in everything from consumer electronics to critical infrastructure and their important contribution to the EU’s competitiveness.