Explainers

How is the EU financing the transition to climate neutrality? The EU set the target of using 30% of its long-term budget for climate action.

Rule of law is one of the EU’s founding values, and essential to its very functioning. It is fundamental for the application of EU law, protects citizens and establishes the conditions for a well-functioning single market.

A healthy banking system is essential for the lives of all EU citizens and for the stability and prosperity of the European economy. Since the 2007–2008 financial crisis, European and international leaders have implemented international banking standards to ensure that banks are sound and can weather the storm of any potential future crises.

EU rules on markets in crypto-assets better protect consumers and investors, regulate risks against financial crime and boost innovation.

Learn who does what in the European Semester.

Find out more about the EU's works to combat human trafficking.

The EU protects individuals' personal data used by law enforcement authorities to prevent, investigate, detect or prosecute criminal offences.

The banking union is the European Union’s policy for the integration of the banking sector of the euro area member states.

The EU has established a common visa policy for travelers transiting through or intending to stay for a short period in the Schengen area.

The EU's long-term budget is reinforced with an additional €64.6 billion to cover financing for priorities such as support to Ukraine, strategic technologies and migration. The funding comes from a mix of existing and new funds.