This first European Conference, organised by DG SANCO of the European Commission, the Lithuanian Presidency, with the support of Eurogroup for Animals, the Federation of Veterinarians of Europe and VIER PFOTEN International, aims to stimulate discussion on problems related with lucrative trade of cats and dogs and promote exchange of views and practical considerations related with companion animal welfare. (callistoproject.eu)
Europe is committed to working with bodies such as the World Trade Organization on a multilateral approach to trade issues, says Eurogroup President Mario Centeno. (cnbc.com)
Ahead of Monday's eurogroup meeting meeting, finance minister Euclid Tskalotos warned darkly of the perils involved in demanding yet more cuts of a nation whose economy has shrunk by more than 25 % in the six years since successive governments began slashing budgets in return for bailout aid. (theguardian.com)