European Commission: Your source for information on EU policies, laws and funding

Welcome to the official website of the European Commission, the executive arm of the European Union. We are responsible for formulating and implementing EU policies, managing the EU budget, and enforcing EU law. On our website, you will find comprehensive information on all areas of EU activity, from economics and finance to the environment and energy, as well as research and innovation. Whether you are a citizen, business, researcher, or journalist, here you will have direct access to relevant information and services from the European Commission.

Our services and products:

The European Commission offers a wide range of information, services and resources:

• Information on EU policies: Detailed information on all European Union policies, including background information, current developments and future initiatives.
• Access to EU legal acts: Full access to EU law, including treaties, regulations, directives and decisions.
• Information on EU funding: Comprehensive information on the various EU funding programs for companies, organizations and individuals.
• Statistics and data: Access to official statistics and data of the European Union, provided by Eurostat.
• News and events: Latest news on European Commission activities and information on EU-wide events.
• Citizens' portals and initiatives: Platforms for citizens to participate in EU policy-making and exercise their rights.
• Business services: Information and support for companies that operate or want to operate in the European internal market.
• Research and innovation funding: Information on EU funding programs in the field of research and innovation, such as Horizon Europe.
• Press and Media Center: Current press releases, background information and audiovisual materials for media representatives.

Unique selling points and advantages:

The European Commission website offers you unique advantages as a source of information:

• Official source: Direct and authorized access to first-hand information from the EU institution.
• Comprehensive coverage: information on all policies and activities of the European Union.
• Multilingualism: Content is available in all 24 official languages ​​of the European Union.
• Free access: All information and services on our website are accessible free of charge.
• Timeliness: The website is continuously updated with the latest information and developments.
• Transparency: We strive for maximum transparency regarding our work and decisions.
• Diverse formats: Information is provided in a variety of formats, including text, reports, videos, and infographics.

The history of the European Commission:

The European Commission is one of the central institutions of the European Union. Its roots go back to the beginnings of European integration in the 1950s with the establishment of the European Economic Community (EEC). Since then, the Commission has continuously evolved and expanded its responsibilities to meet the challenges and opportunities of European integration. It plays a crucial role in shaping European policy and promoting cooperation between Member States.

The values ​​and vision of the European Commission:

Our values ​​and our vision guide our actions:

• Democracy: We promote the democratic legitimacy and accountability of the European Union.
• Rule of law: We are committed to compliance with EU law and the protection of fundamental rights.
• Solidarity: We promote cohesion and solidarity between Member States and their citizens.
• Sustainability: We strive for sustainable economic, social and ecological development in Europe.
• Innovation: We support innovation and competitiveness to create prosperity and jobs in Europe.
• Global responsibility: We are committed to peace, security and sustainable development in the world.

Our vision is to create a European Union that offers prosperity, security and opportunities for all its citizens and plays a positive role in the world.