Highlights

In this issue of the Monthly Highlights newsletter, AFET Chair David McAllister talks about the impact of the COVID-19 disease on international relations and presents a recent study that looks at the impact of the pandemic on geopolitics. This edition also features topics related to monetary policy, cohesion policy in non-urban areas, eCommerce and online contents filtering, and how the MS benefit from the EU budget. The new Commissioners-designate commitments briefings are also announced.

The Fact Sheets on the EU provide an overview of European integration and of Parliament's contribution to that process. They present a brief overview of the EU's institutions and policies, and of Parliament's role in their development. Available in 24 languages, they cover five main areas: how the EU works; economy, science and quality of life; cohesion, growth and jobs; fundamental rights, security and justice; and the EU's external relations. The online version is updated regularly.

Studies, in-depth analyses and briefings produced by Parliament's policy departments and the Economic Governance Support Unit are available online in the dedicated section for Supporting Analyses. Apart from searching specific publications, a selection of papers and upcoming events can be found under "Highlights". A monthly overview of the work of policy departments is given in "Periodicals", with key studies on thematic issues.