EU Parliament’s Critical Week Ahead

The European Parliament is set to host a significant press briefing on the upcoming plenary session scheduled for November 12-13, 2025. The briefing will occur on Wednesday, November 12 at 14:30, in the Anna Politkovskaya press room in Brussels and will also be available via live stream.

The agenda for this week’s session includes several crucial debates and votes. Topics highlighted for discussion are the outcomes of the October EU summit involving Presidents Costa and von der Leyen, new sustainability reporting requirements, and the 2028-2034 Multiannual Financial Framework with President von der Leyen. Additionally, the Parliament will address the EU’s 2040 climate target and the first annual European asylum and migration report. Critical votes will also take place concerning the EU’s 2025 gender equality strategy and proxy voting regulations during pregnancy and after childbirth.

Journalists are invited to participate actively in the briefing by connecting through Interactio, a platform supported on iPads and Mac/Windows computers. For those new to Interactio, it is advised to connect 30 minutes prior to the briefing for a connection test. Interpretation services during the briefing will be available in English and French, enhancing accessibility for international media coverage.

This briefing marks a pivotal moment for the European Parliament as it tackles significant legislative matters and strategic policies that will shape the future of the European Union. The press and public can follow the events live from the comfort of the press room or through online platforms like Parliament’s web streaming and EbS.