As EU & its 27 member states, we are gravely concerned about the deepening humanitarian crisis in Gaza. We call for immediate pauses in hostilities and the establishment of humanitarian corridors, so that humanitarian aid can safely reach the population of Gaza. 1/3

“We cannot look at China only as a trading partner, or an industrial powerhouse. But also as a technological competitor, a military power, a global player with a distinct and diverging idea of the global order.” ec.europa.eu/commission/pre…

EU and New Zealand are likeminded partners. Our free trade agreement places sustainability at its heart. I am honoured to present it to the European Parliament plenary today. Keeping my fingers crossed for tomorrow’s vote 🤞🏻 My speech at the EP plenary 👉🏻 europa.eu/!Xbmw8X

Next gig: Eurovision !

🌍🤝 European Parliament overwhelmingly approves free trade agreement with New Zealand, showing commitment to rules-based trade. EU 🇪🇺 and NZ 🇳🇿 set an example for cooperation in a world facing protectionism. #EUNZTrade #TradeRevival

Delighted to hear about successful vote on the #EUNZFTA in the EU Parliament. We’re one step closer to realising the benefits for business and relationship 🇳🇿🤝🇪🇺  #NZCloseToEU  Vadim Dombrovski   European Commission  New Zealand Mission to the EU  European Parliament

Dear Christopher Luxon, I would like to warmly congratulate you and wish you every success in your appointment as Prime Minister. It comes at a time when 🇪🇺 EU- 🇳🇿 NZ relations are at an all time high and cooperation between friends is more important than ever.

Excellent news overnight from EU Council! All stages of 🇪🇺 ratification are complete 🎉 We now await 🇳🇿 steps for #EUNZFTA to enter into force An early Christmas present 🎁Todd McClay

This is a victory for Ukraine. A victory for all of Europe. A victory that motivates, inspires, and strengthens.

Winter-wandering past engineering feats in Ville de La Louvière & agreeing with the geese that the snow ❄️ must go now!

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Hums youtu.be/a79iLjV-HKw?si… after visiting some fantastic houses during BANAD festival

Another fact: in North Korea, the Workers' Party of Korea holds 87.5% of the seats in parliament. It seems that North Korea can deliver both ammunition and political inspiration to Russia. #DontBeDeceived

We shouldn't take anything off the table before the negotiations have even started. It is clear that any deal behind our backs will not work. You need the Europeans, you need the Ukrainians. Extract from my doorstep ahead of @nato Defence Ministers meeting ↓

Your dignity honors the bravery of the Ukrainian people. Be strong, be brave, be fearless. You are never alone, dear President Volodymyr Zelenskyy / Володимир Зеленський. We will continue working with you for a just and lasting peace.