site.btaEuropean Parliament Opens Plenary Session Focused on Security, EU Budget, Enlargement

The European Parliament opens its plenary session in Strasbourg on Monday with debates on European security and defence, the EU's next long-term budget, enlargement, artificial intelligence, social security coordination, and support for the automotive industry.

During the session, which runs until Thursday, MEPs will discuss the priorities of Ireland's six-month rotating Presidency of the Council of the EU, the proposed Multiannual Financial Framework for 2028-2034, and the introduction of the digital euro.

The agenda also includes debates on EU accession negotiations with Ukraine, Moldova and Serbia, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, measures to strengthen the competitiveness of the European automotive sector, and financial assistance for Member States affected by natural disasters.

MEPs are expected to vote on updated air passenger rights, including compensation rules for long flight delays, as well as revised rules on the coordination of social security systems for people living or working in another EU Member State.

On Tuesday, Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin will present the priorities of Ireland's EU Council Presidency, followed by a debate with MEPs. Parliament will also discuss EU policy on artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, as well as progress in the accession processes of Ukraine, Moldova and Serbia.

Parliament is also due to vote on emergency financial aid for Spain, Romania and Cyprus following major floods and wildfires in 2025, and on legislation concerning online child protection.

On Wednesday, MEPs will debate the outcome of the June European Council meeting, the EU's preparedness for heatwaves and wildfires, support for Russian civil society and independent media, and the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa. Parliament will also hold urgent debates on human rights, democracy and the rule of law.

The final day of the session will focus on humanitarian aid, the future of the EU's common fisheries policy, and proposals for a new tax framework for innovative companies and the financial sector. MEPs are also expected to debate and vote on the proposed pan-European business regime known as "EU Inc.".