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Despite freedom of movement of goods within the EU, there are certain rules on taking certain consumer goods from one EU country to another. Before you travel, check them out.
Europe’s own global navigation satellite system, Galileo, has launched a service that allows users to confirm that the data they receive has not been tampered with. This adds a layer of protection against false satellite signals that can affect transport, telecomms, health and other sectors.
On World Brain Day, we highlight the need for targeted interventions to promote and protect brain health at every stage of life. Around 165 million Europeans live with brain disorders. Discover what EU-funded projects are doing to understand, prevent and address neurological disorders.
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Discover the EU’s priorities for 2024-2029, promoting a free and democratic Europe, developing a strong and secure Europe, establishing a prosperous and competitive Europe.
Find out how many EU Member States there are, how big the EU economy is, how people live in the EU, and other useful facts about the EU.
Discover what the EU does for citizens, how it protects rights, promotes prosperity and strives to make the world a safer place.
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