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The EEA and Norway Grants represent the contribution of Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway to reduce economic and social disparities and strengthening bilateral relations with 16 EU countries in Central and Southern Europe. Norway provides 97% of the funding. 2016 © Norway MFA
Described by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Grants are also contributing to strengthening fundamental European Values such as Democracy, Tolerance and the Rule of Law.
The highlight of the EEA and Norway Grants’ annual Report 2015-2016 shows that about 30 % of all the reception places in Greece for unaccompanied minors and other vulnerable groups seeking asylum are funded through the EEA and Norway Grants. The head of Greece’s asylum service has reported that they would not be able to continue their activities without the support from Norway. June 16 2016 © Norway MFA
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In late October, European Commission Fact Sheet Memo of 2016 announced the Netherlands Transport and Infrastructure System as the first ranking in Europe for the third year in row.
The Commission’s Fact Sheet 2016 announced:
The Netherlands record the highest overall score for the third year running. The Dutch transport infrastructure receives top ratings. Marks for its roads, ports and airports are the highest across the EU. The Netherlands also have by far the most charging points for electric vehicles per city in Europe, and they have maintained a very good road safety record.
Belgium’s port infrastructure is ranked second best in the EU. The time that drivers spend in traffic jams is the third highest in the EU.
Austria ranks third in this year’s Scoreboard. It has the highest consumer satisfaction ratings for urban transport in the EU. The quality of its roads is also rated very highly.
Denmark ranks second in the EU for the availability of charging points for electric vehicles. It has maintained an excellent road and rail safety record.
Sweden ranks second in this year’s Scoreboard. It has maintained its position among the three top performers in road safety. It has the second highest share of renewable energy in transport fuel and is in fourth place in the share of new cars using alternative fuels. Consumers remain rather critical about transport in Sweden across all modes.
The quality of Finland’s rail, port and air infrastructure is rated among the best in the entire EU, maintaining last year’s level. The share of renewable energy used in transport fuels has risen sharply and is now the highest in Europe.
Spain has maintained high ratings concerning the quality of its transport infrastructure, with however a small decline in ratings across all modes. It is doing well as regards road safety. Consumer satisfaction with air transport in Spain is the lowest in the EU.
The United Kingdom is among the top performers for private investment in research and development in transport and as regards road and rail safety. The share of renewable energy in transport fuel consumption and the number of new cars that use alternative fuels are increasing but are still below average. October 22, 2016 © European Commission
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The Human Rights Tulip is an award of the Dutch government, organized by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for:
Courageous Human Rights Defenders who promote and Support Human Rights in Innovative ways.
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The close partnership between the EU Naval Force in Operation Atalanta and NATO in Operation Ocean Shield has been the vital path for enduring success at the military and political fronts for both.
In the recent port visit of the Frigate HNLMS Tromp to the Seychelles, Operation Atalanta’s Force Commander Commodore Luyckx, was welcomed by Royal Danish Air Force Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft (MPRA) detachment based in the Seychelles as a part of NATO in Operation Ocean Shield.
Operation Atalanta Force-Commander, Commodore Luyckx of the Netherlands Navy (right) with Major Anders Kyed of Royal Danish Air Force Maritime Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft (MPRA) detachment in NATO Operation Ocean Shield (left). October 31, 2016 © EU NAVFOR
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UK Royal Navy in London’s Poppy Day 2016
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