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EU News Flashes and Events for 97-01-30EU News Flashes and Events Directory - Previous Article - Next ArticleFrom: EUROPA, the European Commission Server at <http://europa.eu.int>CONTENTS
[01] VAT on foreign telecoms servicesBRUSSELS - The European Commission proposed legislation on Wednesday that would slap a consumption tax on telecommunications services offered by foreign companies within the 15-nation European Union.[02] BA/Iberia talks no commentLONDON - British Airways Plc declined comment on a newspaper report claiming it was in talks with Spanish airline Iberia about joining its proposed alliance with American Airlines.[03] TRW buy of Germany's Magna clearedBRUSSELS - The European Commission said on Wednesday it had cleared the acquisition of Germany's Magna Automotive Holding GmbH by TRW Inc, a U.S.- based firm which makes components and systens for the car and space industries.[04] Germany/Italy/green laws finesBRUSSELS - The European Commission asked the European Court on Wednesday to fine Germany and Italy for non compliance with EU environmental law.[05] Help Bulgaria to help itselfBRUSSELS - Bulgaria's new president, his country mired in a 24th consecutive day of strikes and rallies, urged the European Union on Wednesday to help his country get out of its dire economic crisis.[06] Plans for euro coins hit snagBRUSSELS - The European Union's plans for new euro coins have hit a series of snags, forcing a high-level experts group to go back to the drawing board.[07] EU/Russia/fishing accordBRUSSELS - Fisheries Commissioner Emma Bonino and Russian Fisheries Minister Vladimir Sosno have agreed to negotiate a fishing agreement but set no starting date, a Commission official said on Wednesday.[08] German health minister/madcowBONN - Bonn's Health Minister called on Wednesday for every German cow descended from British stock -- a total of up to 50,000 cattle -- to be slaughtered to prevent the spread of mad cow disease.[09] Liability White PaperBRUSSELS - Environment Commissioner Ritt Bjerregaard is to propose a white paper on environmental liability in the wake of a Commission orientation debate on the issue, a spokesman said on Wednesday.[10] EU/information technologyBRUSSELS - Europe is falling behind its competitors in crucial information and communication technolog industries, according to a report which will be debated by the informal Industry Council on Saturday.[11] Australia/EU/human rights dealBRUSSELS - Australia and the European Union are no closer to resolving differences over a human rights clause in a planned bilateral agreement, officials admitted on Wednesday.[12] Agrimoney changeBRUSSELS - Several member states, including France, are against plans to leave the EU's agrimonetary rules generally unchanged ahead of the introduction of a single currency in 1999, EU officials said on Thursday.[13] EU reassure Turkey but seek actionROME - Europe's "big five" powers told Turkey on Wednesday that it had every right to aspire to full membership of the European Union but must make progress on human rights, the Kurdish issue and its disputes with Greece.[14] New Austrian chancellorVIENNA - New Austrian Chancellor Viktor Klima, delivering his maiden speech to parliament, sought to woo disillusioned working class voters on Wednesday with a pledge to fight unemployment and stressed his nation's neutrality.[15] EU envoy to Great Lakes regionTHE HAGUE - The European Union's special envoy to the African Great Lakes is to visit the region on a three week mission, the Dutch EU presidency said on Wednesday.[16] S.Africa/LomePRETORIA, Ja - South Africa is confident of gaining partial membership of the Lome Convention, smoothing the way for a free trade deal with the European Union, Trade and Industry Minister Alec Erwin said.[17] Main EU events for January 30BRUSSELS - Bulgarian President Petar Stoyanov meets European Commission President Santer and Commissioner van den Broek; holds news conference at 1700 GMT.BRUSSELS - European Commissioner Marin meets U.N. Deputy Secretary General Nafis Sadik; they sign convention on the Asia initiative for reproductive health at 1000 GMT. BRUSSELS - European Parliament mini session resumes at 0800 GMT. BRUSSELS - Economic and Social Committee plenary session resumes at 0900 GMT (second of two days); European Commissioner Cresson attends. THE HAGUE - Dutch EU presidency launches "Year against racism and xenophobia"; EP President Jose Marie Gil Robles signs declaration with European Commission President Santer, European Commissioner Flynn and Dutch Prime Minister Wim Kok at 1520 GMT. Santer and Flynn hold joint news conference at 1630 GMT. LUXEMBOURG - Dutch Development Cooperation Minister Jan Pronk begins mini-tour of European capitals to discuss key issues that will come up during the Dutch EU presidency. BONN - German Chancellor Helmut Kohl and Spanish Prime Minister Jose Aznar meet; main discussions focus on reform of the EU and preparations for the Amsterdam EU summit. From EUROPA, the European Commission Server at http://europa.eu.int/
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