EU-Japan partnership
On Wednesday, MEPs will vote on the new EU-Japan trade agreement. It would make it easier for European companies to export to Japan, while a planned strategic partnership will boost cooperation on common challenges such as security and the environment.
Sakharov prize
The 2018 Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought award ceremony takes place on Wednesday at noon. The laureate is imprisoned Ukrainian filmmaker Oleg Sentsov. Since 1988, Parliament has awarded the Sakharov Prize to individuals and organisations that defend human rights and fundamental freedoms.
Future of Europe
Cypriot president Nicos Anastasiades will discuss the future of Europe with MEPs on Wednesday. It will be the 14th debate in the series.
Brexit
Also on Wednesday, MEP’s will debate the outcome of the Brexit vote in the British parliament, its consequences and the state of play.
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