Trade & Sanctions

Eurogroup President Visits Netherlands for Economic Talks

Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis visited the Netherlands on March 11, 2026, to discuss macroeconomic conditions and Eurogroup priorities with national authorities, including digital finance and the Savings and Investments Union. Meetings were held with the Dutch Minister of Finance and the President of the Dutch Central Bank.

EU Council President Costa and Azerbaijan President Aliyev Meet

European Council President António Costa met with Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev to discuss deepening political dialogue and practical cooperation. The leaders reaffirmed their commitment to a new comprehensive bilateral agreement and highlighted Azerbaijan's role in energy security and regional connectivity.

EPA Puget Sound Action Agenda Funding for Ecosystem Restoration

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the availability of approximately $120 million in funding through the Puget Sound Action Agenda for ecosystem restoration. This Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) seeks eligible applicants to serve as "Strategic Implementation Leads" to support the implementation of the 2026-2030 Action Agenda.

Organic Agriculture Research Initiative Grant Opportunity

The USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has announced the Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) grant opportunity. Awards range from $5,000 to $75,000, with a total program funding of $450,000 expected for approximately six awards. The application deadline is May 14, 2026.

Organic Agriculture Research Initiative Grants

The USDA's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) has announced the Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI) Planning Projects grant opportunity. The initiative aims to fund projects enhancing organic producers' ability to grow and market high-quality organic products, with awards ranging from $5,000 to $50,000.

Drug-Free Communities Support Program Grant Applications Open

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is accepting applications for the Fiscal Year 2026 Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program Grants. This program aims to strengthen community collaborations to prevent and reduce substance use among youth. Eligible applicants include various government entities, nonprofits, and educational institutions that have previously received DFC grants or experienced a funding lapse.

DFC Anti-Drug Institute Funding Opportunity

The Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the 2026 DFC National Community Anti-Drug Institute. The funding aims to support national nonprofit organizations with expertise in community anti-drug coalitions, with awards ranging from a minimum of $2.5 million.

Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative Funding Opportunity

The USDA's Electronic Research Administration has announced a funding opportunity for the Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative (OREI). The program aims to fund integrated projects enhancing the ability of organic producers and processors to grow and market high-quality organic products, with a total award pool of $65,000,000.

Drug-Free Communities Program Grants FY2026

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is accepting applications for Fiscal Year 2026 Drug-Free Communities (DFC) Support Program grants. These grants aim to strengthen community coalitions working to prevent youth substance use, with a minimum award of $125,000.

Public Relations Agency Services Contract Opportunity

UK Government has published an open tender for public relations agency services for United Colleges Group. The opportunity is open until March 27, 2026, with the contract expected to start on April 24, 2026, and conclude on April 23, 2027.