On 22 May, the European Commission unveiled its proposal for a second package of initiatives with the aim at creating a European Education Area by 2025, as well as measures for a new Youth Strategy and a new Agenda for Culture. The proposal emphasises the need for more attention on education and training and the need to develop young people’s skills and competences in a manner that will further boost innovative potential. The new measures also include proposals for Council Recommendations on the Automatic Mutual Recognition of Diplomas and Learning Periods Abroad – a vital element to ensuring a functional Education Area for which EuCheMS provided some feedback. Read the Commission’s press release here.