The European Parliament is confirming a significant update to air passenger rights, maintaining rights during flight delays and cancellations, improving rights for disabled passengers and parents. Ireland's presidency priorities include competitiveness, values, and security, focusing on reaching an agreement on the EU's long-term budget. Additionally, debates on the accession pathways of Ukraine, Moldova, and Serbia, agreements between the EU and Mexico, cybersecurity, and social security coordination are taking place. The Parliament is also addressing issues in the automotive sector, agricultural policy rules, and verifying compliance of a political party with EU values.