Tonino Picula, a respected and influential Croatian member of the European Parliament from the ranks of Socialists and Democrats, has been given an extremely demanding task these days, Večernji list writes in the introduction to a major interview published in the weekend edition of July 2, 2022.

For the Večernji list, Picula analyzed the progress of the Western Balkan countries and the role of Commissioner Varhelyi in turning a blind eye to Serbia in the enlargement process.

Picula spoke to Globus newspaper about his report on relations with the United States and the current vaccine situation in the EU

In his interview for Glas Slavonije, Picula analysed the US election results and potential new rapprochement towards the EU

Picula commented Croatia’s presidency of the EU Council

For the RTL portal, Picula spoke about foreign influences on political processes in the EU.

Picula's request for assistance to the wine sector was welcomed by Croatian wine makers

European Parliament presented a draft of EU Enlargement Recommendations and called for the continuation of enlargement and opening of accession negotiations with Northern Macedonia and Albania immediately.

Tonino Picula is shortlisted for the prestigious MEP Award, better known as the "EU Oscar", which is awarded to the best MEPs in certain categories.