On 17 May 2016, Volkswagen (VW) has pre-paid two EIB loans with a total volume of EUR 975 million. VW exercised its contractual right to pre-pay both loans ahead of schedule in compliance with the terms of the loans. The pre-payment of the loans does not modify or affect the EIB's approach to its relationship with VW.
2025 One World Media awards: longlist unveiled
Each year, the One World Media Awards celebrates the finest journalism and documentary filmmaking from across the Global South. For the 2025 Awards, 559 entries were received from over 100 countries.