The Europäische Arzneimittel-Agentur (EMA) is a regulatory body in the European Union responsible for the evaluation and supervision of medicinal products. Established in 1995, its main goal is to ensure that medicines are safe, effective, and of high quality for human and veterinary use across EU member states. The EMA plays a crucial role in the approval process for new drugs, providing scientific advice and conducting assessments. It also monitors the safety of medicines once they are on the market, ensuring that any potential risks are managed effectively to protect public health.