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The Council today approved the Commission’s positive assessment of the amended recovery and resilience plans submitted by Ireland and Belgium.

The Council reached a political agreement on new rules (DAC9) to enhance cooperation and information exchange on minimum effective corporate taxation.

The press briefing ahead of the General Affairs Council will take place on Thursday 13 March 2025 at 15.00.

The Council approved conclusions today setting a tax decluttering and simplification agenda to contribute to the EU’s competitiveness.

The Council approved a decision providing the European Investment Bank (EIB) with enhanced flexibility in managing its investment capacity.

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The EU faces a turning point and "business as usual" is no longer an option against the threats and attacks towards European security.
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Committee on Security and Defence

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On Tuesday, MEPs, the Polish Council Presidency, and Presidents Costa and von der Leyen debated the future of Europe’s security and strengthening EU defence capabilities.
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The 6-Member SEDE delegation to the United Kingdom mission organised in close co-operation with AFET and INTA, was a very timely visit following the announcement by the President of the European Commission and the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom to enhance strategic cooperation after their leaders’ meeting of 2 October 2024. The UK in particular has set out its ambition for an “enhanced EU-UK defence cooperation,” in light of Russia’s continuing war of aggression in Ukraine.
Location : London, United Kingdom
Press release
SEDE mission report including the programme
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The eight-member delegation from the Subcommittee on Security and Defence (SEDE) was in Kyiv on 25 and 26 October 2024. This mission was the first in the new parliamentary term and allowed the Members to express a strong message of solidarity and unwavering support to Ukraine and its citizens in the face of Russia’s unjust and illegal war of aggression.
Location : Kyiv, Ukraine
Press release
SEDE mission report including the programme
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In today's edition of the Capitals, read about France's ambiguous 'food sovereignty' law, Polish anti-corruption chief resignation amid Pegasus scandal, and so much more.

They fear citizens may panic over potential direct involvement in a war against Russia.

Rutte, Pellegrini affirm Slovakia's NATO, EU commitment; call for defence strategy rethink.

Restrictions on Nazi ideology are strictly enforced, while measures against communist propaganda are insufficient.

He maintained that he has never shied away from giving explanations.

Conservative leader urged Sánchez to ensure Europe is not left out of peace negotiations.

Plus, the main takeaways from yesterday's Digital Europe event.

Justice ministry: almost 600 people targeted with Pegasus spyware between 2017-2022.