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The Council adopted conclusions on the future evolution of administrative cooperation in the field of taxation and the structure and rates of excise duty on tobacco.

A press conference held following the video conference of sport ministers, 2 June 2020.

Overview of the main subjects to be discussed at meetings of the Council of the EU over the next two weeks and upcoming media events.

The EU issued a declaration expressing its grave concern at the steps taken by China on 28 May, which are not in conformity with its international commitments and the Hong Kong Basic Law.

The Council adopted conclusions reaffirming the EU's political commitment to support the people of Afghanistan on their path towards peace, security, stability, democracy, prosperity and self-reliance.

Weekly schedule of President Charles Michel 31 May - 7 June 2020

The Council approved the appointment of two Force Commanders for Operation IRINI.

The Council decided to extend the restrictive measures on the Syrian regime until 1 June 2021.

An online press conference heldy by High Representative Josep Borrell after the video conference of foreign affairs ministers, 29 May 2020

A press briefing held ahead of the video conference of foreign affairs ministers of 29 May 2020.

European Council President Charles Michel comments on the European Commission’s proposal for the Recovery Fund and the Multiannual Financial Framework.

The visa facilitation agreement will make it easier and cheaper for citizens to obtain a visa for short term travel. This is accompanied by an agreement on the readmission of persons residing without authorisation.

A press conference held following the video conference of ministers for space, 29 May 2020

A press conference held following the video conference of ministers for research, 29 May 2020

Technical briefing on Syria sanctions will be held on 27 May 2020.

Council adopts conclusions on raising opportunities for young people in rural and remote areas.

Council adopts conclusions in the area of culture

Council adopts conclusions on European teachers and trainers for the future.

These agreements will allow Frontex to assist Montenegro and Serbia in border management, carry out joint operations and deploy teams in the regions of these countries that border the EU, subject to the country's agreement.

At the press conference, President Charles Michel highlighted the main items discussed during the EU-Japan Leaders' meeting held by video conference.