European Council

Main agenda items, approximate timing, public sessions and press opportunities.

President Tusk received the letters of credentials from two new ambassadors to the European Union.

The Council endorsed an agreement with the European Parliament on a further €1 billion of macro-financial assistance for Ukraine.

The Council adopted conclusions on Venezuela.

On 28 May 2018, the Council agreed on a general approach on a draft regulation aimed at improving the mutual recognition of goods lawfully marketed in another member state.

The Council imposed on Austria a fine of €26.82 million for the manipulation of debt data in Land Salzburg

The Council adopted the EU annual report on human rights and democracy in the world in 2017.

The Council adopted conclusions on strengthening civilian CSDP.

The Council adopted conclusions on enhanced EU security cooperation in and with Asia.

The Council extended restrictive measures against the Syrian regime and updated information on listings.

The Council approved its annual report on public access to documents

On 25 May 2018, the Coreper agreed its position on a draft directive aimed at adapting EU copyright rules to the digital environment.

Main agenda items, approximate timing, public sessions and press opportunities.

Weekly schedule of President Donald Tusk 28 May - 3 June 2018

On 25 May 2018, the Council adopted on In-depth reviews and implementation of the 2017 country specific recommendations.

On 25 may 2018, the Council adopted conclusions on the sustainability of public finances in the light of ageing populations.

The Council agreed on proposals to reduce risk in the banking industry, implementing reforms agreed internationally after the 2007-08 financial crisis.

Main agenda items, approximate timing, public sessions and press opportunities.

The EU adopted a declaration calling on Russia to accept its responsibility in the downing of flight MH17 and to fully cooperate with all efforts to establish accountability.

The Council adopted a directive aimed at boosting transparency with regard to tax intermediaries that design and promote tax planning schemes.