European Council

The EU issued a declaration on the latest developments that have further deepened the long-lasting institutional and political crisis in Venezuela.

A press conference held following the video conference of transport ministers, 4 June 2020

The Council approved its annual report on public access to documents.

In his intervention at the extraordinary OACPS summit, President Michel stressed the importance of the EU partnership with ACP countries, and the need for international solidarity in our response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

A press conference held following the video conference of ministers of justice, 4 June 2020.

The financial services committee (FSC) today appointed Harald Waiglein as his chair for a second two-year term, starting on 14 June 2020.

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.

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 1-7 June 2020

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

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.

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

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.