European Council

The Council adopted the European defence industry reinforcement through common procurement act (EDIRPA), paving the way for its entry into force.

The Council adopted a decision prolonging restrictive measures against the proliferation and use of chemical weapons for another year.

RefuelEU Aviation initiative: Council adopts new law to decarbonise the aviation sector.

Today, the Council adopted new rules to raise the share of renewable energy in the EU’s overall energy consumption to 42.5% by 2030 with an additional 2.5% indicative top up.

Council gives its final approval for consumer credit directive – better consumer protection for credits online.

The Council has adopted new rules for the labelling of organic pet food, making it easier for pet owners to purchase organic food for their pets.

The Council appointed Wopke Hoekstra as new European Commissioner, by common accord with the President of the Commission, Ursula von der Leyen.

Council approves the regulation on geographical indication protection for craft and industrial products.

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the attacks against Israel.

President Charles Michel held a press conference, together with President von der Leyen and Prime Minister Sánchez, at the end of the informal meeting of Heads of state or government held in Granada.

On 6 October 2023 EU leaders adopted the Granada declaration.

On 6 October 2023 the President of the European Council adopted a declaration.

Interoperable Europe act: member states agree common position to deliver more efficient digital public services across the EU.

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

Press briefing ahead of Eurogroup meeting will take place on 10 October 2023 at 09.30.

Following the meeting with Prime Minister Pashinyan, Chancellor Scholz and President Macron in the margins of the European Political Community summit in Granada, President Michel spoke to the press.

Ahead of the informal European Council in Granada, President Charles Michel shared his thoughts on the challenges facing the EU. This op-ed article has been published in a number of newspapers across Europe.

Statement by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan of Armenia, President Michel of the European Council, President Macron of France and Chancellor Scholz of Germany.

European Council President Charles Michel addressed the members of the European Political Community.

Guatemala: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the situation after elections.