European Council

The Council adopted a framework for targeted restrictive measures against those who undermine the sovereignty and independence of the Republic of Moldova, and democracy, the rule of law, stability or security in the country.

Weekly schedule of President Charles Michel, 1 - 7 May 2023

Remarks by Paschal Donohoe after the Eurogroup meeting of 28 April 2023 in Stockholm, Sweden, focusing on the current economic situation and strengthening the Capital Markets Union.

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

On 9 May, the European Union will celebrate Europe Day 2023, a moment to commemorate the Schuman Declaration on 9 May 1950. To mark the special occasion, the EU institutions, including EU delegations and representations worldwide, will organise a wide range of online and on-site activities, providing citizens with the opportunity to discover and experience the European Union.

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision (CFSP) 2023/756 of 13 April 2023 amending Decision 2014/145/CFSP concerning restrictive measures in respect of actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine.

RefuelEU aviation initiative: Council and Parliament reach a provisional agreement to decarbonise the aviation sector.

The Council has approved conclusions on the opportunities of a sustainable and circular bioeconomy for addressing the challenges facing the EU, with a particular emphasis on rural areas.

The Council today adopted key pieces of legislation of the ‘Fit for 55’ package that will enable the EU to meet its climate objectives within the main sectors of the economy, while making sure that the most vulnerable citizens and micro-enterprises, as well as the sectors exposed to carbon leakage, are effectively supported in the climate transition.

The Council adopted today a new law to improve stability requirements for the so-called ‘ro-ro’ (roll-on/roll-off) passenger ships, known as ferries.

Council gives its final approval to the general product safety regulation.

President Michel received the letters of credentials from six new ambassadors to the European Union.

The Council gives green light for new EU law which makes it easier for national law enforcement authorities to exchange information and fight crime.

New EU law establishes a digital platform to make it easier for prosecutors and judges from different countries to exchange information.

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision (CFSP) 2023/727 of 31 March 2023 amending Decision 2011/235/CFSP concerning restrictive measures directed against certain persons and entities in view of the situation in Iran.

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision (CFSP) 2023/726 of 31 March 2023 amending certain Council Decisions concerning restrictive measures in order to insert provisions on a humanitarian exemption.

The Council approved conclusions confirming EU support for lasting peace.

The Council added two individuals and one group affiliated to ISIL and operating mainly in the Cabo Delgado region in Mozambique to the list of those subject to restrictive measures against ISIL (Da'esh) and Al-Qaeda.

The Council decided to list 25 individuals and 8 entities in the framework of EU restrictive measures in view of the situation in Syria over drug trade, and support for regime-affiliated militia.

The Council decided to impose further restrictive measures on 8 individuals and 1 entity for human rights violations in Iran.