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EU Finance Ministers meet on 22 June 2018 in Luxembourg to close the excessive deficit procedure for France, and to approve country-specific recommendations under the 2018 'European Semester'. They also discuss a proposed European deposit insurance scheme and fulfilment of the eurozone convergence criteria.

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The EU has forged constructive political dialogue with members of the Cooperation Council for Arab States of the Gulf (GCC). These countries are Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar and the UAE. The Cooperation Agreement, which was concluded in 1988, forms the basis for the relationship that aims at: strengthening the stability in the strategically important region; facilitating the political and economic relations; broadening economic and technical cooperation; further broadening cooperation on energy, industry, trade and services, agriculture, fisheries, investment, science, technology and environment. Cooperation between universities, business and the media also form part of the EU-GCC agenda.

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EU relations with Armenia are governed by the EU -Armenia Partnership and Cooperation Agreement signed in 1996 and entered into force in 1999. On 12 October 2015 the Foreign Affairs Council authorised the European Commission and the High Representative to open negotiations on a new, legally binding and overarching agreement with Armenia, and adopted the corresponding negotiating mandate. The new agreement will replace the current EU-Armenia Partnership and Cooperation agreement.

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The Annual meeting of the Board of Governors of the European Stability Mechanism (ESM) takes place on 21 June 2018, in Luxembourg.

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EU Finance Ministers of the eurozone meet on 21 June 2018 in Luxembourg to discuss all elements needed to ensure a successful completion of Greece's economic adjustment programme by August. These elements are related to the surveillance framework that will apply after the programme, the size of the final tranche of financial support by the ESM and the possible debt measures.

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EU Ministers for Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs (EPSCO) meet on 21 and 22 June 2018 in Luxembourg to discuss several legislative proposals, including the coordination of social security systems, work-life balance and transparent and predictable working conditions. They also hold a debate on the employment and social policy aspects of the 2018 European Semester exercise. On the second day, Health ministers hold a debate on the proposed regulation on health technology assessment. They also discuss the future of health in the EU.

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Donald TUSK, President of the European Council, visits EU leaders in preparation of the June 2018 European Council.

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On 18 June 2018, Federica MOGHERINI, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, hosts the annual G5 Sahel Ministerial Meeting in Brussels.

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EU Ministers of Agriculture and Fisheries meet on 18 and 19 June 2018 in Luxembourg for an exchange of views on the EMFF, fisheries controls and the fishing opportunities for 2019. They are also discussing the post 2020 CAP reform package and the agricultural market situation.

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Relations between Hong Kong and the EU are based on a high-level annual meeting called the Structured Dialogue between the EU and the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSARG). The tenth Structured Dialogue took place in November 2016 in Brussels. 

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The Association Agreement between Jordan and the EU entered into force in May 2002. Beyond this agreement, cooperation with Jordan has been regulated since 2005 by an action plan within the framework of the European Neighbourhood Policy (ENP).

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On 8-9 June 2018, Canada hosts the G7 meeting in Charlevoix. European Council President Donald TUSK and European Commission President Jean-Claude JUNCKER represent the EU at the summit. The Canadian G7 presidency in 2018 focuses on 5 themes: investing in growth that works for everyone, preparing for jobs of the future, advancing gender equality and women's empowerment, working together on climate change, oceans and clean energy, and building a more peaceful and secure world.

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EU Ministers for Transport, Infrastructure, and Communications meet on 11 June 2018 in Luxembourg and are due to adopt a general approach on the regulation on ACER, the EU Agency for the Cooperation of Energy Regulators. The Presidency is informing Ministers about the state of play in trilogue negotiations on the governance of the Energy Union, the directive on renewable energy and the directive on energy efficiency.

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The European Defence Agency was established under a Joint Action of the Council of Ministers on 12 July, 2004, to support the Member States and the Council in their effort to improve European defence capabilities in the field of crisis management.

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Senegal and the EU have developped a close partnership which includes a structured political dialogue, strong trade relations, a fisheries agreement, and technical and financial cooperation in support of the country’s populations. It involves a sustained partnership as much with government authorities and public institutions as with civil society and the private sector.

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The European External Action Service was established following the entry into force of the Treaty of Lisbon in late 2009. It serves as a foreign ministry and diplomatic corps for the EU, under the authority of the High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.

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EU Ministers for Transport, Infrastructure, and Communications meet on 7 and 8 June 2018 in Luxembourg to discuss topics of transport and telecommunications. The agenda includes, among other topics, key proposals on drivers' driving and rest times, the posting of road hauliers and cabotage restrictions; safeguarding competition in air transport; port reception facilities for the delivery of waste from ships; electronic road tolling and exchange of information; and the use of hired vehicles. On the second day, the Council is due to agree on a general approach on a proposed Cybersecurity Act regulation. Ministers discuss a proposal to update privacy rules for electronic communications (ePrivacy), and a draft directive to promote the re-use of public sector information.

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In this section you will find footage of the meetings of Donald TUSK, President of the European Council.

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Norway is closely associated with the European Union through its membership in the European Economic Area (EEA).

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Meetings of Federica Mogherini, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, with international organisations.

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