EU heads of state or government meet on 23 March 2018 in Brussels, firstly in an EU28 format, and then in an EU27 format, to adopt guidelines on the framework for the future relationship with the UK after Brexit. Afterwards, for the Euro Summit, the 19 euro area members discuss the long-term development of the economic and monetary union, including more ambitious proposals in the fiscal and economic dimension.
EU heads of state or government meet on 22 March 2018 in Brussels to focus on economic issues. Leaders are addressing the single market, the European Semester, social issues and trade. They are also discussing recent developments in relations with Turkey and preparing for the upcoming EU- Western Balkans summit on 17 May. Under the Leaders' Agenda they are discussing taxation.
The Tripartite Social Summit takes place on 21 March 2018 in Brussels.
Ministers of Foreign and European Affairs of the EU27 meet on 20 March 2018 in Brussels to discuss draft guidelines on the framework for a future relationship with the UK and the state of play of Brexit negotiations.
EU Ministers of Foreign and European Affairs meet on 20 March 2018 in Brussels to continue preparations for the Spring European Council and to address the European semester.
In 2018, the EU celebrates 25 years since the creation of the single market. During this time, it has become an important engine for growth, intra-EU capital flows, and investment and trade inside the EU.
EU Foreign Affairs ministers meet on 19 March 2018 in Brussels to discuss Ukraine, Syria and Iran. EU foreign ministers exchange views with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (South Korea), Kang Kyung-wha, focusing on the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK, North Korea).
EU Ministers of Agriculture and Fisheries meet on 19 March 2018 in Brussels to adopt Council conclusions on the Commission communication on "The future of food and farming" and to exchange views on the regulation on a multi-annual plan for demersal species in the Western Mediterranean.
The Informal Meeting of Culture Ministers takes place on 28 February, in Sofia.
EU Ministers of Foreign and European Affairs meet on 27 February 2018 in Brussels to get informed by the Commission's chief negotiator Michel Barnier about the state of play of the Brexit negotiations with the UK, and they are considering a draft annotated agenda for the next European Council (Article 50).
The Informal Meeting of Foreign Affairs Ministers responsible for trade takes place on 27 February, in Sofia.
EU Ministers of Foreign and European Affairs meet on 27 February 2018 in Brussels to begin preparations of the March European Council. The Commission is presenting its reasoned proposal under Article 7(1)TEU regarding the rule of law in Poland.
In this event, you will find an overview of all the videos related to the ongoing Brexit negotiations.
EU-Kazakhstan relations are based in the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement and a Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the field of energy. Kazakhstan is also part of the EU and Central Asia Strategy for a New Partnership.
EU Foreign Affairs ministers meet on 26 February 2018 in Brussels to debate and adopt conclusions on the Republic of Moldova. Foreign ministers discuss Venezuela, review prospects for the Middle East Peace Process, and prepare for a lunch with representatives of the League of Arab States (LAS). The lunch is an opportunity to discuss how to pursue further options aimed at achieving a two-state solution jointly with the LAS.
EU leaders meet informally in Brussels on 23 February 2018 to discuss institutional issues, including the European Parliament's composition after the 2019 elections and possible transnational lists, and how the EU appoints top positions, including the so called 'Spitzenkandidaten'. The heads of state or government also debate on the political priorities of the multiannual financial framework (MFF) after 2020. The meeting takes place under the Leader's Agenda. As the discussions are future-oriented, the meeting is held in an EU27 format.
The International High Level Conference on the Sahel takes place on 23 February 2018 in Brussels.
Over the years, 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, and further broadening cooperation on energy, industry, trade and services, agriculture, fisheries, investment, science, technology and environment.
EU Finance Ministers meet on 20 February 2018 in Brussels to discuss sustainable finance, issues related to the EU budget and the role of public procurement in investment and innovation.
The Informal Meeting of Foreign Affairs Ministers (Development), taking place on 20 February 2018, in Brussels.