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Invitation letter by President António Costa to the members of the European Council

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
European Council President António Costa invited leaders to the meeting of 20-21 March 2025 in Brussels, during which they will discuss competitiveness, Ukraine, security and defence, migration, and other items. 
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Remarks by President António Costa at the press conference following the EU-South Africa summit

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
President of the European Council António Costa presented the main results of the discussions of the leaders during the EU-South Africa summit held in Cape Town on 13 March 2025.
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'Europe at a crossroads: navigating the challenges ahead' - speech by the Eurogroup President, Paschal Donohoe, at the Hertie School of Governance

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
The President of the Eurogroup, Paschal Donohoe, gave a speech at the Hertie School of Governance on  'Europe at a crossroads: navigating the challenges ahead'.
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EU - South Africa Summit Declaration

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
European Council President António Costa, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and President of the Republic of South Africa Cyril Ramaphosa met in Cape Town for the 8th Summit between South Africa and the European Union. The leaders issued a joint declaration.
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Opening remarks by President António Costa at the 8th EU-South Africa summit in Cape Town

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
At the eighth EU-South Africa summit, European Council President António Costa delivered opening remarks and emphasized the importance of this strategic partnership in a changing global landscape. Highlighting shared values of democracy, human rights, and multilateralism, President Costa called for strengthened cooperation to address global challenges such as climate change, security and sustainable development. He expressed support for South Africa's leadership, particularly in its G20 presidency, and emphasised the need for joint action to build a fairer, more secure world.
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"A strong euro area economy is an anchor for stability and security across our continent" - Eurogroup President Donohoe's report to the President of the Euro Summit

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
The President of the Eurogroup, Paschal Donohoe, has sent a letter to the President of the Euro Summit, António Costa, to report on the work of the Eurogroup.
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Press briefing - Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council (Energy) of 17 March 2025

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
Press briefing ahead of the Transport, Telecommunications and Energy Council (Energy) will take place on Friday 14 March 2025 at 16.00.
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"Tasks for a democratic Europe" - Speech by President António Costa at the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung event

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
European Council President António Costa travelled to Berlin and delivered a speech at the High-level event of the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung marking their 100th anniversary.
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Press briefing - Foreign Affairs Council of 17 March 2025

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
Press briefing ahead of the upcoming Foreign Affairs Council will take place on 14 March 2025 at 14.30.
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Remarks by President António Costa at the press conference following the meeting with Chancellor of Germany Olaf Scholz

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
European Council President António Costa met the Chancellor of Germany, Olaf Scholz, in Berlin. During a press conference following the meeting, President Costa presented the main topics they had discussed, notably competitiveness and European defence.
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Ukraine: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union following the Ukraine-U.S. meeting in Saudi Arabia

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
Ukraine: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union following the Ukraine-U.S. meeting in Saudi Arabia.
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Syria: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the recent wave of violence

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
The EU issued a statement strongly condemning the attacks by pro-Assad militias against security forces in Syria’s coastal region, and the horrific crimes committed against civilians.
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Mediterranean Sea: Council prolongs the mandate of Operation IRINI until 2027

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
The Council prolonged the mandate of EU CSDP military operation in the Mediterranean - EUNAVFOR MED IRINI - until 31 March 2027.
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President Costa to travel to Berlin and Cape Town on 12-13 March 2025

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
The President of the European Council, António Costa will travel to Berlin and Cape Town on 12-13 March 2025 to attend the 100th anniversary of the Friedrich Ebert Stiftung foundation and represent the European Union at the eighth EU-South Africa summit.
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Media advisory - Competitiveness Council (Internal market and industry) of 12 March 2025

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
Main agenda items, approximate timing, public sessions and press opportunities.
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Recovery and resilience fund: Council greenlights the amended plans of Ireland and Belgium

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
The Council today approved the Commission’s positive assessment of the amended recovery and resilience plans submitted by Ireland and Belgium.
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Council agrees to enhance cooperation and information exchange on minimum effective corporate taxation

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
The Council reached a political agreement on new rules (DAC9) to enhance cooperation and information exchange on minimum effective corporate taxation.
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(CHANGE OF TIME) Press briefing - General Affairs Council of 18 March 2025

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
The press briefing ahead of the General Affairs Council will take place on Thursday 13 March 2025 at 15.00.
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Taxation: Council sets tax decluttering and simplification agenda

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
The Council approved conclusions today setting a tax decluttering and simplification agenda to contribute to the EU’s competitiveness.
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EIB: Council grants the bank greater flexibility to manage its investment capacity

European Council - Fri, 14/03/2025 - 09:17
The Council approved a decision providing the European Investment Bank (EIB) with enhanced flexibility in managing its investment capacity.
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