European Council

Press briefing organised ahead of the video conference of European affairs ministers of 17 November 2020.

European Council President Charles Michel presented the results of EU leaders' discussion on EU-UK relations.

On 15 October 2020, the European Council adopted conclusions on EU-UK relations.

Before the start of the first day of the European Council, President Charles Michel highlighted the main topics the EU leaders will discuss.

The Council decided to impose targeted restrictive measures on one person responsible for acts that threaten the peace, security or stability of Libya, including violations of the UN arms embargo.

The Council imposed restrictive measures against six individuals and one entity involved in the assassination attempt on Alexei Navalny.

EU leaders will meet in Brussels to discuss the epidemiological situation, relations with the United Kingdom, as well as climate change and relations with Africa.

Tripartite Social Summit held on 14 October 2020 via videoconference discussed the main theme on "Implementing together an inclusive economic and social recovery in Europe".

The EU adopts legislation to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the Channel Tunnel railway connection after the end of the Brexit transition period

European Council President Charles Michel invited the members of the European Council to their meeting on 15-16 October 2020

The Council appointed Nataliya Apostolova and Mihai-Florin Bulgariu as new Heads of Mission for EUPOL COPPS and EUBAM RAFAH respectively.

Press briefing on Agriculture and Fisheries Council of 19 and 20 October 2020 will take place on 15 October at 10.30

Weekly schedule of President Charles Michel 12-18 October 2020

The further digitalisation of the member states’ judicial systems has enormous potential to continue to facilitate and improve access to justice for citizens throughout the EU.

This recommendation aims to avoid fragmentation and disruption, and to increase transparency and predictability for citizens and businesses.

The EU issued a declaration expressing its grave concern over the decision to proceed with the “opening” of part of the fenced area of Varosha.

Media advisory - General Affairs Council, 13 October 2020

The Council adopted conclusions on the European Union's response to the latest developments in Belarus.

Council adopts conclusions on improving the well-being of older persons in the era of digitalisation.

Council adopts conclusions on improving the working and living conditions of seasonal and other mobile workers.