European Council

At a press conference with Prime Minister Plenkovic in Zagreb, President Michel outlined the priorities of the European Union during the Croatian presidency with a specific focus on the EU budget, Brexit, enlargement and the EU's role on the global stage.

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

President Michel spoke to President Rouhani about the situation in the region and called for restraint.

President Charles Michel and Slovak Prime Minister Pellegrini met in Bratislava to discuss recent international security challenges and the EU priorities for the next months.

Today, President Michel together with High Representative Borrell met in Brussels Prime Minister Fayez al-Sarraj to discuss the situation in Libya.

Weekly schedule of President Charles Michel 6-12 January 2020

President Charles Michel reacts to the deterioration of the situation in Iraq

The EU issued a declaration on the latest developments in Venezuela.

Declaration by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/1893 of 11 November 2019 amending Decision (CFSP) 2017/2074 concerning restrictive measures in view of the situation in Venezuela.

New EU rules will improve drivers' working conditions and create more stable business conditions for transport companies.

The Council adopted conclusions on biodiversity in preparation of the post 2020 global biodiversity framework within the convention on biological diversity.

European Council appoints Isabel Schnabel and Fabio Panetta to the ECB's executive board.

The Council today decided that the head of the mission of the Republic of Benin to the European Union will be declared persona non grata.

EU extended the economic sanctions against Russia until 31 July 2020.

The conclusions highlight the importance of minimising radioactive waste and of ensuring responsible and safe handling, storage and disposal of waste.

The Council adopted a decision to provide up to €500 million of macro-financial assistance to Jordan.

Finland's presidency and the European Parliament reached a preliminary agreement on a new regulatory framework facilitating operation of crowdfunding platforms, while ensuring a high level of investor protection.

EU ambassadors approved a deal with the European Parliament on a new regulation which facilitates the reuse of treated urban waste water for agricultural irrigation.

The EU is making it easier for freight transport companies to provide information to authorities in digital form.

EU ambassadors today endorsed the Council's position on rules to improve the rights of motor insurance policyholders.