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On 18 and 19 June, the European Council adopted conclusions on Ukraine, the Middle East, the next multiannual financial framework, competitiveness and global economic challenges, European defence and security, migration, illicit drugs, enlargement and reforms, the Republic of Moldova, Western Balkans and other items. European Council conclusions, 18 and 19 June 2026   Visit the...
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III. NEXT MULTIANNUAL FINANCIAL FRAMEWORK 34. Following the work by the Cyprus Presidency and the presentation of the Negotiating Box with figures, the European Council held an exchange of views on the new Multiannual Financial Framework. 35. The European Council calls on the Irish Presidency to take the work forward on the Negotiating Box by the October European Council, with a view to a time...
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Today, more than 130 armed conflicts are ongoing around the world, involving more than 60 countries and 120 non-state actors. Behind these figures are millions of civilians, whose lives are turned upside down on a daily base. This is why, since its signing of the first Geneva Convention in 1864, Belgium has been actively committed to the application of international humanitarian law (IHL) and the ...
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IV.    COMPETITIVENESS AND GLOBAL ECONOMIC CHALLENGES Against the backdrop of the challenging geoeconomic context, the European Council discussed ongoing efforts to strengthen EU competitiveness and strategic autonomy, increase resilience and economic security, promote technological innovation, sustain Europe’s prosperity and social model and improve living standards. Recalling the objecti...
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I. UKRAINE 1. The European Council held an exchange of views with Volodymyr Zelenskyy, President of Ukraine. 2. The European Council reaffirms its continued firm and unwavering support for Ukraine’s independence, sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognised borders. The European Union will continue to provide, in coordination with like-minded partners and...
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Good afternoon, We have two busy days ahead - European Council meeting. First, we start, of course, with Ukraine. We see that Russia is not doing well in this war, and we see that Ukraine is stronger on the battlefield, as well as on the other issues. We were just talking in the Ukraine Support Group - what more can be done to support Ukraine, but also pressure Russia, so that they would sit...
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Final preparations are underway as the global coffee community prepares to arrive in Brussels for three days of competition, education, and industry networking Brussels, Belgium, June 12, 2026 - With just one week to go, the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) is putting the finishing touches on World of Coffee Brussels 2026, taking place June 25-27 at Brussels Expo. As the largest specialty cof...
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A programme of more than 25 Irish focused cultural events throughout Belgium will mark Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union Cultúr 2026: Sharing Ireland’s Culture, an extensive programme of Irish focused cultural events in Belgium, and across Ireland and Europe, has been announced to mark Ireland’s Presidency of the Council of the European Union, which commences on July 1st...
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Indicative programme All times are approximate and subject to change Thursday 18 June 2026 17:00 Arrivals and doorsteps (live stream 1 / live stream 2) TTBC Doorstep by President Costa 18:00 Exchange of views with President of the European Parliament 18:45 Exchange of views with President of Ukraine 20:45 European Council working dinner Friday 19 June 2026 08:30 Arrivals and doorsteps (li...
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The President of the European Council, António Costa, together with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, will represent the EU at the second EU-Moldova  Summit taking place in Brussels on 22 June 2026. President Maia Sandu will represent the Republic of Moldova. The Summit will be a key opportunity to highlight the strategic importance of Moldova’s future within the E...
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