Remarks by Kyriakos Pierrakakis following the Eurogroup meeting of 9 July 2026

Ladies and gentlemen, good evening. I would like to begin with the conclusion of today's meeting, because I believe it captures effectively the most important message. Budgets, public debt and fiscal rules remain at the core of the Eurogroup's mission. They will continue to form the foundation of our economic policy. But the economy is changing at a pace we have never experienced before, ...
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Main results – Eurogroup, 9 July 2026

At the Eurogroup, ministers discussed and adopted a statement on the euro area's fiscal stance ahead of the preparation of national budgets for next year. In inclusive format, the Eurogroup held an exchange on the implications of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity for the financial sector, as well as the framework conditions needed to support the development of AI in Europe. Finally, the Eu...
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Brussels Special Venues celebrates 20 years with anniversary edition of its Experience Event

  Brussels Special Venues (BSV) celebrates its 20th anniversary The Experience Event on 14 and 15 September celebrates Brussels as a leading MICE destination Two days of guided tours through iconic and exceptional BSV venues Exclusively for professional event organisers  BSV – Brussels Special Venues is a non-profit association that has been bringing together premium event ve...
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Agenda highlights – Eurogroup, 9 July 2026

The Eurogroup will discuss the euro area's fiscal stance ahead of the preparation of national budgets for next year, with a view to adopting a statement on the matter. Ministers will also exchange views on the international role of the euro and discuss and approve the Eurogroup's work programme for the coming months. Ministers will also discuss the impact of artificial intelligence and cybersecuri...
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Media advisory: HR/VP Kaja Kallas attends the NATO Summit in Ankara, Türkiye

High Representative/Vice-President Kaja Kallas will participate in the NATO Summit in Ankara on 7 July 2026. On Tuesday, the High Representative/Vice-President will attend the Defence Ministers’ Reception hosted by the Minister of National Defence of Türkiye, followed by the official dinner of the NATO-Ukraine Council at the level of Foreign Ministers. The High Representative/Vice-President will...
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President Costa travelling to Türkiye for the NATO summit and meeting with President Erdoğan

The President of the European Council, António Costa, will visit Ankara, Türkiye, on 7 and 8 July. On Tuesday, he will attend NATO Summit leaders’ dinner. On Wednesday, together with President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, he will meet President of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. NATO summit The NATO summit will focus on defence investment, industrial production, support for U...
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Press briefing – Eurogroup meeting of 9 July 2026

The press briefing ahead of the Eurogroup meeting of 9 July 2026 will take place on Tuesday, 7 July at 15.30. The briefing will be "off the record" and will be given by Tuomas Saarenheimo, President of the Eurogroup Working Group. The press briefing will take place in a hybrid format: EU accredited journalists will be able to participate and ask questions either remotely or in person at the ...
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Peru: Statement by the Spokesperson on the presidential elections

Following the official proclamation of results in Peru’s presidential elections by the National Elections Board, the EU congratulates Keiko Fujimori for her election as President of Peru. Relations between the European Union and Peru are based on deep historical, cultural and human ties, and on shared values such as democracy, rule of law, human rights and the defence of multilateralism and int...
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Syria: Statement by the Spokesperson on the terrorist attack in Central Damascus

The European Union strongly condemns the terrorist attack that took place on 2 July in Musheyreyyeh Café in Central Damascus. We express our condolences and sympathy to the victims and their families. The European Union reaffirms its commitment in support of a peaceful and inclusive transition in Syria and its rejection of all forms of violence. The EU will continue engaging with the Syri...
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