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The EU has published updated rules on foreign investment screening, strengthening its ability to identify and collectively address risks stemming from foreign investments to the EU’s security and public order.

Korea - Lee Jae-myung, António Costa, Ursula von der Leyen and Maros Sefčovic - Photo © European Union 2026

The 11th summit between the EU and South Korea marked a new phase in their strategic partnership, delivering a series of concrete outcomes to enhance economic resilience, security and defence cooperation, research, and the clean energy transition.