Joint press release following the 9th Association Council meeting between the EU and Ukraine
EU and Ukraine issued a joint press release following the 9th Association Council condemning Russian war of aggression against Ukraine and welcoming Ukraine’s ongoing engagement in implementing its commitment towards European perspective.
Main messages from the Tripartite Social Summit, 20 March 2024
EU leaders and social partners met in Brussels for the tripartite social summit.
The EU issued a statement about the commemoration of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, underlining that the fight against racism continues to this day, everywhere.
Ukraine: Council and Parliament reach a deal to renew EU’s autonomous trade measures
Ukraine: Council and Parliament reach a deal to renew EU trade support.
The EU issued a statement on the adoption of new national security legislation in Hong Kong.
Invitation letter by President Charles Michel to the members of the European Council
EU leaders will discuss continued support for Ukraine in the face of Russia’s war of aggression, security and defence, the Middle East, enlargement, external relations, migration, agriculture and the European Semester.
Media advisory – Tripartite Social Summit, 20 March 2024
Main agenda items, approximate timing, public sessions and press opportunities.
Anti-SLAPP: Final green light for EU law protecting journalists and human rights defenders
The Council has adopted an EU law for the protection of journalists, human rights defenders and other persons working in the public interest against unfounded claims or abusive court proceedings.
“If we want peace, we must prepare for war”
In an op-ed article published in several EU outlets, President Michel stressed that it was important for the EU to take responsibility for its own security and shift to a war-economy mode.
The President of the Eurogroup, Paschal Donohoe, has sent a letter to the President of the Euro Summit, Charles Michel, to report on the work of the Eurogroup.
Reform of the Statute of the Court of Justice adopted
The Council has adopted a Regulation amending Protocol No 3 on the Statute of the Court of Justice of the European Union.
The Council approved conclusions on green diplomacy unequivocally affirming the EU’s commitment to promote a just and inclusive green transition, and support the implementation of global commitments in this regard, in close cooperation with partner countries.
The Council agreed on a 5 billion Ukraine Assistance Fund under the European Peace Facility to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces through the provision of both lethal and non-lethal military equipment and training.
Wholesale energy markets: Council adopts law to protect against market manipulation
The new regulation will reinforce market surveillance in the European Union, ensuring open and fair competition in the wholesale energy markets.
EU-Chile: Council gives final endorsement to bilateral trade agreement
The Council today adopted the decision on the conclusion of the Interim Agreement on trade (iTA) between the European Union and Chile.
Press briefing – Environment Council of 25 March 2024
Press briefing ahead of the upcoming Environment Council will take place on 19 March 2024 at 11.00.
The EU issued a statement on Russian presidential elections and their non-applicability on Ukrainian territory.
Tourism: Council gives its final approval to the regulation for short-term rentals
Council gives its final approval to the regulation for short-term accommodation rental services.
Strategic autonomy: Council gives its final approval on the critical raw materials act
Council gives its final approval on the Critical Raw Materials Act (CRMA).
