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24/05/2017 - Security and defence
Feeding into the discussion on the future direction of the EU at 27, the Commission today held an orientation debate on the future of European defence.
23/05/2017 - Culture, education and youth
23/05/2017 - Economy and the euro
The Council agreed on a new system for resolving double taxation disputes between member states. Ministers also discussed a proposal for a common corporate tax base (CCTB) in the EU, aimed at reducing the administrative burden of multinational companies.
22/05/2017 - Institutional affairs
The Council, meeting in an EU27 format, adopted a decision authorising the beginning of talks with the UK following the notification of its intention to leave the EU. The Commission was nominated as the EU negotiator.
22/05/2017 - Economy and the euro
Member States should use the window of opportunity offered by the economic recovery to pursue structural reforms, boost investment and strengthen their public finances.
19/05/2017 - Institutional affairs
During Wednesday's debate on the European Council of 29 April dedicated to Brexit, MEPs welcomed the unity shown by EU countries ahead of negotiations with the UK, but also insisted on a reform of the EU taking place at the same time.
18/05/2017 - Justice and citizens’ rights
The Council adopted conclusions on setting the EU's priorities for the fight against serious and organised crime during the 2018-2021 policy cycle.
18/05/2017 - Consumer affairs and public health / Transport and travel
Parliament approved new rules allowing EU citizens to access online subscription content while abroad. EU citizens with subscriptions for online films and TV will soon be able to access their content while temporarily in another EU country.
18/05/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade
The ENP was reviewed in 2015 to respond to the new challenges of an evolving neighbourhood. Today's report shows results following a new approach based on differentiation, joint ownership and flexibility.
18/05/2017 - Justice and citizens’ rights
17/05/2017 - Business, taxation and competition
The European Commission has approved new state aid rules that exempt certain public support measures for ports, airports, culture and the outermost regions from prior Commission scrutiny.
17/05/2017 - Economy and the euro / Statistics
17/05/2017 - Institutional affairs / Justice and citizens’ rights
The situation in Hungary justifies the triggering of the procedure which may result in sanctions for Hungary, MEPs say in a resolution.
16/05/2017 - Security and defence
16/05/2017 - Asylum and migration
Today, the Commission adopted its twelfth progress report on the EU's emergency relocation and resettlement schemes, assessing actions taken since 12 April 2017.
16/05/2017 - Food, farming and fisheries
MEPs advocate efforts to halve by 2030 food waste in the EU, by lifting existing restrictions on food donations and eliminating confusion about “best before” and “use by” labels.
15/05/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade
Foreign ministers discussed the situation in the Horn of Africa, a region facing destabilisation in particular in Somalia and South Sudan. In light of the recent worrying developments in the country, the Council adopted conclusions on Venezuela.
11/05/2017 - Business, taxation and competition / Enlargement, external relations and trade
The Council discussed the new anti-dumping methodology and all ministers confirmed their support for the Council's negotiating mandate agreed on 3 May by EU Ambassadors.
- Outcome of the Council meeting
- Anti-dumping methodology: Council agrees negotiating position
- Schengen area: Council recommends up to six month prolongation of internal border controls
- Visas: Council adopts regulation on visa liberalisation for Ukrainian citizens
- More press releases from the Foreign Affairs Council
