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26/06/2017 - Business, taxation and competition / Enlargement, external relations and trade
European exporters reported a 10% increase in the number of trade barriers they encountered in 2016 alone. 372 such barriers were in place at the end of last year in over 50 trade destinations across the world.
19/06/2017 - Asylum and migration / Enlargement, external relations and trade
EU foreign ministers discussed the current crisis in the Gulf region. EU ministers urged de-escalation of the crisis through dialogue and negotiation. They expressed their full support for the mediation efforts of Kuwait.
27/05/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade / Institutional affairs / Security and defence
On 26 and 27 May 2017, Italy hosted the meeting of the G7 leaders. The summit focused on foreign policy, the global economy and the reduction of inequalities, and the migration crisis.
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.
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
10/05/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade / Institutional affairs
Following the Commission's White Paper on the Future of Europe presented on 1 March, the Commission is publishing today its Reflection Paper on Harnessing Globalisation.
04/05/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade / International aid, development and cooperation
The European Commission and the High Representative/ Vice-President have set out today the EU's political priorities and concrete proposals for a stronger strategic partnership with Africa.
06/04/2017 - Asylum and migration / Enlargement, external relations and trade
The international community gathered in Brussels offered support to Syrians in securing a peaceful future. The participants made pledges of $6 billion to meet the needs of the populations inside Syria and neighbouring countries. They also condemned the use of chemical weapons by the Syrian Government and ISIL/Daesh.
04/04/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade / International aid, development and cooperation
Foreign ministers discussed the situation in Syria, ahead of the Brussels Conference on Supporting the future of Syria and the region on 4-5 April 2017. The Council adopted the EU strategy for Syria.
14/03/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade
The High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and the European Commission have today adopted a Joint Communication proposing a forward- looking EU strategy for Syria.
06/03/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade
Ministers reconfirmed the EU engagement and focus on the Western Balkans, including through political and economic links. The Council also adopted conclusions setting out the progress achieved in implementing the EU global strategy in the area of security and defence.
22/02/2017 - Business, taxation and competition / Enlargement, external relations and trade
15/02/2017 - Business, taxation and competition / Enlargement, external relations and trade
The EU-Canada Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA), which aims to boost goods and services trade and investment flows, was approved by the European Parliament on Wednesday. The landmark trade deal could apply provisionally from as early as April 2017.
09/02/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade
08/02/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade
Today, the Commission adopted its ninth progress report on the EU's emergency relocation and resettlement schemes, assessing actions taken since 8 December 2016.
06/02/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade
EU foreign ministers reaffirmed the importance of Libya regaining its stability through an inclusive political settlement under the framework of the Libyan political agreement. The Council also discussed the Middle East peace process and the situation in Ukraine and in Egypt.
06/02/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade
16/01/2017 - Enlargement, external relations and trade
The Council discussed developments in Syria, for the first time since an agreement for cessation of hostilities was announced. In their discussion, ministers welcomed the agreement brokered and guaranteed by Russia and Turkey.
28/11/2016 - Enlargement, external relations and trade
The Council discussed the revision of the European consensus on development, on the basis of a proposal from the European Commission. This revision will implement the 2030 Agenda for sustainable development.
