On 28 April, the Council Library hosted a lunchtime conversation with policy makers and academic experts exploring pressing questions about the evolving role of the Council presidency. The event ...

The President of the European Council, António Costa, travelled to Barcelona and gave a speech at the event organised by the Cercle d’Economia on 6 May 2025.

The press briefing ahead of the European Political Community meeting in Tirana of 16 May 2025 will take place on Thursday 8 May 2025 at 16.00. The briefing will also touch upon the visit of European ...

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On World Press Freedom Day, the EU issued a statement emphasizing the significant risks faced by the media in 2025 and reaffirming its resolute commitment to supporting and defending independent ...

Europe is at a turning point in shaping its approach to security and defence, with growing challenges prompting urgent reflection and action. The Council Library invited POLITICO Europe’s Research & ...

Recalling the European Council conclusions on European defence of 6 March 2025, all Member States are committed to the build-up of necessary defence capabilities in the European Union. The reformed EU ...

On 9 May, Europeans will celebrate Europe Day. 2025 marks the 75 th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration, which laid the foundations for the European Union and paved the way for an unprecedented era ...