Joint debate - Preparation of the European Council meeting: opening statements by Ursula VON DER LEYEN, President of the European Commission and Clement BEAUNE, Minister of State for European Affairs

MEPs outline their expectations for the 23-24 June European Council and will discuss whether Ukraine, Moldova and Georgia should be granted EU candidate status. A resolution on these countries will be put to the vote. Opening statements by Ursula VON DER LEYEN, President of the European Commission and Clement BEAUNE, Minister of State for European Affairs.