The European Council will focus on migration, security and defence, the EU’s long-term budget, the Brexit talks and Eurozone reform. 

 
EU heads of state or government meet in Brussels to discuss the most pressing policy priorities for the European Union, including how to press ahead with the EU’s common asylum system and also to evaluate the progress of the ongoing Brexit negotiations (in a EU27 format).&nbsp; They are also scheduled to debate the next EU long-term budget (multi-annual financial framework - MFF), security and defence, innovation and digital Europe and Eurozone reform (Euro Summit format).

European Council, 28 and 29 June 2018

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The EU Heads of state or government of the Member States meet in Brussels on 14 and 15 December 2017 and&nbsp; look at a number of the most pressing issues, including defence, migration, foreign affairs, social issues, education and culture.

 
EU Leaders are expected to welcome the launch of the permanent structured cooperation (PESCO). On 13 November, 23 Member States notified their intention to join PESCO to enhance defence cooperation.They will also review progress in other fields, notably on EU-NATO cooperation. The European Council will adopt conclusions on social issues as well as on education and culture. Under the Leaders' Agenda, leaders will hold a debate on the way forward on migration policy, including both the internal and external dimensions. Leaders will reassess the state of progress in the Brexit negotiations to determine whether sufficient progress has been achieved on three specific issues: citizens' rights, Ireland and financial obligations
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European Council, 14 and 15 December 2017

The leaders’ talks on nominations for the EU's top jobs will continue at the Special European Council on 30 June 2019.

EU leaders discussed the possible candidates for the top positions in the EU at the June European Council, but did not conclude. The European Council plays a major part in appointing high-profile EU-level roles. In 2019 it will elect the European Council President, nominate a candidate for the President of the European Commission, appoint the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and decide on the President of the European Central Bank. They will all take office before the end of the year.

Special meeting of the European Council, 30/06/2019

EU leaders meet in Brussels to discuss the epidemiological situation, relations with the United Kingdom, as well as climate change and relations with Africa.

European Council, 15-16 October 2020

EP Plenary session - Conclusions of the European Council meeting of 23-24 March 2023

The International Criminal Court (ICC) investigates and, where warranted, tries individuals charged with the gravest crimes of concern to the international community: genocide, war crimes, crimes against humanity and the crime of aggression. During her official visit to The Netherlands, Roberta METSOLA, EP President, goes to the International Criminal Court (ICC). She meets with Piotr HOFMAŃSKI, President Judge of the ICC and Karim A. A. KHAN KC, ICC Prosecutor.

Official visit by Roberta METSOLA, EP President, to The Netherlands (The Hague): meeting with Piotr HOFMAŃSKI, President Judge of the International Criminal Court (ICC) and Karim A. A. KHAN KC, ICC Prosecutor

During the summit of the 23-24 March European Council, heads of state or government focussed on Russia’s war against Ukraine and the EU’s continued support for the country, competitiveness, the single market, how to boost the EU’s economy, trade, migration and energy-related issues. MEPs discuss the result of the summit in a debate with Presidents Charles Michel and Ursula von der Leyen. Closing statements by Maroš ŠEFČOVIČ, Vice-President of the European Commission in charge of Interinstitutional relations and Foresight.

Conclusions of the European Council meeting of 23-24 March 2023: closing statements by Maroš ŠEFČOVIČ, Vice-President of the European Commission in charge of Interinstitutional relations and Foresight

MEPs assess the outcome of the 23-24 March European Council in a debate with Presidents Charles Michel and Ursula von der Leyen. The discussion focuses on three main topics: EU competitiveness, migration and the latest decision of the ICC to give an warrant of arrest against Putin. Extracts from the debate.

C﻿onclusions of the European Council meeting of 23-24 March 2023: extracts from the debate

During the summit of the 23-24 March European Council , heads of state or government focussed on Russia’s war against Ukraine and the EU’s continued support for the country, competitiveness, the single market, how to boost the EU’s economy, trade, migration and energy-related issues. MEPs discuss the result of the summit in a debate with Presidents Charles Michel and Ursula von der Leyen. Second part of the MEPs debate.

C﻿onclusions of the European Council meeting of 23-24 March 2023: MEPs debate (part 2)

During the summit of the 23-24 March European Council , heads of state or government focussed on Russia’s war against Ukraine and the EU’s continued support for the country, competitiveness, the single market, how to boost the EU’s economy, trade, migration and energy-related issues. MEPs discuss the result of the summit in a debate with Presidents Charles Michel and Ursula von der Leyen. One round of political group leaders.

Conclusions of the European Council meeting of 23-24 March 2023: one round of political group leaders

During the summit of the 23-24 March European Council , heads of state or government focussed on Russia’s war against Ukraine and the EU’s continued support for the country, competitiveness, the single market, how to boost the EU’s economy, trade, migration and energy-related issues. MEPs discuss the result of the summit in a debate with Presidents Charles Michel and Ursula von der Leyen. Opening statements by Ursula von der LEYEN, President of the European Commission and by Charles MICHEL, President of the European Council

C﻿onclusions of the European Council meeting of 23-24 March 2023: opening statements by Ursula von der LEYEN, President of the European Commission and by Charles MICHEL, President of the European Council

Roberta METSOLA, EP President participates to the European Council meeting on the 23rd March 2023, in Brussels. Extracts from her arrival, and from the press conference after the meeting with the EU Heads of State.

European Council meeting (23/03): arrival and extracts from the press conference by Roberta METSOLA, EP President

After participating to the European Council meeting with heads of state and government, Roberta METSOLA, EP President, holds a press conference. Questions and answers with journalists.

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