Spain holds the presidency of the Council of the EU for the fifth time since 1 st of July.&nbsp;The motto: 'Europe, closer' highlights Spain's commitment to advancing in European unity, bringing citizens closer to the decisions present in our day-to-day lives.

Spain has identified four priorities for the work under its presidency of the Council: reindustrialise&nbsp;the EU, advance in the&nbsp;green transition, promote&nbsp;social and economic justice and strengthen&nbsp;European unity.

The presidency of the Council rotates among the EU member states every 6 months. During this 6-month period, the presidency chairs meetings at every level in the Council, helping to ensure the continuity of the EU's work in the Council.&nbsp;

Spanish Presidency

Pedro SANCHEZ, Spanish Prime Minister, is the fifteenth EU leader to debate the future of Europe with MEPs, in plenary session in Strasbourg.

The Europeans want the EU to change. This is why the European Parliament is taking the leadership over a reform of the EU.

Parliament set out its vision for the future of Europe in three resolutions voted in plenary session on 16 February 2017. MEPs suggested, among other things: turning the Council of Ministers into a genuine second legislative chamber, and its configurations into preparatory bodies similar to Parliament’s committees, appointing an EU finance minister and giving the EU Commission the power to formulate and give effect to a common EU economic policy, backed up by a euro-area budget, and creating a fiscal capacity consisting of the European Stability Mechanism (ESM) and specific additional budgetary capacity for the euro area, funded by its members as a part of the EU budget.

Debate on the Future of Europe with Pedro SANCHEZ, Spanish Prime Minister

This storybook is about a little girl, Anna, who is starting school in a new country and learning the local language through immersion. The audiobook and e-book versions are available in the 24 EU official languages. While the target audience is 3-6 year olds, this storybook could also be useful for older children learning to read, whether in their first EU language or in another one.

<a href="https://multimedia.europarl.europa.eu/en/anna-learns-new-language-all-versions_15508_pk">See the other language versions</a>

Anna learns a new language (Spanish version)

Spanish MEPs meet with Ivana ANDRES and Alba REDONDO, players of the national football team of Spain

Official visit of Roberta METSOLA, EP President to Spain - Meeting with José Manuel ALBARES BUENO, Spanish Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation

Official visit of Roberta METSOLA, EP President to Spain - Meeting with Pedro Rollán, President of the Spanish Senate

Official visit of Roberta METSOLA, EP President to Spain - Meeting with Pedro ROLLAN, President of the Spanish Senate

Press conference by Sabine VERHEYEN, lead Rapporteur and Ramona STRUGARIU, opinion Rapporteur, Ernest URTASUN, Spanish Minister for Culture and Věra JOUROVÁ, Vice-President of the European Commission in charge of Values and Transparency on the European Media Freedom Act and the outcome of the inter-institutional negotiations

Yhdysvaltojen hyökkäys EU:n yhteisen maatalouspolitiikan mukaista tukea kohtaan (Espanjan oliivit) (keskustelu)

US attack on EU farm support under the CAP (in the context of Spanish olives) (debate)

Jerzy BUZEK - President of EP - José Manuel BARROSO - President of the European Commission - and José Luis Rodriguez ZAPATERO - President of the Spanish Government

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Espanjan puheenjohtajakauden yhteenveto (keskustelu)

Review of the Spanish presidency (debate)

Press conference: Miroslav MIKOLASIK rapporteur, the Spanish minister for Health Trinidad JIMÉNEZ and Health Commissioner John DALLI on "Organ donation and transplantation"

Press conference: Mr. José Luis RODRÍGUEZ ZAPATERO - Spanish Prime Minister - and Jerzy BUZEK - EP President - on "Priorities of the Spanish Presidency"

Espanjan puheenjohtajakauden toimintaohjelman esittely (jatkoa keskustelulle)

Presentation of the programme of the Spanish Presidency (continuation of debate)

Espanjan puheenjohtajakauden toimintaohjelman esittely (keskustelu)

Presentation of the programme of the Spanish Presidency (debate)

Press conference: Diego LÓPEZ GARRIDO - Spanish Secretary of State of the UE

Official visit of Roberta METSOLA, EP President to Spain - Meeting with Pedro SÁNCHEZ, Spanish Prime Minister

EP Plenary session - Council and Commission statements - Review of the Spanish Presidency of the Council

ENVI - Mid-term Spanish Council Presidency - Exchange of views with Teresa Ribera Rodríguez, and Minister for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge

AFET- Exchange of views with José Manuel Albares, Minister of Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation, on the priorities of the Spanish Presidency of the Council of the European Union

ENVI - Mid-term Spanish Council Presidency - Exchange of views with José Manuel Miñones Conde, Minister for Health

AFCO - Presentation of the Spanish Presidency programme of the EU Council

LEX signing ceremony: signature of six COD LEX texts by Roberta METSOLA, EP President and José Manuel Albares Bueno, Minister for Foreign Affairs, on behalf of the Spanish Presidency of the Council

CCC - Meeting with Pascual Ignacio NAVARRO RÍOS, State Secretary for the European Union, Spanish Presidency of the Council of the EU

LIBE - Spanish Presidency of the Council of the European Union, 2023

LEX signing ceremony: signature of 3 COD LEX texts by Roberta METSOLA, EP President and José Manuel Albares Bueno, Minister for Foreign Affairs, on behalf of the Spanish Presidency of the Council

REGI -  Presentation of the Spanish Presidency of the Council programme

FEMM - Presentation of the Spanish Presidency of the Council programme

ITRE - Presentation of the Spanish Presidency of the Council programme

TRAN - Presentation of the priorities of the Spanish Presidency of the Council

AGRI - Presentation of the Spanish Presidency of the Council programme

En la Unión Europea, la democracia puede parecernos evidente, pero las cosas no siempre ha sido así. Hace no tanto, millones de europeos no podían votar ni expresarse libremente.

Usa tu voto – European elections 2024 video – Spanish (audiodescription) 4:5

&lt;p>En la Unión Europea, la democracia puede parecernos evidente, pero las cosas no siempre ha sido así. Hace no tanto, millones de europeos no podían votar ni expresarse libremente.&lt;/p>

Usa tu voto – European elections 2024 video – Spanish (International Sign) 16:9

&lt;p>En la Unión Europea, la democracia puede parecernos evidente, pero las cosas no siempre ha sido así. Hace no tanto, millones de europeos no podían votar ni expresarse libremente. Sus vidas podían estar en peligro simplemente por ser distintos, por tener creencias diferentes o por querer otro tipo de vida. La democracia es un tesoro transmitido de generación en generación. Ellos aspiraron a la democracia y lucharon por ella. Ahora es nuestra responsabilidad mantenerla, hacerla más fuerte y transmitirla a las generaciones venideras. La manera más eficaz de hacerlo es votar, ya que cuanta más gente vota, más fuerte es la democracia. Del 6 al 9 de junio de 2024: Usa tu voto. Si no, otros decidirán por ti.&lt;/p>&lt;p>© ANDCO A/S, 2024. All rights reserved. Licensed to the European Parliament under conditions. Use or reproduction is prohibited without prior explicit permission from the respective right holders.&lt;/p>

Usa tu voto – European elections 2024 video – Spanish (audiodescription) 16:9

Usa tu voto – European elections 2024 video – Spanish (dubbed) 16:9

Usa tu voto – European elections 2024 video – Spanish (dubbed) 4:5

How does Europe affect our everyday lives? How does it impact on our jobs, our families, our health care, our journeys and our consumer choices? And how is Europe present in our towns, cities and regions? As European citizens, no matter where we live, how we make our living, or how we spend our time, the EU has an impact on our daily lives. The website 'What Europe does for me' presents a wide range of short, easy-to-read texts drawn up by the European Parliamentary Research Service, focusing on what the European Union does and the impact it has on us all. It explores EU actions from the individual’s point of view, with many examples of projects and support.

EPRS - What Europe does for me: Supporting women in the workplace - Spanish (subtitles)

EPRS - What Europe does for me: Supporting people with disabilities - Spanish (subtitles)

Global challenges – including climate change, geopolitical conflict, erosion of democratic principles and social inequalities – affect people's daily lives and future prospects.A collective European response over the next 10 years could help to address these challenges – and offer benefits worth up to €3 trillion a year. This represents around 18 % of EU gross domestic product (GDP), equivalent to €6 700 per citizen per year. Referring to the European Parliament's work during the 2019-2024 term, our research has identified action in 10 policy areas that could unleash Europe's potential – without the need for Treaty change.

EPRS - Mapping the cost of non-Europe: Ten ways that Europe could do more for you - Spanish (subtitles)

On the occasion of the International Women's Day Celebration, Roberta METSOLA, President of the European Parliament, meets with Spanish football players. Ivana Andrés and Alba Redondo from the Spanish women’s national football team address MEPs in a ceremony, followed by a round of political group speakers. Spain won the World Cup in 2023 for the first time, but the trophy presentation was marred by harassment. This news item shows extracts from the arrival of Ivana Andrés and Alba Redondo, welcome by President Metsola and extracts from their address and ceremony.

International Women's Day: Roberta METSOLA, EP President meets with Ivana ANDRÉS, captain and Alba REDONDO, player of the Spanish national football team of Spain and extracts from the celebration

On the occasion of her official visit in Madrid, EP President Roberta METSOLA meets with José Manuel ALBARES BUENO, Spanish Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation.

Official visit by Roberta METSOLA, EP President Madrid (Spain): arrival and meeting with José Manuel ALBARES BUENO, Spanish Minister for Foreign Affairs, European Union and Cooperation

Roberta METSOLA, EP President visit the Spanish Senate and meets with Pedro Rollán, President of the Spanish Senate, during her official visit in Madrid. This footage shows extracts from her arrival and the meeting.

Official visit by Roberta METSOLA, EP President in Madrid (Spain): arrival at the Senado - Spanish Senate and meeting with Pedro Rollán, President of the Spanish Senate

During her official visit in Madrid, Roberta METSOLA, EP President, meets with Pedro SÁNCHEZ, Spanish Prime Minister. This footage shows extracts from the meeting.

Official visit by Roberta METSOLA, EP President in Madrid (Spain): arrival and meeting with Pedro SÁNCHEZ, Spanish Prime Minister

Press conference by Sabine VERHEYEN (EPP, DE), lead Rapporteur and Ramona STRUGARIU (Renew, RO), opinion Rapporteur, Ernest URTASUN, Spanish Minister for Culture and Věra JOUROVÁ, Vice-President of the European Commission in charge of Values and Transparency on the European Media Freedom Act and the outcome of the inter-institutional negotiations

Press conference by Sabine VERHEYEN (EPP, DE), lead Rapporteur and Ramona STRUGARIU (Renew, RO), opinion Rapporteur, Ernest URTASUN, Spanish Minister for Culture and Věra JOUROVÁ, Vice-President of the European Commission

The Paris Agreement entered into force on 4 November 2016 and as part of it a Global Stocktake takes place every five years. The first-ever stocktake, scheduled to conclude at COP28, aims to provide an overall picture of its implementation progress. Parliament adopted its demands ahead of this year’s global climate talks on 21 November 2023. MEPs debate with Commission and Council representatives the conclusions of the UN COP28 Climate Change Conference. Closing statements Helena DALLI, European Commissioner for Equality and Pascual NAVARRO RÍOS, Spanish Secretary of State for the European Union.

Outcome of the UN Climate Change Conference 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (COP28): closing statements Helena DALLI, European Commissioner for Equality and Pascual NAVARRO RÍOS, Spanish Secretary of State for the European Union

The Paris Agreement entered into force on 4 November 2016 and as part of it a Global Stocktake takes place every five years. The first-ever stocktake, scheduled to conclude at COP28, aims to provide an overall picture of its implementation progress. Parliament adopted its demands ahead of this year’s global climate talks on 21 November 2023. MEPs debate with Commission and Council representatives the conclusions of the UN COP28 Climate Change Conference. Opening statements by Pascual NAVARRO RÍOS, Spanish Secretary of State for the European Union and Helena DALLI, European Commissioner for Equality. This transcription is a result of an authomatic process. Please check against delivery.

Outcome of the UN Climate Change Conference 2023 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (COP28): opening statements by Pascual NAVARRO RÍOS, Spanish Secretary of State for the European Union and Helena DALLI, European Commissioner for Equality

MEPs debate the impact of the announced reform of the criminal code on Slovakia’s efforts to fight corruption. On 6 December, the new Slovak government tabled a draft law to overhaul the country’s penal code. If approved by its parliament, the special prosecutor’s office dealing with the most serious crimes and corruption would be dismantled. The government also intends to soften penalties for corruption offences. Several investigators and police officers looking into corruption charges have already faced repercussions from the new government, such as being dismissed, suspended or sidelined from these investigations. Closing statement Didier REYNDERS, European Commissioner for Justice, and Commissioner for Competition (ad interim) and Pascual NAVARRO RÍOS, Spanish Secretary of State for the European Union.

Planned dissolution of key anti-corruption structures in Slovakia and its implications on the Rule of Law: Closing statement Didier REYNDERS, European Commissioner for Justice and Pascual NAVARRO RÍOS, Spanish Secretary of State for the EU

MEPs debate the impact of the announced reform of the criminal code on Slovakia’s efforts to fight corruption. On 6 December, the new Slovak government tabled a draft law to overhaul the country’s penal code. If approved by its parliament, the special prosecutor’s office dealing with the most serious crimes and corruption would be dismantled. The government also intends to soften penalties for corruption offences. Several investigators and police officers looking into corruption charges have already faced repercussions from the new government, such as being dismissed, suspended or sidelined from these investigations.Opening statement by Pascual NAVARRO RÍOS, Spanish Secretary of State for the European Union and Didier REYNDERS, European Commissioner for Justice, and Commissioner for Competition (ad interim). This transcription is a result of an authomatic process. Please check against delivery.

Planned dissolution of key anti-corruption structures in Slovakia and its implications on the Rule of Law: opening statement by Pascual NAVARRO RÍOS, Spanish Secretary of State for the EU and Didier REYNDERS, European Commissioner for Justice

MEPs present their demands and expectations one day ahead of the EU summit on 14-15 December. At their meeting in Brussels, heads of state or government focus on the latest developments in Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and continued EU support for the country and its people, on the situation in the Middle East and on EU enlargement policy, including the stabilisation and association process. They also discuss the EU’s long-term 2021-2027 budget with a view to reaching an agreement, security and defence issues as well as external relations. Closing statements by Maroš ŠEFČOVIČ, Executive Vice-President of the European Commission in charge of the European Green Deal, Interinstitutional Relations and Foresight and Pascual NAVARRO RÍOS, Spanish Secretary of State for the European Union-

Preparation of the European Council meeting of 14-15 December 2023: Closing statements by Maroš ŠEFČOVIČ, Executive VP of the EC in charge of the EU Green Deal and Pascual NAVARRO RÍOS, Spanish Secretary of State for EU

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