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O presidente do Conselho Europeu António Costa proferiu o discurso de abertura do Fórum de Investimento UE-Brasil em São Paulo. O fórum constitui a plataforma para o lançamento formal do diálogo estruturado sobre investimento entre a UE e o Brasil.

Following its political announcement on 20 May, the Council lifted the EU’s economic sanctions on Syria imposed ontothe Assad regime. It also removed 24 entities from the EU list of those subject to the freezing of funds and economic resources. In parallel, it extended the listings of individuals and entities linked to the Assad regime until 1 June 2026.In support of the transitional authorities’ efforts to safeguard the human rights and fundamental freedoms of all Syrian people, the Council also imposed new restrictive measures on two individuals and three entities for human rights abuses and stands ready to consider further listings on those fuelling instability.

The High Representative issued a statement on behalf of the European Union on malicious behaviour in cyberspace against Czechia.

The Polish Presidency published conclusions on strengthening EU democratic resilience, supported by 25 delegations.

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Simplification: Council adopts position to simplify and strengthen EU’s carbon border adjustment mechanism.

The Council decided to launch the sixth wave of 11 new PESCO projects to strengthen EU defence capabilities and contribute to a strong EU’s defence posture.

The Council adopted a regulation setting up the Security Action for Europe instrument, which will provide EU member states financial assistance for up to €150 billion euros, with the aim of strengthening the European security and defence industry.

Council gives its final approval to the amendment to the CO2 standards for cars and vans.

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Council calls for a reform of the international financial architecture for development

Weekly schedule of President António Costa, 26 May–1 June 2025

European Council President António Costa will travel to Brazil from 27 to 29 May 2025 to meet with Brazilian President Lula da Silva and participate in the EU-Brazil Investment Forum. The visit highlights the EU’s commitment to a forward-looking strategic partnership with Brazil to advance joint priorities, including climate action and multilateral cooperation.

Council adopts conclusions on the use of satellite data, in particular from Earth Observation constellations, for civil protection and crisis management.

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision concerning restrictive measures against cyber-attacks threatening the Union or its Member States.

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision concerning restrictive measures against cyber-attacks threatening the Union or its Member States.

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision concerning restrictive measures against cyber-attacks threatening the Union or its Member States.

G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors, met on 22 May 2025 in Banff, Canada and issued a joint communiqué.

Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the alignment of certain countries with Council Decision concerning restrictive measures in respect of actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine.

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