European Council

This protocol will improve cross-border access to electronic evidence to be used in criminal proceedings.

Given the current geopolitical situation, the aim of achieving the EU’s strategic autonomy, whilst preserving an open economy, is even more crucial.

The press briefing ahead of the General Affairs Council will take place on 7 April 2022 at 10:00. The briefing will be "off the record".

Remarks by Paschal Donohoe following the Eurogroup meeting of 4 April 2022 on the euro area impact from the war in Ukraine, digital euro and housing market developments.

The funds will ensure support for people seeking refuge from Russia's invasion of Ukraine and the member states hosting them.

The Council adopted €150 million of additional macro-financial assistance to Moldova.

The EU’s successful roam like at home scheme will be extended until 2032, following the Council's approval of the European Parliament's position at the first reading.

The EU issued a declaration condemning in the strongest possible terms the reported atrocities committed by the Russian armed forces in a number of occupied Ukrainian towns, including Bucha.

Main agenda items, approximate timing, public sessions and press opportunities.

President Charles Michel presented the main topics discussed during the summit EU leaders held with Chinese Prime Minister Li Keqiang and Chinese President Xi Jinping.

Main agenda items, approximate timing, public sessions and press opportunities.

EU and China held their 23rd bilateral summit via video conference on 1 April 2022. European Council President Charles Michel and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met Chinese Prime Minister Li Keqiang in the morning and Chinese President Xi Jinping in the afternoon.

Declaration by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the alignment of certain third countries with Council Decision (CFSP) 2022/411 of 10 March 2022 amending Decision 2014/145/CFSP concerning restrictive measures in respect of actions undermining or threatening the territorial integrity, sovereignty and independence of Ukraine

Opening of the Council Press Centre in Luxembourg: modalities as from 4 April 2022

Council adopts regulation updating fishing opportunities for 2022

Weekly schedule of President Charles Michel 4–10 April 2022

The press briefings ahead of the Education, Youth, Culture and Sport Council and the Agriculture and Fisheries Council will take place on 1 April 2022 starting from 15:30. The briefing will be "off the record".

The EU issued a declaration on Cuba and the trials and sentences related to the demonstrations of 11 and 12 July 2021.

The press briefing ahead of the Economic and Financial Affairs Council meeting will take place on 1 April March 2022 at 14.00. The briefing will be "off the record".

Opening of the Council Press Centre in Luxembourg: modalities as from 4 April 2022