The EU issued a statement on the occasion of World Press Freedom Day honouring the work and courage of journalists and media workers, who bravely exercise their freedom of expression every day, often ...

The Council decided to extend the mandate of the EU Advisory Mission in support of Security Sector Reform in Iraq until 30 ...

The Council has today given its final approval to the directive on time limits for the adoption of sustainability reporting ...

The Council adopted the reform of the EU’s economic governance framework. The main objective of the reform is to ensure sound ...

The Council adopted today the decision on the conclusion of a protocol to include provisions on cross-border data flows in ...

World Book Day is fast approaching, on 23 April. During the current Belgian presidency of the Council of the EU, the Council ...

With the Belgian Presidency in full flow, 23 April is approaching and with it, World Book Day! Join us in celebrating the ...

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How does the EU adopt sanctions? How does the EU review sanctions? Who implements sanctions? Can sanctions be challenged?

Sanctions seek to bring about a change in the policy or conduct of those targeted, with a view to promoting the objectives of  EU's Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP).

The General Secretariat of the Council is launching a call for tenders to provide training for its staff, in French and in English, in first aid in the workplace (basic and refresher training).