EU - European Council - Press releases

1. Weekly schedule of President António Costa

   Weekly schedule of President António Costa, 01 – 07 December 2025

2. Media advisory - Employment, Social Policy, Health and Consumer Affairs Council of 1 and 2 December 2025

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

3. Media advisory - Foreign Affairs Council (Defence) of 1 December 2025

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

4. EU-US trade relations: Council moves forward in implementing the tariff elements of the Joint Statement

   The Council agreed its negotiating mandate on two regulations to implement the EU-US Joint Statement, eliminating or reducing import tariffs on certain US goods.

5. Safeguarding democracy in Europe: Council shines a light on culture’s vital role

   The Council has approved conclusions stressing the need to safeguard and promote culture in all its forms and Europe’s cultural heritage as crucial factors in building and maintaining democratic resilience.