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Commission proposes one-off extension of the current rules of origin for electric vehicles

The European Commission has today proposed to the Council a specific one-off extension – until 31 December 2026.

Council addresses situation of people suffering from both drug use and other mental disorders

The Council approved conclusions on people having drug use disorders that co-occur with other mental health disorders.

Council stresses need to improve support and recognition

The Council approved conclusions on improving support and recognition of victims of terrorism.

Council adopts position for faster deployment of high-speed networks in the EU

To accelerate the deployment of gigabit network infrastructure across Europe, the Council adopted its common position (general approach) on…

Council adopts decisions for a modernised association agreement

The Council adopted two decisions to sign the Advanced Framework Agreement (AFA) and the interim Trade Agreement (iTA) with Chile, which…

Council adopts its position on the accounting of greenhouse gas emissions of transport services

To support Europe’s shift towards greener transport and achieve the EU’s objectives towards climate neutrality, the Council adopted its…

EU Global Human Rights Sanctions Regime: restrictive measures prolonged

The Council prolonged the EU Global Human Rights Sanctions Regime – targeting individuals and entities responsible for serious human rights…

Council adopts positions to support clean and modern shipping in the EU

The Council has adopted a set of positions (general approaches) on four Commission proposals in the ‘maritime safety’ legislative package,…

Council reaches position on the transfer of proceedings between member states

The Council agreed its negotiating position (general approach) on a proposed EU law related to the transfer of proceedings in criminal…

United Kingdom joins Horizon Europe programme

As of 1 January 2024, the United Kingdom becomes an associated country to Horizon Europe.