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EU launches civilian mission to strengthen the resilience of the security sector in the areas of cri

The Council is launching the EU Partnership Mission in the Republic of Moldova (EUPM Moldova) under the Common Security and Defence Policy …

Council agrees its position on the instant payments proposal

The Council agreed its position on the instant payments proposal which aims to improve the availability of instant payment options in euro…

EU strengthens its civilian missions to better respond to crises around the world

The Council and its member states have agreed on a new Civilian CSDP Compact, a key deliverable from the Strategic Compass approved in…

Council conclusions on addressing the humanitarian funding gap

The Council approved conclusions underlining the urgent need to address the increasing gap between humanitarian needs and resources.

New rules for machinery: Council gives its final approval

The Council has adopted the new regulation on machinery.

Council confirms 6 to 9 June 2024 as dates for next European Parliament elections

The Council confirmed that the next elections to the European Parliament will take place from 6 to 9 June 2024.

UN Member States commit to accelerate resilience building in face of spiralling disasters

Representatives from UN Member States meeting in New York this week have agreed on greater political commitment to resilience building.

Council adopts rules which will make crypto-asset transfers traceable

The EU is making it more difficult for criminals to circumvent anti-money laundering rules via crypto currencies.

Council puts the spotlight on crypto-assets and the wealthiest individuals

The Council has reached agreement on its position (general approach) regarding amendments to the directive on administrative cooperation in…

Council adopts new rules to cut deforestation worldwide

Council gave the final go-ahead to a regulation that aims to minimise the risk of deforestation and forest degradation associated with…