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The new EU 'right to repair' rules take effect today. These include: 🔧 a right for consumers to claim the cost of repairs to producers 📄 a European repair information form 🖱 an online repair platform that connects consumers with repairers See →

🎂 Happy birthday to the European flag! 🇪🇺 🗓️ In 1985, it became the EU’s emblem, but did you know it was first adopted 70 years ago today by the Council of Europe? Learn more about the EU flag facts and figures ➡️

📃Today the Council gave the final greenlight to a regulation to phase out Russian pipeline and liquefied natural gas imports into the EU. Read more about the EU's efforts to end its reliance on Russian energy ➡️

27 countries. One union. One flag. 🇪🇺 Adopted 41 years ago today by the European Council, the EU flag became the official emblem of what was then the European Communities, and is now the European Union. 💙⭐ 🔗 Learn more:

The first-ever #EUArmenia summit will take place on 4 and 5 May in Yerevan, Armenia. It will be a key opportunity to further strengthen bilateral relations, in particular connectivity, energy, transport and digital cooperation. Read the agenda →

EU and UK leaders are meeting in London on Monday 19 May. The summit will be an opportunity to demonstrate a common stance in working together for peace and security in Europe and to establish a new strategic partnership. #EUUKsummit

27 countries. One Union. One flag. 🇪🇺 Adopted 40 years ago today by the European Council, the EU flag became the official emblem of what was then the European Communities, and is now the European Union. 💙⭐ 🔗 Learn more here:

The second #EUMoldova summit will take place tomorrow in Brussels. The summit, which comes one week after the opening of the first cluster for accession negotiations, will be key to highlighting the strategic importance of 🇲🇩's future within the 🇪🇺. →

A key milestone in Ukraine's EU accession journey 🇺🇦🇪🇺 Today, negotiations on Cluster 1 (Fundamentals) were opened. A successful enlargement process benefits both Ukraine and the EU, helping build a stronger, more secure and more influential Europe. ➡️

A major step as Moldova moves closer to the EU 🇲🇩🇪🇺 Today, negotiations on Cluster 1 (Fundamentals) were opened. A successful enlargement process benefits both Moldova and the EU, helping build a stronger, more secure and more influential Europe. ➡️

3 May is #WorldPressFreedomDay 129 journalists killed in 2025. Silenced for telling the truth. A free press protects democracy. No one should have to die for it. 🔗

This year we celebrated 50 years since the first European Council meeting took place! Discover its beginnings, see how it grew and how it has steered the EU’s political direction for more than half a century. 🔗 More in this interactive story:

Leaders from the EU and China meet tomorrow in Beijing, for the 25th 🇪🇺-🇨🇳 summit. The summit is an opportunity to underline the importance the EU attaches to a fair and balanced relationship with China. Read the agenda ➡️

Happy national day to all Spanish people! 🇪🇸 &amp; 🇪🇺 In 2025, we celebrate the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Accession of Spain to what was then the European Economic Community. For info about the Council in Spanish →

Congratulations to Kyriakos Kyriakos Pierrakakis on his election as #Eurogroup President! Euro area ministers have elected him for a 2.5-year term. Wondering how the election works? Find out here➡️

Happy national day to all Polish people! 🇵🇱 &amp; 🇪🇺 The second campus of the College of Europe, the oldest postgraduate institute of European studies, was established in 1992 in Natolin, Warsaw. For info about the Council in Polish, check out →

Happy national day to all Austrians! 🇦🇹 &amp; 🇪🇺 In 2025, Austria is celebrating 30 years of EU membership! The European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights EU Fundamental Rights ➡️ #HumanRights is located in Vienna. For info about the Council in German →

Happy national day to all German people! 🇩🇪 &amp; 🇪🇺: The new authority for anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AMLA) started operations in Frankfurt early this year. For info about the Council in German, check out →

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The next 🇪🇺 🇰🇷 summit will take place on Wednesday. The leaders will discuss how to further deepen bilateral cooperation in key areas: ▪️trade ▪️defence and security ▪️digital technologies ▪️energy They will also discuss geopolitical developments. →

👋 Welcome 🇩🇰 Denmark @eu2025dk, which has just taken over the Council presidency. It's going to be an exciting six months! #eu2025dk

What exactly is a digital euro? Our latest explainer video breaks down what the digital euro is, how it would work and why Europe needs it. Watch now ⬇️ More 🔗

🇮🇪 🇪🇺 A new chapter starts today as Ireland takes over the Council presidency. We look forward to the next six months! 🔔 More about the presidency programme and priorities: Irish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2026 #Ireland2026EU

👋 Welcome to Cyprus, which has just taken over the Council presidency. A new chapter starts today and we look forward to the next six months. 🇨🇾 Stay tuned! @CY2026EU #CY2026EU

European Council and Council of the European Union – what's the difference? 🤔 Check out this feature story to learn more 🔗

👋 Welcome 🇵🇱 Poland @POLAND25EU, which has just taken over the Council presidency. It's going to be an exciting six months! #Poland25eu

📃Today the Council gave the final greenlight to a regulation to phase out Russian pipeline and liquefied natural gas imports into the EU. Read more about the EU's efforts to end its reliance on Russian energy ➡️

The #EUIndia summit takes place tomorrow. Together, the EU 🇪🇺 and India 🇮🇳 represent almost one fifth of global trade. In 2024, EU-India trade in goods exceeded €120 billion. More facts and figures ➡️

The Council has authorised the signing of the EU-Mercosur partnership and trade agreements. In 2024, EU-Mercosur trade was worth over €111 billion. More facts and figures👇

The Council has just adopted its position on the #DigitalEuro initiative. The final text will now be negotiated with the European Parliament. But what exactly is the digital euro, and how could it benefit us? Learn more ➡️

#DigitalEuro update: the Council is discussing progress, and a final Council position is expected shortly. Paving the way for negotiations with the European Parliament towards a European digital form of public money. Learn more ➡️

President Costa is in New Delhi for the 16th #EUIndia summit taking place on Tuesday. The summit will be an opportunity to build on the EU-India strategic partnership and further strengthen collaboration across key policy areas. Read the agenda →

🇭🇷👏 From today Croatia joins the euro area and the border-free Schengen area. Congratulations Croatia! Čestitke Hrvatskoj! #schengen #euro

The euro is more than just a currency. It brings tangible benefits to millions of people in the EU. From 2026, Bulgarians 🇧🇬 will benefit too! Discover how 👇 #EuroinBulgaria #EvrotoBG

What is the role of the President of the European Council? As António Costa Antonio Costa is about to mark his first year in office, watch our YouTube video to find out what being #EUCO President means. 👇

The eight summit between the EU and Mexico will take place on 22 May in Mexico City. 🇪🇺-🇲🇽 Leaders will discuss: 📈 EU-Mexico trade relations 🤝 further cooperation on joint priorities 🌎 geopolitical challenges More info➡️ #EUMexico

After six busy and exciting months, it's time to say goodbye to the Polish presidency of the Council @Poland25eu Thank you for all your work! 🙏 On 1 July, we say 👋 hej (hello) to Denmark. Stay tuned! #Poland25eu ➡️ #eu2025dk

Happy national day to all Spanish people! 🇪🇸 & 🇪🇺 In 2025, we celebrate the 40th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Accession of Spain to what was then the European Economic Community. For info about the Council in Spanish →

Happy national day to all Polish people! 🇵🇱 & 🇪🇺 The second campus of the College of Europe, the oldest postgraduate institute of European studies, was established in 1992 in Natolin, Warsaw. For info about the Council in Polish, check out →

Happy national day to all Austrians! 🇦🇹 & 🇪🇺 In 2025, Austria is celebrating 30 years of EU membership! The European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights EU Fundamental Rights ➡️ #HumanRights is located in Vienna. For info about the Council in German →

Happy national day to all German people! 🇩🇪 & 🇪🇺: The new authority for anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism (AMLA) started operations in Frankfurt early this year. For info about the Council in German, check out →