EU - European Council - Press releases

1. EU customs: Council and Parliament agree on landmark reform

   The Council and the Parliament agreed to overhaul the EU customs framework, giving the Union a more modern toolbox to deal with overarching trends.

2. First ever EU-Armenia summit to take place on 4 and 5 May 2026

   The President of the European Council, António Costa, together with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, will represent the EU at the EU-Armenia summit taking place in Yerevan on 4 and 5 May 2026. Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan will represent Armenia.

3. Council conclusions at the start of the 14th Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization

   The Council adopted a set of conclusions at the start of the 14th WTO ministerial conference, outlining the EU's expectations and position for the conference, including on WTO reform.

4. Media advisory – Eurogroup meeting of 27 March 2026

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

5. Nigeria-EU 8th ministerial dialogue – Joint communiqué

   The EU and Nigeria issued a joint communiqué following the 8th EU-Nigeria ministerial meeting on Monday 23 March 2026 in Abuja, Nigeria.