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About Council of the European Union
The Council is the main decision-making body of the European Union; it is composed of the ministers of the Member States. — The Council of the European Union passes laws (usually legislating jointly with the European Parliament). — The Council coordinates the broad economic policies of the Member States. — The Council defines and implements the EU’s common foreign and security policy, based on guidelines set by the European Council. — The Council concludes, on behalf of the Community and the Union, international agreements between the EU and one or more states or international organisations. — The Council coordinates the actions of Member States and adopts measures in the area of police and judicial co-operation in criminal matters. — The Council and the European Parliament constitute the budgetary authority that adopts the Community’s budget. The presidency of the Council is held for six months by each Member State on a rotational basis.
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Signals from Council of the European Union
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Research & Knowledge
Council of the European Union published a public survey of 10 shortlisted euro banknote designs selected from over 1,200 entries by graphic designers across Europe.
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People
Council of the European Union is applying for traineeship places for persons with disabilities by 15 September.
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Presence & Recognition
Council of the European Union President António Costa attended meetings in Luxembourg, Zagreb, Budapest, Bucharest, Sofia, Athens, Nicosia, and Ljubljana.
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Legal & Regulatory
Council of the European Union gave its final green light to a landmark reform of the EU customs framework introducing a new EU customs authority, a single EU customs data hub, enhanced simplifications for trusted traders, and new measures to address the rise of e-commerce.
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Legal & Regulatory
Council of the European Union has agreed its position on temporary trade liberalisation measures that would suspend import duties on around 80% of Armenian exports to the EU for two years.
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Presence & Recognition
Council of the European Union member states take turns holding the presidency of the Council of the EU every six months, with Ireland leading the Council's work until 31 December 2026.
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