Explainers

EU legislation provides a common framework to ensure that excise duties are applied consistently across the Union. Member states introduce and collect excise duties individually. 

Documents and timelines relating to the European Semester since 2014.

The EU concludes security and defence partnerships with like-minded non-EU countries to promote peace and security across the world.

The savings and investments union aims to connect savings and investments in the EU to create financial opportunities for citizens and businesses.

The EU and Australia have a longstanding cooperation and are top trading partners.

The single market ensures the free movement of goods, services, capital and people.  
It facilitates everyday life, stimulates growth and boosts innovation.

The EU is committed to an open, fair and rules-based multilateral trading system with a modernised WTO at its core.

In an era of growing instability, the EU is acting with determination to strengthen its competitiveness, ensuring prosperity and security for its citizens.

The EU Counter-Terrorism Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing the implementation of the European Union’s counter-terrorism policies and strategies.

The EU-Africa partnership focuses on solidarity, security, peace and sustainable and sustained economic development and prosperity.