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EU chemicals strategy for a more sustainable and toxic-free environment
The EU chemicals strategy for sustainability aims to better protect human health, strengthen business competitiveness, and support a toxic-free environment, as part of the European Green Deal's zero-pollution vision.
Mitigating the economic impact of the COVID-19 crisis
Overview of the EU measures to mitigate the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
From crisis to recovery - The work of the Council and the European Council in 2020
Find out about the main activities of the Council of the EU in 2020.
President Charles Michel - First year in images
Charles Michel was the President of the European Council 2019-2024. See the key moments from his first year in office.
A blueprint for the future
Strong Women Strong Europe
How the IPCR crisis response mechanism works
The integrated political crisis response (IPCR) arrangements is one the EU's crisis response mechanisms. The presidency of the Council can use it coordinate the political response to major and complex crisis, including terrorist acts.
The EU's response to Brexit
Throughout the negotiations, the priority was to ensure the UK's orderly withdrawal and to reduce uncertainties for citizens, businesses and member states.
EUROPA: the beating heart of Europe
The Europa building is at the centre of the EU's decision-making. This is where EU leaders gather to decide the issues that are essential to the Union's future.
Shaping the Europe of the future - The Council's work in 2019
Find out about the main activities of the Council of the EU in 2019.
