On World Press Freedom Day, the EU issued a statement emphasizing the significant risks faced by the media in 2025 and reaffirming its resolute commitment to supporting and defending independent ...

The Council adopted two assistance measures worth €60 million under the European Peace Facility that will benefit the ...

Recalling the European Council conclusions on European defence of 6 March 2025, all Member States are committed to the build-up of necessary defence capabilities in the European Union.

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President António Costa met with the Prime Minister of Bulgaria, Rossen Jeliazkov in Sofia. During a press conference following their meeting, President Costa outlined the programme for his official ...

On Europe Day, 9 May, the EU celebrates its achievements of unity and long-term peace, commemorating the signing of the Schuman Declaration in 1950. Citizens will have the opportunity to visit the EU ...

The Council adopted a third bilateral assistance measure worth €15 million under the EPF to strengthen the operational ...

European Council President António Costa met with the President of Bulgaria, Rumen Radev in Sofia. In his opening remarks, he highlighted the key role Bulgaria plays within the EU and praised the ...

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In the context of his visit to Bulgaria, European Council President António Costa visited the Trakia University in Stara Zagora. Addressing the press, he highlighted the importance of strengthening ...