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The European Council is the Institution of the European Union (EU) that comprises the heads of state or government of the member states, along with the council's own president and the president of the Commission. The High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy also takes part in its meetings. Established as an informal summit in 1975, the council was formalised as an Institution in 2009 upon the entry into force of the Treaty of Lisbon. The current president of the European Council is Donald Tusk.
While the European Council has no formal legislative power, it is a strategic (and crisis-solving) body that provides the union with general political directions and priorities, and acts as a collective presidency. The European Commission remains the sole initiator of legislation, but the European Council is able to provide an impetus to guide legislative policy.
The meetings of the European Council, still commonly referred to as EU summits, are chaired by its president and take place at least twice every six months; usually in the Justus Lipsius building, the headquarters of the Council of the European Union in Brussels. Decisions of the European Council are taken by consensus, except where the Treaties provide otherwise.
This video illustrates the decision making process of the Council of the European Union.
European Union heads of state and government will arrive at the European Council summit held in Brussels on Thursday, October 20. EU leaders will discuss three major issues at the meeting: migration, trade and Russia, including its role in Syria. Video on Demand: http://www.ruptly.tv Contact: cd@ruptly.tv Twitter: http://twitter.com/Ruptly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Ruptly
Under the Treaty of Lisbon, the President of the European Council is a stable and full-time function. This animation explains his duties.
President of the European Parliament Martin Schulz, President of the European Council Donald Tusk and President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker are due to hold a European Council emergency meeting to discuss Britain's Brexit, in Brussels on June 28. The leaders are expected to discuss the consequences of Brexit for the EU; how remaining EU members should regroup following the news; and the potential penalties for the UK following the vote, reportedly being discussed to discourage others members from leaving the union. Video on Demand: http://www.ruptly.tv Contact: cd@ruptly.tv Twitter: http://twitter.com/Ruptly Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Ruptly
The European Council discussed the outcome of the UK referendum held on 23 June 2016. British Prime Minister Cameron explained the situation in the UK after the vote, followed by an exchange of views. The meeting was chaired by President Donald Tusk.
The Council of Europe advocates freedom of expression and of the media, freedom of assembly, equality, and the protection of minorities. It has launched campaigns on issues such as child protection, online hate speech, and the rights of the Roma, Europe's largest minority. The Council of Europe helps member states fight corruption and terrorism and undertake necessary judicial reforms. Its group of constitutional experts, known as the Venice Commission, offers legal advice to countries throughout the world. The Council of Europe promotes human rights through international conventions, such as the Convention on Preventing and Combating Violence against Women and Domestic Violence and the Convention on Cybercrime. It monitors member states' progress in these areas and makes recommendations ...
President of the European Parliament Martin Schulz, President of the European Council Donald Tusk and President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker are due to hold a European Council emergency meeting to discuss Britain's Brexit, in Brussels on June 28. The leaders are expected to discuss the consequences of Brexit for the EU; how remaining EU members should regroup following the news; and the potential penalties for the UK following the vote, reportedly being discussed to discourage others members from leaving the union. Schedule: 11:10 GMT - Donald Tusk doorstep 12:00 GMT - European Council arrivals 15:15 GMT - Statement by Martin Schulz TBC GMT - Statement by Jean-Claude Juncker TBC TMT - Departures. Video on Demand: http://www.ruptly.tv Contact: cd@ruptly.tv Twitter: htt...
Donald Tusk, President of the European Council, presents the conclusions of the European Council meeting in Brussels (Day1). Discussions included migration, the EU's long-term relations with Russia and Syria.
Credit Transfer on European Council programs
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