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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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http://www.consilium.europa.eu
External link for Council of the European Union
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- Government Administration
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Brussels
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- Government Agency
- Specialties
- European Union
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Brussels, B-1048, BE
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Updates
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The Council has adopted new rules to improve withholding tax procedures. These rules aim to create safer and faster processes for obtaining double taxation relief, encourage cross-border investment and help fight tax fraud. Find out more ➡ https://europa.eu/!48DKPx
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The agriculture ministers of the 27 EU countries have set out what they think farming in the EU should look like in the future. Take a look at the main elements of the Council conclusions approved this week 👉 europa.eu/!PTKbqq #AGRIFISH #CAP
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The EU is committed to protecting citizens from second-hand smoke and aerosols, including in the workplace. The EU Council is encouraging member states to implement smoke-free policies in public spaces, on transport, and in workplaces. The recommendation also includes extending these measures to products like e-cigarettes and heated tobacco. 🚭 Creating smoke-free environments in the workplace helps ensure a healthier and safer space for all employees. 👉 Find out more about smoke free environments in the EU and the health impacts of second-hand smoke: https://europa.eu/!VnNQCC #WorkplaceHealth #PublicHealth #SmokeFree #tobaccofree #aerosolfree
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Celebrating 50 years of the European Council! 🎉 In this interactive story, discover its beginnings, see how it grew and how it has steered the EU’s political direction for more than half a century. Find out more ➡️ https://europa.eu/!6bxJP3 #EUHistory #EUCO
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🇪🇺 🇵🇱 Poland will hold the Council presidency from January until the end of June 2025! The presidency website was launched today, unveiling Poland's programme and priorities. Visit 👉 http://poland25.eu #poland25eu
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