January 1 - June 30, 2024
On January 1st, 2024, Belgium took over the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. From January 1st to June 30,2024, Belgium assumes the rotating presidency for the thirteenth time, at a moment when the European Union stands at a crossroads, dealing with the consequences of the Russian illegal aggression in Ukraine, the pandemic, the energy crisis, disinformation, extreme climate events, and a renewed conflict in the Middle East. It will focus on six thematic areas, and will provide particular attention to maintaining our unwavering support to Ukraine.
The six priorities of the Belgium Presidency:
- Defending rule of law, democracy, and unity
- Strengthening our competitiveness
- Pursuing a green and just transition
- Reinforcing our social and health agenda
- Protecting people and borders
- Promoting a global Europe
Program
The Belgian presidency programme sets out the priorities and main directions of the Belgian presidency of the Council of the EU. The Belgian term takes place from the 1st of January to the 30th of June 2024.
The Belgian presidency will work towards better protecting European citizens, strengthening cooperation, and preparing shared future. It will focus on six thematic areas, and will provide particular attention to maintaining our unwavering support to Ukraine.
As the current institutional cycle concludes, the presidency will support a seamless transition to the next one. It will support the adoption of the Strategic Agenda 2024-2029 and prepare discussions on the future of the European Union.
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Trio Programm
From 1 January to 30 June 2024, Belgium will assume the presidency of the Council of the European Union. Belgium will succeed Spain in this. From July 2024, the baton will (literally) be passed to Hungary. Together, these three countries form the presidency trio, with a common programme.
The trio of presidencies - Spain, Belgium and Hungary - will work together to find common solutions to the challenges and tasks ahead. The Russian war of aggression against Ukraine combined with increasing global uncertainty require the European Union to enhance its resilience and strategic autonomy.
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