BRUSSELS – In its conclusions adopted following yesterday’s meeting, the European Council, which is composed of heads of state and government of the EU, endorsed the conclusions on enlargement approved by the General Affairs Council on 17 December. “Recalling its previous conclusions and the Granada Declaration of 6 October 2023, and in line with its Strategic Agenda, the European Council stresses the continued importance of enlargement as a geostrategic investment in peace, security, stability and prosperity. Building on the new dynamism in the enlargement process, and in line with the merit-based approach, both the Union and aspiring members have a responsibility to make the most of this opportunity”, European Council conclusions read. Heads of state and government also adopted conclusions on the situation in Ukraine, the Middle East, resilience and crisis prevention, migration and other issues.
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