European Parliament President Roberta Metsola will represent the European Parliament at the summit, address the heads of state or government at 15.00 and hold a press conference after her speech.

When: Press conference at around 15.30 on 23 March

Where: European Council press room and via EbS.

EU leaders will meet to discuss Russia’s war against Ukraine and the EU’s continued support for the country, competitiveness, the single market, how to boost the EU’s economy, trade, migration and energy-related issues.

Additional information can be found on the European Parliament’s website.

Plenary debate ahead of the European Council meeting

In a debate with Presidents Michel and von der Leyen on 15 March, MEPs reviewed the outcomes of the 9 February EU summit and outlined their expectations for the 23-24 March European Council.

They highlighted the urgent need for the EU to improve its competitiveness and urged for action to ensure fair conditions for EU manufacturers, in…