The President of the European Council pointed to an increasing violation of the post-war order in an increasingly multipolar world.
António Costa describes the state of international relations as "growing disorder"
Tuesday, 28 April 2026RSS
Context & Explainers
The European Council (Conselho Europeu) brings together EU heads of state or government to set the bloc’s overall political direction and priorities; it does not adopt ordinary legislation. Its president, Charles Michel, has chaired meetings since December 2019, and the Council’s political endorsement is important for major trade and investment deals, so those following EU policy should note its stance on agreements like the EU–Mercosur deal.
