Arriving at the European Council meeting, António Costa reinforces that the world is going through a challenging time. Furthermore, António José Seguro continues to meet with parties that have parliamentary seats.
9am. António Costa does not want to depend on foreign energy
Thursday, 19 March 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.
Sustainability (sustentabilidade) means meeting present needs without reducing the ability of future generations to meet theirs, covering environmental, economic and social dimensions. For residents it affects local planning, jobs and services—look for municipal or company targets, timelines and measurable actions when assessing how sustainable a place or employer is.
