Who is the current President of the Council of the European Union?
Charles Michel
| President of the European Council | |
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| Flag of Europe | |
| Incumbent Charles Michel since 1 December 2019 | |
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What is the rotating presidency of the European Council?
The presidency of the Council of the European Union is responsible for the functioning of the Council of the European Union, is the co-legislator of the EU legislature alongside the European Parliament. It rotates among the member states of the EU every six months.
Does the European Council have a President?
The current President of the European Council is Charles Michel. He started his first term on 1 December 2019. On 24 March 2022, he was re-elected President for a second term of two and a half years. The role of the President is set out in article 15 of the Treaty on the European Union (TEU).
Who elects the EU Council President?
the European Parliament
The Commission President is elected for a 5-year term by the European Parliament, following the European elections. The European Council (EU heads of state or government) proposes a presidential candidate to the Parliament.
Which country currently holds presidency of the council?
France
France will hold the presidency of the Council of the European Union for the six months, from 1 January 2022 to 30 June 2022. The Czech Republic will then take up the presidency in the second half of 2022, followed by Sweden in the first half of 2023.
When did Ireland last hold the presidency of the European Council?
The Presidency of the Council of the EU rotates among the 28 Member States every six months. Ireland will hold the Presidency for the 7th time from January to June 2013. The presiding Member State advances the Union’s ongoing work agenda, and has an opportunity to shape and influence EU policy and legislation.
Which country is President of the Security Council?
Norway
Norway holds the rotating presidency of the United Nations Security Council in January. 2022. In presenting its programme the Norwegian Foreign minister Anniken Huitfeldt said Norway is ready to shoulder its responsibility and lead the Security Council in January.
Is UK in European Council?
Set up shortly after the end of the Second World War, the CoE’s core mission is to promote human rights, democracy and the rule of law across the continent. The Permanent Representation of the United Kingdom to the CoE is an active member of the organisation.
Who is the first President of Europe?
Walter Hallstein
| His Excellency Walter Hallstein | |
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| Hallstein in 1957 | |
| 1st President of the European Commission | |
| In office 7 January 1958 – 30 June 1967 | |
| First Vice-President | Sicco Mansholt |