Review of Austrian presidency and debate on Romanian priorities on Tuesday
MEPs will discuss priorities of the incoming Romanian Council presidency with Prime Minister Dăncilă at 15:00, following a morning debate with Austrian Chancellor Kurz.
In a debate with the Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz at 10.30, Parliament and EU Commission President Jean-Claude Juncker will assess the Council presidency’s achievements over the past six months and discuss progress made on long-term budget negotiations.
Prime Minister Viorica Dăncilă will present the priorities of the incoming Romanian presidency at 15.00, focussed on cohesion and common values, safety and strengthening Europe as a global player.
A press conference by EP President Antonio Tajani and Prime Minister Dăncilă is scheduled at 17.00.
European Elections will be held 23-26 May, one month before Romania hands over the rotating Council presidency to Finland.
Council and Commission statements (without resolution)
Debate: Tuesday, 15 January
Press conference: Tuesday, 15 January, 17.00 with Parliament President Antonio Tajani and Prime Minister Viorica Dăncilă of Romania