Extraordinary European Council, 17-21/07/2020

21/7/2020

Between 17 and 21 July 2020, Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, and the EU Heads of State and Government met in Brussels for an Extraordinary European Council, hosted by Charles Michel, President of the European Council. After intensive negotiations, EU leaders agreed on a recovery package and the 2021-2027 budget that will help the EU rebuild after the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and support investments in green and digital transitions. Due to the coronavirus outbreak, participants had to wear face masks.

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