EU leaders discuss the implications of “Brexit”
“Leaders are absolutely determined to remain united and work closely together as 27,” said President Tusk at the press conference after the meeting.
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Shared Vision, Common Action: A Stronger Europe
Mogherini: “In challenging times, a strong Union is one that thinks strategically, shares a vision and acts together. This is even more true after the British referendum. We will indeed have to rethink the way our Union works, but we perfectly know what to work for.”
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MEPs call for swift Brexit to end uncertainty
The UK must respect the wish of a majority of its citizens, entirely, fully and as soon as possible, by officially withdrawing from the EU before any new relationship arrangements can be made, says the European Parliament in a resolution voted after an extraordinary plenary debate.
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European Council president Tusk summons EU leaders
Tusk: “I have no doubt that due to the negative outcome of the UK referendum we will mostly need to devote our European Council to a discussion on its political consequences…”
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EU leaders: The Union of 27 Member States will continue
EU leaders: “This is an unprecedented situation but we are united in our response. We will stand strong and uphold the EU’s core values of promoting peace and the well-being of its peoples. The Union of 27 Member States will continue.”
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Deficits below 3% of GDP for Cyprus, Ireland and Slovenia
The European Council on Friday closed excessive deficit procedures for Cyprus, Ireland and Slovenia, confirming that they have reduced their deficits below the EU’s 3% of GDP reference value.
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ESM Board of Directors approves €7.5 billion disbursement to Greece
The country will use the €7.5 billion to meet debt servicing obligations and to help clear domestic arrears.
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Dijsselbloem concerned about flexible application of Stability and Growth Pact rules
Dutch finance minister and ECOFIN Chair Jeroen Dijsselbloem worries that the way in which the EU Commission applies Stability and Growth Pact rules may not be entirely objective, he told Economic and Monetary Affairs Committee MEPs.
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EU: World’s biggest single market
Europe’s business leaders gathered in Amsterdam with a clear agenda: how to get more from the European Union’s Single Market.
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Inhabitants of EU capital cities: how satisfied with the air quality and noise levels?
“Generally speaking, please tell me if you are very satisfied, rather satisfied, rather unsatisfied or not at all satisfied with the quality of the air and the noise level in your city?” inhabitants of 83 European cities were asked in 2015.
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