Conseil européen

The Conseil européen, or European Council, is a key institution of the European Union composed of the heads of state or government of member countries, along with its President and the European Commission President. It sets the EU’s overall political direction, prioritizing issues and making high-level policy decisions. While it doesn't draft laws, it influences the EU’s agenda, handles major strategic questions, and addresses crises. The Council meets periodically to align member countries' policies and ensure the EU's long-term stability and growth. Its decisions shape the broader political and economic landscape within the Union.