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António Costa.
Portuguese politician, President of the European Council since 2024 (1961-)
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António Costa met Volodymyr Zelenskyy during an EU summit in Brussels.Some support1 report
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The EU accession process is moving forward with Hungary overcoming a veto to allow negotiations, while the Commission discusses Moldova's reform pace and Ukraine's bid.Well supported9 reports8 developments inside
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Ireland is steering the EU's presidency while António Costa seeks agreement on a €2 trillion budget amid chokeholds in the Strait of Hormuz.Some support2 reports
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US provided SpaceX technologies to Ukraine, while Trump criticized Zelenskyy and Costa called for continued support.Some support1 report
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EU provides support to Ukraine while Donald Trump criticizes Ukraine's strikes during a meeting in Brussels.Well supported3 reports
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De Wever, Macron, and Costa participated in budget talks aimed at overcoming divisions in EU financial planning.Some support2 reports
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A European Council summit in Brussels saw António Costa accuse Russia of hybrid operations as Russia was condemned for attacks on Ukraine infrastructure and conducted drone strikes in Bulgaria.Some support1 report
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The G7 Summit took place in Evian-les-Bains, where the political context of Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine and its expulsion from the G8 was discussed, involving figures like Barack Obama and Donald Trump.Well supported51 reports10 developments inside
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The EU has affirmed strong support for Ukraine's peace pursuit while initiating limited diplomatic contacts with Russia. António Costa is leading these discussions, alongside signals from Donald Trump regarding sanctions.Well supported5 reports
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António Costa intends to schedule a debate in Brussels regarding the priorities of Europe and the European Council.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal plans to raise an issue at the European Council involving Lithuanian President Nausėda and European Council President António Costa.Some support2 reports
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Donald Trump and António Costa discussed geopolitical issues during the G7 Summit.Well supported50 reports10 developments inside
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Zelenskyy urged António Costa to introduce additional sanctions while also asking Donald Trump to implement relevant laws.Some support1 report
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Balendra Shah and António Costa participated in discussions at the UN General Assembly on September 25, 2026.Some support1 report
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High-level talks are underway involving Kyrgyzstan, discussing cooperation with the EU and concerns over Western partners' sanctions policy.Some support2 reports
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Iranian President Pezeshkian criticized European countries for their inaction on current issues.Some support2 reports
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António Costa led the European Council, visiting Sofia and discussing EU support for Bulgaria, Moldova, and Ukraine's future.Some support3 reports
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António Costa urged Iran to restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency.Some support3 reports
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António Costa leads a European Council summit focused on global competitiveness.Well supported10 reports4 developments inside
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António Costa proposes an initiative to support UN work while noting violations by UNSC members.Well supported8 reports
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High-level leaders, including Mark Carney, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and António Costa, meet to discuss international cooperation and potential reforms to the UN structure.Some support2 reports
One to three months ago
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Moldova is pursuing accession talks to the EU, seeking membership for security guarantees while facing Russian threats and interference.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Keir Starmer, the European Commission, and António Costa are discussing the details of a potential Brexit reset deal.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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António Costa advocates for the EU's role in Arctic strategy as Russia challenges international law norms.Some support1 report
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The Portuguese legislature debated mandatory vaccination requirements while the government faced legal challenges.Some support1 report
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The European Council is discussing new EU-wide taxes and Germany's role in financing the EU budget.Some support1 report
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António Costa is touring capitals to narrow budget differences, amid potential disruptions from member state elections.Some support2 reports
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António Costa will co-chair a summit hosted by Saudi Arabia, focusing on EU-GCC trade ties.Some support2 reports
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António Costa began a tour of various EU member states, with the current leg taking place in Slovakia.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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António Costa visited Luxembourg as part of his ongoing tour of various EU member states.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump discussed issues with the European Council President alongside António Costa.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Dublin Airport is being utilized for high-level guest transport related to the EU Presidency in Ireland, involving Oireachtas members.Some support3 reports
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António Costa and Micheál Martin confirm Ceuta's status as a key external border of the EU.Some support1 report
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António Costa comments on the EU-UK relations reset, while Starmer's tenure is seen as influencing EU-Ukraine security and European cooperation.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Promoting closer UK-EU relationship and growth.Some support2 reports
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Zelenskyy, Costa, and Martin coordinated priorities for Ukraine's agenda, focusing on EU membership and pressure on Russia.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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During the NATO summit in Ankara, leaders António Costa and Friedrich Merz received pistols gifted by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.Well supported3 reports
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The European Commission President attended a dinner in Ankara, where EU officials discussed Turkey's geostrategic value.Some support1 report
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High-level EU discussions regarding enlargement, featuring proposals for Montenegro and debates over safeguards.Some support1 report
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The European Council advanced EU priorities, with António Costa speaking and the European Parliament cooperating.Well supported3 reports2 developments inside
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A ceremony was held in Dublin Castle to mark the start of Ireland's six-month EU presidency, attended by António Costa.Some support2 reports
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António Costa is serving as President of the European Council, seeking closer ties with European counterparts and gaining membership in the SAFE procurement program.Well supported9 reports
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Moldova assesses progress on EU reforms while facing pressure from Russia's attacks, with high-level talks involving Sandu and Costa.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Trump discussed international matters, including Greenland, with António Costa during G7 summit talks, and praised Dana White.Some support2 reports
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António Costa visited Azerbaijan to discuss bilateral relations, cooperation, and the peace agenda between the two parties.Some support3 reports
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The European Commission is reassessing an EU summit due to political uncertainty in the UK, with António Costa participating in the discussions.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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António Costa faced pressure regarding his ties with the Kremlin.Some support1 report
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Leaders, including Emmanuel Macron and António Costa, met on June 1st for a summit to discuss a path toward peace talks and the interests of their respective bloc.Some support1 report
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Leaders Macron and Merz led peace efforts, with António Costa representing the EU during talks guided by EU treaties.Well supported4 reports
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Diplomatic efforts are underway to establish a hotline between António Costa and the Kremlin, with calls for British involvement and a wider group.Some support2 reports
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António Costa pushes for the EU to open dialogue with Russia regarding ongoing talks.Well supported5 reports
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Executive branch discusses sanction packages, while the President of the Council engages in talks with Russia, backed by G7 pledges for military support.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Leading talks on the EU's future economic direction, facing pressure to implement new EU-wide taxes and address unfair competition from state subsidies.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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High-level political discussions involving Giorgia Meloni, Friedrich Merz, Donald Trump, and António Costa, including Trump's interest in Greenland.Some support1 report
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Leaders convene in Brussels on June 1, 2026, for talks regarding bloc issues, with António Costa serving as president of the body.Some support1 report
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Trump threatened to acquire Greenland territory and spoke with European Council President Costa.Some support1 report
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Negotiations concluded for India–EU Free Trade Agreement between PM Modi and António Costa.Well supported3 reports
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António Costa coordinates engagement with European leaders regarding the geopolitical focus on Iran and Donald Trump.Some support1 report
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Korea participated in the G7 summit, signing a Digital Trade Agreement and endorsing a High-Level Economic Dialogue.Some support1 report
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Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met with António Costa on June 17, 2026.Some support1 report
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News at the entities that move António Costa most-
European Commission OperationalEU and Egypt reject maritime borders, with discussions centered on gas-rich areas.Moves António Costa
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Donald Trump OperationalGreenwood assessed Donald Trump's traits as psychopathic, noting that Trump's actions depend on the Republican election outcome.Moves António Costa
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy OperationalRussian troops crossed into Belarus toward Kyiv while Zelenskyy spoke about Ukrainian military expansion.Moves António Costa
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Kyiv OperationalFire Point produces drone components, strikes resume in Kyiv, and Kushner/Witkoff shuttle between Moscow and Kyiv for talks.Moves António Costa
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Friedrich Merz OperationalThe Bank of Canada monitors inflation while Houthis launch attacks on Saudi energy sites, amid European political activity.Moves António Costa
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European Council StructuralMiddle East crisis impacts energy prices, prompting the European Commission and Council to monitor gas storage levels.Moves António Costa
Connections
The 40 strongest of 84, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
European Council Structural
António Costa holds the formal leadership position as President of the European Council.
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Europe Operational
António Costa serves as a key political leader, coordinating and representing the interests and policy decisions of Europe.
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European Commission Operational
Costa and the European Commission actively coordinate on major EU policy issues, including border security, de-risking, and budget proposals.
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Donald Trump Operational
Donald Trump and António Costa engaged in direct discussions regarding geopolitical issues, including Greenland, during the G7 Summit.
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Council of the European Union Operational
António Costa actively leads and presides over the Council of the European Union to define EU priorities.
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Volodymyr Zelenskyy Operational
Zelenskyy and Costa actively coordinate political priorities regarding Ukraine's path to EU accession and sanctions support.
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Kremlin Operational
António Costa is actively using his office to seek and maintain diplomatic communication channels with the Kremlin regarding EU policy and the war in Ukraine.
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Mark Carney Operational
Mark Carney and António Costa actively collaborate on international cooperation and global interdependence efforts.
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Kyiv Operational
António Costa provides political and financial support for Ukraine (Kyiv).
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Friedrich Merz Operational
The two leaders are engaged in active political competition regarding policy outcomes, specifically budget cuts versus compromise.
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Politico Operational
Politico engages in professional interviews with António Costa concerning European Union policy and political developments.
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United Nations Security Council Operational
António Costa used the platform of the UNSC to address the body regarding the security situation in Ukraine.
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Armenia Transactional
António Costa acknowledged and congratulated Armenia on a successful election outcome.
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Egypt Operational
The relationship is characterized by high-level diplomatic talks focused on regional peace and bilateral cooperation between the individual and the country.
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Korea Operational
The relationship is characterized by high-level economic coordination, including endorsed dialogues and signed trade agreements.
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Hungary Transactional
EU officials, including António Costa, are actively seeking to persuade Hungary regarding a specific policy veto.
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Finland Transactional
A high-level diplomatic meeting took place between Costa and Finland's prime minister on September 11, 2026.
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Iceland Operational
António Costa's political actions are observed to strengthen Iceland's relationship with the European Union.
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Andy Burnham Operational
Andy Burnham and António Costa are scheduled to meet at a UK-EU summit to coordinate political agendas.
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Keir Starmer Operational
The two leaders met to discuss cooperation and policy implications regarding the Brexit reset deal.
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Narendra Modi Operational
The two leaders actively coordinate on policy matters, specifically regarding the India–EU Free Trade Agreement.
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Andrej Babiš Operational
The two political figures engaged in substantive discussions regarding the future of the EU budget.
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College of Europe Structural
The relationship is based on an ongoing professional exchange where the College of Europe employs or hosts António Costa in a leadership capacity.
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Sofia Transactional
António Costa visited Sofia during a tour.
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Bart De Wever Transactional
Bart De Wever has proposed António Costa for peace talks and praised his negotiating abilities.
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Portugal Structural
António Costa served as the government leader of Portugal, facing legal challenges during his tenure.
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Hristijan Mickoski Operational
Mickoski raises issues with António Costa.
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Denmark Mentioned together
The entities are co-mentioned as leaders attending Independence Day commemorations.
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Donald Tusk Operational
Both leaders are actively involved in EU budget negotiations.
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International Criminal Court Mentioned together
Evidence suggests António Costa supported the work of the International Criminal Court.
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Abdel Fattah el-Sisi Operational
The leaders met to discuss regional relations.
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Emmanuel Macron Operational
The leaders are currently engaged in political disputes regarding their respective approaches to Russia and EU representation.
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NATO Operational
António Costa participates in discussions regarding alliance foundation and defense expectations with NATO.
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Middle East Shared context
Costa addressed the UN regarding issues and developments in the Middle East.
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Azerbaijan Transactional
The relationship is currently focused on high-level diplomatic talks regarding cooperation and peace agendas.
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David Lametti Mentioned together
The two leaders were discussed as co-present at a UN summit to discuss global cooperation.
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Balendra Shah Mentioned together
Both leaders were observed participating in United Nations General Assembly discussions.
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United Nations Shared context
António Costa engages with the UN as a leader within its global political framework.
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Poland Shared context
The entities were involved in diplomatic talks related to the Polish elections.
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Micheál Martin Operational
The relationship is characterized by mutual political trust regarding efforts to establish communication channels.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
7 events- António Costa met Volodymyr Zelenskyy during an EU summit in Brussels.
- Ireland is steering the EU's presidency while António Costa seeks agreement on a €2 trillion budget amid chokeholds in the Strait of Hormuz.
- US provided SpaceX technologies to Ukraine, while Trump criticized Zelenskyy and Costa called for continued support.
- EU provides support to Ukraine while Donald Trump criticizes Ukraine's strikes during a meeting in Brussels.
- De Wever, Macron, and Costa participated in budget talks aimed at overcoming divisions in EU financial planning.
- A European Council summit in Brussels saw António Costa accuse Russia of hybrid operations as Russia was condemned for attacks on Ukraine infrastructure and conducted drone strikes in Bulgaria.
- Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal plans to raise an issue at the European Council involving Lithuanian President Nausėda and European Council President António Costa.
September 2026
14 events- Zelenskyy urged António Costa to introduce additional sanctions while also asking Donald Trump to implement relevant laws.
- Balendra Shah and António Costa participated in discussions at the UN General Assembly on September 25, 2026.
- High-level talks are underway involving Kyrgyzstan, discussing cooperation with the EU and concerns over Western partners' sanctions policy.
- Iranian President Pezeshkian criticized European countries for their inaction on current issues.
- António Costa led the European Council, visiting Sofia and discussing EU support for Bulgaria, Moldova, and Ukraine's future.
- António Costa urged Iran to restore navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and cooperate with the International Atomic Energy Agency.
- António Costa proposes an initiative to support UN work while noting violations by UNSC members.
- High-level leaders, including Mark Carney, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, and António Costa, meet to discuss international cooperation and potential reforms to the UN structure.
- António Costa advocates for the EU's role in Arctic strategy as Russia challenges international law norms.
- The Portuguese legislature debated mandatory vaccination requirements while the government faced legal challenges.
- The European Council is discussing new EU-wide taxes and Germany's role in financing the EU budget.
- António Costa is touring capitals to narrow budget differences, amid potential disruptions from member state elections.
- António Costa will co-chair a summit hosted by Saudi Arabia, focusing on EU-GCC trade ties.
- António Costa visited Luxembourg as part of his ongoing tour of various EU member states.
August 2026
3 events- António Costa began a tour of various EU member states, with the current leg taking place in Slovakia.
- Dublin Airport is being utilized for high-level guest transport related to the EU Presidency in Ireland, involving Oireachtas members.
- António Costa and Micheál Martin confirm Ceuta's status as a key external border of the EU.
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July 2026
7 events- António Costa intends to schedule a debate in Brussels regarding the priorities of Europe and the European Council.
- Promoting closer UK-EU relationship and growth.
- Zelenskyy, Costa, and Martin coordinated priorities for Ukraine's agenda, focusing on EU membership and pressure on Russia.
- During the NATO summit in Ankara, leaders António Costa and Friedrich Merz received pistols gifted by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
- The European Commission President attended a dinner in Ankara, where EU officials discussed Turkey's geostrategic value.
- High-level EU discussions regarding enlargement, featuring proposals for Montenegro and debates over safeguards.
- A ceremony was held in Dublin Castle to mark the start of Ireland's six-month EU presidency, attended by António Costa.
June 2026
29 events- The EU accession process is moving forward with Hungary overcoming a veto to allow negotiations, while the Commission discusses Moldova's reform pace and Ukraine's bid.
- The G7 Summit took place in Evian-les-Bains, where the political context of Russia's ongoing war in Ukraine and its expulsion from the G8 was discussed, involving figures like Barack Obama and Donald Trump.
- The EU has affirmed strong support for Ukraine's peace pursuit while initiating limited diplomatic contacts with Russia. António Costa is leading these discussions, alongside signals from Donald Trump regarding sanctions.
- Donald Trump and António Costa discussed geopolitical issues during the G7 Summit.
- António Costa leads a European Council summit focused on global competitiveness.
- Moldova is pursuing accession talks to the EU, seeking membership for security guarantees while facing Russian threats and interference.
- Keir Starmer, the European Commission, and António Costa are discussing the details of a potential Brexit reset deal.
- Donald Trump discussed issues with the European Council President alongside António Costa.
- António Costa comments on the EU-UK relations reset, while Starmer's tenure is seen as influencing EU-Ukraine security and European cooperation.
- The European Council advanced EU priorities, with António Costa speaking and the European Parliament cooperating.
- António Costa is serving as President of the European Council, seeking closer ties with European counterparts and gaining membership in the SAFE procurement program.
- Moldova assesses progress on EU reforms while facing pressure from Russia's attacks, with high-level talks involving Sandu and Costa.
- Trump discussed international matters, including Greenland, with António Costa during G7 summit talks, and praised Dana White.
- António Costa visited Azerbaijan to discuss bilateral relations, cooperation, and the peace agenda between the two parties.
- The European Commission is reassessing an EU summit due to political uncertainty in the UK, with António Costa participating in the discussions.
- António Costa faced pressure regarding his ties with the Kremlin.
- Leaders, including Emmanuel Macron and António Costa, met on June 1st for a summit to discuss a path toward peace talks and the interests of their respective bloc.
- Leaders Macron and Merz led peace efforts, with António Costa representing the EU during talks guided by EU treaties.
- Diplomatic efforts are underway to establish a hotline between António Costa and the Kremlin, with calls for British involvement and a wider group.
- António Costa pushes for the EU to open dialogue with Russia regarding ongoing talks.
- Executive branch discusses sanction packages, while the President of the Council engages in talks with Russia, backed by G7 pledges for military support.
- Leading talks on the EU's future economic direction, facing pressure to implement new EU-wide taxes and address unfair competition from state subsidies.
- High-level political discussions involving Giorgia Meloni, Friedrich Merz, Donald Trump, and António Costa, including Trump's interest in Greenland.
- Leaders convene in Brussels on June 1, 2026, for talks regarding bloc issues, with António Costa serving as president of the body.
- Trump threatened to acquire Greenland territory and spoke with European Council President Costa.
- Negotiations concluded for India–EU Free Trade Agreement between PM Modi and António Costa.
- António Costa coordinates engagement with European leaders regarding the geopolitical focus on Iran and Donald Trump.
- Korea participated in the G7 summit, signing a Digital Trade Agreement and endorsing a High-Level Economic Dialogue.
- Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met with António Costa on June 17, 2026.