04/07/2023

The Council of Ministers declares the end of the COVID-19 health crisis and removes the obligation to wear face masks

The withdrawal of face masks will come into force upon its publication in the BOE, their use now recommended only in case of symptoms of respiratory infection and in health centres. The executive has also approved aid for electro-intensive companies, entrepreneurs and SMEs, and the strategic framework against racism.

03/07/2023

The President of the Government of Spain receives the College of Commissioners at the Royal Collections Gallery

Pedro Sánchez has met with the President of the European Commission, with whom he discussed some of the priorities of the Spanish presidency: the present and future of Ukraine, the reduction of external vulnerabilities and open strategic autonomy, the search for new allies, the green transition and competitiveness.

02/07/2023

President Sánchez receives the President of the European Council at the start of the Spanish Presidency

The President of the Government of Spain conveyed to Charles Michel his desire to turn the Spanish Presidency into a useful tool that will improve the lives of citizens.

Spanish presidency of the Council of the European Union: What does it involve and what are its priorities?

From 1 July to 31 December 2023, Spain will hold the presidency of the Council of the EU for the fifth time in its history. It is thereby responsible for organising Council meetings and representing the Council vis-à-vis other EU institutions.