Forward Look: 10 – 23 November 2025
This overview highlights key topics and events scheduled for upcoming Council of the EU meetings over the next two weeks.
Main Agenda Items
- EU finance ministers will discuss the revision of the energy taxation directive.
- The Council aims to reach political agreement on removing the customs duty relief threshold for goods entering the EU.
- The Council will prepare for the conciliation committee meeting on the EU budget held the same day, targeting an agreement with the European Parliament on the 2026 annual EU budget.
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Author’s summary: The Council of the EU will focus on energy taxation, customs duties, and finalizing the 2026 budget, while also ensuring website user experience through cookie management.