This is the second time that Poland holds the Presidency of the Council, according to information on the website of the Council of the EU.
The powers of the Presidency of the Council of the EU are taken over by another EU member state every six months. During these six months, the Presidency chairs the meetings of the EU Council at all levels, helping to ensure the continuity of the bloc’s work in the EU Council.
Poland takes over the presidency from Hungary, which drew criticism for using the status for its own interests.
Poland has stated that its goal is to strengthen European security. “We want to focus on seven aspects of security – external and internal security, as well as information, economy, energy, health care sector and food security,” said Poland.
Poland will hold the presidency of the EU Council until June 30, after which Denmark will take over these duties.
Source: www.diena.lv
