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The Council approved conclusions on green diplomacy unequivocally affirming the EU’s commitment to promote a just and inclusive green transition, and support the implementation of global commitments in this regard, in close cooperation with partner countries.

To support the green transition in Kosovo*, the European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed a €33 million investment loan for the construction one of its largest solar photovoltaic plants near Pristina - with a capacity of up to 100 MWac (120MWp). By increasing the share and capacity of solar energy in power generation, the project will contribute to energy supply security, a faster green transition and economic growth in the region. Upon completion, the plant is expected to produce around 169 GWh of electricity and displace 174 000 tonnes of CO2 a year on average.

The Council agreed on a €5 billion Ukraine Assistance Fund under the European Peace Facility to support the Ukrainian Armed Forces through the provision of both lethal and non-lethal military equipment and training.

On Tuesday, MEPs on the Committee on Foreign Affairs will discuss the future of EU enlargement with ministers, vice-ministers and secretaries of state of EU member states.Committee on Foreign Affairs Source : © European Union, 2024 - EP

The countdown is on for our 2nd edition of the Gender Equality Forum! Coalitions and conversations are coming together on 10-11 December for the future of gender equality. Bringing in a strong youth focus alongside a call to action for equality 24/7, we are building on the success of the inaugural Gender Equality Forum in 2022. In what will be a post elections Europe, we will be basing discussions around two thematic strands: Taking stock of gender equality in Europe: now and beyond 2025. Tackling gender-based violence in the EU: Persistent and emerging challenges and how can we address them?...