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We hope you enjoyed your summer vacation or staycation depending on how COVID-19 affected your plans.

In Brussels, the summer was hot not only in terms of the weather. In July, it took European leaders four days and nights to find common ground on the next EU long-term budget. In this edition, we decipher the figures for you and unveil how the EU budget machinery works.

Autumn has started with a focus on the Mediterranean. In the last two days, the President of the European Council Charles Michel has visited Greece, Cyprus and Malta, ahead of the special European Council meeting to be held next week.

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Focus on the budget
New EU long-term budget – what does it mean for you?

The future EU budget and the recovery fund are the main European tools to rebuild our economy impacted by COVID-19. We’ve scanned the budget tables for figures that could be important for you.

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Let’s talk about money: how does the EU budget work?

Broadband internet, eco-products and student exchanges may all be partially or totally funded by the EU. But where does the money come from? Read on to understand what the EU long-term budget is and how it is decided.

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Council and You
Get on the move with the European Week of Sport

The COVID-19 lockdown made physical activity challenging with gyms, pitches and parks closed for weeks. The upcoming European Week of Sport is an excellent opportunity to renew our acquaintance with a more active lifestyle.

 
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A look behind the scenes
Thinking of a career in Brussels? Join us as a trainee!

Do you want to become the next trainee at the General Secretariat of the Council? Time is running out! Applications for the spring 2021 session close on 28 September 2020 at 12.00 midday Brussels time.

 
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