This evening the attendees will be focussing on the latest developments in Ukraine and discussing the next steps to be taken by the EU, including further sanctions, giving Ukraine a clear indication of its accession prospects, supporting the country and its refugees and raising defence capabilities.
Tomorrow, 11 March, the heads of state and government will be debating how to strengthen the EU’s economy by reducing the union’s raw materials and energy dependency and diversifying its supply chains. The attendees will also be discussing the opportunities offered by the green and digital transitions in creating a new model for growth.