European Parliament leaders hold talks in Dublin ahead of Irish presidency
President Metsola and political group leaders met in Dublin to discuss legislative priorities and cooperation ahead of Ireland assuming the Council presidency on 1 July.
By Europa Express24 Jun 2026 · 18:30 CETUpdated 24 Jun 2026 · 18:30 CET
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President Roberta Metsola and leaders of the European Parliament's political groups travelled to Dublin for a series of discussions. The meeting aimed to establish a framework for cooperation and to outline key priorities as Ireland prepares to take over the Council presidency starting on 1 July 2026.
According to a statement from the European Parliament, the visit served to coordinate the parliamentary agenda with the upcoming Irish presidency. The discussions focused on ensuring a collaborative approach between the institutions during the transition period.