The Road Ahead for Ireland's Presidency of the Council of the European Union: Insights on the EU's Future Direction

In this episode of the EU Policy Pulse podcast, we turn our focus to Ireland’s upcoming presidency of the Council of the European Union, set to begin on 1 July 2026. With a complex geopolitical and economic landscape, Ireland is poised to steer EU priorities around competitiveness, values, and security. As Ireland prepares for its term, our experts offer insights into the challenges, opportunities, and expectations for the presidency—and what success will look like for both Ireland and the EU by the end of 2026. Listen now for expertanalysis on the future of Europe under Ireland’s presidency.