Hungary Assumes EU Council Presidency Back to Articles 01 August 2024 On 1 July, Hungary took over the rotating presidency of the Council of the European Union which it will hold until 31 December 2024 when Poland will take over. The Presidency's programme is structured around seven priorities: acceptance of a New European Competitiveness Deal; the reinforcement of the European defence policy; a consistent and merit-based enlargement policy; stemming illegal migration; shaping the future of the cohesion policy; a farmer-oriented EU agricultural policy; and addressing demographic challenges. More infromation here. Please login or register to post comments.