July 12, 2026

From Dublin to Brussels: European Newsroom Engages with the Upcoming Irish EU Presidency

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On July 1, 2026, Ireland will assume the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union.

During a background briefing for the European Newsroom (enr) at Ireland’s Permanent Representation to the European Union in Brussels, journalists received an early overview of the presidency’s upcoming agenda.

Reporters from various European Newsroom member agencies discussed key issues with Eoin Flavin (Spokesperson Coreper II) and Peadar Ó hÚbáin (Spokesperson Coreper I).

The session featured an energetic Q&A covering topics such as competitiveness, security, defense, EU enlargement, support for Ukraine, and online safety.

Participants included journalists from enr partner agencies dpa (Germany), CTK (Czech Republic), APA (Austria), and UKRINFORM (Ukraine).

Additional highlights from the briefing. Photos: Tim Kohnen/European Newsroom

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20 responses to “From Dublin to Brussels: European Newsroom Engages with the Upcoming Irish EU Presidency”

  1. necessary momentum Avatar
    necessary momentum

    Just what we need, another chance for Ireland to show off its knack for running the EU… can’t wait for all the exciting discussions about “competitiveness” while sipping tea. ☕️ #EuroDrama

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  2. Alberta Avatar
    Alberta

    So, Ireland’s taking the wheel in the EU again, eh? Can’t wait to see how they balance competitiveness and a pint of Guinness at the same time. 🍻

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  3. high-fructose Avatar
    high-fructose

    Just what the EU needed, another round of ‘who’s in charge this time?’ Can’t wait to see how many times they say ‘breathe’ while discussing online safety. 😂🍀

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  4. Twix Esses Avatar
    Twix Esses

    Looks like the Irish are ready to host a fancy EU tea party in 2026—bet the biscuits will be top-notch, eh? 🍪 Just hope they remember to keep the bickering to a minimum while everyone’s sipping their Earl Grey!

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  5. Grotas Avatar
    Grotas

    Seems like Ireland’s ready to take the wheel of the EU bus—let’s hope they don’t drive it into a ditch like the last guy! 🍀🚍

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  6. King Bass Avatar
    King Bass

    Right, because nothing screams excitement like a bunch of journalists discussing “competitiveness” and “security” in a room full of EU bureaucrats. 😏 Can’t wait for the riveting debates over tea and biscuits! 🍵

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  7. jigsaw Avatar
    jigsaw

    So, Ireland is set to lead the EU, eh? Guess we’ll finally find out if their meetings can be as entertaining as their pubs. 🍻

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  8. Doll Champagne Avatar
    Doll Champagne

    Looks like Ireland’s gearing up for a real treat with the EU Presidency – I mean, who wouldn’t want to juggle security, defense, and online safety while trying to keep a straight face? 🍀😂 Good luck to the lads; they’ll need it!

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  9. ember master Avatar
    ember master

    Looks like Ireland’s ready to do a fine job of pretending to lead the EU, while we all know it’s just another excuse for a boozy summit in Dublin. 🍀✨

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  10. Knight Light Avatar
    Knight Light

    Looks like Ireland’s getting ready to take the EU helm—just what we need, more folks trying to outtalk each other on competitiveness and online safety. 🍀 Good luck with that, lads; I’ll be over here with my pint, waiting for the real news! 😏

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  11. Gunhawk Avatar
    Gunhawk

    Looks like Ireland’s got the EU presidency, just in time for a jolly good chat about online safety and competitiveness—because nothing says “we’re in control” like a pint while discussing defense strategies, right? 🍻😏

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  12. Feline Devil Avatar
    Feline Devil

    Just what we needed, another round of EU meetings to discuss “competitiveness” while sipping lukewarm coffee. Can’t wait to see how many more ways we can say “let’s not agree on anything” in five different languages. 😂

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  13. Metal Star Avatar
    Metal Star

    Guess Ireland’s ready to give the EU a masterclass in “how to do everything while having a pint.” 🍻 Who knew tackling competitiveness and online safety could be as easy as finding a good pub in Dublin? 🥴

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  14. Sexual Chocolate Avatar
    Sexual Chocolate

    Brilliant, can’t wait for the Irish to juggle EU issues like they juggle pints at the pub 🍻 – what could possibly go wrong? Just imagine the charm of a brogue navigating bureaucratic jargon! 😄

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  15. Disco Thunder Avatar
    Disco Thunder

    Dublin’s taking the EU wheel, eh? Can’t wait to see how they manage to turn a simple agenda into a three-hour debate over the proper tea brewing technique. ☕️😏

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  16. Snow Cream Avatar
    Snow Cream

    Brilliant, just what we need: another round of EU meetings to discuss how to discuss the same old issues. Must be a real treat for those journalists—bet they’re just buzzing with excitement! 😂🍀

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  17. gov skull Avatar
    gov skull

    Ireland taking the EU Presidency? Brilliant, just what we need—more meetings that could’ve been emails! 🍀🇪🇺

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  18. Bad Beret Avatar
    Bad Beret

    Seems like Ireland’s got quite the agenda for their EU presidency—because who doesn’t want a front-row seat to the same old EU theatre? 🍀💼

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  19. Waylay Dave Avatar
    Waylay Dave

    Not sure if I’m more excited for Ireland’s turn at the EU wheel or for the free scones at the press briefing—at least one of them might be worth the trip! 🍀🤷‍♂️

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  20. Pexxious Avatar
    Pexxious

    Just what Europe needs, another round of “let’s pretend we care” with Ireland at the helm. Can’t wait for the riveting debates on online safety while sipping pints in Dublin! 🍻😏

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