2013 in the European Union
In today's article we are going to delve into the topic of 2013 in the European Union, an aspect that has been debated for a long time. 2013 in the European Union is a topic that has generated great interest among experts and fans alike, and is crucial to understanding its impact on different aspects of modern society. Throughout this article, we will analyze the different approaches that have been taken in relation to 2013 in the European Union, as well as their implications on a personal, social and global level. Additionally, we will explore some of the most recent research on 2013 in the European Union and discuss possible implications for the future. Ultimately, this article aims to offer a complete and updated view on 2013 in the European Union, with the aim of providing our readers with a deeper understanding of this very relevant topic.
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Events in the year 2013 in the European Union.
2013 was designated as:
Incumbents
President of the European Council – 
Herman Van Rompuy[1]- Commission President – José Manuel Barroso
- Council Presidency –
Ireland (Jan – Jun 2013), 
Lithuania (July – Dec 2013) - Parliament President –
Martin Schulz - High Representative –
Catherine Ashton
Events
January
- 1 January
- Ireland takes over the six-month rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union from Cyprus. The Presidency's three main priorities are stability, jobs and growth.
July
- 1 July
- Croatia joins the European Union, following ratification of the 2011 Accession Treaty by all other EU countries. This seventh enlargement of the EU, brings the total number of member countries to 28, and official languages to 24.[2]
- Lithuania takes over the six-month rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union from Ireland.
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European Capital of Culture
The European Capital of Culture is a city designated by the European Union for a period of one calendar year, during which it organises a series of cultural events with a strong European dimension.
See also
References
- ^ "Herman Van Rompuy re-elected president" (PDF). Council of the European Union. 1 March 2012. Retrieved 5 May 2013.
- ^ "EU welcomes Croatia's 'historic moment' on eve of entry — EUbusiness.com | EU news, business and politics" – via www.eubusiness.com.