European Council

The Council of Europe (also known as the EU Summit or EU Summit) is the highest decision-making body of the European Union (EU), established in London on May 5, 1949, which mainly decides on the EU's general policy, especially on foreign affairs. The European Council consists of the Heads of State or Government of the EU member states and the Presidents of the European Council and the European Commission. Every five years, a new President of the European Commission is also appointed by the European Council.