European Council chief outlines EU priorities in call with US president-elect Focuses on Ukraine and security

European Council President Charles Michel held a telephone conversation with US President-elect Donald Trump, during which he outlined key priorities for the European Union, including ongoing support for Ukraine and security in the Middle East.

Michel shared details of the conversation on social media platform X, stating that he had emphasized the EU’s focus on economic growth, geopolitical stability, and defence, Caliber.Az reports.

“The EU and US share common values and interests. We are ready to deepen EU-US relations in all fields. 

I flagged EU priorities on the economy and geopolitical situation, mainly Ukraine and Middle East.

We will continue to make Europe stronger and to invest more in our defence and security,” Michel wrote.

The discussion highlighted the EU’s commitment to bolstering its defence capabilities and securing strategic interests, with a particular focus on Ukraine’s ongoing conflict with Russia and the broader Middle Eastern security landscape.

By Vafa Guliyeva