Prime Minister proposes António Costa or Durão Barroso as EU negotiators with Russia

The Prime Minister proposed António Costa or Durão Barroso as potential EU negotiators with Russia during a press conference in Dublin. He emphasized that these suggestions are based on their qualifications rather than nationality. The discussion took place at the Community Political Europe summit, where over 40 European leaders are focusing on security and competitiveness. An informal EU Council summit is also scheduled to discuss the bloc's representation in negotiations with Russia.