Research
Explore our wide range of resources for researchers, students, and education professionals.
Library
The Council Library provides access to a wide range of information resources relevant to the work of the Council of the European Union and the European Council.
Browse the library’s catalogue
The collections focus on EU policies, EU integration and member states, law, international relations, and more.
On-site consultation
Researchers or university students are welcome to visit our reading room for on-site consultation of our collections.
Research papers
The Council’s in-house research service produces papers and other research publications on a wide range of EU-related issues.
Think Tank Review
A monthly selection of EU-related papers published by think tanks across the world.
Last review: 13 May 2026