Foreign Affairs Council, 12/10/2015, 12 October 2015

Main results

Our discussions included migration, Libya and Syria - all inter-linked key issues, on which the EU has a significant role to play. I am pleased by the unity of the EU on these issues, that is reflected in our conclusions. The EU is ready to play its full part, in support of UN-led political processes on Libya as well on Syria. Federica Mogherini, High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy

Libya

Ministers took the opportunity of the Council meeting to welcome and express their support to the Libyan political agreement that the UN SRSG Bernardino Leon presented in Skhirat on 8 October. The Council adopted conclusions to that effect, notably calling on all Libyan parties to quickly approve and support this deal so that Libya can take the path of peace and prosperity.

• Council conclusions on Libya

Syria

Ministers had in-depth debate on Syria, taking into account the latest developments in the country. The Council adopted conclusions.

• Council conclusions on Syria, 12 October 2015

Migration

Ministers discussed the external aspects of migration. The Council adopted conclusions that will feed into the discussions of the forthcoming European Council meeting on 15-16 October.

• Council conclusions on migration
• Finding solutions to migratory pressures (background information)

• Outcome of the Council meeting