An informal meeting of the Council of the European Union on foreign affairs in the format of trade ministers took place in Dublin. Following the meeting, European Commission Trade Commissioner Maroš Šefčovič addressed a press conference, expressing gratitude to the host country, including the Irish minister, for organizing the event and the hospitality. He noted that visits to Dublin always leave him with positive impressions due to the city's energy. The details of the meeting agenda, specifics of the trade issues discussed, and any possible agreements were not clarified in the text of his remarks. Council meetings on foreign affairs in the trade format are traditionally devoted to coordinating the trade policy of EU member states, discussing relations with key trading partners, and responding to current challenges in international trade. Such informal meetings allow ministers from EU countries to exchange views in a less formal setting compared to official Council sessions.