EU – Europe Day and 75th anniversary of the Schuman Declaration (May 9, 2025)

May 9 is Europe Day, an annual celebration of peace and unity on the continent. Through this event, the European Union reaffirms its founding values: unity, solidarity, democracy, human rights and shared prosperity. This year, 2025, also marks the 75th anniversary of Robert Shuman’s historic declaration.

Today Minister for Europe and Foreign Affairs is taking part in an informal EU Foreign Affairs Council meeting in Lviv, at Ukraine’s invitation. On this occasion, the EU foreign ministers will reaffirm their unwavering support for Ukraine and its future within the EU. The Minister will also stress French and European support for the fight against impunity for crimes committed by Russia, and France’s contribution to the establishment of a Special Tribunal for the Crime of Aggression against Ukraine.

The Quai d’Orsay will be opening its doors to the public from 2 p.m. to 6:30 pm; it will offer a selection of exhibits and performances, a round table, and the screening of an episode from France TV’s Parlement series, as well as a discussion with the series’ production team.