Brussels, 06/01/2026 (Agence Europe) – As previously announced in October (see EUROPE 13737/4) and December, the informal Summit - or ‘retreat’ - of the EU27, dedicated in particular to the EU’s competitiveness, will be held on 12 February at Alden Biesen (Limburg, Belgium), confirmed on Tuesday 6 January the Spokesman’s Service of the President of the European Council, António Costa. The EU27 will be asked to continue their reflections on simplification, industrial policy and trade. In addition, current international events should provide other topics for discussion. (SP)