2016 in the European Union

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Events in the year 2016 in the European Union.

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Incumbents

Events

January

  • 1 January
    • Netherlands takes over the six-month rotating presidency of the Council of EU.
    • San Sebastián (Spain) and Wrocław (Poland) are the European Capitals of Culture for 2016. Both cities will host events to promote their local culture.

May

  • Pact of Amsterdam: Cities get more influence in EU policies[3]

Predicted and scheduled events

June

  • The United Kingdom is expected to hold a referendum on European Union membership.

European Capitals of Culture

See also

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