noun
European Council
Refers to the EU institution composed of the heads of state or government of the member states, which defines the general political direction and priorities of the European Union.
欧州理事会はEUの政治的な方向性を決める重要な機関です。
The European Council is an important institution that determines the political direction of the EU.
欧州連合理事会 (Council of the European Union) is a separate EU institution representing member states' governments at ministerial level, distinct from the European Council (欧州理事会).
Compound of 欧州 (Europe) and 理事会 (council, board of directors). A direct translation of 'European Council'.