Coreper II

In COREPER II the Member States are represented by their Permanent Representatives, i.e. by their Ambassadors at the Permanent Representations in Brussels. Ambassador Rory Montgomery represents Ireland and is chairing Coreper II for the first six months of 2013. COREPER II deals with:
• General affairs and external relations
• Economic and financial matters
• Justice and home affairs
• Preparation of European Councils and other summits