EU Leaders Agree on New Climate Pact in Brussels Summit

EU leaders reached a landmark agreement on a new climate pact during the Brussels summit on March 22, 2026. The pact commits member states to cut greenhouse gas emissions by 55% by 2035, accelerating previous targets. The deal also includes €150 billion in funding for green technologies and infrastructure across the bloc. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen hailed the pact as a “decisive step” toward carbon neutrality. The agreement follows months of intense negotiations to balance economic growth with environmental goals, according to Reuters. This pact positions the EU as a global leader in climate action amid rising international pressure to combat climate change.