The European Commission will head to the bloc's summit in Sibiu, Romania armed with five strategic priorities for the EU's development from 2019 to 2024 which will include focusing on defence, competitiveness, social issues, sustainability and the global role of the EU.

"For Europe to thrive, the EU Member States must act together," said Juncker, who added, "We also need to be more proactive in managing migration,” an assertion the Commission said requires comprehensive action at every level ...