They suggested best practices to share and addressed issues including testing, vaccinations and detection of new variants of the virus.
EU leaders pledged to ensure access to more vaccines as some countries, including Poland, face shortages from reduced deliveries.
“Leaders want vaccination to be accelerated. In this respect, commitments on deliveries made by companies must be respected… All possible means will be examined to ensure rapid supply, including early distribution to avoid delays,” said Charles Michel, the President of the European Council.