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GCC: Statement by the High Representative Josep Borrell on the normalisation of relations among Gulf countries
The Gulf Cooperation Council members reached an agreement on the full normalisation of relations among themselves at the GCC summit in the Saudi city of AlUla (Al-Ula) on Tuesday. It was preceded on Monday by the decision of Saudi Arabia to reopen its borders with Qatar. The European Union welcomes
International Migrants Day: Joint Statement by the European Commission and the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy
On the occasion of the International Migrants Day, the High Representative and the European Commission made the following statement:
Gender Action Plan III: Presidency issues conclusions welcoming an ambitious agenda for gender equality and women's empowerment in EU external action
The Presidency of the Council issued presidency conclusions on the Gender Action Plan (GAP) III: "An ambitious agenda for gender equality and women's empowerment in EU external action". The text was supported by 24 delegations.
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When going on the move is the only way to move on
On International Migrants Day, the EU recognises “the important contribution migrants provide to our economies and societies”
The EU celebrates Human Rights Day: we will never stop defending universal and indivisible rights
This year we mark Human Rights Day while the whole world is tackling an unprecedented challenge: the COVID-19 pandemic. Far from being outdated, the fundamental rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights signed in 1948 are more relevant than ever: the universality and
The winner of the Chaillot Prize for the Promotion of Human Rights in the GCC region in 2020 is ‘Gray Area’ initiative from Kuwait
‘Gray Area’ is receiving this prize for its tireless efforts as a civil society initiative in Kuwait aiming to raise awareness on the exclusion experienced by people born of Kuwaiti mother and non-Kuwaiti father. Activities of ‘Gray Area’ is an evidence of Kuwait’s vibrant and active civil society
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10th anniversary of the European External Action Service
The EU in a changing world – Staying on course in troubled waters
Three EU High Representatives-Josep Borrell, Federica Mogherini and Javier Solana- came together on 1 December to mark the 10th anniversary of the European External Action Service.
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Have you ever wondered why SDGs and multilateralism matter for the COVID-19 response?
Have you ever wondered why SDGs and multilateralism matter for the COVID-19 response?
“If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together” Have a look at the responses given by H.E. Sultan Al Shamsi (Assistant Minister of International Development Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the UAE), H.E. Andrea Matteo Fontana (Ambassador,
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How do we assist transitions in the new geopolitics in the Horn of Africa?
Moving forward by looking back: How do we assist transitions in the new geopolitics in the Horn of Africa?
On 22 October 2020, the Delegation of the European Union and the German Embassy in the UAE (as Germany holds at the moment the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union) hosted a virtual public diplomacy event on geopolitics in the Horn of Africa. The virtual panel discussion focused
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European Peace Facility- An EU off-budget fund to build peace and strengthen international security
In a more challenging global environment, the European Union needs to step up its actions to enhance its ability to preserve peace, prevent conflicts, and strengthen international security. By proposing a new European Peace Facility (EPF) the European Union is taking on more responsibility as a
EU-LAS Relations
Europeans and Arabs have a long and rich history of cultural, economic, commercial and political exchanges. This, together with the geographical proximity and interdependence, has contributed to institutionalise a strong relationship between the EU and the League of Arab States (LAS). Within this
What is the Commission doing to tackle sexual harassment?
Questions & Answers: International Day for the elimination of violence against women
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Documents

The European Union's Global Strategy: Three years on, moving forward
Editorial Sections: EEAS United Nations (UN) Common Foreign & Security Policy (CFSP) EU Global Strategy Regional policies Security, Defence & Crisis Response Counter-Terrorism Crisis Response Military and civilian missions and operations Multilateral Relations Human Rights & Democracy
A Global Strategy for the European Union's Foreign and Security Policy
Shared Vision, Common Action: A Stronger Europe
Interview Request Form- United Arab Emirates
All interview requests ought to be done by completing this form.
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Europe Day 2019
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The Delegation of the EU to the UAE donates to children with special needs
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"A Window on the World"- Personal blog by HR/VP Josep Borrell
Languages: Français Español Deutsch Italiano Portuguese, International Campaign Description:  In European foreign policy, we are permanently confronted with conflicts in our neighbourhood, growing competition between rival powers, challenges to the multilateral system and our values, disputes over
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