ABOUT US

Who we are

The Delegation was established at the independence of the country in 1990, under the Third Lomé Convention - one in a series of treaties which defined the relationship between the European Union and the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries, of which Namibia is a member.

The European Union (EU) Delegation to Namibia is the official diplomatic mission of the EU in the Republic of Namibia. As part of the European External Action Service (EEAS), the EU’s diplomatic service and combined foreign and defense ministry; we are one of over 140 EU Delegations across the globe.

Our primary mission is to strengthen diplomatic relations and foster cooperation between the EU and Namibia. The EU and Namibia enjoy a strong and evolving partnership grounded in mutual respect, shared values, and common interests. We aim to enhance political dialogue, promote sustainable economic development, and support initiatives that contribute to a prosperous and inclusive future for all.

28.07.2021 Press and information team of the Delegation to NAMIBIA

Under the framework of the Treaty of Lisbon, the EEAS oversees the operations of all EU Delegations worldwide.

The EU Delegation to Namibia represents the EU and its citizens, actively promoting the EU’s values and interests. Our areas of engagement include:

Political relations
Trade and economic cooperation
Human rights advocacy
Civil society partnerships
Development cooperation

We monitor and report on political developments in Namibia, manage EU-funded cooperation programmes and grants and coordinate with civil society, government and international stakeholders.

A vital part of our mission is public diplomacy, raising awareness and understanding of the European Union, its policies and its global role.

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H.E. Ana Beatriz Martins, EU Ambassador to Namibia pictured with Namibian President, H.E. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

What We Do

EU-Namibia Partnership: A partnership that works.

The role of the Delegation is to:

Ensure the representation of the European Union (EU) to the Republic of Namibia;
Provide the follow-up of bilateral relations in the areas of political, economic, trade and external assistance cooperation (financial and technical);
Pursue EU policies in all sectors;
Promote and protect the values and interests of the EU;
Coordinate with Member States on relevant issues both resident and non-resident;
Take part in demarches and outreach as appropriate;
Support Namibia's role and participation in the regional integration process and in the EPA implementation;
Report back to Headquarters on all matters of interest for EU policies;
Maintain and increase the visibility, awareness and understanding of the EU.