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Development Cooperation

The EU is the world’s largest development aid donor, providing more than 50% of assistance worldwide and working closely with our partners to deliver on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

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From land to the sea: How the EU is working for safer and cleaner oceans

With 60% of the oceans relying outside nations jurisdiction, ensuring good governance at sea and securing the maritime domain becomes a challenge for every international actor. With a revised Action Plan and a Maritime Security Strategy under the umbrella of the Global Strategy, the EU has been working closely with international partners towards a safer maritime environment and a sustainable use of its resources.

Monday, 31 December, 2018 - 06:00
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safe drinking water, water diplomacy, water as a human right

Water... a tool for peace

A combination of a growing population and climate change makes water one of the most pressing challenges the world faces in the 21st century. The EU is committed to enhancing its diplomatic engagement to make water a tool for peace, rather than a source of tension. We shall use many means at our disposal to promote and protect the human rights to safe drinking water and sanitation.

Monday, 19 November, 2018 - 19:45
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EU High Representative Federica Mogherini, Bill Gates, Gates Foundation, Development, #GlobalTechPanel

EU and Bill Gates reconfirm joint commitment to collaborating for human development

EU High Representative Federica Mogherini met on 17 October with Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, to discuss the shared engagement and joint work of the EU and the Foundation in support of human development in Africa in particular, including by accelerating digital development. The EU and Mr. Gates also signed an agreement to create a joint fund to invest €100 million in European companies working to stop climate change.

Wednesday, 17 October, 2018 - 17:00
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#GlobalTechPanel, EU, EEAS, Mogherini, #Digitaldiplomacy, #Digital4Development

Global Tech Panel focuses on tech for human development and security in New York meeting

The Global Tech Panel members met in New York on 25 September 2018.

Thursday, 27 September, 2018 - 15:52
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UNGA: EU and Africa work together to manage migration

High Representative / Vice-President Federica Mogherini participated in a High-Level Panel on Migration and Structural Transformation in Africa, an event hosted by UNCTAD during the UN General Assembly. The EU continues to work with Africa to respond jointly to the challenges of migration. And the new Africa-Europe Alliance for Sustainable Investment and Jobs is expected to create up to 10 million jobs in the next 5 years alone and support Africa.

Wednesday, 26 September, 2018 - 17:39
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