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Military and civilian missions and operations
The European Union has undertaken many overseas operations, using civilian and military instruments in several countries in three continents (Europe, Africa and Asia), as part of its Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP).
No security without women. The civilian CSDP Missions and their operational headquarters, the CPCC push for gender equality and women's empowerment every day throughout the year. Several Missions support the ongoing International Women's Day celebrations through events and targeted messaging via their Mission communication channels.
On 19th of February, by invitation of the Chair, Ms Anna FOTYGA, the Chairman of the EU Military Committee (EUMC), General Claudio Graziano, had an exchange of views with members of the Sub Committee on Security and Defence (SEDE), at the European Parliament.
From 30th to 31st January 2019, the Chairman of the European Union Military Committee (CEUMC), General Claudio Graziano, attended the informal meeting of the 28 EU Defence Ministers, held in Bucharest by the Romanian Presidency and chaired by the High Representative, Madame Federica Mogherini.
On January 15, 2019, EUCAP Sahel Mali celebrated the completion of its fourth year of engagement in Mali. The European Civilian Mission will continue to support the Malian Police, Gendarmerie and National Guard and related ministries. Its new mandate will also cover advice and training in the field of logistics. The actions will be reinforced by a closer follow-up within the units.
The Chairman of the European Union Military Committee (EUMC), General Claudio GRAZIANO, paid an official visit to Cyprus on 10th and 11th of January 2019.
