Common Foreign and Security Policy
The EU's Common Foreign and Security Policy enables it to speak—and act—as one in world affairs.... Read more
Foreign Affairs and Defense
Common Security and Defense Policy
The Common Security and Defense Policy empowers the EU to respond to international crises through civilian and military crisis management and conflict prevention operations. Learn more.... Read more
European External Action Service
The European External Action Service (EEAS) is the EU's official diplomatic service. Find out how it works.... Read more
Effective Multilateralism
The EU actively participates in multilateral institutions including the UN, the Council of Europe, the G8, and the G20, among others. Discover more.... Read more
Relations with Non-EU Countries
The EU works with countries around the world to promote free trade, sustainable development, the fight against poverty, freedom, democracy, and respect for human rights. Find out how.... Read more