Question

what is EU external relations ?

Answer 1

In a quickly changing world,the European Union is a key factor. As the largest economy ,it is the first trading partner of many countries around the world. But by developing its own foreign and defence policy,it equally seeks to become a crucial diplomatic player

The work of the EU(European Union) in the area of external relations includes the negotiations of trade agreements,and cooperation on energy, health, climate and environmental issues,often in the context of international organisations such as United Nations.

Under the Lisbon Treaty, which came into force in 2009,there was reorganization of the EU's external relations work with the creation of the European External Action Services (EEAS),the European Union's Diplomatic arm and the post of High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy.

The EaU's actions in this area is guided by the principles that has inspired its own creation, development and enlargement. Promotion of human rights and democracy is the key aspect. The Union also highlights it's strategic Interests and objectives through its international actions. It will continue to broaden and enhance its political and trade relations with other countries and regions of the world, including by holding regular summits, with its strategic partners such as United States, Japan , Canada, Russia, India and China. It also supports development , cooperation and political dialogue with countries in the Mediterranean ,the Middle East Asia,Latin America, Eastern Europe,Central Asia and the Western Bulkans