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Mandate and Scope for EU Special Representatives

Summary

This report recommends strengthening the role, accountability, and ethical standards of EU Special Representatives to enhance global diplomacy.
10 13.03.2019
Other
human rights
diplomatic relations
public administration
international relations

Key points

  • Ensure that Special Representatives are only appointed when they provide clear added value and do not duplicate the work of existing EU institutions.
  • Prioritize the use of representatives for conflict prevention, mediation, and the promotion of human rights and gender equality.
  • Introduce ethical safeguards, such as mandatory waiting periods after previous employment, to prevent conflicts of interest.
  • Improve the appointment process by ensuring gender balance, geographic diversity, and requiring evaluation by the European Parliament.
Documents (PDFs)
REPORT on a European Parliament recommendation to the Council, the Commission and the Vice-President of the Commission / High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy on the scope and mandate for EU Special Representatives Scope and mandate for EU Special Representatives
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