The EU’s external promotion of democracy

With the European Parliament elections in June and the selection of Europe’s new leaders on the horizon, the stage is set for a reshaping of the EU's political landscape. Against the backdrop of shifting geopolitics and escalating global crises, our commentary series 'To the new leaders of Europe' looks into the implications of these domestic political choices for the EU’s international cooperation and foreign policy. It explores how the EU’s relationship with countries worldwide is changing and emphasises the importance of investing in strategic global partnerships.