Author (Corporate) | Council of the European Union: General Secretariat |
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Series Title | Press Release |
Series Details | PRES/14/60 (10.02.14) |
Publication Date | 10/02/2014 |
Content Type | Legislation, News |
The Council of the European Union adopted on 10 February 2014 a set of negotiating directives for a bilateral Political Dialogue and Co-operation Agreement with Cuba. A bilateral Agreement would strengthen the EU–Cuba relationship and provide a robust framework for constructive dialogue and improved co-operation. It will help to effectively promote EU interests and values in Cuba and ensure continuity in EU policies objectives including support for the on-going reform and modernisation process, the promotion of human rights and fundamental freedoms as well as the strengthening of development cooperation. Media sources reported on the 6 March 2014 that Cuba had officially agreed to talks with the European Union on restoring bilateral relations with the bloc. |
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Source Link | Link to Main Source http://www.consilium.europa.eu/uedocs/cms_data/docs/pressdata/EN/foraff/140946.pdf |
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Countries / Regions | Caribbean, Europe |