The European Union and the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD)

The formal relationship between the European Union and African countries can be traced back to the very early years of European integration - a period that corresponds to the era of independence for many African states. From the beginning the common objective has been the socio-economic development of the African people. Today this objective still holds, but the nature of the link between the EU and Africa has undergone huge change. In this article the author argues that it has become both more complex and more enriching for both sides.