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European Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiations (DG NEAR)

European Neighbourhood Policy and Enlargement Negotiations (DG NEAR)

Our mission is to take forward the EU's Neighbourhood and Enlargement policies. DG NEAR works closely with the European External Action Service and the line DGs in charge of thematic priorities. More

Enlargement Package 2023

New Growth Plan for the Western Balkans

Support for Ukraine

Latest news

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Opening remarks by President von der Leyen at the NEAR Days, via video message

Dear Gert-Jan, dear colleagues, I am really glad that this year, you decided to bring together the whole DG NEAR family, including colleagues in headquarters and in our 23 Delegations across the region. Because today, more than ever before, DG NEAR stands at the heart of the European Commission

European Commission President Ursula von der LEYEN together with the Prime Ministers of Belgium, Italy, Greece, Cyprus and the Austrian Chancellor in Cairo, Egypt
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Press statement by President von der Leyen with Austrian Chancellor Nehammer, Belgian Prime Minister De Croo, Cypriot President Christodoulidis, Greek Prime Minister Mitsotakis, Italian Prime Minister Meloni and Egyptian President El-Sisi

Thank you very much, Mr President, for your warm welcome and hospitality. I am very glad to be back in Cairo. The partnership between the European Union and Egypt is of critical importance. The presence of six European Leaders today shows how deeply we value our relationship.