European and African leaders will meet at a summit in Lisbon in early December for the first time in seven years. Will their differences of opinion prevail or will the two continents manage to find common ground? » more
In today's world, the relations between Africa and Europe are defined to a great extent by the following aspects: trade, migration, development collaboration and forms of political cooperation. » more
In 2005 the EU announced a "quantum leap” in relations with Africa in its Africa Strategy. Its goal is to become the central political actor and partner for the political and economic development of Africa. The implementation of the strategy is still at its beginning. » more
From Europe's point of view aid seems to be the most important topic regarding Africa. However, relations between the two concrete also revolve around concrete interests - trade, mineral resources and immigrants. » more
Pirates have captured several ships off the coast of Somalia, among them a crude oil supertanker. The EU has already resolved to send a mission to the Horn of Africa. The European press discusses the problem of modern piracy and asks how it can best be countered.
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