Delegation of the European Union in Cuba

With the creation of the European External Action Service (EEAS) by the Lisbon Treaty that entered into force on December 1, 2009, the European Union has promoted a more coherent and effective foreign policy to achieve greater influence beyond its borders.

Thus, the Delegation of the European Union in Cuba - one of the more than 140 delegations that the organization has in the world - functions as a diplomatic mission similar to any other accredited embassy in the country and performs the following functions:

• represent the European Union in Cuba;

• to permanently chair the group of member states;

• defend the position of the European Union in various areas;

• identify, plan and execute development cooperation programs in Cuba;

• inform the relevant sectors of Cuban society about the activities and actions of the European Union;

• participate in the preparation and negotiation of the agreements between Cuba and the European Union;

• ensure the follow-up of all signed agreements.