CFSP and CSDP: Main aspects and basic choices (Art 36 TEU)

This procedure concerns the fundamental decisions and strategic directions for the EU's common foreign, security, and defence policy. It ensures the EU can act cohesively on the global stage, addressing international challenges and promoting its values and interests.

It affects how the EU engages in international relations, security cooperation, and defence initiatives. This includes defining the EU's role in crisis management and its relationships with international partners like NATO.