Democratic Republic of the Congo – EC Library Guide on Country Knowledge: Introduction
Introduction
The European Union and the Democratic Republic of the Congo
In the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), the EU participates in political and human development through a comprehensive approach, which has notably enabled the organisation of the first European security missions without NATO participation. Since then, work has begun on reform of the police and army.
The EU has actively participated in the international community’s efforts to restore peace and democracy in the DRC through financial support for the constitutional referendum in 2005 and the electoral processes in 2006 and 2011, and by deploying substantial election observation missions. The EU places great importance on regional stability and has also been heavily involved in international efforts to bring about stability. In this regard, a Special Representative for the Grands Lacs region has been appointed since 1996.
Source: European Union External Action
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