Conflict in one part of the world creates insecurity and threatens peace far beyond. At a time when one of every four humans lives in a conflict zone, International Peace Day reminds us of the need for a stronger rules-based international order and timely investment in peace upon the earliest warning signs.

Every year in September, the EU organises an ocean-activism and awareness-raising campaign –#EUBeachCleanup - featuring events across the world.

The European Union Delegation and International Partners issued joint statement on political demonstrations in Somaliland, and calls both sides to seek a peaceful and constructive dialogue in their common interest in peace, stability and democracy.

Five months ago, 67 leaders from Africa and Europe met in Brussels for the sixth European Union (EU) – African Union (AU) Summit. This was a landmark for our partnership, based on reciprocity, trust, mutual respect and understanding.