Federica Mogherini announces senior appointments in the EEAS

Federica Mogherini, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission, announced today two senior appointments in the European External Action Service (EEAS):

Sofie FROM-EMMESBERGER was appointed as the new Chair of the Political and Security Committee (PSC).  Before taking up her duties in the EEAS, she served as the Ambassador of Finland to the PSC.

Vincenzo COPPOLA was appointed as the new EEAS Director for Civilian Planning and Conduct Capability/Civilian Operations Commander. He most recently served as Deputy Commanding General of the Italian Carabinieri.