About the Ambassador
Alessio Cappellani graduated in Political Science from the University of Perugia, Italy, specialising in international politics. He subsequently pursued further studies in matters relating to law, economics and European Union policies, and conducted research at King’s College London on relations between the European Community and Eastern Europe.
He joined the European institutions in 1996, following earlier experience as a journalist and in the voluntary sector in Brussels. Throughout his career, he has held several positions within the European Union Delegations in Syria, Tunisia and Morocco.
In Brussels, he has also held responsibilities in the field of human rights and within the Maghreb Division of the European External Action Service (EEAS).
Before his appointment as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the European Union to the Togolese Republic, he had served since 2022 as Deputy Director for the Middle East and North Africa and Head of Division responsible for relations between the European Union and Jordan, Lebanon and Syria.
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Alessio Cappellani – Ambassador – Head of Delegation
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Welcome Message from the European Union Ambassador to Togo
Through this platform, we aim to share information about relations between the European Union and Togo, the initiatives we are undertaking together, and the main priorities of European policy, its values and its engagement around the world. You will also find practical information about our cooperation programmes, funding opportunities and calls for proposals.
The European Union and Togo have enjoyed a longstanding partnership based on dialogue, trust and shared interests. This partnership spans a wide range of areas, including economic and social development, trade, governance, human rights, peace and security. It reflects our shared determination to address common challenges and create sustainable opportunities for our people.
As I take up my duties in Togo, I look forward to helping deepen this relationship and continuing constructive dialogue with the Togolese authorities, civil society, the private sector, young people and all stakeholders contributing to the country's development. I am convinced that listening, exchanging views and seeking common solutions are essential to strengthening our partnership and advancing our shared priorities.
Together with the Member States of the European Union, we intend to maintain our commitment alongside Togo in a spirit of cooperation and mutual respect, strengthening the ties that unite us and creating new opportunities for collaboration for the benefit of our peoples.
I invite you to explore this website to learn more about our activities, projects and the many facets of the partnership between the European Union and Togo.
I look forward to helping shape the next chapter of this relationship together with you.
Welcome to the website of the Delegation of the European Union to Togo!