At a time marked by conflicts and growing instability, the European Union is reaffirming its role as a strong and reliable partner to the United Nations. The European External Action Service (EEAS) is the European Union’s diplomatic service. Since 2011, the EEAS carries out the EU’s Common Foreign and Security Policy to promote peace, prosperity, security, and the interests of Europeans across the globe. The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs shapes the standing of the European Union on