Directorate for International Cooperation and Development of the European Commission

The European Commission's Directorate for International Cooperation and Development is responsible for developing a policy of cooperation in the wider context of international cooperation, adapting to the changing needs of partner countries. This includes working with developing countries at various stages of their development, including low-income and above-average incomes.

Priorities

• reducing world poverty;
• ensuring sustainable development;
• Promoting democracy, peace and security.