Policy objectives
Article 2
1. On the basis of the policy objectives of the European Union’s Integrated Strategy in the Sahel as adopted by Council conclusions on 16 April 2021 (the ‘Strategy’), and in view of the adaptation of the Union’s approach as discussed at the Foreign Affairs Council of 11 December 2023 and of 19 February 2024 and the work on a renewed approach to the Sahel region, the EUSR’s mandate shall be to contribute actively and give priority to regional and international efforts to achieve lasting peace, security, stability and sustainable development in the region. The EUSR shall furthermore aim to enhance the quality, impact and visibility of the Union’s multi-faceted engagement in the Sahel. In line with the orientations of the Council and with the strategic objectives, interests and values of the Union, the EUSR shall assist the HR in defining a renewed Union approach on the Sahel. 2. The EUSR shall contribute to developing and implementing the Union’s efforts in the region in an integrated way, including in the political, security and development areas, and to coordinating all relevant instruments and stakeholders for Union actions. The EUSR shall contribute to deepening the Union’s engagement and coordination efforts with national, regional and international mechanisms. 3. The EUSR shall act in close cooperation and coordination with the European External Action Service (EEAS), Union delegations, the Commission, Member States and other relevant stakeholders, in particular, the United Nations (UN) and African organisations, notably the African Union (AU) and the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).