EU adopts EUR 60 million EPF assistance for Cabo Verde defence forces

The Council adopted a second assistance measure worth EUR 60 million under the European Peace Facility to support the Armed Forces of Cabo Verde. The decision is part of the EU-Cabo Verde Special Partnership and falls under its stability and security pillar.

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According to the text, the measure is designed to strengthen the defence capacities of the Armed Forces of Cabo Verde so they can help safeguard the country's sovereignty at sea and improve regional maritime security. The source says the support is tailored to Cabo Verdean needs.

The action also provides additional European Peace Facility support to strengthen the capabilities of the Coast Guard in specified areas. With this decision, total EU support to Cabo Verde under the European Peace Facility rises to EUR 75 million.

The European Peace Facility, established in March 2021, finances actions under the common foreign and security policy aimed at preventing conflicts, preserving peace, and strengthening international security and stability.

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