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The state of play in the European political and security field

The state of play in the European political and security field

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09 Nov 2007

The state of play in the European political and security field

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The Political and Security Committee (PSC or "COPS" from its French acronym) first established as an interim body in 2000 is described as the "linchpin" of the ESDP and the CFSP (Common Foreign and Security Policy). Its responsibilities include the drafting of opinions for the Council of Foreign Ministers (GAERC) and exercising "political control and strategic direction" of EU crisis-management operations. Next to the respective Operational Headquarters, it is one of the institutions which is responsible for handling the daily business of every European Battlegroup. The PSC also conducts political dialogue by maintaining a direct link between Member State governments and the Secretary-General of the Council/High Representative, Javier Solana, and his special representatives, and finally, by providing a privileged forum for dialogue on the ESDP, between the EU and NATO.

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