Explainers

The competitiveness compass provides a plan to allow Europe to regain its economic growth and prosperity.

Following Brexit, the EU and the UK negotiated a set of agreements to guide and govern the future EU-UK relationship. These agreements protect citizens' rights while ensuring fair competition and continued cooperation.

The Republic of Moldova applied for EU membership in March 2022 and was granted candidate status in June 2022. Accession negotiations were formally opened in June 2024. The EU and Moldova also cooperate in the context of the Eastern Partnership.

The EU and its member states stand united in their unwavering support for Ukraine. Accession negotiations with Ukraine were formally opened in June 2024. The EU and Ukraine also cooperate within the Eastern Partnership.

Trade relations are currently governed by the 2000 EU-Mexico Economic Partnership, Political Coordination and Cooperation Agreement.

EU relations with Armenia are based on the EU-Armenia Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement, in force since 2021. The EU is a key partner for Armenia’s reform agenda and the country’s largest donor.

The European Union is the second trade partner of the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

EU-India trade in goods and services has grown substantially over the past decade.

The EU and the US have the world's most extensive bilateral trade and investment relationship and work together to tackle global security challenges.

The EU is Ukraine's largest trading partner and its largest investor. Since the start of Russia's war of aggression, the EU has supported Ukraine's economy, including through targeted trade measures.