In the context of cooperation and in the spirit of mutual trust, Brussels hosted the 2015 summit between the EU and the Community of Latin America and Caribbean states (CELAC). Cooperating closely, these two political partners have developed dynamic relations based on historical, cultural and economic ties.
„The people of Latin America, the Caribbean and Europe have a long history of common aspirations…nowadays, we share a wish for peace and prosperity that our cultural and historical roots have helped to strengthen from generation to generation.” Federica Mogherini, High Representative/ Vice President of the EU.
This year’s summit was themed „Shaping our common future: working for a prosperous cohesive and sustainable societies for our citizens”.
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Venezuelan Minister of Foreign Relations, Delcy Rodríguez, underlined that the CELAC’s dialogue with the European Union is marked by respect even though some principles such as sovereign equality or non-intervention in internal affairs of other countries are not recognized by the EU.