Josep Borrell Fontelles @JosepBorrellF@respublicae.eu

Today, we launch two special #TeamEurope initiatives for Central Asia under #GlobalGateway

- on water, energy and climate change
- on digital connectivity.

With concrete projects and joint commitment, we will link our two regions.

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It is possible and necessary to pursue green growth through sustainable connectivity. But it depends on the choices we make today and together.

With #GlobalGateway we offer a genuine and reliable partnership.

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Like our partners in Central Asia, we in Europe see need to advance our strategic autonomy. So that we can all choose freely how and with whom we connect.

Having connections and options is good. But excessive dependencies and the absence of choice can come at at a cost.

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Borders are scars of history. We need to overcome them through infrastructure & connections - the veins that allow us to bring life to our planet. Connecting people, bringing them closer.

With EU #GlobalGateway & #TeamEurope, we are committed to it in a concrete, sustainable way

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Ambitious #GlobalMethanePledge is key step to slow down global warming.

A global Initiative, co-covened by EU and the US, which delivers.
#CutMethane
#COP27
RT @eu_eeas: Methane Ministerial at #COP27 convened by EU & US leading the #GlobalMethanePledge marks unprecedented momentum to keep 1.5°C within reach.
Endorsements grown to 150 with many countries developing national action plans to #CutMethane ⤵
https://energy.ec.europa.e…

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Already more than 40% of investments in Central Asia come from the EU. We are also the region’s first trade partner - exceeding both China and Russia. A clear demonstration of the fact that the EU is a valuable & reliable partner.

We agreed to further explore this potential.

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Our annual EU - #CentralAsia ministerial meeting confirmed our strong commitment to work together.

We have big ambitions, and the interest to fill them with concrete content - for the benefit of stronger ties between our regions and for the benefit of our people.

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RT @eu_eeas: "Kazakhstan is an important and valuable partner of the EU and it is increasingly so. We share an interest to develop our cooperation even further.” HR/VP @JosepBorrellF after meeting with Kazakhstan President @TokayevKZ and MFA Mukhtar Tileuberdi @MFA_KZ
https://www.eeas.europa.eu/eeas/kazakhstan-remarks-high-representativevice-president-josep-borrell-joint-press-conference_en

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Food can never be used as a weapon of war.

The EU warmly welcomes the renewal of the @UN Black Sea Grain initiative.

It remains vital to continue to drive global food prices down and ensuring food security worldwide.

https://europa.eu/!J7RB9Y

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In my meeting with Uzbek Foreign Minister @VladimirNorov, I acknowledged Uzbekistan’s important role in enhancing regional cooperation in Central Asia

We share concerns on the situation in Afghanistan & discussed the role of multilateralism in the difficult geopolitical context.

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Visited the Rakhmdillik shelter for women & girls

The association has offered refuge & help in cooperation with EU-funded actions to over 1,000 survivors of violence, coming often from those closest to them

Defending the inalienable rights of women is not a choice, it is a duty

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Arrived in #Uzbekistan to co-chair the EU-Central Asia Ministerial meeting today and co-host the EU - Central Asia Connectivity Conference tomorrow with Minister @VladimirNorov in Samarkand.

Once upon a time, Samarkand was a #GlobalGateway - now it is coming back.

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Wrapping up my visit to Kazakhstan meeting with the engaged and dedicated @EUinKazakhstan staff, who maintain our good partnership with Kazakhstan on a daily basis.

Thank you for your work!

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Glad to mark 30 years of EU-Kazakhstan diplomatic relations with President @TokayevKZ, which we agreed to deepen further.

We support efforts to make Kazakhstan more inclusive, democratic and open through an ambitious reform agenda.

Committed to security & peace in our regions.

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My interview with @kazinform_eng on the occasion of my visit to #Kazakhstan on EU-Kazakhstan relations, opportunities to enhance connectivity through #GlobalGateway and the importance of strong partnerships, in moments of crisis.

Read the full article: https://www.inform.kz/en/josep-borrell-kazakhstan-is-eu-s-biggest-trade-partner-in-central-asia_a4002593

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Started my day in Astana meeting civil society representatives to discuss the human rights situation. An independent investigation of the January events would contribute to ensuring much needed accountability.

I commend the proactivity & commitment of civil society in Kazakhstan

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Unwavering unity, resolve & full solidarity with Poland #Przewodów

EU fully supports Poland’s ongoing investigation. In close contact with partners, incl NATO on next steps

Incident result of massive wave of missile attacks on Ukraine by Russia

Russia must stop its illegal war
RT @EUCouncilPress: Statement by @JosepBorrellF on behalf of the EU on the explosion in Poland.
The EU expresses its unwavering unity & solidarity with …

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In Kazakhstan for my first official visit.

With Minister Tileuberdi, we confirmed our commitment to deepen political dialogue & cooperation and work on joint opportunities - such as trade, energy & green agenda

Developing partnerships in challenging times makes us stronger.

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I am visiting #CentralAsia to deepen EU cooperation with a crucial region at moment of major geo-political change.

Sustainable connectivity is high on our common agenda.

Read my op-ed on the potential of this partnership and our future priorities:

http://europa.eu/!BQhnjd

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For years, we have tried to help find a political solution to the Venezuelan crisis. Now, the time finally seems ripe for a deal. My new blog post after last week’s meeting on #Venezuela in Paris:
https://europa.eu/!gYkvd6

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