Common Security and Defence Policy: Council extends the mandates of four Heads of civilian Missions

The Council today decided to extend the mandates of four Heads of Common Security and Defence Policy civilian Missions, following a proposal by the High Representative and the endorsement of the Political and Security Committee.

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Friday, May 15, 2020

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Politics of Kosovo, Politics by country, Countries, European Union Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo, United Nations Interim Administration Mission in Kosovo, Kosovo, Constitution of Kosovo, International Civilian Representative for Kosovo

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The Council today decided to extend the mandates of four Heads of Common Security and Defence Policy civilian Missions, following a proposal by the High Representative and the endorsement of the Political and Security Committee.
They are:
- Mr Lars-Gunnar Wigemark as Head of Mission of EULEX KOSOVO until 30 June 2021.
The EU Rule of Law Mission in Kosovo was launched in 2008 with the overall mandate to assist the Kosovo authorities in establishing sustainable and independent rule of law institutions.
The EU Advisory Mission in Ukraine started its operations in December 2014 with the aim of assisting the Ukrainian authorities towards a sustainable reform of the civilian security sector.