Regarding the withdrawal of U.S. troops from Afghanistan, the EU-European Union has voiced that it should improve its ability to respond in the event of a crisis. Opinions were exchanged.
In the EU over the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan, many countries have failed to complete the evacuation of Afghan collaborators, and there are voices saying that crisis response capabilities should be enhanced.
Under these circumstances, in Slovenia, which is the chair of the EU, the EU Defense Ministers' Meeting was held until the 2nd, and opinions were exchanged on the creation of EU-specific units, which had been pointed out as necessary. ..
At a press conference after the meeting, EU Foreign Minister Borrell said, "We have a good understanding of the challenges and threats we face. Our experience in Afghanistan has given us a chance to face new situations. We have learned that we have no choice but to have the ability to act ourselves. "
Not all member states are in favor of these units at this time, but Senior Representative Borrell wants to deepen discussions with them towards their creation.