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For a European Civil Protection Force: Europe Aid

Published on 8 April 2024
Former EU Commissioner Michel Barnier looks at what the EU is doing in civil protection, and considers what more in could do in emergency response.
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For a European Civil Protection Force: Europe Aid

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Barnier, Michel

Summary

Former Minister of Foreign Affairs and EU Commissioner, Michel Barnier, sets out his 12 proposals for EU emergency response, especially to major emergencies outside the EU. He considers 'the need for Europe' - how the EU adds value in its emergency response.

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Hazard types

Multi-hazard

DRM Phases

Response

Geographic focus

Global

Sectors

Situational awareness

Risk drivers

Changing security landscape Climate change Environmental degradation