What the Commission is doing Objectives Promote a strong foreign direct investment policy Strengthen the EU's strategic partnerships with major trading partners Work with developing countries to help them integrate into the global economy Uphold European values such as human rights, and social and environmental protection Uphold an ambitious trade agenda to the benefit of European citizens, SMEs and the broader economy See what other EU institutions are doing on trade Key initiativesTrade negotiations & agreementsAccess2MarketsEU and WTOTransparencyEU sanctions against Russia following the invasion of UkraineEnforcement and protection Related informationLawPoliciesTenders and contractsConsultations TopicsBusiness and industry DepartmentsTrade
