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Our role

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A common trade policy for the EU

The Directorate General for Trade of the European Commission is in charge of implementing the common trade policy of the European Union.

Policy making

Policy making

How trade policy happens

The process consists of formulation, implementation and negotiation.

Global markets

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The benefits of trade

EU trade policy seeks to create growth and jobs by increasing the opportunities for trade and investment with the rest of the world.

People

Trade organisation

Who's who at Trade

An organisation chart and list of contacts for the Directorate General of Trade.