Erica Gerretsen

Calling civil society organisations 📢 The @CancilleriaCol and the EU are co-organising the LAC-EU Civil Society Forum, a space for dialogue, to exchange ideas & propose solutions to common problems across both regions. Apply to join us by 14 September 2025 ⬇️ #LACEU

The EU is fully engaged in preparing for 4th Financing for Development #FfD Conference At a Pact for the Future & Beyond event, @EU_Partnerships Dir. @EricaGerretsen stressed: to fully deliver on 2030 Agenda & Addis Ababa Action Agenda, a boost to SDGs financing is sorely needed

The @EU_Commission is a strong ally of the Lusaka Agenda & proud to have been part of the working group that drafted & placed the first signatures. The EU is one of the largest funders of the Global Health Initiatives. ~🇪🇺Dir. @EricaGerretsen on optimizing partnerships #EUatUNGA

Over the past 47 years, the @ASEAN-EU relationship has grown into a trusted strategic partnership. At an #UNGA side event🇪🇺Dir. @EricaGerretsen noted support to gender equality remains a priority in line with EU’s commitment to mainstream gender equality & women’s empowerment.

The EU is a leader in the regulatory response to challenges posed by digital technologies. 🇪🇺Dir. @EricaGerretsen welcomed the Global Digital Compact, a great opportunity to promote a human-centric & human rights-based approach to digital transition. Thx 🇩🇰for this #UNGA event.

The EU Partnership for Democracy & Accountability with the Open Government Partnership is one example of how we support partner countries in their efforts to open governance, while promoting reforms on anti-corruption and civic space globally. ~🇪🇺 Dir. @EricaGerretsen #EUatUNGA

My thanks to Commissioner @JuttaUrpilainen for the contribution of €16 million to improve the Afghan people's access to quality and comprehensive care services for noncommunicable diseases. We value @EU_Commission’s continued support in responding to humanitarian crises. Together! #UNGA

Delighted to partner with @Aminajmohammed and @JuttaUrpilainen in the fight against gender-based violence. This urgent issue is a priority for the @WorldBank Group. Together, we’re committed to ending violence against women and girls around the world. wrld.bg/4CyZ50TwmBY

#InequalityMarker is our innovative tool to measure the impact of 🇪🇺 actions. I’m proud to announce that in 2023, 59% of the new @EU_Partnerships actions significantly contributed to tackling inequalities. 💪 This is just the beginning. Speech 👉bit.ly/3L8lesm

Addressing #inequalities is at the heart of our work, with #GlobalGateway delivering tangible results for the vulnerable. Launched last year, the Inequality Marker enables us to better track our impact. To hear about its first results, register now 🔗 europa.eu/!gyBGph

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Delighted to have a fruitful discussion with @EricaGerretsen from the EU's Directorate-General for International Partnerships @EU_Partnerships . We explored enhancing human development, implementing #SDGs, promoting safe labor migration. Our conversation also covered boosting social inclusivity, economic stability. We highlighted the 'Inter Pares' project's key role in strengthening ties between Uzbekistan's Oliy Majlis and the EU. #SDGs #InterPares @EUambUz @EU_Tashkent

Grateful to H.e. Tanzila Narbaeva , Chairperson of the Senate for a very constructive & positive meeting with Director E.Gerretsen. Parliament plays a crucial role in the democratic transition. EU, with EU Parliaments through INTER PARES continues to support.

Today @EricaGerretsen participates at launch of @FFRemittances PRIME #CentralAsia programme that aims to maximize the impact of remittances by: 💸 Increasing digital access 📱 Promoting financial inclusion 🔙 Supporting migrant returnees 🌾 Boosting rural income activities

Today's meeting between @EricaGerretsen and @TNarbaeva focused on enhancing interparliamentary cooperation, refining gender-focused budgeting, and accelerating reforms and improving labor migration policies. 🇪🇺 & 🇺🇿 collaborative efforts are crucial for advancing mutual interests

Thanks to all partners from civil society organisations for joining Director Erica Gerretsen for sharing questions, comments and ideas around the EU- Uzbekistan partnership, Global Gateway and how we can support the dynamic development of civil society. Dialogue continues.

The launching of the new Remittance programme with Director Erica Gerretsen, thanking the government and IFAD working on this crucial subject. Revenues from citizens to citizens are key for families, giving access to education & health & rural development. Can be capitalised more

@EUambUz Thank you @EUambUz for organising this amazing visit. Great to have the opportunity to engage on gender equality in Central Asia with the Uzbek authorities, together with UNWomen @SimaBahous

At Asian Women’s forum - Director Erica Gerretsen thanked Uzbekistan & Senate Chairperson Tanzila Narbaeva for a timely forum for women’s rights & participation in decision making- to build a safe & peaceful world. 85% of all EU actions have to create gender equality impact.

Today, Ms. @EricaGerretsen attended the Asian Women’s Forum in Uzbekistan. Continuing her visit, she’s set to lead tours of EU-funded projects, launch the PRIME initiative, join an international law conference, and engage in pivotal bilateral meetings with governmental officials.

Spotlight Initiative Governing Body renews commitment to ending violence against women and girls and plans second phase! 🔗 spotlightinitiative.org/news/spotlight… #WithHer @EU_Partnerships @UN @GlobalSpotlight