Hanne Knaepen is the head of ECDPM’s climate action and green transition team. Hanne specialises in climate adaptation and resilience-building within the context of Africa-Europe relations. Hanne has been a visiting lecturer at Nyansapo College of International Relations and Diplomacy in Accra (University of Cape Coast) since 2016, where she teaches courses on climate risks and international development.
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11.07.2024
Reversing the Trend: The Case to Improve European Climate Diplomacy
In recent years, the EU has faced criticism for its approach towards greening trade, with third countries accusing Brussels of imposing rules on them unilaterally and without sufficient consultation. In light of this dissatisfaction from partner countries and fierce competition from the US and China, the EU needs to offer better solutions to its partners and take bolder steps to help them in their green transition.
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