Při plnění těchto úkolů je předsednictví případně nápomocen příští předsedající členský stát .
The Union shall define and implement a common foreign and security policy covering all areas of foreign and security policy , the objectives of which shall be : --- to safeguard the common values , fundamental interests , independence and integrity of the Union in conformity with the principles of the United Nations Charter , to strengthen the security of the Union in all ways , to preserve peace and strengthen international security , in accordance with the principles of the United Nations Charter , as well as the principles of the Helsinki Final Act and the objectives of the Paris Charter , including those on external borders , to promote international cooperation , to develop and consolidate democracy and the rule of law , and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms .