17/06/2005 (Agence Europe) - In its conclusions, the European Council welcomed the reinforcement of dialogue between the EU and all African countries, which has been made possible by the affirmation of the political role of the African Union (AU). Holding the second EU-Africa summit in Lisbon "as soon as possible" is "an important objective", said European Council, which calls upon the Council of the EU to draw up a "long-term global strategy for Africa" ahead of the U. N. summit to be held...