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According to Article 221 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, which of the following accurately describes the authority and operational framework of Union delegations? A They are governed by Article 216 TFEU, which mandates that delegations represent the Union exclusively under the mandate of the Council without reference to the High Representative. B They were established by the Treaty of Lisbon to replace the Council's General Secretariat entirely, operating under the direct command of the President of the European Council. C They are placed under the authority of the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and must act in close cooperation with Member States' diplomatic and consular missions. D They are placed under the authority of the European Commission and must act independently of Member States' diplomatic missions to ensure a unified EU voice.
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