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What is the main function of the European External Action Service (EEAS) according to the Treaty of Lisbon and its mission statement, and under what political direction does it operate? A The EEAS manages the budget of the Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) and operates under the exclusive direction of the European Parliament to ensure financial transparency. B The EEAS is exclusively responsible for the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) and crisis management in conflict zones, without having competences in the general coordination of the EU's international action. C The EEAS coordinates the Union's international action and works under the political guidance of the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, who also serves as Vice-President of the European Commission. D The EEAS is the body responsible for managing the Neighbourhood Policy and relations with candidate countries, operating independently of the European Council and the Commission.
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