EU bid to upgrade UN status hits roadblock
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An attempt by the European Union to upgrade its status at the United Nations hit a roadblock on Tuesday when the General Assembly voted to postpone consideration of the changes Brussels wanted.
As part of efforts to boost its role on the world stage in line with its Lisbon Treaty, the 27-nation EU wants to speak in the assembly through its permanent officials rather than the ambassador of the country holding its rotating presidency. (Reuters)
