About the Council

The Europe–China Economic Cooperation and Development Council (ECECDC) is a European organization initiated by former European leaders, including former Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero. Established in Europe with the core mission of promoting Europe–China relations, the Council also actively expands cooperative ties with countries in Central Asia and Southeast Asia. It is committed to building a diverse, interactive, and mutually beneficial bridge of exchange across the Eurasian continent, providing a solid platform for coordinated economic, trade, and cultural development among regions.Learn more>>

Presidium Members

José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero

Chairman

José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero (Former Prime Minister of Spain)
Viorica Dăncilă

Co-Chair

Viorica Dăncilă (Former Prime Minister of Romania)
Dritan Abazović

Co-Chair

Dritan Abazović (Former Prime Minister of Montenegro)

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