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In accordance with the Treaty of Lisbon and the mandate established for the European External Action Service (EEAS), what is its main function and under what political guidance does this service operate? A The EEAS is responsible exclusively for the internal management of the single market and competition policy, acting under the direct direction of the European Commission. B The EEAS operates under the political guidance of the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy (who is also Vice-President of the Commission), with the aim of providing coherence and coordination to the EU's international action. C The EEAS's main function is the negotiation of bilateral trade agreements, operating autonomously under the exclusive supervision of the European Council. D The EEAS acts as an independent body with executive authority to direct the Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP) without the need to consult the High Representative.
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