The European Security and Defence Policy (ESDP) is a framework established by the European Union (EU) to enhance its ability to respond to security challenges. It aims to promote peace, stability, and security in Europe and beyond through crisis management operations, conflict prevention, and peacekeeping missions. The ESDP is part of the broader Common Security and Defence Policy (CSDP), which allows the EU to deploy military and civilian missions. It involves cooperation among EU member states and aims to strengthen the EU's role in global security while complementing the efforts of other organizations like NATO.