The goal, nonetheless, obviously remains the global coherence of exter
nal action. This is explicitly stressed by the Treaty of Lisbon: Article 21 TEU uses a formulation similar to that of the two
parts referring to foreign policy (Article 23 TEU and Article 205 TFEU): 'The Union's action on the international scene, pursuant to this Chapter, shall be guided by the principles, shall pursue the objectives of, and be conducted in accordance with, the general provisions laid down in Chapter 1' (Articles 21 and 22 TEU - Title V of the Union
...[+++] Treaty).