The relations between the EU and Belarus are developing gradually. Negotiations on a Partnership and Cooperation Agreement were completed in 1995, but the document was not ratified. Belarus is a participant in the European Neighborhood Policy, but its participation is limited. Currently, relations between Belarus and the EU are based on the General Affairs and External Relations Council Conclusions. While the EU is ready to deepen the relations with Belarus, this process is hampered by the absence of clear demonstration of respect for democratic values and the rule of law by the Belarusian authorities. Technical cooperation is carried out under the European Neighborhood and Partnership Instrument. Belarus is not a member of the Council of Europe and is not obliged to comply with its standards of local government.

Belarus is represented by its Mission in Brussels, at regional level the country is represented in CORLEAP by deputies from Councils of Deputies (Councils of Deputies, oblast level).