The Union for the Mediterranean was designed to be a multifaceted project, the intention of which was to create a framework to manage both bilateral and regional relations among the nations of the Mediterranean. It is based upon the principles of joint ownership, dialogue and cooperation. It seeks to develop the region by focusing on "Political and Security Partnership," "Sustainable Socio-Economic Development and Reform," "Educational and Socio-Cultural Exchanges," and "Migration, Social Integration, Justice and Security." It is also meant to apply many of the principles of the EU to a...