On the International Day for the World’s Indigenous Peoples, we celebrate the contributions of indigenous peoples to the diversity and richness of civilizations and cultures and indeed to our common heritage. It is also a day where we take stock of the many achievements in the recognition and
As part of its External Investment Plan, the EU gave its green light to a package of financial guarantee programmes worth around €800 million on 10 July. This will help to leverage an estimated €8-9 billion in public and private investment in Africa and the Neighbourhood.
Ambassador Christina Lassen met today with Prime Minister-designate Saad Hariri. They exchanged views on the political, economic and security situation in Lebanon. Ambassador Lassen expressed hope that the consultation efforts by the Prime Minister-designate would soon resolve in a line-up of a new
To mark the 70 th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the European Union in Lebanon is launching a photo competition on four human rights themes: freedom of speech, gender equality, refugee rights and fighting against torture. To take part, simply snap a picture, post it on
In 2017 every 2 seconds one person was forced to flee their home due to war, persecution or violence. With millions of people in need on a record high the European Union continues its work with partners around the world to address the humanitarian challenges and to provide long-term support. Last
Violence against women and girls still takes place every day, inside and outside the European Union. This violation of human rights is pervasive and has many different faces: it happens regardless of social background, whether at home, at work, at school, in the street, playing sports or online. It
The EUD in Lebanon commissioned a Gender Analysis to provide insight into whether gender inequalities persist in Lebanon. The Gender Analysis looks into the causes of identified inequalities, how they intersect with other inequalities and how they impact on human rights enjoyment and/or benefits
/file/bkessinejpg_enbkessine.jpg Bkessine Briquetting Plant The EU has funded the implementation of a 500 tonnes biomass briquettes facility in the village of Bkessine, South of Lebanon. The Project was implemented by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), in coordination with the
In a more challenging global environment, the European Union needs to step up its actions to enhance its ability to prevent conflicts, build peace and strengthen international security. By proposing a new European Peace Facility (EPF) the European Union is taking another step towards cementing its
This report has been produced by the European Union Election Observation Mission (EU EOM) to Lebanon 2018 and contains the conclusions of its observation of the parliamentary elections on 6 May.
Editorial Sections: EEAS Middle East & North Africa (MENA) Israel Jordan Lebanon Palestine (*)- Occupied Palestinian Territory, West Bank and Gaza Strip Common Foreign & Security Policy (CFSP) Conflict Prevention, Peace building and Mediation Crisis Response 2018_03_20_ahlc_20_march_2018
