1. Joint Statements

   Statement by the European Commission and the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy on the occasion of Universal Children's Day

   This year we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child- the most widely ratified human rights treaty in history that has helped transform children's lives around the world for the better.

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 19/11/2019

2. Statements by the HR/VP

   Declaration by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on Hong Kong

   In light of the continuing rise in violence in Hong Kong, including the latest developments at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, it is crucial that all sides exercise restraint and engage constructively in de-escalation efforts. Any violence is unacceptable. Actions by the law enforcement

   Author: Press and information team of the Delegation to HONG KONG and MACAO - Publication date: 19/11/2019

3. Statements on behalf of the EU

   Declaration by the High Representative on behalf of the EU on the occasion of the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists – 2nd November 2019

   Freedom of expression, in all its forms, is the very essence of democracy. Only with a thriving, free and independent media landscape, we can hold governments, businesses and society at large accountable. And precisely for this fundamental right, far too often, journalists and media workers are

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 31/10/2019

4. Statements by the HR/VP

   Statement by High Representative/Vice-President Federica Mogherini on the occasion of the United Nations Day

   On 24 October we celebrate the laying of the first stone of the most universal multilateral project in history: the United Nations. On this day back in 1945, the UN Charter entered into force and since then, the organisation has worked to deliver on peace, sustainable development and human rights –

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 23/10/2019

5. Factsheets

   EU Asia Security

   With European prosperity and Asian peace and security closely connected, the European Union has decided to strengthen its security cooperation in and with Asia. This is also in line with the steps taken by the EU in the past years to strengthen its role as a global security provider: Europe and Asia

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 17/10/2019

6. Statements on behalf of the EU

   Joint Declaration by the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and the Secretary General of the Council of Europe on the European and World Day against the Death Penalty

   The European Union (EU) and the Council of Europe firmly oppose the death penalty at all times and in all circumstances. The death penalty is a cruel, inhuman and degrading punishment contrary to the right to life. The death penalty means revenge, not justice, and its abolition contributes to the

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 09/10/2019

7. Press releases

   EU charts new ground in global connectivity- looks to boost strategic ties with Asia

   On Friday 27 September 2019, the European Commission will launch its Europa Connectivity Forum – an innovative multi-stakeholder international conference aimed at fostering dialogue and strengthening ties between governments, financial institutions, and private sector actors in Europe and beyond.

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 26/09/2019

8. Factsheets

   Connecting Europe & Asia: The EU Strategy

   Sustainable, comprehensive and rules-based connectivity will contribute to the enhanced prosperity, safety and resilience of people and societies in Europe and Asia.

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 26/09/2019

9. Statements by the HR/VP

   Statement by High Representative/Vice-President Federica Mogherini on the occasion of the International Day of Democracy

   On the occasion of the International Day of Democracy, the European Union reaffirms its commitment towards democracy as a fundamental right of every human being. Every woman and every man has to be free to participate to the political, economic and social life of her or his country. No one should

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 13/09/2019

10. Statements on behalf of the EU

    Declaration by the High Representative, Federica Mogherini, on behalf of the European Union, on the occasion of the International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence based on Religion or Belief

    On this first International Day commemorating the victims of acts of violence based on religion or belief, we pay tribute to all those around the world who lost their lives and suffered attacks because of their religion or belief. Persecution as a response to religious belief or affiliation, or lack

    Author: Strategic Communications - Publication date: 21/08/2019

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