1. Statements by the Spokesperson

   Afghanistan: Statement by the Spokesperson

   press Category:  Statements by the Spokesperson Regions: Asia Pakistan Editorial Sections: Pakistan Unique ID:  201224_1 Press Location:  Brussels

   Author: Press and information team of the Delegation to PAKISTAN - Publication date: 23/12/2020

2. Statements by the Spokesperson

   MEPP: Statement by the Spokesperson on the appointment of new UN Special Coordinator Wennesland

   The European Union congratulates Tor Wennesland for his appointment as the United Nations Special Coordinator for the Middle East Peace Process. Ambassador Wennesland replaces the outgoing UN Special Coordinator Nickolay Mladenov who made a significant contribution during his mandate, in particular

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 22/12/2020

3. Statements by the Spokesperson

   China: Statement by the Spokesperson on the detention of human rights lawyer Li Yuhan

   On 9 October 2017, human rights lawyer Ms Li Yuhan was detained on suspicion of ‘picking quarrels and provoking trouble’. Ms Li had been active as a defence lawyer and advocate for victims of human rights violations, including human rights lawyers who were detained in the so-called “709 crackdown”.

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 21/12/2020

4. Statements by the Spokesperson

   Turkey: Statement by the Spokesperson on the extension of Mr Kavala's detention

   Languages: Français The European Court of Human Rights had concluded, more than a year ago,  that Osman Kavala’s arrest and pre-trial detention took place in the absence of evidence to support a reasonable suspicion he had committed an offence and pursued an ulterior purpose, namely to silence him

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 21/12/2020

5. Statements by the Spokesperson

   Yemen: Statement by the Spokesperson on the formation of the new Government

   The  announcement of a new Yemeni Government as part of the implementation of the Riyadh Agreement is a positive step towards a comprehensive political solution for the country. The new government will have challenging tasks ahead and will need to take important and courageous decisions for the

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 19/12/2020

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   Russia: Statement by the Spokesperson on the amendments to the “foreign agents” law

   The State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation is considering legislation that would further restrict the activities of foreign NGOs and NGOs recognised as so-called “foreign agents”. The European Union has repeatedly condemned the Russian legislation on “foreign agents” since its

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 18/12/2020

7. Statements by the Spokesperson

   Death penalty: Statement by the Spokesperson on the UN General Assembly’s Resolution on a moratorium on the use of death penalty

   The adoption of the Resolution "Moratorium on the use of death penalty" at the UN General Assembly on 16 December is an important achievement for the abolitionist cause worldwide. The record number of 123 votes in favour, up from 104 when a Resolution was first adopted in 2007, is further

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 17/12/2020

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   Sudan: Statement by the Spokesperson on removing the country from US terrorist list

   Languages: Français The finalisation of the removal of Sudan from the US State Sponsors of Terrorism list represents a significant milestone for Sudan’s ongoing political and economic transition. It will provide a positive momentum for the country’s economic recovery and move it closer to an

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 14/12/2020

9. Statements by the Spokesperson

   China: Statement by the Spokesperson on the arrest of Ms Fan Haze

   Ms. Fan Haze, a Chinese journalist who works for Bloomberg News, was detained on 7 December by the Beijing National Security Bureau, allegedly on suspicion of endangering national security. We expect the Chinese authorities to grant her medical assistance if needed, prompt access to a lawyer of her

   Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 12/12/2020

10. Statements by the Spokesperson

    Iran: Statement by the Spokesperson on the execution of Mr Ruhollah Zam

    On 12 December 2020, Ruhollah Zam, convicted of playing a role in provoking violent riots, was executed in Iran. The European Union condemns this act in the strongest terms and recalls once again its irrevocable opposition to the use of capital punishment under any circumstances. It is also

    Author: EEAS Press Team - Publication date: 12/12/2020

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