Rome: conference on development and migration

Brussels 23.07.2023 The international conference on development and migration underway at the Farnesina palace, Rome, was opened by the words of the Prime minister Giorgia Meloni. “What we are inaugurating is above all a dialogue between equals, based on mutual respect, because there cannot be a competitive or conflictual relationship between Europe and the enlarged…

Italy: partnerships with Africa

Brussels 22.07.2023 Mediterranean and Middle East countries will meet in Rome on Sunday, July 23, to boost efforts to stem illegal migration flows, with Italy explaining the aim is to help countries in Africa in order to reduce the impetus for migrants to reach Europe. Illegal departures from Libya and Tunisia +600%: 30 boats invade…

Celebrating Africa Day 2023

Brussels 25.06.2023 Africa Day marks the founding in 1963 of the Organization of African Unity, which now known as the African Union providing an annual opportunity to reflect on the challenges and achievements of the Governments and peoples of Africa. This year’s celebration has particular significance as it marks the 50th anniversary of independence of…

International Leopard Day: poaching catastrophe

Brussels 03.05.2023 Every year on the 3rd May is the celebration of International Leopard Day. In an ongoing attempt to increase awareness of the importance of this species, this is a day that celebrates leopards focus on the global awareness of their status as well as the threats that leopard populations are faced with. Did…

EU: reduction of irregular migration

Brussels 10.02.2023 “The European Union will step up its action to prevent irregular departures and loss of life, to reduce pressure on EU borders and on reception capacities, to fight against smugglers and to increase returns. This will be done by intensifying cooperation with countries of origin and transit through mutually beneficial partnerships. All migratory…

Chad: MEPs condemn human rights restrictions

European Parliament condemns the restriction of the fundamental right to demonstrate and the use of violence against pro-democracy protesters and civil society in Chad during the protests of October 2022. In their resolution, MEPs call for all protesters held by the Chadian government to be released and granted legal protection. They condemn their prosecution in…

Washington: US-Africa Leaders Summit

Brussels 09.12.2022 US-Africa Leaders Summit Brings 50 African Voices to Washington, the VoA news reports. The Biden administration wishes to use a gathering of 50 African delegations in Washington “to uplift and empower African institutions, citizens and nations” through discussions about challenges such as healthcare, democracy, governance, investment, development, climate change challenges and many others,…

Chad: Borrell condemns violence

Brussels 23.10.2022 “The European Union strongly condemns the violence perpetrated today in several towns in Chad which has led to the death of some fifty people. The repression of demonstrations and the excessive use of force constitute serious attacks on the freedoms of expression and demonstration which undermine the ongoing transition process” reads the Statement…

Tigray: towards peace

Brussels 12.09.2022 “The Regional Government of Tigray announces its readiness to abide by an immediate cessation of hostilities and to participate in AU-led peace process. This opportunity should be seized by all. Now. EU ready to support” writes the EU top diplomat Josep Borrell. Ethiopia’s Tigray rebels said Sunday, September 11, they were ready for…

Mozambique: fighting terrorism

Brussels 12.09.2022 “Last week I was in Mozambique, a country where EU support plays a significant including through one of the largest recipients of EU support and host to one of our EU military training missions” writes the EU top diplomat Josep Borrell. Our training mission @EUTMMozambique is a key element in our integrated approach…