Hungary is “absolutely interested” in negotiation of a new post-Cotonou agreement insured Péter Szijjártó, the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade, however it has also some expectations concerning the Migration Chapter of the agreement, namely reflecting reality on illegal mass migration. The mandate to the European Commission negotiators led by Neven Mimica can be given by…
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International outcry to stop hippos cull in Zambia
Zambian authorities face international pressure to reconsider their decision to overturn the 2016 decision on suspension of the brutal culling of up to 2,000 hippos in the world-famous Luangwa Valley over the next five years. The cull is once again being promoted to trophy hunters as a prey, this time by the South African hunting outfitter Umlilo…
EU-Africa beyond Cotonou agreement
The Council of EU foreign ministers is expected to discuss the negotiating mandate for the future agreement between the EU and the African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries. The current ACP-EU Partnership Agreement, also known as the Cotonou Agreement, will expire in February 2020. Reminder: press briefing today at 10:00 https://t.co/AtI4B79jg5 — EU Council Press (@EUCouncilPress) May…
Congo future elections in EU focus
The Foreign Affairs Council will discuss the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo, following up on the Council conclusions of 11 December 2017 and in view of the foreseen elections at the end of the year. Reminder: press briefing today at 10:00 https://t.co/AtI4B79jg5 — EU Council Press (@EUCouncilPress) May 25, 2018 On 11 December the…
EU launches €400 million aid programmes for Africa
African Union and European Union Commissioners adopted concrete measures to address pressing global issues in key areas such as peace and security, migration, job creation and agriculture. What happens in Africa matters for Europe. Today we met with our @_AfricanUnion partners to discuss global challenges like peace and security. We also launched a €400 million…
Outbreak of cholera in Nigeria
A cholera outbreak has killed 12 people and may have infected at least 134 others in the northeast Nigerian state of Adamawa, an official said on Wednesday (23/05/2018). Deadly Cholera Outbreak in Northwest Nigeria https://t.co/5QFwgI2A7L pic.twitter.com/OqhdDpTVgF — Voice of America (@VOANews) May 23, 2018 “So far 12 people have died from the disease and there…
EU calls for trainee for Lesotho
Are you a young graduate interested in international relations? Are you curious to learn more about work in a diplomatic mission and how an EU Delegation represents EU interests and values in the Kingdom of Lesotho? What we offer We are offering a traineeship of 6 months within the political and economic sections of the EU Delegation to…
Policeman killed in Ouagadougou in counterterrorist raid
Burkina Faso security forces neutralised three suspected terrorists and arrested one more on Tuesday (22/05/2017) morning in an operation on the outskirts of the capital Ouagadougou, state television reported. #BREAKING At least 3 dead in anti-terror arrests in Burkina Faso capital — AFP News Agency (@AFP) May 22, 2018 One policeman was killed in the…
EU pledges €1.45 billion for The Gambia to assist democratic transition
A total of €1.45 billion were mobilised by the International Conference for The Gambia, co-chaired by The Gambia and the European Union. The reinforced political and financial support by the international community will assist The Gambia in continuing its democratic transition, building on strong democratic institutions, the respect of human rights and the rule of…
Burundi leader can stay until 2034
The overwhelming majority of Burundi voters (73%) approved a new constitution, the country’s electoral commission said on Monday (21/05/2018), ushering in changes that could let the president stay in power to 2034. BREAKING: Burundi’s voters just approved a new Constitution that allows President Pierre Nkurunziza to rule until 2034. pic.twitter.com/AdZTtKrAFs — AJ+ (@ajplus) May 21,…
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