EU Global Human Rights Report 2015

Summary

An assessment of global human rights in 2015 and a call for the EU to strengthen its policy response to protect democracy and vulnerable populations.
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Key points

  • The report expresses deep concern over the global decline in democratic values and the increasing repression of civil society by authoritarian regimes.
  • The EU reaffirms its commitment to a foreign policy guided by the principles of democracy, the rule of law, and human rights as established in European treaties.
  • The document calls for the full implementation of the EU's strategic action plan to address human rights challenges through coordinated instruments.
  • The report highlights the urgent need to protect vulnerable groups, including women, children, and migrants, ensuring their access to health, education, and safety.
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