The EU outlines a new strategy for the Danube region. At the same time, a declaration opens way for MEPs to vote on 2011 budget. In addition, the Netherlands will clear the path for Montenegro’s EU candidacy. In the meantime, the Union calls for fair elections in Kosovo. Furthermore, Rwandan peacekeepers claim to be prepared for the Sudanese referendum, while the AU Peace Security Council meets on Ivory Coast. Elsewhere, Nigerian NGO takes actions on political empowerment of women.