Press review

An OSCE report warns about lack of media freedom in EU countries. Meanwhile, Kosovo’s foreign minister is optimistic about the country’s recognition of independence. Elsewhere, a Nigerian state promotes democracy through free education. In addition, UN officials consider progress in Sudan’s peace promotion.

EU’s ageing population faces the increasing role of immigrant flows. In addition, Croatia is on its way to successful EU accession, ahead of Iceland. Elsewhere, the European Union agreed on aid for Somalia. Meanwhile, Sudan launched a human rights sub-forum, while South Africa leaders stressed women emancipation issues.   

EU remains divided on Kosovo independence despite ICJ opinion. Still, the Union encourages Serbia’s accession dialogue. Furthermore, Brussels is worried about Iceland’s falling support for the EU accession. Meanwhile, the UN approves African decision to reinforce mission in Somalia. In addition, the African Union launches a peace initiative, while African leaders are urged to invest more in vulnerable groups’ health.

EU foreign ministers approved the overall structure of the new diplomatic service, which will start by December. Meanwhile, the UK warns the Union of neglecting Turkey’s membership. In addition, Kosovo has headed for UN and EU accession. Furthermore, EU has restored ties with Niger, providing development aid, while a coalition of opposition parties boycotts Burundi’s elections.

The International Court of Justice found Kosovo secession legal. Meanwhile, the EU granted 15m euro food aid to Ethiopia. In addition, Burundi was found East Africa’s most corrupt country, while in Sudan bursts of violence are observed. Elsewhere, Zambia strives for equal sex representation in parliament. 

EU is discussing the European Citizens' Initiative implementation and the common asylum plan. Meanwhile, Turkey revises its policy towards child imprisonment. In addition, the Union provides funding to Ethiopian civil society, while Ghana struggles for improvement in women’s socio-economic status. Moreover, UNICEF has managed to sign a child protection pact with key rebel group in Darfur.

The Commission report has shown progress in Bulgaria’s fight against corruption, while dissatisfied with Romania’s results. The EU is looking to review relations with Switzerland. Meanwhile, Turkish opposition is trying to lower the election threshold. Elsewhere, UN accuses five of its members of arms transfer to rights violators. In addition, Nigerians struggle for fair elections, while Kenya fights sex discrimination. 

The EU is being reprimanded for its institutions’ expansion. Meanwhile, the Union has opened talks on Georgia’s association agreement. At the same time, an attempt for overcoming conflicts between neighbouring Serbia and Croatia was made, serving the purpose of EU accession. Elsewhere, UN allocates funds among nine countries, while Cameroon is struggling for access to quality education.

National parliaments debate EU future regional policy, while Olaf investigates EU agencies. At the same time, the Union prepares itself for court opinion on Kosovo’s independence. Elsewhere, the UN is measuring poverty reduction and development rates, while in Nigeria youth movements are struggling for fair elections.

The EU is going to struggle for new powers at United Nations. Furthermore, the Union is about to renew accession talks with Turkey. But it is concerned about the media freedom in candidate-countries from the Balkans. Meanwhile, Kyrgyzstan has formed a new government. In addition, UN representative alarms that peace in West Africa remains fragile. While Rwanda calls for support to disabled people.