Press review

EU’s upcoming law on internet personal data storage has promoted opposition across Europe. Elsewhere, the Central African Republic is asking UN for help to maintain peace in the region. In addition, the UN Women Agency is demanding measures on violence against women in conflict zones. Meanwhile, women demand increased participation in Ghana’s political process.

The Commission is to present options for new tax in order to raise money for EU budget. Meanwhile, a conflict between Iceland and the Union may postpone the country’s accession process. Elsewhere, UN chief is concerned about Darfur’s peace deterioration, while a South African minister calls for developing women through education. In addition, Kyrgyz elections are scheduled for October.

Poland shows ambitions to shape the future of the EU during its chairmanship. Meanwhile, diplomatic pressure is imposed on Serbia for its stubbornness on Kosovo. Elsewhere, the EU is satisfied with Kenya’s referendum results, while the president of Ivory Coast rejects foreign political pressure and postpones elections in the country. In addition, Nigeria starts a new campaign on political empowerment of women.

UK diplomat was appointed EU envoy for Sudan. Moreover, Kenya accepted new Constitution, protecting human rights and gender parity. Meanwhile, Angolan NGO runs seminars on children rights. In addition, Zambia’s election violence threatens women representation in the vote.

Kosovo urges UN to recognize its independence. Meanwhile, Kyrgyz President admits abuses of rights of the minority Uzbeks, committed by security forces. In addition, Angola approved a gender development protocol, while Sierra Leone trains women on leadership. Elsewhere, Nigeria was criminated for lack of peace-keeping policy.

EU has dropped irregular border crossings for last year. Meanwhile, Croatia is paving its way to EU accession. Elsewhere, Africa is urged to show more synergy on development issues, while Sudan will share EU aid with Sahelian region. In addition, Nigeria fights child labour.

EU is to discuss immigrants’ status and ‘naturalisation’ criteria. In addition, the Union will end its security mission in Guniea-Bissau. Furthermore, a Christian organization in Angola encourages youths to join electoral registration, while new gender bill is about to be approved in South Africa.

EU-Serbia relations remain strained due to Serbia’s stubbornness on Kosovo’s statute. Moreover, the UN and the African Union are extending their peacekeeping forces in Darfur, as tension rises. In addition, Kenya is divided on a new Constitution issue, while women in Africa aim for more equal society.  

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.