Algeria
Egypt
Israel
Jordan
Lebanon
Libya
Morocco
Palestine *
Syria *
TunisiaStatement by HR/VP Federica Mogherini on the occasion of the International Day of Democracy
On the occasion of the International Day of Democracy, the European Union reaffirms its commitment towards democracy as a fundamental right of every human being. Every woman and every man has to be free to participate to the political, economic and social life of her or his country. No one should fear to speak up, to demonstrate peacefully, to go to vote or to expect fair and inclusive policies from a government. Democracy can only function if participation and trust between democratic state institutions, governments and citizens are guaranteed.
In Europe and elsewhere in the world, the erosion of civil liberties and different kinds of manipulation and disinformation, especially during electoral campaigns, are on the rise. Numerous pro-democracy movements and whistleblowers continue to lead the way in standing up for democracy and to claim their civil and political rights. Their courage and determination are an example and inspiration to us all.
Through its external action, the EU is supporting partner countries to put in place and preserve participative, representative and accountable democratic and electoral institutions. EU electoral assistance has amounted for more than €250 million in the last five years, delivering capacity-building, technical and material support to electoral processes in 50 countries.
Everywhere in the world, work for democracy remains our top priority.
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Countries covered:
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Algeria
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Egypt
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Israel
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Jordan
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Lebanon
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Libya
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Morocco
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Palestine *
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Syria *
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Tunisia
