Africa: Statement by the Spokesperson on the United States' decision to withdraw from the United Nations Human Rights Council

press release

The United States today announced its decision to withdraw from the United Nations Human Rights Council, to which they were elected in 2016 for a three year mandate.

The US has always been at the forefront of the protection of human rights around the world and has for many years been a strong partner for the European Union in the Human Rights Council. Today's decision risks undermining the role of the US as a champion and supporter of democracy on the world stage. The European Union will nevertheless continue  to defend human rights and fundamental freedoms, whether in multilateral fora or around the world, also by cooperating with the US whenever possible.

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