Diritti umani e democrazia nel mondo e politica dell'Unione europea in materia – relazione annuale 2025

Di cosa si tratta?

• The report addresses the global decline in human rights and democracy, urging the EU to prioritize their protection in foreign policy.
• It highlights the erosion of democratic systems, shrinking civic spaces, and rising authoritarian practices such as surveillance and censorship.
• The EU is called to reinforce multilateral cooperation to uphold international institutions like the International Criminal Court and combat impunity.
• Funding for human rights and democracy promotion must be secured and targeted to protect vulnerable groups, including women, minorities, and journalists.
• The report also stresses the need for binding human rights clauses in trade agreements and greater civil society involvement.