About 40 Countries Are Expected on November 12 to Back a Draft European Security Declaration in Dublin: Matters Affecting European Security Should Be Decided With the Europeans, Draft Initiated by France's Foreign Minister and Seen by Reuters 英文全文： DUBLIN, Ireland — Reuters reported on November 12 that a group of about 40 countries is expected to say that any matter affecting European security should be decided with the Europeans, according to a draft declaration on key principles of European security seen by Reuters.
DUBLIN, Ireland — Reuters reported on November 12 that a group of about 40 countries is expected to say that any matter affecting European security should be decided with the Europeans, according to a draft declaration on key principles of European security seen by Reuters.
The declaration comes as European leaders gathered for a summit in Dublin, which underscored that Europe must have a voice in any talks on its future amid an ongoing debate about how Europe should approach United States led talks with Russia and Ukraine.
The draft declaration was initiated by France's foreign minister. The signatory states recall that the path to peace in Ukraine should be decided with Ukraine and that any matter affecting European security should be decided with the Europeans.
The signatories laid out their support for principles including respect for the sovereign equality of states, the inviolability of borders and the right to choose whether to participate in alliances, as well as a commitment to human rights. The draft listed common objectives including upholding security and stability in Europe and protecting human rights and democratic systems. French President Emmanuel Macron said there was a need for coordination within a broader Europe. The total number of signatory states was still to be finalised.
Source: Reuters
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