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Foreign interference: a threat to democratic security in Europe

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Parliamentary Assembly
Session
2025 - Second part-session

Summary

The Parliamentary Assembly addresses the ongoing threat of foreign interference to democratic security in Europe, highlighting intentional and covert actions by foreign powers that undermine democratic institutions, electoral processes, and public trust. Notably, the Assembly condemns hostile interference from the Russian Federation, especially since its aggression against Ukraine. It recommends a coordinated response involving collaboration with international organisations such as the EU and OSCE. Emphasising the importance of free and fair elections, the document notes concerns about foreign manipulation through misinformation and voter sentiment distortion. It commends efforts to counter these threats, including the Council of Europe's initiatives on misinformation, algorithmic manipulation, and the Vilnius Convention on artificial intelligence. The Assembly urges the Committee of Ministers to enhance tools to counter foreign interference, promote societal resilience, and establish a clear operational definition for better policy alignment.

Voting results

137 in favor 9 against 5 abstentions