23/04/2026 | 17:59:23 Honourable Chair, Distinguished delegates, In my country, the effort to uphold cultural diversity, freedom of expression and access to information while ensuring effective enforcement of copyright stand as a central pillar of its European Union accession process. This balance is not merely a legal or technical requirement. It is a reflection of the country's broader democratic transformation and its commitment to European values. As of 2026, the Republic of North Macedonia has made notable... 21/04/2026 | 18:01:05 Thank you, Chair. Distinguished guests, dear colleagues. Today I stand before you to address a topic that lies at the very heart of democratic societies: countering discrimination based on religion and protecting freedom of religion and belief in Europe. Europe has long been recognised as a region committed to human rights, diversity and inclusion. The protection of freedom of religion or belief is not only a moral obligation, but also a legal one, embedded in a strong and multilayered... 21/04/2026 | 16:37:02 Thank you, Mister Chair. Across Council of Europe member states, elected representatives from local councillors to national leaders face rising threats, intimidation, verbal abuse, physical attacks, online harassment and dehumanising rhetoric. Countless officials endure daily hostility that drives self-censorship, altered decisions, reduced public engagement and withdrawals from politics. This especially deters women, minorities and youth, eroding diverse representation and trust in... 29/01/2026 | 19:41:10 Dear Madam President, Dear colleagues, It is an honor to address this Assembly today on behalf of my country, a country that has chosen, consistently and decisively, the path of European values, democratic reform and constructive co-operation. For three decades, our membership in the Council of Europe has been a guiding framework for transformation. This Draft Resolution before us recognizes not only where we stand today, but also the seriousness with which we have approached our obligations...