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A more proactive approach to protect the victims of natural and man-made disasters

03/10/2019 | Session

It is estimated that 200 million people will be displaced globally by 2050 because of climate change. And the human mobility and displacement due to this degradation require a better response, the Assembly said.

Recognise obstetrical and gynaecological violence and protect patients’ rights

03/10/2019 | Session

Following a debate on obstetrical and gynaecological violence, PACE has called on national parliaments to discuss the protection of patients' rights in order to contribute to public debate and the lifting of taboos.

Current affairs debate

03/10/2019 | Session

PACE held a current affairs debate on ‘Democratic rights violations and suppression of peaceful protests in the Russian Federation against the background of elections to the Moscow City Council’.

Republic of Moldova: PACE welcomes ‘resilience and restraint’ of Moldovans in crisis situation

03/10/2019 | Session

Given the polarised context in the Republic of Moldova, the Parliamentary Assembly has welcomed the peaceful transition of power and “the resilience and restraint” demonstrated by the Moldovan people.

Independence and common standards for Ombudsman institutions

02/10/2019 | Session

“There is an urgent need to establish common norms governing the functioning of Ombudsman institutions, and in particular ways in which their independence should be ensured,” PACE said, adopting a resolution today.

Marija Pejčinović Burić to use full powers to ensure human rights protection

02/10/2019 | Session

Council of Europe Secretary General Marija Pejčinović Burić pledged to use her full powers to ensure human rights standards were respected throughout the Council of Europe region.

Council of Europe Bank can work for a more inclusive society

02/10/2019 | Session

Despite complexities in the economic, financial and regulatory environment of the Development Bank's activity, the Assembly has hailed its success in managing risk and its support for social projects.

PACE elects Ana Maria Guerra Martins judge to the European Court of Human Rights in respect of Portugal

02/10/2019 | Session

The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) today elected Ana Maria Guerra Martins as judge to the European Court of Human Rights in respect of Portugal.

For adequate protection and support for victims of terrorism

02/10/2019 | Session

PACE has proposed a set of measures concerning the recognition of the status of victims of terrorism, specific support at national and international level, as well as co-operation with civil society.

Post-monitoring dialogue: PACE commends North Macedonia on progress since 2013

02/10/2019 | Session

PACE has commended the authorities of North Macedonia for the progress made since 2013 as part of its post-monitoring dialogue with the country - and set out a list of five areas it will further assess in its next report.

PACE demands strong laws to protect whistleblowers

01/10/2019 | Session

Council of Europe member States should pass powerful laws to protect whistleblowers, drawing inspiration from a forthcoming EU Directive in this area, the Assembly has said.

Emmanuel Macron: ‘The Council of Europe is the place where the divisions on our continent can be healed’

01/10/2019 | Session

In his address to the Assembly today, the President of the French Republic Emmanuel Macron paid tribute to the “70 years of battles and conquests that are all part of the Council of Europe’s wealth of experience”.