In response to an invitation by the Supreme Electoral Tribunal (TSE), the European Union has decided to deploy an EU Election Observation Mission (EOM) for the upcoming general elections scheduled in Guatemala for 25 June and 20 August. EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Josep Borrell has appointed Mr Jordi Cañas Pérez, […]
Guatemala: Deterioration of the rule of law and harassment of activists and journalists
The European Parliament is concerned about the deterioration of the rule of law in Guatemala and condemns the criminalization and harassment of human rights defenders and journalists. In a resolution approved by the plenary by a show of hands, the Chamber criticizes the judicial actions initiated by the Supreme Court of Justice and the Attorney […]