Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset declared that local democracy serves as Europe’s early warning system against democratic backsliding during an address to regional and local European civic leaders.
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European Drug Policy Reform Drives Security
Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset calls for unified, people-centred European drug policies combining tough law enforcement, early prevention, and holistic recovery to safeguard democratic security and public trust.
World Forum for Democracy 2026 Priorities
The Council of Europe hosts the World Forum for Democracy 2026 in Strasbourg, advancing democratic foresight, addressing global threats, and presenting the New Democratic Pact for Europe alongside youth participation.
Council of Europe and Microsoft Sign AI Pact
The Council of Europe and Microsoft signed a historic framework agreement in Strasbourg to ensure artificial intelligence development upholds human rights, democracy, linguistic diversity, and the international rule of law.
PACE Defends ICC Judges From Foreign Threats
The Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe unanimously condemned foreign threats against ICC judges, urging European nations to activate legal protections and guarantee essential operational services for court officials.
Nasrin Sotoudeh Wins 2026 Václav Havel Prize
Iranian lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh received the 2026 Václav Havel Human Rights Prize for defending activists and fighting compulsory hijab laws. Her daughter accepted the award at the Council of Europe.
Council of Europe Opens UN Observer Office
The Council of Europe has launched its first permanent UN Observer Office in New York to deepen global cooperation, promote international law, and advance human rights, democracy, and democratic security.
Council of Europe Opens UN Observer Office
Council of Europe Secretary General Alain Berset opens a new UN Permanent Observer Office in New York to strengthen multilateral diplomacy, transatlantic cooperation, and regional partnerships amid growing geopolitical challenges.