'Strengthening EU Action in Afghanistan and Pakistan' [pdf], Council of the European Union, 27 October 2009
Pakistan related information begins at page two and again at page 13.
EXCERPT: "3. The Council acknowledges the ongoing efforts of the government of Pakistan to re-establish full control over South Waziristan, as an important step in countering instability, terrorism and cross-border insurgency. The EU urges Pakistan to meet its obligations to protect the civilian population. The EU stands ready to assist all civilians affected by fighting in accordance with basic humanitarian principles and provided proper access can be granted and needs assessed. The EU is concerned about the security situation in Pakistan and regrets that hundreds of innocent civilians have become victims of indiscriminate attacks aimed at destabilising the Pakistani state. The EU is firm in its support of the government of Pakistan and encourages it to adopt a comprehensive strategy to fight terrorism and address its root causes."
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Related articles:
Press release: Strengthening EU action in Afghanistan and Pakistan, European Union, 27 October 2009
EU to increase support for S Asia, BBC News, 27 October 2009
Pakistan: EU's dilemma, DAWN, 16 October 2009
EU foreign ministers discuss "Afpak" Strategy, Iran, Middle East, Radio Free Europe / Radio Liberty, 4 September 2009
