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“Law is Europe’s form of power,” said Secretary General @alain_berset
During his visit to Washington, D.C., he discussed Ukraine, democratic security and the future of international cooperation with US political leaders,
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the Organization of American States and audiences at Georgetown University and the Hudson Institute.
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He argued that Europe must respond to a changing security environment not only through greater military capacity, but by strengthening the democratic and legal foundations on which lasting security depends.
Read more: coe.int/en/web/portal/-/wash…
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Happy European Day of Languages! 🎉
Today, we celebrate Europe’s linguistic diversity and the connections languages help us build.
At the Council of Europe, we promote language learning, linguistic diversity and intercultural dialogue.
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"Languages unite!" says @PACE_President Petra Bayr at a @CoE event in Graz, marking the 2026 European Day of Languages.
More:
pace.coe.int/en/news/10419/m…
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How much do you know about sign languages? 🤟
Here are 5 facts you might not know about sign languages - from their unique grammar and regional varieties to the more than 300 sign languages used worldwide.
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Still curious? We have 15 more facts to share with you: edl.ecml.at/Portals/33/docum…
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Sign language is not a tool but a fully-fledged language.
Austrian badminton player Katrin Neudolt advocates for the equal rights for Deaf athletes and for the provision of sign language interpretation and captions at all events.
Full video: pjp-eu.coe.int/en/web/sport-…
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The Council of Europe has adopted its first Strategy for Equal Rights for LGBTI People! 🏳️🌈
The Strategy (2027–32) sets out a common framework for upholding the dignity and equality of LGBTI people.
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At a time when equality is under pressure, the Strategy reaffirms the Council of Europe’s commitment to ensuring that human rights, democracy and the rule of law remain at the heart of our societies.
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“Where democracy weakens, peace becomes fragile,” said Secretary General @alain_berset.
During the UN General Assembly in New York, he called for stronger international cooperation, the rule of law and democratic security in an increasingly divided world.
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The Secretary General met with @UN officials, national leaders and representatives of regional organisations, and inaugurated the Council of Europe’s first permanent Observer Office to the United Nations.
Read more: go.coe.int/uycY2
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📢 Minority rights are essential to democracy! The @Coe’s latest report highlights growing hostility, discrimination against Roma and Travellers, & declining resources. Protecting diversity strengthens democracy and social cohesion.
🔗 Read the report: go.coe.int/u5Yux
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Solidarity. Respect. European values. 🇪🇺
At the Council of Europe, we promote language learning as a way to respect diversity, connect across cultures and build a more united Europe.
What does learning a language mean to you?
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Thank you to all our partners and friends who joined us for the opening of our new office in New York.
At a time of growing global fragmentation, we need to close the distance between regions.
Our permanent presence here will bring the Council of Europe closer to the @UN and to other regional organisations, and help us strengthen multilateralism by building stronger cooperation around our common legal standards.
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The Council of Europe opens its first UN Observer Office in New York!🗽
During the @UN General Assembly, Secretary General @alain_berset inaugurated the Council of Europe's new permanent base.
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The new permanent presence strengthens cooperation with the UN, as the Secretary General calls for closer ties with other international and regional organisations. This cooperation is based on shared values and principles, as outlined in the Charter of the United Nations.
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The inauguration marks a significant step at a time of growing geopolitical fragmentation and pressure on multilateral institutions.
Read more: coe.int/en/web/der/permanent…
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How do languages unite us?
They connect us across borders, open new perspectives and support participation. At the Council of Europe, we promote language learning, plurilingual and intercultural education, and regional and minority languages.
Read more: coe.int/en/web/language-poli…
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