CFSP Statement
Statement by the Presidency of the European Union on the situation in Togo

Date of release : 28-04-2005

Policy area : General Affairs and External Relations

The Presidency expresses its grave concern regarding the development of the situation in Lomé, as in the rest of Togo, following the elections of 24 April. It pays tribute to the people of Togo, who have taken part in the ballot despite difficult conditions.

The Presidency steadfastly condemns the current wave of violence and launches an urgent appeal to all of the parties to restore calm. In this respect, it exhorts the Security Forces to exercise their duty to maintain order with strict respect for human rights, in order to avoid any exaction against the population.

The Presidency encourages the leaders of all the political forces and civil and military institutions to prove their total commitment to undertake the route of national reconciliation and to achieve a successful transition.