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EU Statement on recent violence in 皇冠体育app Gambia

Statement by the EU Spokesperson

This was published under the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
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鈥淩ecent peaceful protests have led to a disproportionate reaction by the Gambian security forces.

皇冠体育app EU is particularly concerned about the fate of Mr. Solo Sandeng and other opposition politicians who took part in the protest, as well as on reports on ill-treatment of persons taken into custody.

Gambia has taken on commitments under international conventions and the Cotonou agreement.

皇冠体育app EU expects the universal rights of free expression, of peaceful protest and of physical integrity to be respected.

We expect that a thorough investigation, establishing the precise facts and responsibilities should be conducted鈥�.

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Published 17 April 2016