European Union

Asylum-seekers from various countries gather near the northern French port of Calais

UN agency calls on European Union to reinforce refugees’ rights

11 December 2009
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) today welcomed a new European Union (EU) asylum programme, but urged the body of nations to ensure the rights of refugees are protected.
Deputy Secretary-General Asha-Rose Migiro

Migiro lauds extensive partnership between UN and European Union

12 October 2009
Deputy Secretary-General Asha-Rose Migiro today highlighted the vital partnership between the United Nations and the European Union (EU) in helping to improve the lives of millions of people around the world, particularly through their support to countries emerging from crises.