Council of Europe Urges Italy’s Meloni: No Political Pressure on ECHR in Migration Debate

The Council of Europe Secretary Alain Berset recently emphasized the independence of the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) amid ongoing debates surrounding migration policies.

Key Points from the Statement

• The ECHR must remain impartial and free from any political influence.
• The position comes in light of concerns linked to Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s administration and their reactions to ECHR rulings related to migration.
• Berset reaffirmed the court’s role as an independent judicial body that should operate without governmental pressure.

Significance of the Council’s Message

The Council of Europe aims to:

1. Advocate for the protection and upholding of human rights standards across all member states.
2. Safeguard the judicial independence of the ECHR to ensure decisions remain fair and unbiased, particularly on sensitive issues like migration.
3. Maintain public confidence in the ECHR’s role within Europe’s legal and human rights framework.

These efforts highlight the ongoing commitment to ensuring that the ECHR continues to function as a neutral and authoritative body in safeguarding human rights across Europe.

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