The United States and European Union (EU) met in Washington D.C. to reaffirm the strong transatlantic partnership and the joint commitment of a regular dialogue between the two. Both sides remain committed to uphold democratic values while strengthening the respect for the rule of law.
According to a press release on the U.S. Department of Justice website, both parties are committed to supporting Ukraine and its people in their fight against Russia's illegal and unprovoked war of aggression, providing protection to those forced to flee Ukraine and expressing concern for those currently living under Russian occupation or displaced due to Russian aggression. "Full accountability for atrocities committed against Ukraine and call for continued efforts to establish a tribunal for the prosecution of the crime of aggression against Ukraine will be made," said U.S. Department of Justice. Additionally, they praised the role of the International Criminal Court, Ukrainian courts, and other courts in accountability efforts while condemning Russian attempts to undermine their work.
Both nations are addressing security threats caused by the Russian invasion, particularly working with Ukraine to combat trafficking of firearms, small arms, human beings, assisting with justice reform, rule of law, anti-corruption efforts. The United States and EU agreed on deepening cooperation supporting Republic of Moldova focusing on rule of law and justice reforms along with terrorism and violent extremism related issues.
The United States and EU are also committed to combating terrorism and violent extremism focusing on strengthening law enforcement preventing radicalization. They addressed concerns about criminal acts inspired by hate including antisemitism Islamophobia and discussed negative effects algorithmic amplification misuse platform services. They stressed importance exchange effective use terrorism-related information which include battlefield information financial intelligence Passenger Name Records.
