Joint statement by the Spokespersons on the peace process in Turkey

European Commission

Joint Statement

Brussels, 1 July 2014

Joint statement by the Spokespersons on the peace process in Turkey

The spokespersons of EU High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the Commission and of the European Commissioner for Enlargement and Neighbourhood Policy, Štefan Füle i, issued the following statement today:

"The EU welcomes the presentation by the Turkish Government of new measures to reinvigorate the peace process and ensure the continuation of the current ceasefire. The new law should provide a stronger legal basis for talks and can make a positive contribution to stability and human rights in Turkey. The EU supports these efforts towards a sustainable peace."