Brussels, 23/03/2011 (Agence Europe) - The European Commission intends to guarantee the rights of European citizens to consular protection and assistance wherever in the world they are, from any EU consulate or embassy. This is the gist of a communication published on Wednesday 23 March, which will be followed by legislative proposals within the next 12 months, a press release reports.
“During emergencies and crises, such as in Japan, Libya or Egypt, EU citizens abroad have the right to...