Speaking to the European Parliament’s Committee on Civil Liberties, Justice and Home Affairs (LIBE) on Monday 22 January, Frans van Daele, Special Envoy for the promotion of freedom of religion or belief outside the EU, offered an insightful view of his mandate and the challenges he faces. He stressed the crucial importance of freedom of religion and belief in maintaining international peace and stability.
Mr van Daele has extended the scope of his mandate beyond religious freedom to...