Brussels, 22/02/2000 (Agence Europe) - On 21 February, the Portuguese Presidency has made the following Statement on behalf of the European Union:
"The European Union welcomes the signing on 7 February last, of a framework agreement for reform and civil concord, which envisages the suspension of hostilities between government and rebel forces, as well as the liberation of prisoners held by both sides. It hopes that this agreement, coming after the one signed in December 1994, may contribute...