Brussels, 11/12/2000 (Agence Europe) - The French Presidency issued the following declaration on behalf of the EU:
"The European Union welcomes the recent decision by the Indian authorities to declare a unilateral ceasefire in Kashmir throughout Ramadhan. The Union is likewise pleased to note Pakistan's statement that it would exercise "maximum restraint" along the line of control. Such encouraging moves will make for a calmer atmosphere conducive to efforts to find a peaceful solution, in...