29/08/2003 (Agence Europe) - On 28 August, the Italian Presidency made the following declaration, supported by candidate countries and EFTA states: "The European Union welcomes the cessation of hostilities mutually agreed by the peace panels of the Philippine government and the MILF and particularly the decision taken by the Philippine government in this regard. The EU supports the stability and territorial integrity of the Philippines and the efforts of their government in the fight against...