20/11/2007 (Agence Europe) - The External Relations Council on Monday 19 November 2007 welcomed the lifting of the state of emergency in Georgia, but criticised the fact that serious restrictions on freedom of the press are still in place. The ministers also urged President Mikhail Sakashvili to ensure the 5 January 2008 presidential elections and future general elections respect democratic principles. Meanwhile, on request from the EU and the United States, Poland has said it is prepared to...