It's not the EU's place to lecture, but… It's not the EU's place to lecture to the Mediterranean third countries, or to give out compliments or criticism. It is true that these countries are so closely linked to Europe by history, geography, traditions and a common past that their developments are followed with particular interest. But it is not up to the EU to pass judgment on them. Their elections are carried out properly, in general (this section will have more to say on the ones which...