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Dutch diplomat

[Kaja Kallas @kajakallas]

EU Member States are serious about protecting the @IntlCrimCourt and a world governed by international law.

In The Hague, I met ICC President Tomoko Akane to convey the EU’s strong support for the Court, its judges, and their work.

The European Council has expressed its deep regret over the U.S. announcement to impose sanctions against the ICC and has urged to reverse them.

The EU will use the next six months for dialogue, to find a solution and explore what more we can do to help the Court.

The Sakharov Prize recognises the ICC’s vital work in giving victims of the gravest crimes a voice. The Court must remain able to pursue justice independently, free from pressure or intimidation.

[Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ]

During my meeting with the President, Vice President and Registrar of the @IntlCrimCourt, I was deeply impressed by their leadership in these challenging times. The Netherlands stands firm in its defense of the Court.

[European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺 @eu_eeas]

Following the announcement of US sanctions against the International Criminal Court, the EU reaffirms its unwavering commitment to the rules-based international order and international criminal justice.

Read the full statement by HR/VP @kajakallas: https://t.co/8Y3YVSPEQj

[Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ]

The Netherlands will continue to stand up for the @IntlCrimCourt. As host state and as a signatory to the ICC’s Rome Statute, we will continue to do everything in our power to ensure that the Court can function effectively.

[Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ]

A stronger Europe requires a modern, affordable EU budget. The Netherlands can’t accept the current proposal. We need sharper choices to invest in Europe’s security, competitiveness and independence. Without more ambition, an agreement remains out of reach.

[MOFA of Japan @MofaJapan_en]

Japan issued a Joint Statement of the Foreign Ministers with Canada, Denmark, Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom on the International Criminal Court (ICC).

https://t.co/dJhO0sTOmn

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

Together with our partners, the Netherlands reaffirms its continued and unwavering support for the independence, impartiality, and integrity of the @IntlCrimCourt in this joint statement:
https://t.co/PiioIJmqmL

[GermanForeignOffice @GermanyDiplo]

As committed supporters of the ICC we regret and strongly disagree with the announcement of sanctions to be imposed upon the Court by the United States. – Joint statement of 🇨🇦 🇩🇰 🇩🇪 🇫🇷 🇮🇹 🇯🇵 🇳🇱 🇬🇧 ⬇️
https://t.co/OoUUbLBL2z

[Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs 🇳🇱 @DutchMFA]

The Netherlands warmly congratulates Navanethem “Navi” Pillay on being awarded this year’s #NobelPeacePrize in recognition of her efforts to promote peace and international law.

[Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ]

Ratko Mladić was convicted of war crimes, genocide and crimes against humanity. The honour bestowed upon him in Belgrade by the state is incompatible with European values and deeply hurtful to victims and their families. 1/2

[Koninklijk Huis @koninklijkhuis]

🇬🇧: Statement by King Willem-Alexander, Queen Máxima and Princess Beatrix on the passing of His Majesty King Harald V of Norway.

[Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ]

Pleased to have spoken with @IntlCrimCourt President Judge Tomoko Akane. I commend her leadership and value our close cooperation. As host nation and State Party, the Netherlands stands firmly behind the ICC and its vital work for international justice.

[European External Action Service - EEAS 🇪🇺 @eu_eeas]

The EU deeply regrets the decision by the United States to impose sanctions against International Criminal Court (ICC) President Judge Tomoko Akane and Senior Trial Lawyer Abdoulaye Seye.

Read the full statement by HR/VP @kajakallas here: https://t.co/dpxxWLxTs3

[Kajsa Ollongren @KajsaOllongren]

To sanction those working for accountability is contrary to the very idea of justice beyond power. I stand with Judge Tomoko Akane and Mr Abdoulaye Seye, and with the independence of the @IntlCrimCourt .
https://t.co/Oh7TrhE7m7

[Tom Fletcher @UNReliefChief]

Today the UN flag is lowered globally in solidarity with over 1,000 aid workers killed in past three years.

We lower our flags. We remember our friends and colleagues. We demand accountability for those who killed them.

[Christian Wigand @ExtSpoxEU]

#Myanmar: EU welcomes today’s meeting between ICRC’s Resident Representative in Myanmar and Daw Aung San Suu Kyi, a rare and long-overdue opportunity for direct contact amid intense calls for access by international community. (1/2)

[UEFA @UEFA]

UEFA statement on The Times article: ⬇️

[Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ]

Arrived in Manila, the Philippines, for meetings with @ASEAN partners and others. Southeast Asia is an important region for the Netherlands. Good to discuss cooperation on maritime security, high-tech and resilient supply chains. 1/2

[Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ]

Zojuist aangekomen in Manilla, de Filipijnen, voor overleg met @ASEAN-landen en andere partners. Zuidoost-Azië is voor Nederland een belangrijke regio. Goed om hier te spreken over samenwerking op het gebied van maritieme veiligheid, hightech en veerkrachtige waardeketens. 1/2

[Tom Berendsen @ministerBZ]

Twelve years after the downing of Flight MH17, our thoughts are with those who lost their loved ones. Their loss remains deeply felt every day. The Netherlands remains unwavering in its commitment to seek truth, justice and accountability.