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US and EU hold 'constructive' justice and home affairs ministerial

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eu-us_ministerial_meeting_on_justice_and_home_affairsDuring a "constructive and productive” justice and home affairs ministerial, US and EU officials discussed a broad array of critical issues, including the problem of sexual abuse of children online; counter-terrorism and countering violent extremism; expanding cooperation in criminal matters; joint efforts in the areas of cybercrime and cybersecurity; and migration and border issues.

The meeting, which took place in Washington on 18 Novembe, also addressed data protection and issues related to alleged activities of US intelligence agencies. “We together recognize that this has led to regrettable tensions in the transatlantic relationship, which we seek to lessen,” they said in a joint statement. “In order to protect all our citizens, it is of the utmost importance to address these issues by restoring trust and reinforcing our cooperation on justice and home affairs issues.

"The EU and the US are allies.  Since 9/11 and subsequent terrorist attacks in Europe, the EU and US have stepped up co-operation, including in the areas of police and criminal justice.  Sharing relevant information, including personal data, while ensuring a high level of protection, is an essential element of this cooperation, and it must continue.”

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