European Union and Government of Mozambique hold Third Political Dialogue on Human Rights

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European Union and Government of Mozambique hold Third Political Dialogue on Human Rights

8:02 CAT | 31 Oct 2025

Photo: Delegation of the European Union to Mozambique

Mozambique and the European Union renewed their partnership for human rights and accountability at the Third Human Rights Dialogue in Maputo, reviewing progress and challenges toward protecting fundamental freedoms.

The European Union (EU) and the Government of the Republic of Mozambique held the third Session of the Political Dialogue on Human Rights on 29 October 2025, in Maputo.

The meeting was co-chaired by His Excellency Mateus Saize, Minister of Justice, Constitutional and Religious Affairs, and His Excellency Antonino Maggiore, Ambassador of the European Union to Mozambique, bringing together senior officials from institutions with mandates in the field of human rights, as well as Ambassadors of EU Member States resident in Maputo.

Discussions focused on priority issues related to human rights and international humanitarian law, with both parties reaffirming their commitment to protect and promote fundamental rights, ensure the inclusion of vulnerable groups, and guarantee access to justice and reparation.

The Mozambican and European delegations reviewed progress and challenges in implementing Mozambique’s national and international human rights commitments, including the recommendations of the Universal Periodic Review. The dialogue underlined the importance of protecting the rights of women, girls, human rights defenders and other vulnerable groups, and of ensuring their participation in national processes, including the ongoing Inclusive National Dialogue.

The European Union expressed concern over reports of serious human rights violations during and after the 2024 electoral period, encouraging transparent investigations and the effective accountability of those responsible. Both sides recognized the need for effective mechanisms for justice and reparation, as well as the safeguarding of human rights in the context of counter-insurgency operations in northern Mozambique.

The meeting reaffirmed the joint commitment to peace, social cohesion, and inclusive development, recognizing that respect for human rights remains a fundamental pillar of democracy and the rule of law.

The Fourth Session of the Dialogue on Human Rights will take place in 2027, as agreed by both delegations.

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III Session of the Sectoral Political Dialogue on Human Rights between the Government of the Republic of Mozambique and the European Union

Source: Delegation of the European Union to Mozambique / Media Release