OSCE Permanent Council No.1568 Vienna, 11 June 2026 EU Statement in Response to the Address by the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Mr. Alain Berset   The European Union warmly welcomes back to the Permanent Council the Secretary General of the Council of Europe, Mr. Alain Berset.  The Council of Europe continues to play a leading role in the promotion and protection of human rights, democracy and the rule of law in Europe. These core values remain fundamental, as we continue