24th June 2021
Dear Charles, dear Ursula, dear António,
On the occasion of the celebration of the International Lesbian Gay
Bisexual and Transgender Pride Day the upcoming 28th June, and in
the light of threats against fundamental rights and in particular the
principle of non-discrimination on grounds of sexual orientation, we
express our attachment to our common fundamental values, enshrined
in Article 2 of the Treaty of the European Union.
It will be a day to remember that we are diverse and tolerant
societies, committed to the unhindered development of the personality
of each one of our citizens, including their sexual orientation and gender
identity. It will also be a moment to celebrate that, over the last few years,
we have walked a long way in favour of these principles, which we
believe to be the bedrock of the European Union.
We must continue fighting against discrimination towards the
LGBTI community, reaffirming our defence of their fundamental rights.
Respect and tolerance are at the core of the European project. We are
committed to carry on with this effort, making sure that future European
generations grow up in an atmosphere of equality and respect.
Alexander De Croo
Mette Frederiksen
Angela Merkel
Kaja Kallas
Micheál Martin
Kyriakos Mitsotakis
Pedro Sánchez
Emmanuel Macron
Mario Draghi
Nikos Anastasiades
Arturs
Krišjānis Kariņš
Xavier Bettel
Robert Abela
Mark Rutte
Sanna Marin
Stefan Löfven