The Elders have expressed deep regret and dismay over the United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European Union. 51.9% of Britons voted in favour of the ‘Leave’ campaign as against 48.1% of the ‘Remain’ campaigns.
The Elders said they respect the democratic will of the people of the UK to opt out of the EU but noted that the “EU is a unique political alliance that has succeeded in bringing peoples and cultures closer together across a continent riven by wars that took the lives of millions”.
Convened by Nelson Mandela as a body to promote peace, justice and human rights, The Elders are a group of independent global figures. Two of them, Martti Ahtisaari and Mary Robinson, served as Heads of State of EU member states.
Kofi Annan, Chair of The Elders, said: “The European Union is a success story built from the rubble of two world wars. It has ensured peace and prosperity for an entire generation of Europeans for whom war with their neighbours is unthinkable.
Creating a family of nations based not just on common economic interests but on common values is unique in the world. We urge the remaining 27 states to now redouble their efforts for unity, solidarity, and show the leadership that Europe so urgently needs, now more than ever.”
Source: Ghana/AccraFM.com/100.5fm
