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[–] thehatfox@lemmy.world 4 points 1 year ago

The declaration said: “Regarding the question of sovereignty over the Islas Malvinas/Falkland Islands, the European Union took note of Celac’s historical position based on the importance of dialogue and respect for international law in the peaceful solution of disputes.”

That sounds like the EU is trying to sit on the fence on the issue, rather than deliberately antagonise the UK. They want to increase trade with Celac nations, and don’t have a stake in the dispute either way so probably see little issue in paying lip service to Argentina.

It’s still a bit disappointing this dispute refuses to go away though. The Falkland Islanders have made it quite clear what flag they want to live under, and ultimately that feels like all that should matter.