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The article investigates the tension between de jure and de facto human rights obligations of the EU in its external relations.

June 11, 2026Open Access

Respect for Human Rights as a General Principle of EU External Relations Law: Between De Jure Obligations and De Facto Standards

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JGJarne De Geyter

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This article examines the balance between legal obligations and actual standards of human rights in the EU's global actions, suggesting possible reconciliations.

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The article investigates the tension between de jure and de facto human rights obligations of the EU in its external relations.
Legal analysis of TEU, TFEU, and the Charter of Fundamental Rights of the EU
Examination of CJEU case law regarding fundamental rights in EU external action
Identified a tendency for the CJEU to be deferential towards fundamental rights issues in external actions, granting the EU increased leeway.
Highlight potential risks of a gap between legal obligations and actual practices concerning human rights.

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Jarne De Geyter (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a2a523480c8f91e7f39e40e https://doi.org/10.15166/2499-8249/890

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This article examines the balance between legal obligations and actual standards of human rights in the EU's global actions, suggesting possible reconciliations.

Respect for Human Rights as a General Principle of EU External Relations Law: Between De Jure Obligations and De Facto Standards

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Respect for Human Rights as a General Principle of EU External Relations Law: Between De Jure Obligations and De Facto Standards

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