EU’s brave stand on press ban should be observed worldwide

THE prime minister of the country fast becoming the new master of the universe, China, called off his joint press conference with the EU in Brussels during the week, when they refused to ban a number of journalists from attending.

It was the latest example of just how difficult it is to defend your ethical principles and still do business with people and countries that are important for you and your future.

A few hours beforehand, the EU had thanked China for its support during the crisis when it bought up debt from European countries and expressed its confidence in them.