11 Amendments of Monika PANAYOTOVA related to 2013/2105(INI)
Amendment 8 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Notes the significant and ongoing changes in the geopolitical environment characterised by multidimensional and asymmetric threats, by the rise of emerging powers and a strategic shift in attention by the US towards the Pacific region, by increased instability in the EU's southern neighbourhood, by maritime challenges, by the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, by the global risks indicated by the World Economic Forum of widening income disparities and major systemic financial failure and by a severe and long- lasting financial and economic crisis with a major impact on the GDP of many EU Member States and, consequently, on national defence budgets on both sides of the Atlantic; notes that no single member of the EU is able to overcome these multifaceted challenges by itself;
Amendment 17 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Believes that reassessing and strengthening Europe's role in the world constitutes one of the major challenges of the second decade of the 21st century and that the time has come for the Member States of the Union to decide whether the EU should be a relevant global actor and security provider with strategic autonomy; considers that a change of mindset is required in order to anchor a European approach to security and defence;
Amendment 28 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Emphasises in this regard the possibility of establishing permanent structured cooperation (PESCO) among Member States (Article 46.6 TEU), of entrusting CSDP missions and operations in particular to that group of Member States (Articles 42.5 and 44.1 TEU), and of establishing a start-up fund for preparatory activities for missions which are not charged to the Union budget (Article 41.3 TEU) and are not incorporated into the ATHENA mechanism; highlights in this context the importance of leveraging those EU policies which have an impact on security and defence, like industrial research and innovation, market, trade and space policies, in order to support those Member States which are engaged in further strengthening the CSDP;
Amendment 35 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Stresses that the main asset of the European Union is the availability of various policies and instruments, combined through the so-called ‘comprehensive approach’, and that it is possible to achieve better results at all levels by better integrating the CSDP into this approachmplementing this approach into CSDP crisis management; welcomes in this respect the review of the organisation and functioning of the EEAS published by the HR/VP in July 2013, which recognises the problems of coordination and those related to the speed and effectiveness of decision- making in the area of the CSDP; looks forward to specific decisions being taken at the December Summit and expects the further integration of the CSDP to be analysed thoroughly in the upcoming joint Communication by the HR/VP and the Commission on the implementation of the comprehensive approach;
Amendment 40 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Calls on Member States to make more reference to the concept of Human Security that is a distinctive element of the European defence and security identity; notes the need to take account of the peculiarities of CSDP and the EU which necessitate integration of defence with Development, Neighbourhood and Enlargement policies for the sake of greater consistency and effectiveness.
Amendment 50 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Believes that the introduction of a mutual defence clause and a solidarity clause by the Treaties (Article 42.7 TEU and Article 222 TFEU) reinforces the sense of common destiny among European citizens; calls on the Heads of State and Government to reaffirm their commitment to mutual political solidarity and to provide a clear operative interpretation of the two clauses;
Amendment 57 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Expresses its concern, based on experience in the recent past, that the comprehensive approach to crisis management has not yet reached its full potential; asserts that the full utilization of the comprehensive approach could serve as a common source of the Euro-Atlantic strategic culture and identity in the field of security and defence; considers that missions and operations are more meaningful when they are embedded into a regional strategy, as the positive example of the Horn of Africa demonstrates; takes note of the ‘Suggestions for crisis management procedures for CSDP crisis management operations’ endorsed by the Member States on 18 June 2013;
Amendment 86 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Invites Member States to exploit the possibilities offered by PESCO and to start implementing this Treaty provision in order to tackle the prevailing ‘CSDP fatigue’ and deepen military cooperation and integration; calls on the European Council to deliver clear guidelines for its implementation, including clear criteria and requirements for the capabilities that can be included, and invites Member States that are not interested to act constructively; stresses that the possibility of joining at a later stage should be left open;
Amendment 107 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29 a (new)
Paragraph 29 a (new)
29a. Notes the need for a new framework for consultation and cooperation between NATO and the EU in the sphere of non- military aspects of security.
Amendment 139 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 40
Paragraph 40
40. Reiterates the need for a strong and less fragmented European defence industry that is capable of sustaining the CSDP and, enhancing the EU's strategic autonomy and creating an integrated and competitive defence industrial and technological base; highlights the importance of certification and standardisation for improving the interoperability of the armed forces; calls on the European Council to mandate the EDA to prepare a roadmap for the development of defence industrial standards, and on the Member States to streamline European certification procedures with the mutual recognition of certificates and to harmonise their certification procedures;
Amendment 145 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 42 a (new)
Paragraph 42 a (new)
42a. Stresses the need to ensure new sources of financing for research and innovation in the defence field, e.g. through Horizon 2020, or once CSDP becomes more integrated by setting up a Defence Fund as part of a future MFF; reminds that steps in this direction will also increase the democratic and parliamentary control over the sector by means of the budgetary powers of the European Parliament.