46 Amendments of Witold Jan WASZCZYKOWSKI related to 2023/2126(INI)
Amendment 10 #
Motion for a resolution
Citation 9 a (new)
Citation 9 a (new)
– having regard to the US's European Deterrence Initiative, which helps boost the military readiness of European allies and deter Russian aggression;
Amendment 11 #
Motion for a resolution
Citation 9 b (new)
Citation 9 b (new)
– having regard to U.S. having invested over $35 billion USD since 2015 through the European Deterrence Initiative in supporting American troop deployments in Europe and assist capability development and military readiness in Europe;
Amendment 12 #
Motion for a resolution
Citation 9 c (new)
Citation 9 c (new)
– having regard to the Transatlantic Defence Investment Cooperation (TADIC) formally commissioned in 2000 to address fragmentation of the security and defence industry within Europe and resolve the large differences of investment in defence capability, technology, export controls and technology transfer regimes among Member States;
Amendment 13 #
Motion for a resolution
Citation 9 d (new)
Citation 9 d (new)
– having regard to China's increase in economic and military presence in the Mediterranean and African countries;
Amendment 14 #
Motion for a resolution
Citation 9 e (new)
Citation 9 e (new)
– having regard to the threat of domestic and foreign terrorism, primarily from groups such as ISIS and its affiliates;
Amendment 15 #
Motion for a resolution
Citation 9 f (new)
Citation 9 f (new)
– having regard to new technologies such as artificial intelligence, space capabilities and quantum computing which present new opportunities for mankind, but also create new challenges in defence and foreign policy that require a clear strategy and consensus between Member States and US;
Amendment 48 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital D
Recital D
D. whereas standing together against the brutality of Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine will be even more crucial in the months to come and all efforts should be made to utilize EDIRPA, ASAP and the European Peace Facility to ensure that a provision of supplies in support to Ukraine is maintained;
Amendment 67 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital F
Recital F
F. whereas the multiple issues we cooperate on would benefit immensely from an even stronger parliamentary dimension between the US Congress and Senate and the European Parliament, which would enhance public awareness, democratic legitimacy, oversight and the ability to deliver on our joint endeavours;
Amendment 73 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital G a (new)
Recital G a (new)
Ga. Acknowledges that close cooperation should also take place with third countries and through the command and planning structures of NATO; such cooperation will provide vital capabilities, such as strategic lift, essential to operations in the European periphery;
Amendment 83 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point a a (new)
(aa) Considers that future strategic cooperation between EU and US must include Member States providing the development, financing and operationalisation of a minimum of 50% of the capabilities required to ensure deterrence on the European continent;
Amendment 96 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point b
Paragraph 1 – point b
(b) foster the EU’s open strategic autonomrational capability as a means to pursue the EU’s own legitimate interests while strengthening the transatlantic bond and increasing the joint leverage of the EU and the US on the world scene;
Amendment 118 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point e
Paragraph 1 – point e
(e) reinforce the accountability and resilience of our democratic systems in the run-up to the elections next year on both sides, as well as enhance transatlantic dialogue and cooperation on policies supporting democracy, human rights and the rule of law and combating disinformation and foreign interference from authoritarian regimes; encourage further cooperation and exchanges between like-minded partners, in particular those who stand on the frontline defending democracy and freedom against authoritarian expansion.
Amendment 156 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point h a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point h a (new)
(ha) pursue transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest, the EU should prioritize technological sophistication, streamline procurement practices and ensure interoperability while initiating a renewed call for a Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership that ensures stronger economic relations;
Amendment 161 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point h b (new)
Paragraph 1 – point h b (new)
(hb) ensure a renewed effort to secure a Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership that ensures market access and overcomes challenges to regulatory cooperation;
Amendment 181 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point j a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point j a (new)
Amendment 200 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point l
Paragraph 1 – point l
(l) explore ways to create synergies and possibilities of EU-US engagement with China in multilateral frameworks on common and global challenges, such as climate change, health-related risks, respect for human rights, cyberspaceincluding religious freedom, foreign information manipulation and interference cyberspace, freedom of navigation in the Taiwan Strait, arms control, non- proliferation and emerging disruptive technologies;
Amendment 210 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point m a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point m a (new)
(ma) Underlines the importance of achieving quantum computing capabilities and stresses the need to enhance EU-US cooperation in this area to ensure that quantum computing is first realized among partners sharing warm relations and supporting objectives;
Amendment 211 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point m b (new)
Paragraph 1 – point m b (new)
(mb) Urges EU-US cooperation in regulating 5G implementation to comply with strict security standards that secures national and international information networks capable of encrypting communications;
Amendment 227 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point q
Paragraph 1 – point q
(q) foster closer partnership with the US and other like-minded partners in the Indo-Pacific region; including Japan, the Republic of Korea, Australia, New Zealand, and Taiwan, in order to counter challenges that affect our shared values, interests, security and prosperity, in particular, any unilateral attempt to alter the status quo; note that China’s continued military provocations pose a threat not just to Taiwan, but to the wider Indo-Pacific, and ultimately, the established global order.
Amendment 259 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point s a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point s a (new)
(sa) Recognizes the growing political, economic, environmental, security and strategic value of the Arctic Circle, urges EU-US cooperation to explore cooperation with the Arctic Council on all issues of common interest and to form a comprehensive strategy for the region;
Amendment 262 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point s b (new)
Paragraph 1 – point s b (new)
(sb) Takes into consideration that EU & US should enhance its situational awareness across the High North and the Arctic and create a new strategy focusing on broader deterrence and defence plans; the strategy should include plans for ensuring freedom of navigation in the High North and adjacent bodies of water, including the North Atlantic, as well as provisions for addressing aggressive moves by state actors;
Amendment 271 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point u
Paragraph 1 – point u
(u) ensure that the US remains an important partner for the EU’s energy security and welcomes US input to reduce EU’s dependency on Russian energy sources and strengthen the EU’s diversification of energy sources;
Amendment 275 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point v a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point v a (new)
(va) Urges the stepping up of joint EU- US efforts on advanced technology development, specifically AI, machine learning, nano and bio-technologies to ensure a coordinated effort in addressing climate change, green technology, carbon adjustment, sustainable finance and biodiversity;
Amendment 294 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point x a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point x a (new)
(xa) Recognises the emerging threat of Hyper war and the unique requirements this will place on defence architectures and the need for a high-tech industrial base that the EU-US relationship is well placed to address;
Amendment 295 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point x b (new)
Paragraph 1 – point x b (new)
Amendment 296 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point x c (new)
Paragraph 1 – point x c (new)
(xc) Considers security and peace in the Eastern neighbourhood presupposes the respect for and upholding of international law, territorial integrity and fundamental rights and freedoms; thus the EU-US partnership should do its utmost to help the associated EaP countries to regain their full sovereignty and control over their territories; whereas the EU’s clear commitment to the European perspective of the associated Eastern Partnership countries is crucial for pro-democratic reforms and societies' security, stability, and prosperity;
Amendment 297 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point x d (new)
Paragraph 1 – point x d (new)
(xd) Stresses the importance of intensive consultations and strengthened cooperation between the EU and NATO with regard to escalating situations like the current Russian war of aggression against Ukraine; underlines that this cooperation should respect the security arrangements of all Member States and be based on unity and solidarity among member states and on adherence to principles related to the existing European security architecture and international law including the sovereignty and territorial integrity of neighbouring countries; calls for the transatlantic community to leverage and expand current and future efforts to counter Russia’s direct and indirect aggressions and activities directed against Ukraine, Georgia and the Republic of Moldova;
Amendment 298 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point x e (new)
Paragraph 1 – point x e (new)
(xe) Notes that the EU-US Security Dialogue represents an important opportunity to maximize the added value of transatlantic relations in security and defence and should dedicate ample time and resources to improving the security environment in the EaP region; notes that a democratic, stable and pro-European Eastern Partnership is considered a threat by the Kremlin regime and is therefore under political and military pressure, especially Ukraine; recalls that the European security order cannot be discussed without the European countries; underlines that the stability of the EaP region is essential to the security of the whole European continent;
Amendment 304 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point y a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point y a (new)
(ya) Encourages further progress in the common set of proposals, particularly the ongoing interaction with the new EU Hybrid Fusion Cell and NATO’s Hybrid Analysis Cell in sharing situational awareness and analysis, tactical and operational cooperation between Operation Sea Guardian and EUNAVFOR MED Sophia and ongoing cooperation between EU’s Computer Emergency Response Team and the NATO Computer Incident Response Capability;
Amendment 311 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point z a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point z a (new)
(za) Recognises the role that NATO’s Capacity Building Initiatives (CBI) play in contributing to Middle East stabilization via training missions to local security forces and the support the EU has provided by assuming civilian responsibilities in certain CBI initiatives;
Amendment 312 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point z b (new)
Paragraph 1 – point z b (new)
(zb) Expresses concern that in recent years, China has substantially stepped up the development of its conventional and nuclear capabilities, creating thousands of precision warheads tied to sophisticated command and control systems, whereas China has shown reluctance to engage in talks on its potential participation in multilateral arms control instruments; Considers China’s stockpiling of an enormous and technologically advanced arsenal of ballistic missiles such as the Dong Feng-26 have advanced unhindered by the absence of any international Treaty;
Amendment 313 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point z c (new)
Paragraph 1 – point z c (new)
(zc) Recognises that Member States and likeminded partners should coordinate on issues where China’s actions are contrary to Euro-Atlantic security interests; prioritization should be given to challenges in the cyber, hybrid, EDT, space, arms control and non- proliferation areas;
Amendment 314 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point z d (new)
Paragraph 1 – point z d (new)
(zd) Recognises that the DPRK's ever closer alignment with Russia, proliferation of small and medium range missile technology along with their trafficking in nuclear know to likeminded rogue regimes while their nuclear weapons program is frequently used to extort political and economic concessions from the international community, requires a renewed effort from the EU-US partnership to prevent further expansion of the DPRK’s hostile behaviour;
Amendment 315 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point z e (new)
Paragraph 1 – point z e (new)
(ze) Considers the Islamic Republic of Iran’s continued state sponsorship of terrorism, missile proliferation, ongoing support to Russia’s war of aggression against Ukraine and intervention in various conflicts throughout the Middle East mandate that the EU recognise Iran as a clear and present threat to Euro- Atlantic security and support the efforts of the US and other allies to counter Iranian hostility;
Amendment 316 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point z f (new)
Paragraph 1 – point z f (new)
(zf) Underlines that the growing significance of Artificial intelligence and machine learning requires enhanced EU- US cooperation and that measures should be taken to advance cooperation among US and European tech companies in order to ensure partnering on development and application;
Amendment 321 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point aa a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point aa a (new)
(aaa) Underlines that EU & US must synergize their efforts to combat terrorism and radicalization and ensure that efforts made are supported by necessary resources and commensurate with the threat that it poses; Both partners should strive to improve current practices of intelligence-sharing among Member States with particular emphasis on achieving better, common situational awareness in key areas including emerging safe havens and terrorists’ use of EDTs, as well as hybrid tactics;
Amendment 322 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point aa b (new)
Paragraph 1 – point aa b (new)
(aab) Encourages great EU-US collaboration in de-radicalization and counter-terrorism efforts that include establishing joint training activities, shared counter-terrorism courses, exchange programs for officers, tactical drills and education initiatives;
Amendment 323 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point aa c (new)
Paragraph 1 – point aa c (new)
(aac) Encourages EU-US collaboration in establishing a specialised team of lawyers trained to prosecute terrorism cases, while judges selected to hear terrorism cases should have the background and training to preside over them;
Amendment 324 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point aa d (new)
Paragraph 1 – point aa d (new)
(aad) Calls on the EU and US to collaboratively address the consistent and growing threats to the protection and preservation of cultural heritage and cultural smuggling, especially in conflict zones. Urges the embracing of a strategy that includes: robust public awareness campaigns, universal condemnation of trafficking in unprovenanced antiquities; establishment of a single code of conduct in protection of cultural sites; fostering of greater cooperation among different law- enforcement agencies that includes immediate information-sharing among national intelligence agencies; increase cooperation between law enforcement and the art and archaeological communities;
Amendment 329 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point ab a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point ab a (new)
(aba) Stresses the significance of military mobility and the EU’s roles in providing the legislative and infrastructural reforms required to ensure speedy movement of Member State forces across Europe; urges resolution to the border crossing &VAT laws authorizing foreign militaries unhindered country access, along with infrastructural redevelopment of bridges, roads and runways;
Amendment 334 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point ac a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point ac a (new)
(aca) Notes the growing importance of space security and satellites, stresses the importance of the European Union Satellite Centre and requests the agency to analyse and provide a report regarding the safety and/or vulnerabilities of the EU and Member State satellites to space debris, cyber attack and direct missile attack and to determine areas where EU- US collaboration in space security would be ideal;
Amendment 342 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point ad a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point ad a (new)
(ada) Further calls upon the EU & US to jointly provide economic, political and operational support with existing regional forces based in Africa such as the African Union, G5 Sahel Force and Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS);
Amendment 343 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point ad b (new)
Paragraph 1 – point ad b (new)
(adb) Recognises that China’s acquisitions of intellectual property and technological advances by leading research centres are often used to propel its military aims and therefore the EU should work to develop a long-term strategy to counter China’s military-civil fusion (MCF) strategy in Europe;
Amendment 344 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point ad c (new)
Paragraph 1 – point ad c (new)
(adc) Recognises that EU & US should coordinate on issue’s where China’s actions are contrary to Euro-Atlantic security interests; prioritization should be given to challenges in the cyber, hybrid, EDT, space, arms control, and non- proliferation areas;
Amendment 345 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point ad d (new)
Paragraph 1 – point ad d (new)
(add) Is concerned with the close ties between the CCP and industry in China, particularly security companies; recommends that Member States undertake an internal audit of procurement practices to ensure that products integrated into their national networks and defence institutions are free of technologies coming from companies in China;
Amendment 346 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point ad e (new)
Paragraph 1 – point ad e (new)
(ade) Consider jointly establishing a C4ISRnetwork with a state of the art command and control systems in the Asia Pacific, in cooperation with Allies throughout Asia, to ensure rapid response capability in addressing security crises in the Asia-Pacific;