Activities of Sunčana GLAVAK related to 2022/2202(INI)
Plenary speeches (1)
2022 Report on Montenegro (debate)
Amendments (16)
Amendment 19 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital B a (new)
Recital B a (new)
Ba. whereas Montenegro's integration into the European Union is vital for the stability and prosperity of the entire Southeast Europe;
Amendment 20 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital B b (new)
Recital B b (new)
Bb. whereas each enlargement country is judged on its own merits and whereas it is the fulfilment of the enlargement criteria, implementation of the necessary reforms, in particular in the area of ‘fundamentals’ and legislative alignment that determine the timetable and progress of accession recognizing that the enlargement process should be inclusive, transparent, and consistent with the Copenhagen criteria, and that it should ensure the adherence to the principles of democracy, the rule of law, human rights, and good governance;
Amendment 22 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital B c (new)
Recital B c (new)
Bc. whereas Montenegro has accepted the gradual adoption of the European Union’s objectives and policies during the negotiation process;
Amendment 23 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital B d (new)
Recital B d (new)
Bd. whereas democracy, respect for human rights and the rule of law are the fundamental values on which the EU is founded; whereas sustainable reforms and their implementation are needed to tackle the challenges that remain in these areas;
Amendment 35 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Commends Montenegro’s long- standing commitment to EU integration, underpinned by a high level of public support; reiterates its support for Montenegro in this regard; stresses that progress in negotiations depends on meeting interim rule of law benchmarks; regrets that no chapters have been closed in the past six years; calls on Montenegro to intensify its efforts in the accession negotiations and work towards the closure of the remaining chapters, based on measurable progress and tangible results in the areas of the rule of law, fundamental rights, and good governance.
Amendment 89 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10 a (new)
Paragraph 10 a (new)
10a. Urges the Montenegrin authorities to take necessary measures to strengthen the independence and efficiency of the judiciary and to combat any form of political interference in the judicial system;
Amendment 94 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Welcomes the appointment of three new Constitutional Court judges as a step towards resolving the constitutional crisis; regrets the fact that the Constitutional Court was left without a quorum since September 2022; calls on the new parliament to finalise judicial appointments as a matter of priority; urges the Montenegrin authorities to establish a comprehensive judicial reform strategy to strengthen the independence, efficiency, and professionalism of the judiciary.
Amendment 111 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14 a (new)
Paragraph 14 a (new)
14a. Urges Montenegro to enhance its efforts in combating corruption, ensuring transparency, and strengthening accountability mechanisms in public administration.
Amendment 115 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15 a (new)
Paragraph 15 a (new)
15a. Stresses the importance of accelerating the judicial processes related to organized crime cases, ensuring that investigations are conducted thoroughly, and that verdicts are delivered promptly, while safeguarding the rights of the accused.
Amendment 117 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15 b (new)
Paragraph 15 b (new)
15b. Urges Montenegro to develop a comprehensive strategy to combat human trafficking and protect victims, ensuring close cooperation with regional and international partners.
Amendment 131 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18 a (new)
Paragraph 18 a (new)
18a. Strongly encourages Montenegro to intensify efforts in addressing issues of media freedom, independence, and plurality, and to ensure the unhindered functioning of media outlets as a crucial pillar of democratic societies.
Amendment 165 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22 a (new)
Paragraph 22 a (new)
22a. Encourages Montenegro to intensify efforts in promoting gender equality and women's empowerment, including measures to combat violence against women and support victims.
Amendment 202 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28
Paragraph 28
28. Calls for concrete steps to be taken to resolve long-standing bilateral disputes in a constructive and neighbourly manner; Emphasizes the importance of enhancing cooperation between Montenegro and neighbouring countries to address shared challenges, promote good neighbourly relations, and advance regional stability and development.
Amendment 205 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29 a (new)
Paragraph 29 a (new)
29a. Encourages Montenegro to foster inclusive economic growth that benefits all segments of society, including marginalized and vulnerable groups.
Amendment 215 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30 a (new)
Paragraph 30 a (new)
30a. Recognizes the significance of investing in education and vocational training to address youth unemployment and promote economic growth and social cohesion in Montenegro;
Amendment 240 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 35
Paragraph 35
35. Calls on Montenegro to step up the development and adoption of the National Energy and Climate Plan; calls on Montenegro to improve waste management practices and to protect water quality; calls on Montenegro to strengthen its commitment to environmental protection and sustainable development, including the preservation of biodiversity and the effective implementation of climate change mitigation measures;