30 Amendments of Hélder SOUSA SILVA
Amendment 120 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Stresses the seriousness of the threats to the security of the European continent, which have reached a level unprecedented since the Second World War; expresses deep concern at the rise of geopolitical fractures, new imperialist ambitions for domination by authoritarian powers, systemic rivalry of great powers, widespread of radical Islamic terrorism, nationalist unilateralism and the primary and growing use of force and violence by certain states and non-state actors to promote their political objectives and interests or to resolve disputes; believes that this trend amounts to a paradigm shift, as it reverses the logic of building international security on the basis of respect for international law, a rules-based international order and multilateralism;
Amendment 149 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2 a (new)
Paragraph 2 a (new)
2 a. Recalls the importance of the European Union achieving greater strategic sovereignty to ensure that its missions and objectives are aligned with the collective interests of the Member States and the broader vision of European security and defence; emphasises that, in light of the evolving geopolitical paradigm, characterised by increasing militarisation, regional rivalries, and hybrid threats, the EU must strengthen its capacity for independent decision-making and operational autonomy; highlights the need for policies that enable the EU to act decisively and effectively, both within its borders and on the global stage, to safeguard its values, interests, and strategic objectives;
Amendment 180 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Calls for the EU and its Member States to accelerate their commitments made in the Versailles Declaration, adopted on 11 March 2022, to assume greater responsibility for their defence and security, including by achieving greater strategic autonomy; stresses that NATO and the transatlantic partnership with the United States remain the cornerstones of European collective defence; stresses the need for EU Member States to step up their efforts by increasing their spending and procuring more joint capabilities designed in the EU and produced locally, thereby strengthening their armed forces whether for national, NATO or EU operational purposes;
Amendment 344 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Highlights the need to overcome the fragmentation of the EU’s internal market for defence products, as it leads to unnecessary duplications and the multiplication of inefficiencies in defence spending; calls on the Commission to present proposals to complete the EU internal market for defence, respecting national sovereignties, based, in particular, on an assessment of EU rules for defence procurement and transfer of defence- related products, and on the identification and analysis of limitations and loopholes in the current legal framework;
Amendment 360 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
11. Stresses the importance of ensuring a balanced effort between strengthening existing EU armament industrial capabilities in the short and medium-term, and supporting research and development for new and innovative military equipment and armament tailored to the needs of the armed forces of the Member States, with targeted goals for strategic projects instead of aiming at quantity;
Amendment 371 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11 a (new)
Paragraph 11 a (new)
11 a. Encourages sustained investment in dual-use technologies, applicable in both civilian and military contexts, as a means to enhance the EU's resilience against hybrid and emerging threats; underlines the importance of ensuring the financial viability of companies, including small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), that invest in such innovation, ensuring that EU financial support and policies are directed towards creating a true European single defence market; advocates for the promotion of civilian commercialisation of these technologies as a way to expand market opportunities and strengthen the European industrial base, fostering synergies between military and civilian development;
Amendment 376 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11 b (new)
Paragraph 11 b (new)
11 b. Underlines the importance of including all Member States in security and defence strategies, particularly with regard to the development of the defence industry; calls for the creation of centres of excellence in different regions of the EU to promote innovation and the participation of all Member States, ensuring that the capabilities and specialised knowledge of each Member State contribute to a more cohesive and integrated defence industrial base;
Amendment 472 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16 a (new)
Paragraph 16 a (new)
16 a. Proposes that the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) includes a substantial increase in the budget for defence and security programmes, with an emphasis on technological innovation and dual-use projects; highlights that this support is essential to boost the competitiveness of the European defence industry, promoting advancements that contribute both to security and to sustainable economic growth;
Amendment 659 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Stresses the importance of enhanced intelligence sharing and information exchange among Member States and EU institutions, including Parliament, to improve situational awareness and to be able to better anticipate and counter threats to collective security and define common lines of actions under the CSDP, particularly in the area of crisis management; recommends the inclusion of regular intelligence updates to relevant parliamentary committees; this would enable clear and informed proactive parliamentary oversight in defence of the EU citizens' security interests in response to the evolving geopolitical landscape;
Amendment 660 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Stresses the importance of enhanced intelligence sharing and information exchange among Member States and EU institutions, including Parliament, to improve situational awareness and to be able to better anticipate and counter threats to collective security and define common lines of actions under the CSDP, particularly in the area of crisis management; on the basis of the intelligence gathered, the European agency INTCEN will have to become more involved in the arbitration of funding and subsidies granted by the EU, as well as in the threat assessments carried out by the EU institutions;
Amendment 678 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23 a (new)
Paragraph 23 a (new)
23 a. Highlights the importance of intensifying efforts to combat disinformation promoted by foreign actors aiming to undermine the credibility of the EU, particularly in regions where civilian and military missions under the Common Security and Defence Policy are underway; recommends that the European Defence Agency and the European External Action Service develop coordinated strategies to identify, counter, and neutralise disinformation campaigns, thereby strengthening the positive perception and legitimacy of EU operations among local populations and international partners;
Amendment 705 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 a (new)
Paragraph 24 a (new)
24 a. Recalls the importance of the dual- use nature of space and its support for CSDP Missions and Operations; highlights that, beyond satellite communications (SATCOM), sectors such as positioning, navigation, timing, as well as earth observation, are essential for strengthening the EU's strategic autonomy and resilience; stresses that the development of these capabilities directly contributes to effective crisis response and the protection of critical infrastructure;
Amendment 707 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 b (new)
Paragraph 24 b (new)
24 b. Recognises the insufficiency of launch vehicle capabilities and satellite communications (SATCOM) within the EU; underlines the strategic importance of advancing and enhancing these capabilities to enable the EU to effectively support Member States and CSDP Missions and Operations, while maintaining a resilient and autonomous posture; stresses that the development of EU-led solutions in this domain is essential for the protection of critical infrastructure and to ensure a secure and competitive presence in the space sector;
Amendment 709 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 24 c (new)
Paragraph 24 c (new)
24 c. Underlines the importance of improving the relations between the European Commission and ESA to avoid redundancies of efforts and ensure more efficient use of resources; also highlights the significance of fostering synergies with NATO to ensure effective coordination in the development of space and defence capabilities;
Amendment 754 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26 a (new)
Paragraph 26 a (new)
26 a. Proposes the creation of a European exchange programme for military personnel from Member States, aimed at providing training opportunities and experiences in different European military environments and structures; this programme should enable military personnel to participate in training and adaptation periods within units of other countries, fostering mutual understanding, cohesion, and interoperability, as well as strengthening professional networks and the sharing of best practices among the EU's armed forces;
Amendment 762 #
2024/2082(INI)
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27 a (new)
Paragraph 27 a (new)
27 a. Underlines the need for the EU to strengthen its efforts to ensure that countries which were once strategic partners, and with which some Member States maintain strong cultural ties, are not drawn into the sphere of influence of systemic rivals; recalls that economic diplomacy plays a crucial role in this endeavour, serving as an essential tool to reinforce cooperative ties, promote mutual prosperity, and consolidate the Union's presence and influence, contributing to the resilience of these regions against external pressures;
Amendment 2 #
2024/2019(DEC)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. Notes that, in 2023, the Commission’s Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Sport and Culture (DG EAC) launched the midterm review process and published the corresponding report for the European Education Area (EEA) and launched the midterm evaluations for Erasmus+, the European Solidarity Corps and Creative Europe for the 2021-2027 programing period; stresses the importance of addressing challenges identified in these evaluations, particularly administrative burdens and digitalization issues, to improve accessibility and efficiency for beneficiaries; welcomes the work done to ensure the legacy of the European Year of Youth;
Amendment 5 #
2024/2019(DEC)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 1 a (new)
Paragraph 1 a (new)
1 a. Calls on the Commission to strengthen the international dimension of Erasmus + programme in both candidate as well as countries preparing for future EU membership;
Amendment 10 #
2024/2019(DEC)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Welcomes the frontloading of EUR 100 million from the 2027 budget of Erasmus+ to the 2023 budget of Erasmus+, which enabled continued support to pupils, students, teachers and qualified staff fleeing from Ukraine, and the extra EUR 20 million awarded to Erasmus+ in 2023 as a result of Parliament’s insistence; underlines that any frontloading of Erasmus + cannot result in cuts for the programme at the end of current MFF;
Amendment 20 #
2024/2019(DEC)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 3 a (new)
Paragraph 3 a (new)
3 a. Welcomes the Erasmus + Sport Staff Mobility program introduction in 2023 as an initiative promoting grassroots sports; underlines the role of sport as a vital component in promoting health and unity across Europe;
Amendment 22 #
2024/2019(DEC)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4 a. Regrets the reduction in the 2023 budget for centralised grants in the European Youth Together and Key Action 2, Cooperation Partnerships in the field of Youth programs under Erasmus+;
Amendment 25 #
2024/2019(DEC)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 6 a (new)
Paragraph 6 a (new)
6 a. Emphasizes the need for strict oversight of the allocation of funds to prevent misuse within the Erasmus program, particularly by foreign actors whose activities at universities may pose a serious security threat to the European Union; calls for adequate safeguarding of the program from abuse by organizations whose activities are not aligned with the fundamental values of the European Union or may jeopardize its security interests;
Amendment 27 #
2024/2019(DEC)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Notes with concern the persisting challenges in 2023 with the e-Grant tools for beneficiaries of calls managed by the EACEA; strongly urges the Commission and EACEA to closely follow up on the mitigation measures put in place to ensure a smooth grant preparation and the validation of new beneficiariemphasizes the urgent need for technical improvements and user-centered design to ensure seamless application and reporting processes.;
Amendment 29 #
2024/2019(DEC)
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8 a. Regrets the low uptake of adult learning and education (ALE) activities, despite their importance in achieving the target of 60% adult participation by 2030; calls on the Commission to reconsider its adult learning strategy in collaboration with National Agencies (NAs) and relevant stakeholders;
Amendment 3 #
2024/0274(COD)
Recital C
C. whereas this comprises the consequences for commitment and payment appropriations and human resources iaccording to the rules of procedure, the budgetary assessment shall examine whether the proposal for a legally binding act provides for sufficient financial and human resources, and evaluate the potential impact of the financing proposed on othe EU’s annual budgets,r Union programmes or policies; whereas it is also to determine whether the proposal is compatibilityle with the Mmultiannual Ffinancial Fframework, the Osystem of own Rresources Decision, the Iand the corresponding interinstitutional Aagreement (including established EP positions on these) and the EU financial interests and applicable rules but also more general considerations related to EU added value, auditing and monitoring aspects, or performance aspects;, as well as the budgetary principles laid down in Regulation (EU, Euratom) 2024/2509 of the European Parliament and of the Council1; __________________________ 1 OJ L, 2024/2509, 26.9.2024, ELI: http://data.europa.eu/eli/reg/2024/2509/oj
Amendment 8 #
2024/0274(COD)
Paragraph 5
5. Assumes that there should be a significant impact on the annual budgets in 2025 and 2026 in terms of additional need for payment appropriations due the envisaged frontloading; welcomes measures that result in a lower level of RAL (reste à liquider); regrets, however,Regrets that there is no legislative financial statement, nor any mention in the Amending Letter 1/2025 comparable to the one annexed to the RESTORE proposal which would clarify and quantify the implications for the payment profile; recalls that this has direct consequences for the Member States’ national contributions to the EU budget in 2025 and 2026; wishes to obtain such information from the Commission;
Amendment 9 #
2024/0274(COD)
Paragraph 6
Amendment 19 #
2024/0274(COD)
Paragraph 11a (new)
11a. Concludes that the proposal for a regulation of the European Parliament and of the Council amending Regulation (EU) 2020/2220 as regards specific measures under the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development (EAFRD) to provide additional assistance to Member States affected by natural disasters is compatible with the elements referred to in Rule 58(3) of the Rules of Procedure;
Amendment 1 #
2024/0159(NLE)
Paragraph 1
1. Notes that the support allocated to the Protocol should meet the objectives of cooperation in the fields of sustainable exploitation of fishery resources, aquaculture, sustainable development of the oceans, protection of the marine environment, and the blue economy; considers that this should be thoroughly scrutinised to ensure that this is done effectively during the implementation of the Protocol; notes that the support has a direct link to the principles of the Samoa Agreement reinforcing the Union’s external action towards African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries and particularly taking into account the Union’s objectives with regard to democratic principles and human rights, strengthening the Union presence in the region and the cooperation with an important strategic partner;
Amendment 2 #
2024/0159(NLE)
Paragraph 1 a (new)
1a. Recommends that, for future agreements, an impact assessment of the added value and socio-economic benefits derived from the previous agreement is taken into account; considers that this assessment should guide the negotiation and renewal of subsequent agreements to ensure that they align with the objectives of sustainable development and efficient use of the Union’s financial resources;