6 Amendments of Eduard KUKAN related to 2013/2105(INI)
Amendment 11 #
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 challenges in energy security, by maritime challenges, by the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, by threats posed by transnational terrorism, 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 51 #
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 idesntinty among European citizens ; calls on the Heads of States and Governments to reaffirm their commitment to mutual political solidarity;
Amendment 60 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Asks that the functional problems of civilian CSDP missions, notably regarding the speed of deployment, be tackled by reviewing their legal and financial framework, which often complicates the decision-making process and leads to delays; calls for an increase in the number of qualified and politically independent strategic planners, which is too small in comparison to the number of missions; further asks Member States to create a ‘'civilian reserve corps’' that could be deployed quickly if needed; welcomes in this regard the recently established permanent CSDP warehouse;
Amendment 96 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25
Paragraph 25
25. IReiterates the growing importance of tackling cyber security threats; invites the European Council to develop guidelines for the implementation of the EU Cyber Security Strategy and to take concrete measures regarding the protection of cyber infrastructure, and investing in enhancing an EU- wide cooperation on crisis management procedures, cyber exercises, training and education;
Amendment 98 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26
Paragraph 26
26. Asks the European Council to reaffirm the significance of access to energy resources and the security of Europe's energy supply;Europe's energy supply and a diversified and sustainable access to energy resources; notes that some Member States lack the capacity to diversify their energy supplies and thus become increasingly vulnerable; in this respect, strongly supports collaborative efforts of Member States in crisis situations; stresses that the protection of critical infrastructure in Europe should activate the mutual defence and/or solidarity clause; furthermore, notes that operation ATALANTA is already performing an energy security role by combating pirates who have hijacked a number of oil tankers since 2008; believes, therefore, that these aspects need to be part of the necessary strategic approach; emphasises in this context that energy supply is a crucial factor for successful CSDP missions and operations; notes that the protection of critical infrastructure in Europe could activate the mutual defence and/or solidarity clause;
Amendment 103 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29
Paragraph 29
29. Calls for stronger cooperation between the EU and NATO structures through a complementary approach; is convinced that strengthening the CSDP does no harm to, and indeed reinforces, collective security and transatlantic links; asserts that the development of defence capabilities within an EU context also benefits NATO; considers that coordination and cooperation between the EU and NATO structures remains unsatisfactory due to the implications of the unresolved Cyprus issue; hopes that the Republic of Cyprus's intention to join NATO's Partnership for Peace Programme can be a game changer and urges Turkey to adopt an equally constructive attitude; urges the development of a comprehensive framework for EU-NATO cooperation and the deepening of political dialogue with full respect for the decision-making of each party;