16 Amendments of Norica NICOLAI related to 2010/2124(INI)
Amendment 97 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 16
Paragraph 16
16. Emphasises the need to prevent the EU from becoming dependent for its energy supplies on third countries, which would undermine the independence of EU foreign policy; recalls the urgent need to address energy challenges by implementing a common European external energy policy, based on the diversification of energy suppliers, the implementation of strategic energy infrastructure projects such as Nabucco and encouraging neighbouring countries to embrace its relevant internal energy market rules; calls, in this regard, on the VP/HR to pursue with determination Parliament's recommendations for the development of a coherent and coordinated policy, in particular by promoting EU cohesion in constructive dialogue with energy suppliers, and especially with Russia ands well as with transit countries;
Amendment 146 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22
Paragraph 22
22. Underlines the need for close and continuous coordination of EU foreign policy with the EU's closest ally and strategic partner, the US, ensuring a joint approach to global governance and to challenges such as nuclear non- proliferation and, terrorism; calls on the VP/HR to coordinate closely and develop synergies with the US with a view to ensuring stability and security on the European continent and worldwide, including on the basis of cooperation with Russia,relevant actors (Russia, China, India, Turkey) and with regard to stability in the greater Middle East, Iran, Afghanistan and Pakistan;
Amendment 149 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 22 a (new)
Paragraph 22 a (new)
22a. Urges the development of a comprehensive EU strategy for improving the security situation throughout the greater Middle East, Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan which involves cooperation with Russia and China;
Amendment 172 #
Motion for a resolution
Subheading 7 a (new)
Subheading 7 a (new)
European Union Strategy for the Black Sea
Amendment 177 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26 a (new)
Paragraph 26 a (new)
26a. Salutes and supports the commitment of the authorities of the Republic of Moldova to strengthen their relationship with the European Union regarding the conclusion of the Association Agreement, the development of a dialogue on visa liberalization, and the beginning of negotiations on a free trade agreement;
Amendment 178 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26 b (new)
Paragraph 26 b (new)
26b. Appeals to the political actors involved in the Transnistrian conflict to resume negotiations regarding identifying a peaceful and durable solution, fully respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova;
Amendment 179 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26 c (new)
Paragraph 26 c (new)
26c. Calls on the Commission to accelerate the implementation of the projects under the Black Sea Synergy and to maintain this issue on the agenda of the EEAS;
Amendment 186 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28 c (new)
Paragraph 28 c (new)
28c. Underlines the significance of the Black Sea region within the Eastern Partnership and considers that a greater involvement of the European Union is necessary in this respect;
Amendment 187 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28 d (new)
Paragraph 28 d (new)
28d. Hopes that the process of reforming the European Neighbourhood Policy launched by the Commission will lead to a new strategic vision and a differentiated approach within the same policy, concerning the areas of interest, according to the diversity of the Union's interests, challenges and regional threats;
Amendment 188 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28 e (new)
Paragraph 28 e (new)
28e. Reaffirms the necessity of a coherent approach in the regional cooperation processes through the operationalization of the initiatives and instruments proposed by the EU for its Eastern neighbourhood (European Partnership, Black Sea Synergy/EU Strategy for the Black Sea etc); takes the view that it is necessary to ensure the complementarity and differentiation between the proposed initiatives, especially at project level, for a more efficient use of resources and in order to obtain concrete results;
Amendment 189 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28 f (new)
Paragraph 28 f (new)
28f. Appreciates the fact that the ENP has maintained an approach geared towards advancing relationships with its neighbours as an important element in encouraging reforms and the implementation of the acquis in these states; is of the view that it is necessary to take into consideration the particular challenges with which our partners and neighbours are confronted, but also their own approaches in relation with the EU;
Amendment 190 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28 g (new)
Paragraph 28 g (new)
28g. Underlines the relevance of the Black Sea region within the ENP, noting that a greater European involvement in this area is necessary and important;
Amendment 191 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28 b (new)
Paragraph 28 b (new)
28b. Considers that the states in the Black Sea region can draw closer to the EU through flexible and pragmatic projects open to all regional actors, such as the ones proposed under the Black Sea Synergy; the synergy should maintain its basic principle of variable geometry and be further developed through launching and operationalizing the three sectorial partnerships proposed by the Member States and supported by the Commission;
Amendment 192 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28 a (new)
Paragraph 28 a (new)
28a. Appreciates the fact that the EU interests regarding the Black Sea reflects the EU's ambition to develop its profile as a significant global actor, including within the context of the changes brought by the implementation of the Lisbon Treaty;
Amendment 224 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34
Paragraph 34
34. IsCalls for a close monitoring of the situation in Tunisia closely, and calls on the EU to support the Tunisian people in itsand Egypt and urges the EU to support a peaceful and democratic transition in these states, including by providing appropriate assistance that may be needed; emphasises the need to adjust funding to help alleviate the social and economic crisis in the country;
Amendment 251 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 39 a (new)
Paragraph 39 a (new)
39a. Welcomes the steps taken by both sides of the Taiwan Strait, which resulted in the signing of the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement (ECFA) and an agreement on intellectual property rights in June 2010; given that the expansion of cross-strait economic relations is in the interest of both sides and of the EU, strongly supports the enhancement of EU-Taiwan economic ties and the signing of an EU-Taiwan Economic Cooperation Agreement; reiterates its firm view to support Taiwan's meaningful participation as an observer in relevant international organizations and activities, such as UNFCCC, WHO and ICAO;