Activities of Cristian Dan PREDA related to 2017/2271(INI)
Plenary speeches (1)
State of EU-US relations (debate) FR
Amendments (9)
Amendment 28 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas the EU remains fully committed to multilateralism and the promotion of shared values; whereas the rules-based international order benefits both US and the EU and needs their collaborative support;
Amendment 32 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital C a (new)
Recital C a (new)
Ca. whereas the partnership between the US and Europe has been essential for the global economic, political and security order for over seven decades; whereas the transatlantic relationship faces many challenges and has been increasingly put under pressure on many issues since the election of President Trump;
Amendment 36 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital C b (new)
Recital C b (new)
Cb. whereas both US and EU should support the aspirations of the Western Balkans countries to join the transatlantic community; whereas alongside reinforced engagement by the EU, continued US commitment is critical in this respect;
Amendment 83 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Is concerned about the diverging views on addressing global issues and regional conflicts that have appeared since the election of President Trump; seeks clarity as to whether the transatlantic relationship, which was defined over decades, still has the same relevance today; stresses that the values-based overarching framework of our partnership is essential to securing the architecture of the global economy and security; underlines that the issues that bring US and EU together ultimately should carry greater weight than what divides them;
Amendment 172 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 14 a (new)
Paragraph 14 a (new)
14a. Takes the view that addressing Russia's attempts to destabilise and exploit the weaknesses of Western societies requires a joint transatlantic response; believes therefore that the US and the EU should give priority to coordinated actions with respect to Russia, with NATO involvement when appropriate;
Amendment 266 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23
Paragraph 23
23. Commends the strategic focus and invites the US to benhance its involvedment in further joint efforts in the Western Balkans; takes the view that, in the face of regional instability, the EU and US should initiate a new high-level dialogue on the Western Balkans in order to make sure policy goals and assistance programs are in alignment ; stresses that EU and US efforts should focus on strengthening anti-corruption mechanisms and institutions building, with strong emphasis on benchmarks for Rule of Law, which would help the countries of the region to build resilience, avoid democratic back-sliding and reduce the negative influence of external powers;
Amendment 305 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26
Paragraph 26
26. Recalls that the EU is determined to preserve the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) with Iran as a key pillar of the international non-proliferation architecture, with relevance also for the North Korean question, and as a crucial element for the security and stability of the region; reiterates the need to address more critically Iranian activities related to ballistic missiles and regional stability that are separate from the JCPOA, in the relevant formats and forums; stresses that transatlantic cooperation in addressing this issue is key; criticises strongly President Trump's decision to leave the JCPOA unilaterally and to put extraterritorial measures on EU companies which are active in Iran; underlines the need for Europe to engage with US administration on preventing Iran from going nuclear, curbing the Iranian regime quest for regional hegemony, fighting terrorism, and upholding universal human rights, which are still shared key objectives;
Amendment 337 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30
Paragraph 30
30. Recalls that the EU supports the resumption of a meaningful Middle East Peace Process towards a two-state solution and insists that any action that would undermine these efforts must be avoided; points out the need for the US to coordinate with its European partners on its peace efforts in the Middle East; underlines that the question of Jerusalem must be part of a final peace agreement between Israelis and Palestinians; stresses that the joint road map should the strengthened;
Amendment 348 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 31
Paragraph 31
31. Reiterates that we have shared interests in Africa where we must intensify our support for good governance, democracy, human rights and security issues; takes the view that better coordination between EU and US, including through enhanced political dialogue and devising joint strategies on Africa, while duly taking into account the views of regional organisations and sub- regional groupings, would lead to more effective actions and use of resources;