Procedure completed
2008/2104(INI) Relations between the EU and Russia
Lead committee dossier: AFET/6/61866
Legal Basis RoP 134-p3
| Role | Committee | Rapporteur | Shadows |
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| Lead | AFET | ONYSZKIEWICZ Janusz (ALDE) | |
| Opinion | INTA | MALDEIKIS Eugenijus (UEN) | |
| Opinion | ITRE | GUTIÉRREZ-CORTINES Cristina (PPE-DE) |
Legal Basis RoP 134-p3
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2009/04/02
Results of vote in Parliament
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T6-0215/2009
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The European Parliament adopted by 416 votes to 80, with 147 abstentions, a resolution comprising a series of recommendations to the Council on the new EU-Russia agreement.Recalling that EU relations with Russia are of crucial importance for the purposes of pragmatic cooperation and that Russia is the third largest trading partner of the EU and the fourth largest trading partner of the Eurozone and an essential energy supplier to the EU, the Parliament addresses the following recommendations to the Council in the context of the current negotiations on a new cooperation agreement.Human Rights: Parliament calls for the following:· that the EU continues to insist on a broad, wide-ranging and legally binding agreement based on a shared commitment to human rights; · that Russia respects international law and all binding agreements and treaties to which it adheres, including the UN Charter, the European Convention on Human Rights and the Energy Charter Treaty; · that the EU insists on the fact that a close partnership, enhanced cooperation and good neighbourly relations between it and Russia, as well as the new policy of the US administration towards Russia, can create a stable foundation and a precondition for stability, security and prosperity in Europe and worldwide (the plenary welcomes the declarations of the US administration concerning the great potential for cooperation with Russia);· the putting in place a consultation mechanism, under the responsibility of the High Representative, which would enable Member States to consult each other sufficiently in advance on every bilateral issue – whether an agreement or a dispute – with Russia which could have repercussions on other Member States and the EU as a whole; · that the EU insists on raising with the Russian Government concerns about the human rights situation and the shrinking space for Russia's civil society and to take prompt and effective steps to foster a favourable working climate for NGOs; · that the Russian Government fully respect media freedom and guarantee the enjoyment by independent media of political and economic conditions; · that the EU recalls President Medvedev's public commitment to strengthening the rule of law in Russia and raises its concerns over the independence of Russia's judiciary and legal system;· the revision of the six-monthly EU-Russia human rights consultation to make it more efficient and to also include minority rights;· that the Russian Federation guarantee the existence and sustainable development of the traditional lifestyle, culture and language of indigenous people living within its borders.External policy: the Parliament points out:that the negotiations on a new agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation between the EU and the Russian Federation should in no way legitimise the current status quo in Georgia, and that the obligation for Russia to implement fully the agreements signed on 12 August and 8 September 2008 with regard to the conflict in South Ossetia and Abkhazia remains valid, since its compliance with those agreements should be a sine qua non for the successful completion of the talks, which should include a renunciation by all parties of the use of force against neighbouring countries;its strong concern at the situation in Chechnya, where Kadirov's regime has failed to bring peace and reconciliation and, on the contrary, has imposed fear and oppression that eroded civil society and suppressed any open and democratic voice, and call for a real political settlement.Membership of the WTO: Parliament wants:the EU to continue to maintain support for Russia’s accession to the WTO and support the further opening-up of the Russian economy and to create a free-trade zone between the EU and Russia, which continues to be a long-term objective; further improvements to be made in legislation and law enforcement as regards the protection of intellectual, industrial and commercial property rights in order to increase competitiveness and make the investment climate attractive; new measures to combat effectively counterfeiting and piracy.Energy and environment: the Parliament asks:that the Energy Charter (signed but not ratified by Moscow) and its protocol on transit (not signed by Russia) serve as a basis for relations on the energy field with the Union and for their integration in the new agreement (this protocol would prohibit any interruption or reduction in energy flow in the event of dispute regarding transit means);Russia to establish a legal framework governing the transit of energy supplies to the Union, based on the framework already in place in the Energy Charter;environmental impact assessments to be carried out on all energy infrastructure projects;Russia to demonstrate greater transparency and reciprocity in the energy crisis which faces the Union and for it to enhance significantly the security of energy supply (in particular, MEPs call for the establishment of a transparent rules-based system and dispute-settlement mechanism).Political dialogue: The Parliament calls for:a clear code of conduct governing relations between the EU, Russia and the countries of the shared neighbourhood, including provisions relating to respect for the sovereign independence of all European states, a commitment to the peaceful settlement of disputes and a determination to resolve frozen conflicts; improvements on the existing political dialogue so as to encourage discussion of “hard security issues”, which are often at the core of the disagreements between the EU and Russia but which indubitably affect European and global security; a positive contribution to finding a sustainable political solution for the future of Kosovo and the stability of the Western Balkans; a real commitment from the Russian authorities to resolve in a constructive and peaceful manner, together with Georgia and the EU, the “modalities of security and stability in Abkhazia and South Ossetia” (MEPs urge the Russian Government to ensure that EU monitors are granted full access to all areas affected by the conflict, in compliance with the mandate of the EU Monitoring Mission). Visa policy: the Parliament:insists that the goal of visa-free travel vis-à-vis Russia be pursued in the light of Council Regulation (EC) No 539/2001 as well as that of visa facilitation to encourage interpersonal contacts, but taking into account reciprocal measures on the part of the Russian authorities; insists on a clear commitment from the Russian authorities to reduce bureaucratic obstacles applied in a non-reciprocal manner with respect to all travellers, such as the need to have an invitation and to register upon arrival; calls for the Kaliningrad transit and visa problem to be urgently addressed. Market liberalisation: Parliament calls for:the liberalisation of markets and the reciprocity of investment rights between the partners, as well as the guarantee the property rights of foreign investors; the compatibility of Russian legislation with Russia's current and future obligations under the WTO; the phasing out of Siberian overflight payments requested by Russia and the signature of the agreement reached on this issue at the summit in Samara; free passage through the Pilawa strait to allow access for EU shipping to the passage to Asia along the Northern Russian territory. Lastly, Parliament calls on the Council and the Commission to keep Parliament regularly and fully informed of the progress of the negotiations.
- 2009/04/01 Debate in Parliament
- 2009/03/16 Committee report tabled for plenary, single reading
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2009/03/09
Vote in committee, 1st reading/single reading
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2008/05/26
Council Meeting
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- 2008/04/29 Council Meeting
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2008/04/24
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2007/10/01
Non-legislative basic document published
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B6-0373/2007
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PURPOSE: to propose a European Parliament recommendation to the Council on relations between the European Union and Russia.CONTENT: pursuant to Rule 114(1) of the Rules of Procedure, Janusz ONYSZKIEWICZ (ALDE, PL) proposed, on behalf of the ALDE Group, a draft recommendation on relations between the European Union and Russia.The draft recommendation highlights the huge importance of Russia to European and world stability and prosperity and underlines the EU’s commitment to achieving a strategic partnership with Russia based on democratic values. There is, however, an increased need for a firm, robust and comprehensive EU policy on Russia.In this context, the Parliament addresses the following recommendations to the Council: to continue to work on a solution to the trade issues that are currently blocking the start of the negotiations on a new Partnership and Cooperation Agreement between the European Union and Russia;to devise a clear strategy on how to increase Russia's implementation of democratic rules and respect for fundamental values – the common values that must form the base for future relations;to continue to work for Russia's accession to the WTO and its acceptance of modern investment and business rules as guiding principles in a truly independent private sector;to continue to work on the prospect of Russia's adherence to the Energy Charter and the positive outcome of the ratification process.
- DG External Relations, FERRERO-WALDNER Benita
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B6-0373/2007
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Documents
- Non-legislative basic document published: B6-0373/2007
- Debate in Council: 2864
- Committee report tabled for plenary, single reading: A6-0140/2009
- Debate in Parliament: Debate in Parliament
- Results of vote in Parliament: Results of vote in Parliament
- Decision by Parliament, 1st reading/single reading: T6-0215/2009
| Amendments | Dossier |
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2008/2104(INI)
2008/06/27
INTA
31 amendments...
Amendment 1 #
Draft opinion Paragraph -1 (new) -1. Points out that relations between the EU and Russia have great economic potential, that both sides would benefit from greater economic integration and good neighbourly relations and that cooperation between the EU and Russia contributes decisively to ensuring stability in all areas in which they have mutual and overlapping interests;
Amendment 10 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3. Considers that the new agreement should review the
Amendment 11 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3. Considers that the new agreement should pragmatically review the goals, means and policies
Amendment 12 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3. Considers that the new agreement should review the goals, means and policies which define EU relations with Russia in a pragmatic manner which nevertheless promotes the rule of law, human rights, dialogue, and mutual interests;
Amendment 13 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3. Considers that the new agreement should review the goals, means and policies which define EU relations with Russia
Amendment 14 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 Amendment 15 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Believes that in parallel to negotiations for a new EU-Russia Agreement, Russian accession to the WTO should also be a priority for the European Union; calls on the Commission to uncouple its bilateral negotiations on Russia's WTO membership conditions from burdensome concessions which are not required by existing WTO rules, especially the phase- out of export duties;
Amendment 16 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Believes that the future Russian accession to the WTO
Amendment 17 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Believes that the future Russian accession to the WTO will significantly influence EU-Russia economic relations and should lead to deeper economic integration between them, within the framework of the Common Economic Space; calls on the Commission to consider the negotiation of a possible free trade agreement following Russia's accession to the WTO and further develop the objectives agreed under the roadmap for a common economic space;
Amendment 18 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Believes that the future Russian accession to the WTO will significantly influence EU-Russia economic relations and should lead to deeper economic integration between them, within the framework of the Common Economic Space; calls on the Commission to consider the negotiation of a possible free trade
Amendment 19 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Believes that the future Russian accession to the WTO will significantly influence EU-Russia economic relations and should lead to deeper economic integration between them, within the framework of the Common Economic Space;
Amendment 2 #
Draft opinion Paragraph -1 a (new) -1a. Points out that, with 7.3% of EU trade, Russia is the EU's third most important trading party and that, with a 52.9% share of Russian trade, the EU is Russia's most important trading partner;
Amendment 20 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 6. Urges Russia to
Amendment 21 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 6. Urges Russia to
Amendment 22 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 7. Urges the Russian
Amendment 23 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 7. Urges the Russian government and the relevant institutions to improve the investment climate,
Amendment 24 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 7. Urges the Russian Government and the relevant institutions to improve the investment climate, ensure and increase competition in the economy, eliminate technical barriers, and promote law enforcement; urges the Russian Government to further streamline, standardise and automate its customs procedures and to levy customs duties in a predictable and non-arbitrary manner; stresses the importance of
Amendment 25 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 7. Urges the Russian Government and the relevant institutions to improve the investment climate,
Amendment 26 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 a (new) 7a. Stresses that the establishment and operations of companies should be facilitated on a reciprocal basis; points out that the EU is open to investment from Russia, as clearly evidenced by the increased presence of Russian undertakings, particularly in the energy and steel sectors; accordingly urges that foreign undertakings operating in the Russian raw material sector be given the same access as domestic undertakings;
Amendment 27 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 a (new) 7a. Takes the view that Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs) of EU Member States with Russia have failed to promote human rights standards by exempting EU investors from responsible corporate behaviour; calls on the Commission to correct this failure by making EU-based companies liable for human rights violations of their subsidiaries in Russia, in the event of the Commission negotiating a new Investment Treaty with Russia;
Amendment 28 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 8.
Amendment 29 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 8. Welcomes the progress made on the unification of import/export duties
Amendment 3 #
Draft opinion Paragraph -1 (new) -1. Recalls its recurrent demand to the Council to systematically apply the Human Rights and Democracy Clause in its contractual relations with all third countries; asks the Council to explain how it intends to apply this clause to the negotiations of a new Agreement with Russia;
Amendment 30 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 8. Welcomes the progress made on the unification of import/export duties notwithstanding the need for improvement in the form of a substantial offer concerning the phasing out of export duties, but stresses that unresolved issues still exist, notably with regard to rail transit tariff equalisation; underlines the importance of expanding agricultural and food trade between Russia and the European Union; stresses, in this respect, that progress should be made on both sides on compliance with the standard requirements in order to facilitate mutual trade; stresses the need for Russia to harmonise the sanitary and phyto-sanitary requirements in dairy, grain and meat products.;
Amendment 31 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 a (new) 8a. Calls on Russia to sign the draft agreement on Siberian overflight payments which has been substantially already agreed; recalls that removing this long standing trade irritant would give a positive signal for EU-Russia economic relations;
Amendment 4 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1. Welcomes the conclusion of a negotiating mandate, and considers the conclusion of a new agreement as a high priority ; recalls that the European Union and the Russian Federation should seek a strategic
Amendment 5 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1. Welcomes the conclusion of a negotiating mandate, and considers the conclusion of a new agreement as a high priority ; recalls that the European Union and the Russian Federation should seek a strategic, longstanding partnership relationship
Amendment 6 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 2. Reiterates the importance for the
Amendment 7 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 2. Reiterates the importance for the European Union to speak with one voice with Russia, notably in the sensitive issue of energy,
Amendment 8 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 2. Reiterates the importance for the European Union to speak with one voice with Russia, notably in the sensitive issue of energy, on the basis of a common EU energy policy, avoiding any unilateral and privileged approach;
Amendment 9 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 a (new) source: PE-409.444
2008/06/30
ITRE
23 amendments...
Amendment 1 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1. Underlines the need for
Amendment 10 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Underlines the need to secure access to diversified sources of energy supply and to enhance energy security;
Amendment 11 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Underlines the need to secure access to diversified sources of energy supply and to enhance energy security;
Amendment 12 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Underlines the need to secure access to diversified sources of energy supply and to enhance energy security and energy efficiency; calls on the Commission to emphasise in negotiations with Russia the importance of
Amendment 13 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Underlines the need to secure access to diversified sources of energy supply and to enhance energy security; stresses the importance of EU competition rules as a base for investments and trade; underlines the necessity to use the private sector to secure and maintain the energy supply; calls on the Commission to emphasise in negotiations with Russia the importance of the planned Nabucco gas pipeline for the EU, and the EU's opposition to activities that might jeopardise it;
Amendment 14 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 a (new) 4a. Calls on the Russian Federation to support the development of its renewable energy industry to make use of the huge environmentally sustainable resources that are available; calls on the Russian Federation to guarantee state-of-the-art environmental standards for all the oil and gas projects which are in progress or planned on its territory;
Amendment 15 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 a (new) 4a. Calls on the Russian Federation to provide sustainable and environmentally- friendly support for its own renewable energy industry; calls on the Russian Federation also to guarantee compliance with high environmental standards for all current or future projects on its territory or in which companies from its gas and oil sector are participating;
Amendment 16 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Notes that exploitation of energy reserves and related infrastructure will have a major impact on local environments and inhabitants; calls on the Commission to ask Russia to ensure that exploitation is accompanied by environmental impact assessments and evaluations of the impact on the population living in the areas concerned, and to guarantee the right of those individuals to maintain their traditional relationship with the land; encourages the Commission to pursue energy cooperation with a view to securing fair and accessible energy for the peoples of both sides;
Amendment 17 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Notes that exploitation of energy reserves and related infrastructure will have a major impact on local environments and inhabitants; calls on the Commission to ask Russia to continue to ensure that exploitation is accompanied by environmental impact assessments and evaluations of the impact on the population living in the areas concerned, and to guarantee the right of those individuals to maintain their traditional relationship with the land;
Amendment 18 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. Underlines that in the course of negotiations between the EU and Russia special attention has to be paid to the ecological impacts of the "Nord Stream" gas pipeline; hence, suggests the "Amber" gas pipeline as an alternative to the "Nord Stream";
Amendment 19 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. Calls on the Commission to insist that Russia decommission its first generation of nuclear reactors and improve the management of its nuclear waste; encourages the Commission to pursue close cooperation with Russia regarding nuclear security standards;
Amendment 2 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1. Underlines the need for a special, long- term relationship between the EU and Russia, built on stability, cooperation and good commercial practice, including transparency - particularly with regard to energy, research, environment and quality of life issues;
Amendment 20 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. Recognises that global emissions need to be reduced at least by 50% by 2050 compared to 1990 levels; insists, in this respect, on the specific responsibility of developed countries to take the lead in reducing emissions and considers that reductions by industrialised countries in the order of 30% by 2020 are necessary; calls on Russia to play an active role in future international negotiations and to facilitate a swift agreement by 2009 at the latest, to ensure continuity of the global carbon market;
Amendment 21 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. Calls on the Commission and Member States, in view of the impact of climate change and the immense costs of failure to act, to step up dialogue with the authorities of the Russian Federation in preparation for the 2009 Copenhagen Conference with a view to negotiating and concluding a post-Kyoto agreement;
Amendment 22 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 a (new) 6a. Remains convinced of the importance of EU's Baltic Sea strategy which shall also be included in EU-Russia co- operation, paying special attention to the fight to save the most polluted sea area in the world, the Baltic Sea, which is now neighboured only by EU countries and Russia; points out that waste waters from Kaliningrad still go uncleaned to the sea; stresses also the importance of action by the Commission to remove possible obstacles to financing private initiatives to cut the emissions to the Baltic Sea from EU or Russia;
Amendment 23 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 a (new) 7a. Welcomes the participation of the Russian Federation in the European Union framework programmes; considers that this is opening the way for the efficient use and development of major Russian human and financial resources in the fields of research, development and innovation, which is to the advantage of both Europe and Russia; urges young researchers and young entrepreneurs from the Russian Federation to take part in European research programmes and the Erasmus programme for young entrepreneurs;
Amendment 3 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Expresses the importance of democracy, civil, human and ethnic minority rights and freedom of speech for the future of Russia; asks for commission to ensure these are in the core of any future agreement with the Russian Federation;
Amendment 4 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Calls on the Commission and Member States to ensure that all European Union undertakings which have commercial relations with undertakings in the Russian Federation or operate on its territory promote European principles and values and comply with the provisions of the European Union Charter of Fundamental Rights;
Amendment 5 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 b (new) 1b. Calls on the Commission to co-operate with Russia paying specific attention to demographic change, health, social and environmental problems which are all threatening the society and economy in Russian federation;
Amendment 6 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 2. Emphasises th
Amendment 7 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3.
Amendment 8 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3. Stresses that cooperation on energy should be based on the principles in the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) - in particular reciprocity on access to investments, markets and infrastructure- as well as non-discrimination, transparency and good governance; calls on the Commission to make Russian ratification of the ECT one of its key aims in negotiations on the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement; encourages the Commission to continue working towards Russia’s accession to the WTO;
Amendment 9 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3. Stresses that cooperation on energy should be based on the principles in the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) - in particular global energy security, balance of interests of consuming and producing countries, reciprocity on access to investments, markets and infrastructure; calls on the Commission to make Russian ratification of the ECT one of its key aims in negotiations on the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement;
source: PE-409.478
2009/01/30
ITRE
6 amendments...
Amendment 1 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 3. Stresses that cooperation on energy should be based on the principles in the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) - in particular
Amendment 2 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 a (new) and 4 Amendment 3 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 a (new) 4a. Notes that Russia has already passed a federal law on Renewable energy sources; calls on the Russian Federation to provide support for the development of its renewable energy industry, in a sustainable and environmentally-friendly way, and to make use of the environmentally sustainable resources that are available;
Amendment 4 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 5. Notes that exploitation of energy reserves and related infrastructure will have a major impact on local environments and inhabitants; calls on the Commission to ask Russia to continue to ensure that exploitation is accompanied by environmental impact assessments and evaluations of the impact on the population living in the areas concerned, and to guarantee the right of those individuals to maintain their traditional relationship with the land; encourages the Commission to pursue energy cooperation with a view to securing fair and accessible energy for the peoples of both sides; calls on the Russian Federation to guarantee compliance with high environmental standards for all the oil and gas projects which are in progress or planned on its territory;
Amendment 5 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. Calls on the Commission to co-operate with Russia to improve the management of its nuclear waste and nuclear safety; encourages the Commission to also pursue close cooperation with Russia regarding nuclear security standards;
Amendment 6 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 6 a (new) 6a. Welcomes the participation of the Russian Federation in the European Union framework programmes; considers that this is opening the way for the efficient use and development of major Russian human and financial resources in the fields of research, development and innovation, which is to the advantage of both Europe and Russia; urges the Commission to find ways to encourage young researchers and young entrepreneurs from the Russian Federation to take part in European research programmes and the Erasmus programme for young;
source: PE-419.881
2009/02/26
AFET
172 amendments...
Amendment 1 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 6 – having regard to the European Energy Charter signed on 17 December 1991 and the subsequent Energy Charter Treaty (ECT), which was opened for signature on 17 December 1994 and which entered into force in April 1998, and which is legally binding between all Contracting Parties that have ratified the ECT and those which did not opt out of applying the ECT provisionally until ratification pursuant to Article 45(1), and to the EU-Russia Energy Dialogue instituted at the sixth EU-
Amendment 10 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 9 Amendment 100 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a a (new) aa) insist on the need for a new deeper philosophy of EU-Russia relations and for the promotion of an innovative strategy in the new agreement, thus acknowledging EU and Russia as strategic partners;
Amendment 101 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a b (new) ab) stress that the agreement should be comprehensive, legally binding and covering all aspects of the relationship; underline that the agreement should also bring progress with respect to the harmonisation of regulatory standards and the commitments in relation to democracy, human rights and the rule of law;
Amendment 102 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a b (new) ab) put into place a mechanism of consultation, under the responsibility of the High Representative, which would enable Member states to consult each other sufficiently in advance on every bilateral issue – agreement or dispute – with Russia which could have repercussions on other Member States and the EU as a whole, allowing thus for as coherent a position of the EU as possible by assuring that the concerns of every Member State are fully taken into account, and excluding the possibility for one Member State to block the negotiations at a later stage;
Amendment 103 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a b (new) ab) consider that the new EU-Russia agreement must put in place a mechanism aiming at communication, consultation, coordination and cooperation;
Amendment 104 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a b (new) ab) insist on reinforcing the role of the Parliamentary Cooperation Committee in the new agreement to strengthen the parliamentary dimension of the cooperation between the EU and Russia;
Amendment 105 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point -b (new) -b) recommend that the strategic relations between Russia and EU are based on principles and provided with mechanisms which promote, while recognising reciprocally the specificity and showing reciprocal respect for the historical and cultural background, the convergence and compatibility of their respective approaches and policies in the field of human rights, the rule of law and democratic organisation, thus developing a political and institutional interoperability, thus enabling them to reach the common goals in both the short and the long term;
Amendment 106 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point -b a (new) -ba) invite the European Parliament and the Russian State Duma to reflect on the possibility of setting up a State Duma liaison office in Brussels, tackling key issues of common interest such as energy and energy security, the fight against terrorism, non-proliferation of nuclear weapons, and regional conflicts;
Amendment 107 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point -b b (new) -bb) invite the Russian State Duma and the European Parliament to closely cooperate, taking into consideration the possibility of setting up an early warning mechanism on new legislation to be adopted by both sides on sensitive issues and with a potential impact on EU- Russian relations, as well as on international security and stability;
Amendment 108 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point b b) raise with the Russian Government concerns about the shrinking space for Russia’s civil society and urge it to uphold freedom of expression and association by bringing legislation regulating civil society into line with Russia’s European and international commitments
Amendment 109 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point b b) reiterate the commitments that both the EU and Russia have agreed upon at international level, notably as members of the Council of Europe and the OSCE, and raise with the Russian Government concerns about the situation of human rights and the shrinking space for Russia’s civil society
Amendment 11 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 9 Amendment 110 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point b b) raise with the Russian Government concerns about the
Amendment 111 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point b b) raise with the Russian Government concerns about the shrinking space for Russia’s civil society and urge it to uphold freedom of expression and association by bringing legislation regulating civil society into line with Russia’s European and international commitments as confidence- building measures, and to take prompt and effective steps to foster a favourable working climate for human rights organisations;
Amendment 112 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point b b) raise with the Russian Government concerns about the shrinking space for Russia’s civil society and urge it to uphold freedom of expression and association by bringing legislation regulating civil society into line with Russia’s European and international commitments, and to take prompt and effective steps to foster a favourable working climate for
Amendment 113 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point b b) raise with the Russian Government concerns about the shrinking space for Russia’s civil society and urge it to uphold freedom of expression and association by bringing legislation regulating civil society into line with Russia’s European and international commitments, and to take prompt and effective steps to foster a favourable working climate for human rights organisations and independent charitable organisations promoting cultural links between Russia and EU Member States;
Amendment 114 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point b a (new) ba) call on the Russian Government to fully respect media freedom and guarantee independent media political and economic conditions for normal functioning; urge the Russian Government to put an end to the continuous violence and persecution against journalists;
Amendment 115 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point b b (new) bb) call on Russia to unequivocally implement and follow its obligations as a member of the Council of Europe;
Amendment 116 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point b b (new) bb) take the view that the regular six- monthly EU-Russia human rights consultation has failed to produce any tangible results since its establishment in 2005 and needs to be reformed, in order to allow for a substantial and result-oriented dialogue on human rights issues in Russia and the EU and on EU-Russian cooperation on human rights issues in international forums;
Amendment 117 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point b c (new) bc) insist on a thorough overhaul of the EU-Russia human rights consultations, including the creation of a formal role for independent NGOs from Russia and the EU, the involvement of officials from all relevant departments of the Russian Government and an end to the issuing of separate communiqués by the Russian Government;
Amendment 118 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point b d (new) bd) appeal to the authorities of the Russian Federation to guarantee the existence and sustainable development of the traditional lifestyle, culture and language of indigenous people living on the country’s territory;
Amendment 119 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point c c) urge the Russian Government to implement fully the decisions of the ECHR
Amendment 12 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 9 a (new) – having regard to the series of rulings by the European Court of Human Rights concerning Chechnya and to the many cases of a similar kind pending before the Court,
Amendment 120 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point c c)
Amendment 121 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point c a (new) ca) stress that ‘the programme of the support of Russian compatriots’ supported by the authorities of the Russian Federation should not be misused as an instrument aimed at reinforcing political influence in several EU Member States;
Amendment 122 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point c b (new) cb) continue to maintain the support for Russia’s WTO accession and support the further opening of the Russian economy; regard full respect for the WTO rules by Russia as a necessary precondition and a minimum standard for the creation of a free-trade zone between the EU and Russia, which continues to be a long-term objective;
Amendment 123 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point c b (new) Amendment 124 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point c c (new) cc) call for the organisation of a new Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe, thus leading to the creation of a space for freedom, security, justice and prosperity, ranging from Vancouver to Shanghai, through the upgrading and development of the basic international law and international relations principles, as stated in the Helsinki Final Act, in a such a way as to respond to the current conventional and non-conventional challenges, opportunities and threats;
Amendment 125 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point c d (new) cd) recommend the creation of a permanent consultation mechanism, between the major regional and global players from the Euro-Atlantic and Euro- Asian space, with a view to identifying, defining and finding solutions to the major security threats with which the above-mentioned spaces are confronted;
Amendment 126 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point c e (new) ce) stress the need for constructive cooperation with transit countries and insist on the opportunity of a trilateral agreement between the EU, Russia and Ukraine concerning the transit of gas from Russia to the EU in order to guarantee security of supply in the coming years; draw attention in this regard to the dispute settlement mechanism contained in the Energy Charter Treaty, already signed by the two partners of the EU;
Amendment 127 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point d d) insist that the ECT, as an existing treaty, legally binding on Russia and all EU Member States, should be the basis for relations in the field of energy and that the principles of the ECT and the Transit Protocol thereto should be incorporated in the new agreement, while reiterating its call on Russia to strengthen its commitment to a rules-based approach by ratifying the
Amendment 128 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point d d) insist that the
Amendment 129 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point d a (new) da) within the framework of the negotiations for the new agreement, finalise negotiations on the Transit Protocol to the ECT and call on Russia to sign it in order to put in place a legal framework governing transit of energy supplies between the parties that follows from that already in place under the ECT;
Amendment 13 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A A. whereas EU relations with Russia are
Amendment 130 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point d a (new) da) underline the need for proper environmental impact assessments for all energy-related infrastructure projects, in order to guarantee that international standards of environment protection are met; urge in this regard the Russian Federation to ratify the Espoo Convention on Environmental Impact Assessment in a Transboundary Context and the protocol on Strategic Environmental Assessment thereto;
Amendment 131 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point d a (new) da) call to strengthen the efficiency and crisis response capacity of the EU-Russia energy dialogue, to increase transparency, reciprocity, security of investment and to enhance thus the security of energy supply; to underline the need to establish mechanisms for a transparent rules-based system and dispute settlement mechanism in the field of energy;
Amendment 132 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point d a (new) da) call for the creation of a trilateral negotiation mechanism between the EU, Russia and Ukraine concerning a common energy strategy, involving the EU as a major consumer, Russia as a major supply country and Ukraine as a major transit country; recommend, in this respect, the establishment of a conciliation and arbitration system, similar to the existing WTO system, necessary for dispute settlement between EU and Russia on trade and energy cooperation issues;
Amendment 133 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point d a (new) da) establish a clear code of conduct governing relations between the EU, Russia and the countries belonging to the shared neighbourhood, including respect for the sovereign independence of all European states, a commitment to the peaceful settlement of disputes and a determination to resolve frozen conflicts;
Amendment 134 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point d b (new) db) upgrade the existing political dialogue encouraging discussion of ‘hard security issues’, which often are at the core of the disagreements between the EU and Russia but undoubtedly affect European and global security, stressing the need for multilateral arms control and reduction, as well as for non-proliferation regimes;
Amendment 135 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point e e) call on the Russian Government to make – together with the EU, and the other
Amendment 136 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point f f) call on the Russian Government to
Amendment 137 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point f f) call on the Russian Government and Georgia to demonstrate
Amendment 138 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point f f) call on the Russian Government to
Amendment 139 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point f f) call on the Russian Government to demonstrate its commitment to resolving, together with Georgia and the EU, in a constructive and peaceful manner the ‘modalities of security and stability in Abkhazia and South Ossetia’
Amendment 14 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A A. whereas EU relations with Russia remain
Amendment 140 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point h h) insist that the goal of visa-free travel vis-à-vis Russia be pursued in the light of Council Regulation (EC) No 539/2001
Amendment 141 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point h h) insist that the goal of visa-free travel vis-à-vis Russia
Amendment 142 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point h h) insist that the goal of visa-free travel vis-à-vis Russia be pursued in the light of Council Regulation (EC) No 539/2001, which states that exemption from a visa requirement should be subject to a considered assessment of a variety of criteria relating inter alia to illegal immigration, public policy and security and the EU’s external relations with third countries, consideration being also given to the implications of regional coherence and reciprocity, bearing in mind that relations between the Union and white-listed third countries are typified by a special political dimension in providing that these third countries must attain an appropriate level in terms of democratic values and fundamental rights;
Amendment 143 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point h a (new) ha) insist that visa facilitation for students, researchers and businessmen should be a priority in order to promote people-to-people contacts; insist, however, that any further uplift of the visa regime with Russia shall be conditioned by a corresponding uplift of the visa arrangements with ENP countries in order to avoid any discrepancies;
Amendment 144 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point g Amendment 145 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point g g)
Amendment 146 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point g g)
Amendment 147 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point g g) r
Amendment 148 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point g g) raise concerns with the Russian government decision to recogni
Amendment 149 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point g g) raise concerns with the Russian
Amendment 15 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A A. whereas EU relations with Russia remain very important for the purposes of
Amendment 150 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point g g) raise concerns with the Russian government decision to recognise Abkhazia and South Ossetia, since these steps undermine the territorial integrity of Georgia, as insisted upon by the relevant UN resolutions, and c
Amendment 151 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point g a (new) ga) come to an understanding with Russia as to how provinces may break away from internationally recognised states and who may declare their independence, bearing in mind that the precedent set by the West vis-à-vis Serbia as regards Kosovo has created a dangerous international conflict potential, as has been demonstrated by the Russian actions in relation to Georgia; ensure that such an understanding serves essentially to endorse two fundamental pillars of the international system – the equal rights to be accorded to all states and the principle of the inviolability of borders, these being considered to be two of the main doctrines which have underpinned the international order since the Second World War;
Amendment 152 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point i i) in accordance with the EU-Russia agreement on facilitation of short-stay visas, request a clear commitment from the Russian authorities to reducing bureaucratic obstacles applied in a non- reciprocal manner with respect to all travellers, such as the need to have an invitation and to register upon arrival; bear in mind that the changes made in Russian visa rules in recent years and its ceasing to issue multiple-entry business visas may have negative consequences for business and commercial links between the EU and Russia especially counterproductive in the recent crisis; also bear in mind Parliament’s view that facilitated travel for Russian passport holders should be limited to Russian residents only; call on the Commission to address this issue urgently;
Amendment 153 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point k k) within the framework of the ongoing WTO accession negotiations, call on the Russian authorities not to suspend some already negotiated and agreed commitments and fully respect the 2004
Amendment 154 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point l Amendment 155 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point l a (new) la) draw attention to the necessity of truly independent environmental impact assessment before the building of the Nord Stream pipeline will move the shallow Baltic Sea bottom – extremely vulnerable – with lasting poisonous pollution, and to the fact that the consent of coastal Member States is requested for that work as well;
Amendment 156 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point m Amendment 157 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point m m) address with the Russian Government its plans to develop free trade agreements with some countries, which may affect negatively the creation of a common economic space with Russia;
Amendment 158 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point m a (new) ma) insist that the EU-Russia relationship be based on the principles of liberalised and open markets and reciprocity of investment rights between the partners, and therefore demand that, in exchange for close and beneficial economic ties, the Russian Government guarantee the property rights of foreign investors and review the 2008 Strategic Sectors Law, which gives the Russian state broad discretion to discriminate against foreign investors, whereas the EU internal market is freely open to Russian investors;
Amendment 159 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point n n) while welcoming the recent changes, call for further improvements to be made in legislation and law enforcement as regards the protection of intellectual, industrial and commercial property rights, in order to increase competitiveness and make the investment climate
Amendment 16 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A A. whereas EU relations with Russia remain very important for the purposes of pragmatic cooperation,
Amendment 160 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point n a (new) na) raise concerns about the changes brought to the Russian legislation by the law on investment in the strategic sectors; maintain that reciprocity, sustainability, transparency, predictability, reliability, non-discrimination and good governance should be leading principles in economic and trade relations between the EU and Russia, including in the field of foreign investment;
Amendment 161 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point o o) address a number of shipping-related concerns with the Russian Government, including free passage through the Pilawa strait, access for EU shipping to the passage to Asia along the Northern Russian territory, and the potential environmental hazards resulting, among other sources, from the growth of tanker traffic in the Baltic Sea;
Amendment 162 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point o a (new) oa) urge the Council to develop informal guidelines as to how the principles of solidarity and mutual accountability could underpin EU-Russia relations, with the aim of developing a more united and consistent policy vis-à-vis Russia;
Amendment 163 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point o a (new) oa) continue to investigate the possibility of close cooperation with Russia in the elaboration of an energy policy and strategy abiding by the principles of equity, reciprocity of benefits and energy security of all EU Member States as well as other neighbouring countries; the PCA should ensure the EU the diversity of energy supply and secure against monopolistic dependence;
Amendment 164 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point o a (new) oa) in cooperation with the Russian Government, make security concerns the main focus of negotiations on a new agreement, taking into consideration the proposal from the Russian President, Dmitry Medvedev, to create a ‘wider Europe’ as a continuation of the Helsinki process, and discuss vital issues such as anti-missile defence, the CFE Treaty, NATO enlargement, and regional conflicts, proceeding from the mutual interest in cementing relations based on partnership and enhancing strategic stability in Europe;
Amendment 165 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point o a (new) oa) address with the Russian Government concerns about the congestion on the EU common border, which is a continuous serious obstacle to EU-Russia trade and economic relations and which does not comply with the general aims of the strategic partnership;
Amendment 166 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point o a (new) oa) ask the Russian Federation to cooperate constructively with the EU in view of resolving the status of breakaway territories, including Transdniestria, and contribute to strengthening the sovereignty of the Moldovan Government, as a necessary requirement for the stability of a key border region of the European Union; stress that progress on this issue hinges upon the withdrawal of Russian troops stationed inside Moldova, as pledged by Russia inter alia at the 1999 OSCE Istanbul Summit;
Amendment 167 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point o b (new) ob) while recognising the positive aspects of the intensification of scientific cooperation between EU and Russia, call for further comprehensive analyses of the (i.e. security-related) impacts of Russia’s possible association with the 7th Framework Programmes;
Amendment 168 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 2 2. Asks the Council and the Commission to keep the European Parliament and its Committee on Foreign Affairs regularly and fully informed of progress of the negotiations;
Amendment 169 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 2 2. Asks the Council and the Commission to keep the European Parliament regularly and fully informed of progress of the negotiations and reminds them that the PCA will need the EP’s approval;
Amendment 17 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A A. whereas EU relations with Russia remain very important for the purposes of pragmatic cooperation, and whereas the EU shares with Russia not only economic and trade interests
Amendment 170 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. Considers it important that mutual legal obligations should be strengthened through the early conclusion of the PCA and Russian accession to the WTO;
Amendment 171 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. Calls on those EU Member States which have not yet done so to ratify the CFE Treaty as quickly as possible so as to enable its control mechanisms to be preserved, thus ensuring that countries which have already ratified the Treaty will refrain from suspending them and hence that an existing disarmament agreement will not simply be killed off and replaced by a new arms race; considers that confidence building has to be a key element of relations with Russia, for there will be no stability in Europe without or against Russia;
Amendment 172 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 2 b (new) 2b. Recommends the creation of an international working group with the scope of analysing the needs and respective solutions to the reform of the major international institutions and organisations, created under the specific circumstances of the bipolar global system and of the cold war, thus adapting them to the current world order;
Amendment 18 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A A. whereas EU relations with Russia remain very important for the purposes of pragmatic cooperation, and whereas the EU shares with Russia not only economic and trade interests but also
Amendment 19 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A A. whereas EU relations with Russia remain very important for the purposes of pragmatic cooperation, and whereas the EU shares with Russia not only economic and trade interests but also
Amendment 2 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 6 a (new) – having regard to the Protocol on Strategic Environmental Assessment to the 1991 UN/ECE Espoo Convention on Environmental Impact Assessment in a Transboundary Context,
Amendment 20 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A A. whereas EU relations with Russia remain very important for the purposes of pragmatic cooperation, and whereas the EU shares with Russia not only economic and trade interests but also an objective to act in the international arena, as well as in the European neighbourhood; whereas enhanced cooperation and good- neighbourly relations between the EU and Russia should be of key importance to the stability, security and prosperity of the
Amendment 21 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A A. whereas EU relations with Russia remain very important for the purposes of pragmatic cooperation, and whereas the EU shares with Russia not only economic and trade interests but also an objective to act in the international arena, as well as in the European neighbourhood; whereas enhanced cooperation and good- neighbourly relations between the EU and Russia should be based on mutual trust, and common values of democracy, respect for human rights and the rule of law as well as on cooperation in the international arena and are therefore of key importance to the stability, security and prosperity of the whole of Europe,
Amendment 22 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A a (new) Aa. whereas the EU is based on common values, such as democracy, respect for human rights and the rule of law, whereas full respect for these values must be of first priority in pursuing enhanced cooperation with any third state,
Amendment 23 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A a (new) Aa. whereas the negotiations on a new agreement between EU and Russia are unfolding in a new international context, in which the global economic and financial crisis is leading towards the creation of a new balance, nature and structure of power posing for a new international order and new appropriate mechanisms for global stability and security,
Amendment 24 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A b (new) Amendment 25 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital A c (new) Ac. whereas the European Union, Russia and the United States could address global challenges, opportunities and threats through the means of a trilateral strategic partnership,
Amendment 26 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital B Amendment 27 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital B Amendment 28 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital B B. whereas the EU regarded as disproportionate Russia’s massive counterattack, triggered by the Georgian troops
Amendment 29 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital B B. whereas
Amendment 3 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 6 b (new) – having regard to its resolution of 8 July 2008 on the environmental impact of the planned gas pipeline in the Baltic Sea to link up Russia and Germany1,
Amendment 30 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital B B. whereas Russia’s massive counter- attack, triggered by the Georgian troops entering South Ossetia, extended to the other Georgian territories with the massive use of armour and air power, as well as the unprovoked massive military action in Abkhazia, including attacks and occupation
Amendment 31 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital B B. whereas Russia’s massive counter
Amendment 32 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital B B. whereas Russia’s m
Amendment 33 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital B B. whereas Russia’s massive
Amendment 34 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital B B. whereas Russia’s
Amendment 35 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital B a (new) Ba. whereas the security dimension of EU-Russia relations cannot be seen in isolation from the wider European security architecture; whereas the relevant developments in this wider security structure should be addressed in dialogue with Russia and also with the United States and the non-EU OSCE member states, taking the Helsinki agreements or an updated version of them to be negotiated within a new Conference on Security and Cooperation in Europe,
Amendment 36 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital B a (new) Ba. whereas, contrary to the rather one- sided coverage of the armed conflict over South Ossetia in the Western media, a number of renowned and independent international organisations have meanwhile investigated the armed conflict and documented the violations by all parties to the conflict, their indiscriminate and disproportionate use of force and their violation of international humanitarian and human rights law; whereas the Georgian and Russian governments should investigate and hold accountable those from their respective forces responsible for international humanitarian law violations, including war crimes; whereas the EU and its Member States should continue to provide full political and material support to the international commission of inquiry, including by calling on all parties to the conflict to cooperate fully with the inquiry and providing the inquiry with adequate resources to conduct a thorough and comprehensive investigation;
Amendment 37 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital C C. whereas
Amendment 38 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital C C. whereas
Amendment 39 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital C C. whereas Russia
Amendment 4 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 6 b (new) – having regard to its resolution of 8 July 2008 on the environmental impact of the planned gas pipeline in the Baltic Sea to link up Russia and Germany2,
Amendment 40 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital C C. whereas Russia
Amendment 41 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital C C. whereas Russia should have a responsibility to contribute to financial and political stability and the sense of security in Europe and in the world, in particular
Amendment 42 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital C C. whereas Russia should have a responsibility to contribute to financial and political stability and the sense of security in Europe and in the world, in particular in the shared neighbourhood but also as regards issues such as nuclear proliferation,
Amendment 43 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital D D. whereas the negotiations on a new agreement aimed at
Amendment 44 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital D D. whereas the negotiations on a new agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation between the EU and the Russian Federation
Amendment 45 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital D D. whereas the negotiations on a new agreement aimed at enhancing cooperation between the EU and the Russian Federation should address the issue of the full compliance by Russia with the agreements signed on 12 August and 8 September 2008 in respect of the conflict in South Ossetia and Abkhazia, since its compliance with these agreements should be an indispensable condition for the successful completion of the talks, together with tangible assurances from Russia that it will not resort to the use of force against any of its neighbours,
Amendment 46 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital D a (new) Da. whereas the Russian legislation on social security guarantees for military personnel still includes, despite the resolution of the European Parliament on EU-Russia (2004/2170(INI)), a clause about eventual armed actions in the Baltic States – Member States of the EU,
Amendment 47 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital D a (new) Da. whereas, in particular after the events in Georgia, positions on Kosovo and the common neighbourhood remain farther apart,
Amendment 48 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital D b (new) Db. whereas at the closely watched 45th Munich Security Conference many leaders spoke in favour of a rapprochement with Russia, recognising also the need for a new understanding with Russia regarding fundamental issues of European and global security,
Amendment 49 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital E E. whereas the conclusion of an agreement on future cooperation remains of the utmost importance for further development and intensification of cooperation between
Amendment 5 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 6 c (new) Amendment 50 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital E E. whereas the conclusion of an agreement on future cooperation remains of the utmost importance for further development and intensification of cooperation between the two sides; whereas the EU’s policy towards Russia must be based on unity and solidarity and whereas the EU should have a common approach and speak with one voice,
Amendment 51 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital E E. whereas the conclusion of an agreement on future cooperation remains of the utmost importance for further development and intensification of cooperation between the two sides; whereas the EU’s policy towards Russia must be based on unity and solidarity and whereas the EU should speak with one voice
Amendment 52 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital E E. whereas the conclusion of an agreement on future cooperation remains of the utmost importance for further development and intensification of cooperation between the two sides; whereas
Amendment 53 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital E E. whereas the conclusion of an agreement on future cooperation remains of the utmost importance for further development and intensification of cooperation between the two sides; whereas the EU
Amendment 54 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital E a (new) Ea. whereas the EU’s policy towards Russia must be based on unity and solidarity among its Member States, thus delivering a common EU political message to Russia, while avoiding rivalry and competition among them concerning EU-Russia relations,
Amendment 55 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital F F. whereas the new
Amendment 56 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital F F. whereas the new comprehensive agreement designed to replace the current PCA must represent an improvement in quality and reflect the whole breadth of the cooperation, the new realities of the 21st century, as well as compliance with the principles of international relations and respect for democratic norms and human rights; whereas the political dialogue and cooperation as well as respect for the shared common values and commitments constitute the basic requirements for the smooth and comprehensive implementation of the future PCA,
Amendment 57 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital F a (new) Amendment 58 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital G G. whereas the Russian Federation
Amendment 59 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital G G. whereas the Russian Federation is a member of the Council of Europe and thus has
Amendment 6 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 7 Amendment 60 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital G G. whereas the Russian Federation
Amendment 61 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital G G. whereas the Russian Federation is a member of the Council of Europe and thus has committed itself to the objectives of the Council, which are, in particular, to promote democracy and respect for human rights, and to consolidate democracy and stability in Europe, whereas the EU should strongly defend the principle that the rule of law and respect for existing commitments in these organisations is vital to the success of the EU-Russia partnership,
Amendment 62 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital H Amendment 63 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital H Amendment 64 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital H H. whereas numerous reports by NGOs and independent experts show that the 2006 NGO law and other measures taken by the Russian Government, including the anti- extremism legislation and the extension of state control over significant sections of the media, severely undermine freedom of expression and hamper human rights and civil society activities in Russia,
Amendment 65 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital H a (new) Ha. whereas the continued existence of political prisoners and the treatment of human rights defenders contradicts the commitment of the Russian Federation to strengthening the rule of law in Russia and end ‘legal nihilism’,
Amendment 66 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital H a (new) Amendment 67 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital H a (new) Ha. whereas the Council of Europe Assembly and a number of independent human rights organisations have raised serious questions about standards of justice in Russia, including the lack of judicial independence, the denial of fair trials to defendants in politically controversial cases, the harassment and persecution of defence lawyers and the return of political prisoners within the Russian penal system,
Amendment 68 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital H a (new) Ha. whereas relations between the European Union and Russia should be based on mutual trust, common aims, interests and common values of democracy, respect for human rights, including the rights of minorities, and the rule of law, as well as on mutual cooperation in the international arena and a shared interest in a stable and secure neighbourhood,
Amendment 69 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital J J. whereas the underlying principles governing economic and trade relations between the EU and the Russian Federation should be reciprocity, sustainability, transparency, predictability, reliability, non-discrimination and good governance, whereas the new agreement should be legally binding and envisage clear dispute-settlement mechanisms,
Amendment 7 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 7 − having regard to the EU-Russia human rights consultations
Amendment 70 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital J a (new) Ja. whereas the recent crisis in gas supplies to the European Union, which left millions of citizens in Bulgaria, Slovakia and elsewhere in the EU without heating and hot water in freezing winter temperatures, raises serious concerns over the reliability of Russian energy supplies,
Amendment 71 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital J a (new) Ja. whereas the most serious and long- time cutting of gas deliveries from Russia in January 2009 raises urgent questions whether Russia can be seen as a reliable partner,
Amendment 72 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital J b (new) Jb. whereas the crisis has demonstrated that the EU and Russia have to establish mechanisms for a transparent rules- based system and dispute settlement in the field of energy; whereas the EU expects that the guiding principles of the Energy Charter and the Transit Protocol will be taken up, while the Russian side aims to modernise the present Energy Charter,
Amendment 73 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital I Amendment 74 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital I a (new) Ia. whereas there is information about progressive deterioration of the situation of human rights defenders, lawyers and independent journalists,
Amendment 75 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital K K. whereas
Amendment 76 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital K K. whereas, in terms of energy security, relations between the EU and Russia offer great potential for positive and constructive
Amendment 77 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital K K. whereas, in terms of energy security, relations between the EU and Russia offer great potential for positive and constructive mutual interdependence, provided that the partnership is based on the principle of non-discrimination and fair treatment, and on equal market conditions, whereas a secure energy relationship between the EU and Russia equally rests on transparency of energy trade in transit countries, which is a common challenge for the EU, Russia and the countries concerned,
Amendment 78 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital K K. whereas, in terms of energy security, relations between the EU and Russia offer great potential for positive and constructive mutual interdependence, provided that the partnership is based on the principle of non-discrimination and fair treatment, and on equal market conditions, as provided for in the ECT; whereas the recent gas crisis proved the necessity of the adoption of, and respect for, a set of rules based, as a minimum, on the current ECT,
Amendment 79 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital K K. whereas, in terms of energy security, relations between the EU and Russia offer great potential for positive and constructive mutual interdependence, provided that the partnership is based on the principle of non-discrimination and fair treatment,
Amendment 8 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 7 − having regard to the EU-Russia human rights consultations and the
Amendment 80 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital K K. whereas, in terms of energy security, relations between the EU and Russia offer great potential for positive and constructive mutual interdependence, provided that the partnership is based on the principle of non-discrimination and fair treatment, and on equal market conditions; whereas Russia’s energy policies in practice have featured examples of monopolistic and coercive abuse, particularly the denial of third country transit rights, supply interruptions and the violation of property rights,
Amendment 81 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital K a (new) Ka. whereas a common European energy strategy should be capable of promoting the European interests in the energy field, while integrating the strategic priorities of Russia as a supply country and those of the transit countries,
Amendment 82 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital L L. whereas the Brussels European Council of 15-16 June 2006 recommended that the negotiation of the European Energy Charter Transit Protocol be concluded, that ratification of the ECT by all signatories to the Charter be secured and that the Commission be invited, especially in view of the recent gas crisis, to set out elements for an agreement with Russia on energy within the framework of the successor to the PCA,
Amendment 83 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital L L. whereas the Brussels European Council of 15-16 June 2006 recommended that the negotiation of the European Charter Transit Protocol be concluded, that ratification of the ECT by all signatories to the Charter be secured and that the Commission be invited, especially in view of the recent gas crisis, to set out elements for an agreement with Russia on energy completing the existing and binding PCA or within the framework of the successor to the PCA,
Amendment 84 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital L L. whereas the Brussels European Council of 15-16 June 2006 recommended that the negotiation of the European Charter Transit Protocol be concluded, that ratification of the ECT by all signatories to the Charter be secured and that the Commission be invited, especially in view of the recent gas crisis, to set out elements for an agreement with Russia on energy within the framework of the successor to the PCA, whereas the ECT is already legally binding on all EU Member States and on Russia, as a signatory according to Article 45,
Amendment 85 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital L a (new) La. whereas the EU’s policy towards Russia must be based on unity, solidarity and mutual accountability between the Member States; whereas Member States should consult as much as possible with each other on possible bilateral deals or disputes with Russia that might affect the general EU interests; whereas internal consultation would greatly enhance trust among Member States when it comes to developing EU policy on Russia;
Amendment 86 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital L a (new) La. whereas close collaboration in the field of energy policy and definition of a long-term energy strategy is a precondition of balanced development of the EU and Russian economies alike,
Amendment 87 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital L a (new) La. whereas the EU has often failed to speak with a common voice in its relations with Russia; whereas a functioning mechanism should exist within the Council, under the responsibility of the High Representative, which would enable Member States to consult each other sufficiently in advance on every bilateral issue with Russia which could have repercussions on other Member States and the EU as a whole,
Amendment 88 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital L a (new) La. whereas the Treaty on Conventional Armed Forces in Europe (CFE), signed by 16 NATO members and 6 Warsaw Pact countries in 1990 and amended in 1999, is the most significant disarmament agreement in history where conventional weapons are concerned; whereas this Treaty has been ratified by Russia, Belarus, and Ukraine, but has been shelved by NATO; whereas Russia has since suspended the Treaty,
Amendment 89 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital L b (new) Lb. whereas the ongoing economic crisis that is deeply affecting both Russia and the EU offers an opportunity for a new start of bilateral relations based on a better and franker mutual understanding that avoids the suspicions and the shortfalls of the past and provides the basis for the definition and the enhancement of real shared common values,
Amendment 9 #
Proposal for a recommendation Citation 7 a (new) - having regard to the Convention for the Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms and the protocols thereto,
Amendment 90 #
Proposal for a recommendation Recital L b (new) Lb. whereas since 1990 it has proved impossible to establish a Europe-wide security system – also encompassing Russia – based on the principles of the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE); whereas the traditional security threats in and for Europe have changed since 1989 in general and owing to the most recent EU enlargements in particular; whereas, by contrast, the expansion of NATO is not aimed at creating comprehensive security, but has caused the focus to shift gradually from collective defence to worldwide intervention,
Amendment 91 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 − introductory part Addresses the following recommendations to the Council and
Amendment 92 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point -a (new) -a) insist on the fact that close and strategic partnership, enhanced cooperation and good-neighbourly relations between the European Union (EU) and Russia can create a stable foundation and a precondition for stability, security and prosperity in Europe and world wide;
Amendment 93 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a a) continue to insist on a broad and wide- ranging and legally binding agreement covering the whole range of cooperation between the parties and representing a step up from the current PCA;
Amendment 94 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a a) continue to insist on a broad and wide- ranging and legally binding agreement covering the whole range of cooperation between the parties and representing a step up from the current PCA;
Amendment 95 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a a) continue to insist on a broad and wide- ranging agreement based on a shared commitment to human rights, covering the whole range of cooperation between the parties and representing a step up from the current PCA;
Amendment 96 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a a) continue to insist on a broad and wide- ranging agreement covering the whole range of cooperation between the parties and representing a step up from the current PCA, both in terms of the depth of the commitments and the subjects covered; insist that the agreement should comprise enforcement mechanisms for its relevant parts;
Amendment 97 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a a (new) aa) actively pursue the partnership negotiations and to make use of this new agreement to make best use of the potential of this partnership for real and substantial cooperation;
Amendment 98 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a a (new) aa) insist on the fact that Russia’s violating of the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia and its role in the gas dispute at the beginning of 2009 seriously endangered relations between the EU and Russia and the negotiations on the new agreement;
Amendment 99 #
Proposal for a recommendation Paragraph 1 - point a a (new) aa) insist that the EU’s relationship with Russia must be based on respect for the rule of international law and all binding agreements and treaties to which Russia and EU Member States adhere, including the UN Charter, the European Convention on Human Rights and the ECT, as well as the rules and commitments incumbent on members of the OSCE and Council of Europe;
source: PE-409.741
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