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I support this report and the idea of adapting the EU’s trade policy to future challenges.
Europe’s leading position in the world market enables us to prepare for change in such a way that we can respond to globalisation without abandoning our interests or the social model.
The increased liberalisation of trade must be accompanied by better use of defence instruments to combat unfair trade practices.
Without wishing to call for protectionism, which would not reduce the effects of globalisation, it is vital for Europe to adopt a strong stance on scrupulous compliance with its international trade agreements.
We cannot allow our competitors to use state aid policies for exports, to implement artificial currency devaluation and to violate basic environmental rules. It is also unacceptable for these countries to use child labour and forced labour and not to honour workers’ rights.
The opening up of international trade and market access must be global and reciprocal. Furthermore, the inclusion of minimum social and environmental standards in our trade agreements must be safeguarded.
The European project must always be based on solidarity, on respect for human rights and on sustainable development."@en1
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