Local view for "http://purl.org/linkedpolitics/eu/plenary/2009-02-19-Speech-4-154"
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"Madam President, the Eastern Partnership is a project of the utmost importance, which is why I am eager to see it become a priority in terms of European Union foreign policy. I would like to mention four aspects on which we should, in my opinion, focus our activities.
Firstly, we need to promote democracy and human rights, as this will ensure greater political stability in those states and guarantee the protection of fundamental rights. Secondly, we need to focus on economic integration and opening up the free trade zone. This will afford all those concerned broader access to new markets, thus increasing the demand which is so vital during a crisis.
Thirdly, we need to focus on ensuring security and stability in Europe. In this instance, I am referring solely to Europe’s energy security. In order to prevent another blockade of gas supplies to the EU and ward off the temptation of using monopolistic exporters, our primary requirement is greater diversity in terms of energy sources and transit networks. Fourthly, we need increased mobility and a cultural and educational exchange. These two areas of activity are interconnected and complement each other. They have an impact on the EU’s positive image in the East, and increase mutual tolerance and cooperation in the field of research and development.
We need a separate debate on the subject of the Eastern partnership in the European Parliament."@en1
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