transcript asr entities ner Madam President, first of all, I would like to thank all the Members who have participated in this important debate for their different contributions. Thank you, Madam President. First of all, I would like to thank all the members who have participated in this important debate. [] [('QUANT', 'first')] there. I look forward to continuing to work with you on the effort sharing proposal and bringing it to a successful conclusion with your support. I look forward to continue to work with you on therefore sharing proposal and bringing it to a successful conclusion with your support. [] [] We all agreed at the last session in Strasbourg that development is important, but we need to remember it now when we are talking about the financial contributions. We all agree in the last session in Strasbourg that development is important, but we need to remember it now when we are talking about the financial contributions. [('PLACE', 'strasbourg')] [('WHEN', 'last'), ('PLACE', 'strasbourg')] We need to invest in enablers of development and yes, most of all, we need to invest in good governance. We need to invest into neighbors of development, and yes, most of all, we need to invest in good governance. [] [] They are ready to give thousands of euros to traffickers because there is not good governance. They are ready to give thousands of euros to traffickers because there is not good governance. [('QUANT', 'thousands of euros')] [('QUANT', 'thousands of')] Many migrants are not even extremely poor, but they are all extremely desperate. Many migrants are not even extremely poor, but they are all extremely desperate. [] [] If we get back, for example, to the issue of migration we will see that this is the key question the question of governance. If we get back, for example, to the issue of migration, we will see that this is the key question, the question of governance. [] [] Poverty, war and also the lack of freedom and bad governance is what makes desperate people undertake dangerous journeys in the search for a better life in Europe, and development cooperation is an important part of the answer to this challenge. poverty, war, but also the lack of freedom and bad governance is what makes desperate people to undertake dangerous journeys in the search for a better life in Europe. And development cooperation is an important part of the answer to this challenge. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] In all these efforts ahead of the 13th National Conference in Addis Ababa, we need to be aware of the fact that finance alone will not be sufficient. Policies are of fundamental importance in achieving sustainable development goals. We need policies that will ensure that financial resources are used effectively and in areas that will bring further mobilisation of resources and sustainable development. In all these efforts ahead of the Third International Conference in Addis Ababa, we need to be aware of the fact that finance alone will not be sufficient. Policies are of fundamental importance in achieving sustainable development goals. We need policies that will ensure that financial resources are used effectively, and in areas that will bring to further mobilization of resources on sustainable development. [('WHEN', '13'), ('WHEN', 'th'), ('WHEN', 'national'), ('WHEN', 'conference'), ('PLACE', 'addis ababa')] [('WHEN', 'third'), ('WHEN', 'conference'), ('PLACE', 'addis'), ('PERSON', 'ababa')] Furthermore, we need a completely new approach to financing development. Furthermore, we need a completely new approach to financing development. [] [] This is the first regulatory act which will provide police in all Member States with their common rules. That is the first Regulative Act, which will provide police in all member states with the common rules. [] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('LAW', 'regulative act'), ('LAW', 'common')] I suppose and I am sure that it is not the end of the discussion or even the beginning of the discussion because it is a very complicated package, and I do not think that all of our Members have read the full package. I suppose, and I am sure that it's not the end of discussion, it's not beginning of discussion, because it is really a very complicated package, and I don't think that all of our members are read the full package. [] [] We have to be ready for that. We have to be ready for that. [] [] This does not mean that we have to be technologically ahead of technology. We have to be very firm on our principal ground it is the fundamental right of people to be people people first, with technology for people. And it doesn't mean that we have to be technologically ahead of technology. We have to be very firm on our principal ground. It is the fundamental rights of people to be people, people first at technology for people. [('QUANT', 'first')] [] Nanotechnology is ahead of us. Nanotechnology is ahead of us. [] [] was one of the reasons that brought us to the financial crisis. was one of the reasons that brought us to the financial crisis. [('QUANT', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'one')] Could we not do more, and could you perhaps be more specific about what has been done so far? What are your aims? Couldn't we do more and could you perhaps be more specific what has been done so far and what are your aims for? [] [] Mr President, I also want to raise the issue of respect for religious freedom for all, without discrimination, because this is a basic human right. Mr. President, I also want to raise the issue of respect of religious freedom for all without discrimination, because this is a basic human right. [] [] efsi also contributes to the cop twenty one objectives to keep sustainable development and environment objectives in mind. efsi also increases the local presence level through the reinforcing of the european investment advisory hub. FC also contributes to the COP21 objectives to keep sustainable development and environment objectives in mind. FC also increases the local presence level through the reinforcing of the European Investment Advisory Hub. [('ORG', 'efsi'), ('WHEN', 'cop'), ('WHEN', 'twenty'), ('WHEN', 'one'), ('ORG', 'efsi'), ('ORG', 'european investment advisory hub')] [('LAW', 'cop'), ('WHEN', '21'), ('LAW', 'european')] We all know that some Member States will do their best to weaken this legislation. We all know that some member states will do their best to weaken this legislation. [] [] We took many measures to improve the situation and I believe we achieved certain improvements. We took many measures to improve the situation and I believe we reached a certain improvement. [] [] With climate change bringing more extreme weather events, we need to be able to protect human lives and valuable assets and to make our regions, our cities and our towns more resilient. With climate change bringing more extreme weather events, we need to be able to protect human lives and valuable assets and make our regions, our cities and our towns more resilient. [] [] As for energy, three years ago the EU Heads of Government decided to set the current year, 2014, as a clear deadline for the completion of an internal energy market. As for energy, three years ago EU heads of government decided to set the current year 2014 as a clear deadline for the completion of internal energy market. [('WHEN', 'three years ago'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', '2014')] [('WHEN', 'three years ago'), ('WHEN', 'current year'), ('WHEN', '2014')] Well, all is on track. The Commission action plans have been published and updated. Well, all is on track. The Commission action plans have been published and updated. [] [] Parliament also says clearly that it urges the Member States which are absent here not to impose any obligation on encryption providers that would result in the weakening or compromising of the security of their networks or services, such as the creation or facilitation of back doors'. The Parliament also says clearly that it urges the Member States, which are absent here, not to impose any obligation on encryption providers that would result in the weakening or composing of the security of their networks or devices, such as the creation of facilitation of backdoors. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'parliament')] For the EU, the immediate challenge is to help ensure a fair and inclusive electoral process and to be prepared for a range of scenarios. For the EU, the immediate challenge is to help ensure a fair and inclusive electoral process and be prepared for a range of scenarios. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] But we should not lose sight of the big picture. But we shouldn't lose sight of the big picture. [] [] The Irish system works within a legal and regulatory policy directive framework dictated by the EU. The Irish system works within a legal and regulatory policy director framework dictated by the EU. [('NORP', 'irish'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('NORP', 'irish'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] Ireland is no worse, or better, than any other place. I object to hostile comments about Ireland emanating from London, New York and the German media. Ireland is no worse or no better than any other place. But I object to hostile comments about Ireland emanating from London, New York and the German media. [('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('PLACE', 'london'), ('PLACE', 'new york'), ('PLACE', 'german')] [('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('PLACE', 'london'), ('PLACE', 'new york'), ('PLACE', 'german')] All these places have experienced regulatory and banking challenges and problems equal to and, in many cases, far worse than those we have faced in Ireland. All these places have experienced regulatory and banking challenges and problems equal to and in many cases far worse than what we have faced in Ireland. [('PLACE', 'ireland')] [('PLACE', 'ireland')] The constant sniping from some of our EU neighbours has been based on prejudice rather than objective fact and does little for EU solidarity at a time when Europe is going through enormous financial and economic challenges. The constant sniping from some of our EU neighbors has been based on prejudice rather than objective fact and does little for EU solidarity at a time when Europe is going through enormous financial and economic challenges. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Thank you very much for the question. Thank you very much for the question. [] [] Raising funds for research and care, addressing discrimination at work and advocating policy change by decision makers all depend on prior awareness and understanding of multiple sclerosis. raising funds for research and care, addressing discrimination at work, and advocating for policy change with decision makers. All depend on previous awareness and understanding of multiple sclerosis. [] [] Our choice tomorrow is to go for a strong mandate with a ban and go for negotiations, or go for negotiations using our mandate as a starting point and end up with something meaningless. Our choice tomorrow is to go for a strong mandate with a ban and go for negotiations or go for negotiations using as a starting point our mandate and end up with something meaningless. [] [] In exchange we got the protection of the vulnerable marine ecosystems. In exchange, we got the protection of the vulnerable marine ecosystems. [] [] And yet, one month after we adopted our compromise, the Council did not put it on the agenda, did not even present it. I used this time to talk to the Member States and the presidencies. Still, one month after we voted our compromise, the council did not put it on the agenda, did not even present it. I used this time to talk with the member states and the presidencies. [('WHEN', 'one month')] [('WHEN', 'still'), ('WHEN', 'one month after')] If this compromise is further watered down it will become meaningless. If this compromise is further watered down, it will become meaningless. [] [] If you want to change the rules in Parliament on the balance of the countries, you have to change it first in the Council and then we will see. Finally, I fully understand the position of the Council in the Spitzenkandidaten issue, but they also have to understand ours, because we have to approve If you want to change the rules in the Parliament of the balance of the countries, you have to change it first in the Council. And then we will see. Finally, I say, I fully understand the position of the Council in the speech and candidate issue. But they also have to understand ours, because we have to approve [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'council')] the candidate, we have to approve their programme, and we have to approve the College. the candidates, we have to approve its program and we have to approve the college. [] [] cases. Finally, you were in the US last week. I hope you had interesting meetings. And finally, you have been in the U.S. last week. I hope you had interesting meetings. [('PLACE', 'us'), ('WHEN', 'last week')] [('PLACE', 'u'), ('WHEN', 'last week')] you. Would you have updates to give us today on the shopping antitrust Would you have updates to give us today on the shopping antitrust case? [('WHEN', 'today')] [('WHEN', 'today')] In this report we strongly support the independence of the Commission and the national competition authorities. In this report, we strongly support the independence of the Commission and the national competition authorities. [] [] The first time was with Commissioner Almunia in time was with Comissioner Amunia in 2000. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PERSON', 'almunia')] [('PERSON', 'amunia'), ('WHEN', '2000')] As you know, this is a non—binding report, but it sends a strong political message to the Commission. As you know, this is a non-binding report, but it sends a strong political message to the Commission. [] [] 2013. This may be the last competition report of this term. Next year we will have European elections again. This may be the last competition report of this term. Next year we have European elections again. [('WHEN', '2013'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('WHEN', 'this'), ('WHEN', 'next year'), ('NORP', 'european')] Yet the importance of our partnership with the EIB and with the European Union in meeting our commitments, both to our shareholders and to our countries of operations, is clearer than ever. Yet the importance of our partnership with the EIB and with the European Union in meeting our commitments, both to our shareholders and to our countries of operations, is clearer than ever. [('ORG', 'eib'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('ORG', 'eib'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] Second, under the aegis of the European Union, new structures of cooperation between EBRD and EIB offer great new opportunities for us to work together. Second, under the aegis of the European Union, new structures of cooperation between EBRD and EIB offer great new opportunities for us to work together. [('QUANT', 'second'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('ORG', 'ebrd'), ('ORG', 'eib')] [('QUANT', 'second'), ('LAW', 'a'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('ORG', 'ebrd'), ('ORG', 'eib')] These initiatives, facilitated by EC funds, bring us together to work concretely on specific projects and programmes combining the strength of each institution and, as such, offer an excellent crucible in which to forge the development of our joint work. These initiatives, facilitated by EC funds, bring us together to work concretely on specific projects and programs, combining the strength of each institution and, as such, offer an excellent crucible in which to forge the development of our joint work. [('ORG', 'ec')] [] With this wide range of stakeholders we are working together to implement the plan and are developing the coordination and cooperation mechanisms to do so. And we see as we saw last August when faced with the conflict driven banking crisis in Georgia With this wide range of stakeholders, we are working together to implement the plan and are developing the coordination and cooperation mechanisms to do so. And we see, as we saw last August when faced with the conflict-driven banking crisis in Georgia, [('WHEN', 'last august'), ('PLACE', 'georgia')] [('WHEN', 'last august'), ('PLACE', 'georgia')] Third, I take the European Parliament's views as welcome input to the early stages of the EBRD's fourth capital resources review which we will conclude at our annual meeting in Zagreb in May Third, I take the European Parliament's views as welcome input to the early stages of the EBRD's Fourth Capital Resources Review, which we will conclude at our annual meeting in Zagreb in May [('QUANT', 'third'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('ORG', 'ebrd'), ('QUANT', 'fourth'), ('PLACE', 'zagreb'), ('WHEN', 'may')] [('QUANT', 'third'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('WHEN', 'early'), ('ORG', 'ebrd'), ('QUANT', 'fourth'), ('WHEN', 'annual'), ('PLACE', 'zagreb'), ('WHEN', 'may')] Faced with the dramatic decline in private flows of credit, we came together last month with the World Bank group to launch the joint IFI action plan in support of banking systems and lending to the real economy in central and eastern Europe. Faced with the dramatic decline in private flows of credit, we came together last month with the World Bank Group to launch the joint IFI action plan in support of banking systems and lending to the real economy in Central and Eastern Europe. [('ORG', 'world bank'), ('PLACE', 'central and eastern europe')] [('WHEN', 'last month'), ('ORG', 'world bank group'), ('ORG', 'joint'), ('ORG', 'ifi'), ('PLACE', 'central'), ('PLACE', 'eastern europe')] an increase of more than an increase of more than [] [] First, the context of the financial and economic crisis renders any encouragement of greater cooperation between EBRD and EIB more relevant than ever. First, the context of the financial and economic crisis renders any encouragement of greater cooperation between EBRD and EIB more relevant than ever. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('ORG', 'ebrd'), ('ORG', 'eib')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('ORG', 'ebrd'), ('ORG', 'eib')] 20. At the same time, we have to acknowledge that our risk exposure is also increasing. At the same time, we have to acknowledge that our risk exposure is also increasing. [('QUANT', '20')] [] 2010. The EBRD has taken a proactive stance in response to the crisis supporting our clients in countries of operations, we are expanding our instruments, and aim to invest EUR 7 billion in 2009 The EBOD has taken a proactive stance in response to the crisis. Supporting our clients and countries of operations, we are expanding our instruments and aim to invest 7 billion euro in 2009. [('WHEN', '2010'), ('ORG', 'ebrd'), ('QUANT', 'eur 7 billion'), ('WHEN', '2009')] [('WHEN', 'the'), ('ORG', 'ebod'), ('QUANT', '7 billion euro'), ('WHEN', '2009')] Yet the crisis also means that cooperation between public international financial institutions is no longer just a policy driven aspiration but a vital necessity. Yet the crisis also means that cooperation between public international financial institutions is no longer just a policy-driven aspiration, but a vital necessity. [] [] The full implications of the current situation on our portfolio and on the development of our business cannot yet be clearly seen. the full implications of the current situation on our portfolio and on the development of our business cannot yet be clearly seen. [] [] I believe it is in this context that we may find divisions of labour, applications of joint expertise and the necessary mechanisms of cooperation, including common standards, which you have called for. I believe it is in this context that we may find divisions of labor, applications of joint expertise, and the necessary mechanisms of cooperation, including common standards which you have called for. [] [] that this kind of IFI cooperation, born of need, is the kind that works best. But this kind of high corporation, born of need, is the kind that works best. [] [] I refer in particular to the Western Balkans investment framework, now being launched, as well as to the Eastern Partnership announced by the European Council in recent days which will build on the good cooperation we have already established through our memorandum of understanding and the neighbourhood investment facility. I refer in particular to the Western Balkans Investment Framework now being launched, as well as to choose the Eastern Partnership announced by the European Council in recent days, which will build on the good cooperation we have already established through our Memorandum of Understanding and the Neighborhood Investment Facility. [('PLACE', 'western balkans'), ('ORG', 'european council'), ('WHEN', 'recent days')] [('PLACE', 'western balkans'), ('ORG', 'european council')] The action plan recognises that an effective crisis response in Europe's integrated financial markets requires fast and coordinated action by all stakeholders parent banks which own a large part of the region's financial sectors The action plan recognizes that an effective crisis response in Europe's integrated financial markets requires fast and coordinated action by all stakeholders. Parent banks, which own a large part of the region's financial sectors, [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] Mr President, what worries me most is the suggestion that the European Investment Bank has a significant role to play in solving the financial crisis that it can somehow act as the Europe wide body to provide stimulus where Member States have singularly failed to coordinate their own stimuli. Mr. President, what worries me most is the suggestion that the European Investment Bank has a significant role to play in solving the financial crisis, that it can somehow act as the Europe-wide body to provide stimulus where Member States have singularly failed to coordinate their own stimuli. [('ORG', 'european investment bank'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('ORG', 'european investment bank'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] I thought the world had seen enough of clever financial tricks. I thought the world had seen enough of clever financial tricks. [] [] the eib has a leverage of about thirty five times and its shareholders are member state governments. The EIB has a leverage of about 35 times and its sharehold as a member state governments. [('ORG', 'eib'), ('QUANT', 'thirty five')] [('ORG', 'eib'), ('QUANT', '35')] It would be a serious issue if it were to go bust, like some of our commercial banks. The report even encourages the EIB and the Commission to increase lending by experimenting with new innovative financial instruments. will be a serious issue if it were to go bust like some of our commercial banks. The report even encourages the EIB and the Commission to increase lending by experimenting with new innovative financial instruments. [('ORG', 'eib')] [('ORG', 'eib')] The danger is that, if it expands its activities too far into supporting commercial banks and governments as has been suggested then its enviable high credit rating may be downgraded, like some of our governments. The danger is that if it expands its activities too far into supporting commercial banks and governments, as has been suggested, then its enviable high credit rating may be downgraded like some of our governments. [] [] However, I would stress that the Commission has neither the capacity nor the desire to lead the delivery of the action plan itself. However, I would stress that the Commission has neither the capacity nor the desire to lead the delivery of the action plan itself. [] [] The implementation of an action plan will require real cooperation, commitment and leadership from Member States and regional stakeholders to deliver the 80 or so projects included at this stage. The implementation of the action plan will require real cooperation, commitment and leadership from Member States and regional stakeholders to deliver the 80 or so projects included at this stage. [('QUANT', '80')] [('QUANT', '80')] This rapid progress is important if we are to maintain momentum as we enter the implementation phase of the strategy. This rapid progress is important if we are to maintain momentum as we enter the implementation phase of the strategy. [] [] This is the only way to ensure that the ownership of a strategy is in the hands of the Member States and other stakeholders. This is the only way to ensure that the ownership of a strategy is in the hands of the member states and other stakeholders. [] [] The Commission very much expects Parliament to be actively involved in events such as the annual forum. The Commission very much expects the Parliament to be actively involved in events such as the annual forum. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'parliament')] The first formal assessment of progress made will be presented under the Polish Presidency in the second half of The first formal assessment of progress made will be presented under the Polish presidency in the second half of 2015. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('NORP', 'polish'), ('QUANT', 'second'), ('QUANT', 'half')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('NORP', 'polish'), ('WHEN', 'second half of 2015')] This will give all stakeholders an opportunity to consider how the first months of the strategy have gone and what lessons might already be drawn at that stage. This will give all stakeholders an opportunity to consider how the first months of the strategy have gone and what lessons might be drawn already at that stage. [('WHEN', 'the first months')] [('QUANT', 'first')] The coordination monitoring and reporting is done by the Commission and the implementation on the ground is led by the Member States or organisations of the Baltic Sea Region. that coordination, monitoring, and reporting is done by the Commission and the implementation on the ground is led by the Member States or the organizations of the Baltic Sea region. [('PLACE', 'baltic sea')] [('PLACE', 'baltic sea')] I would now like to say a few words about the planned governance system which is proposed for the operational implementation of the strategy. I would now like to say a few words about the planned governance system which is proposed for the operational implementation of the strategy. [] [] This is one area where there has been much discussion among the Member States, but the overall approach is that policy orientations will be taken by the Council. This is one area where there has been much discussion among the Member States. But the overall approach is that policy orientations will be taken by the Council [('QUANT', 'one'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('QUANT', 'one'), ('ORG', 'council')] The Baltic Sea Strategy has required a completely new approach from the European Commission as it is the first time that we have prepared an integrated strategy for a group of Member States who have to face the same challenges and who may benefit from the same opportunities. The Baltic Sea strategy has required a completely new approach for the European Commission as it is the first time that we have prepared an integrated strategy for a group of member states who have to face the same challenges and who may benefit from the same opportunities. [('LAW', 'baltic sea strategy'), ('ORG', 'european commission'), ('QUANT', 'first')] [('ORG', 'european commission'), ('QUANT', 'first')] In financial terms, although there is no additional financing from the EU budget, the strategy proposes a more coordinated use of existing funds and a more imaginative approach to other funding sources such as the European Investment Bank or the Nordic Investment Bank. In financial terms, although there is no additional financing from the EU budget, the strategy proposes a more coordinated use of existing funds and a more imaginative approach to other funding sources, such as the European Investment Bank or the Nordic Investment Bank. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'european investment bank'), ('ORG', 'nordic investment bank')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'european investment bank'), ('PLACE', 'nordic')] Of course, it is not a complete surprise to me that Parliament is taking such an interest in the strategy. Of course, it is not a complete surprise to me that the parliament is taking such an interest in the strategy. [] [('ORG', 'parliament')] 2011. However, prior to that, the first annual forum of the Baltic Sea Strategy will take place next year. However, prior to that, the first annual form of the Baltic Sea strategy will take place next year. [('WHEN', '2011'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('LAW', 'baltic sea strategy'), ('WHEN', 'next year')] [('WHEN', 'however'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('WHEN', 'next year')] I would like to conclude by saying that I look forward to continuing to work closely with Parliament on all aspects of strategy. I would like to conclude by saying that I look forward to continuing to work closely with the European Parliament on all aspects of the strategy. [] [('ORG', 'european parliament')] the Swedish Presidency has led positive and constructive discussions in Council which are to lead to conclusions already in October. The Swedish presidency has led positive and constructive discussions in Council, which are to lead to conclusions already in October. [('NORP', 'swedish'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('WHEN', 'october')] [('NORP', 'swedish'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('WHEN', 'october')] Here we expect to see a wave of coordination meetings to kick start the various priority areas and individual projects included in the action plan. Here, we expect to see a wave of coordination meetings to kickstart the various priority areas and individual projects included in the action plan. [] [] Responsibility must rest with the relevant Member States and other stakeholders directly involved on the ground. Responsibility must rest with the relevant Member States and other stakeholders directly involved on the ground. [] [] Your backing is crucial to maintain widespread visibility for the strategy to maintain high level political support for the strategy and to maintain pressure on the Member States and the regional actors to deliver results. Your backing is crucial to maintain widespread visibility for the strategy, to maintain high-level political support for the strategy, and to maintain pressure on the Member States and the regional actors to deliver results. [] [] In addition, the Commission proposes to play the role of a facilitator in the case of difficulties. In addition, the Commission proposes to play the role of a facilitator in the case of difficulties. [] [] I would like to underline this point as it must be clear that all our preparatory work on the strategic framework that I have just described will count for nought unless we start to deliver genuine visible concrete results on the ground, hence the importance of the strategy's action plan which has also been drawn up during the preparatory work. I would like to underline this point, as it must be clear that all our preparatory work on the strategic framework that I have just described will count for naught unless we start to deliver genuine, visible, concrete results on the ground. Hence, the importance of a strategist's action plan, which has also been drawn up during the preparatory work. [] [] the population of Europe. the population of Europe. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] The majority are fed up with mass migration. They do not want any more migrants and they want to send back those who are now here. the majority are fed up with mass migration. They do not want any more migrants and they want to send back those who are now here. [] [] We are on one side and, on the other side, there is the whole corrupt political elite. The thing is that the majority of the citizens of Europe cannot really speak up because they are punished, they are oppressed, there are all these hate speech laws that silence people. It is really strange that we are the We are on one side and on the other side, there is the whole corrupt political elite. The thing is, the majority of the citizens of Europe cannot really speak up because they are punished, they are oppressed, there are all these hate speech laws that silence people. It's really strange that we are the ones [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] We do have freedom of speech and we speak up for the majority of the citizens of Europe, but they should also speak up and they should support Hungary in our efforts. We do have freedom of speech and we speak up for the majority of the citizens of Europe, but they should also speak up and they should support Hungary in our efforts. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'hungary')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'hungary')] Mr President, could I say that the Commissioner showed a good understanding of the construction industry. Mr. President, could I say that the Commissioner showed a good understanding of the construction industry? [] [] I would emphasise the need for more CE marking, which is absolutely essential. We do not want to see any more national standards and I wish this whole process every success for the future. I would emphasise the need for more CE marking, absolutely essential. We do not want to see any more national standards and I wish this whole process every success for the future. [] [] All I would say is that I think it represents a larger percentage of overall GDP, something like 12 or 13, and of materials, say, 4 or 5, so it is a very important sector. I am a civil engineer by background and it was a privilege to do the opinion on behalf of the All I would say is that I think it is a larger percentage of the overall GDP Something like 12 13 percent and materials say four or five percent. So it's a very important sector I am a civil engineer by background and it was a privilege to do the opinion on behalf of the industry [('QUANT', '12'), ('QUANT', '13'), ('QUANT', '4'), ('QUANT', '5')] [('QUANT', '12 13'), ('QUANT', 'five')] It is a very important measure in a very important industry. a very important measure in a very important industry. [] [] The construction industry does need a regulation after 20 years of having the Directive in place. The construction industry does need a regulation after 20 years of having the directive in place. [('WHEN', '20 years')] [('WHEN', '20 years')] It is evident that gender equality must be mainstreamed in all policy responses to the crisis, in all education and training policies in the European Social Fund and in other programmes, so as to enable greater social integration through employment. It is evident that gender equality must be mainstreamed in all policy responses to the crisis, in all education and training policies, in the European Social Fund, and in other programs so as to enable greater social integration through employment. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] I have in mind a council with a wider mandate covering all economic, social, environmental and human development in the world. I have in mind a council with a wider mandate covering all economic, social, environmental and human development in the world. [] [] Now we should do the same in the European Union. Now we should do the same in the European Union. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] I think that we should pay a lot of attention to development issues also in that report. I think that we should pay a lot of attention to development issues also in that report. [] [] For me personally, the most important achievements in this report are the recommendations on the substantial strengthening of the economic, social, environmental and developmental dimensions of the UN system. For me personally, the most important achievements in this report are the recommendations on the substantial strengthening of the economic, social, environmental and development dimensions of the UN system. [('ORG', 'un')] [('ORG', 'un')] by developing it into a Sustainable Development Council. by developing it into a sustainable development currency. [] [] Mr President, my report includes several proposals for strengthening the role of the United Nations system in global governance and for improving the possibilities of the European Union and its Member States to better achieve our foreign policy goals inside the system. My report includes several proposals for strengthening the role of the United Nations system in global governance and for improving the possibilities of the European Union and its member states to better achieve our foreign policy goals inside the system. [('ORG', 'united nations'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'united nations'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] These ideas got a lot of support in the negotiations, but not enough in order to be accepted. These ideas got a lot of support in the negotiations, but not enough in order to be accepted. [] [] I proposed that the Council would have permanent members the European Union, the USA, Japan and the BRICS countries and rotating ones. I proposed that the Council would have permanent members, the European Union, USA, Japan and the BRICS countries, and rotating ones. [('ORG', 'council'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'usa'), ('PLACE', 'japan')] [('ORG', 'council'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('ORG', 'usa'), ('PLACE', 'japan'), ('ORG', 'brics')] According to the report, this must be done in the first instance by means of structural and functional reform of the Economic and Social Council, but we also call on the EU institutions and Member States to consider the possibility of strengthening their role in the ECOSOC According to the report, this must be done in the first instance by means of structural and functional reform of the Economic and Social Council. But we also call on the EU institutions and the member states to consider the possibility of strengthening their role in the ECOSOC [('ORG', 'economic and social council'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'ecosoc')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('ORG', 'economic and social council'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'ecosoc')] Chancellor Angela Merkel proposed, in a speech to the World Economic Council in Davos in 2009, the creation of a UN Economic Council according to the model of the UN Security Council. And Chancellor Angela Merkel proposed in a speech to the World Economic Council in Davos in 2009 the creation of a UN Economic Council according to the model of the UN Security Council. [('PERSON', 'angela merkel'), ('ORG', 'world economic council'), ('PLACE', 'davos'), ('WHEN', '2009'), ('ORG', 'un economic council'), ('ORG', 'un security council')] [('PERSON', 'angela merkel'), ('ORG', 'world economic council'), ('WHEN', 'davos'), ('WHEN', 'in'), ('WHEN', '2009'), ('ORG', 'un economic council'), ('ORG', 'un security council')] In the negotiations on my EU— UN report, I felt that those who emphasise the importance of the security dimension of the United Nations were reluctant to strengthen the other parts of the UN system. In the negotiations on my EU UN report, I felt that those who emphasise the importance of security dimension of the United Nations were reluctant to strengthen the other parts of the UN system. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'united nations'), ('ORG', 'un')] [('ORG', 'eu un'), ('PLACE', 'united nations'), ('PLACE', 'un')] We do appreciate the own resources, although we would have wanted to have more ambitious own resources. We do appreciate the own resources, although we would have wanted to have more ambitious resources. [] [] We've made an agreement in the framework of the United Nations and it's called SDGs, and in your introduction, Mr Commissioner, neither you or Juncker mentioned the STGs, and I think it's so extremely important that we use this budget to make sure that all the money that we spend in all these sectors is used to come up with good results on the sustainable development goals. And we've made an agreement in the framework of the United Nations, and it's called SDGs. And in your introduction, Mr. Commissioner, neither you or Junker mentioned the SDGs. And I think it's so extremely important that we use this budget to make sure that all the money that we spend in all these sectors are used to come up with good results on the sustainable development goals. [('ORG', 'united nations'), ('PERSON', 'juncker')] [('PLACE', 'united nations'), ('PERSON', 'junker')] Oleg Sentsov's case is no longer just a judicial or political one. All extents of case is no longer just a judicial or political one. [('PERSON', 'oleg sentsov')] [] It is now a matter of human compassion. It is now a matter of human compassion. [] [] He should be immediately and unconditionally released on humanitarian grounds. he should be immediately in unconditional release on humanitarian grounds. [] [] to protect smes and to minimise bureaucracy and red tape the regulation offers an exemption for the smallest importers based on a threshold system designed to cover at least ninety five of all imports to the european union. To protect the SMEs and to minimize bureaucracy and red tape, the regulation offers an exemption for the smallest importers based on a threshold system designed to cover at least 95% of all imports to the European Union. [('QUANT', 'ninety five'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] All industry initiatives have to fully comply with the international OECD due diligence guidelines elaborated to help companies respect human rights and avoid contributing to conflict financing. All industry initiatives have to fully comply with the international OECD due diligence guidelines, elaborated to help companies respect human rights and avoid contributing to conflict financing. [('ORG', 'oecd')] [('ORG', 'oecd')] The vicious circle has now been broken. the vicious circle has now been broken. [] [] Stability in Africa and all other conflict areas means fewer migration flows to the European Union. Stability in Africa and in all other conflict areas means less migration flows to the European Union. [('PLACE', 'africa'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'africa'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] Educating the stakeholders and achieving long term sustainable effects is only possible through an approach based on shared responsibility. Educating the stakeholders and achieving long-term sustainable effects is only possible by an approach based on shared responsibility. [] [] Now we just have to implement this regulation. Now we just have to implement this regulation. [] [] We believe that legal trade is good and that trade is meant to sustain jobs and prosperity for people and for communities. We believe that legal trade is good and that trade is meant to sustain jobs and create prosperity for people and for communities. [] [] There is one thing that I believe we can do immediately, distinguished colleagues, tomorrow we can show the determination of the European Parliament to ensure a clean and sustainable mineral supply chain. There is one thing that I believe we can do immediately, distinguished colleagues, and tomorrow we can show the determination of the European Parliament to ensure clean and sustainable mineral supply chain. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('WHEN', 'tomorrow'), ('ORG', 'european parliament')] [('ORG', 'european parliament')] We have hammered out an effective and workable regulation now let us show everybody that we are determined to make this first step. We have hammered out an effective and workable regulation. Now let's show everybody that we are determined to make this first step. [('QUANT', 'first')] [] received almost one million refugees from neighbouring countries. received almost one million of refugees from neighboring countries. [('QUANT', 'one million')] [('QUANT', 'almost'), ('QUANT', 'one million')] to allow international investigation on the killings of protesters on government sponsored land grabs to allow international investigation on the killings of protesters on government-sponsored land grabs. [] [] and to provide unrestricted access for human rights organisations and NGOs to all parts of the country. and to provide unrestricted access for human rights organizations and NGOs to all parts of the country. [] [] Our resolution lists several names journalists, one line activists who are kept in detention. Our resolution lists several names, journalists, online activists who are kept in detention. [('QUANT', 'one')] [] tool in a pilot already in a pilot already into [] [] Who can explain this way of acting? explain it. This way of acting. [] [] Next year, we go to the citizens. Next year we go to the citizens. [('WHEN', 'next year')] [('WHEN', 'next year')] So we want to hear clearly what the Commission is willing to do. So, we want to hear clearly what the Commission is willing. [] [] We talk in this House about performance based budgeting We talk in this house about performance-based budgeting. [] [] in. two thousand and twenty one twenty two twenty three how can i explain to my voters that europe delivers that europe has better regulation that europe has an open ear and delivers where companies and schools Where can I explain to my voters that Europe delivers, that Europe has a better regulation, that Europe has an open ear and delivers where companies and schools and [('WHEN', 'two thousand and twenty one'), ('WHEN', 'twenty two'), ('WHEN', 'twenty three'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('WHEN', 'where'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] So this is the question the REGI Committee wants to bring forward and I hope that you can come with at least a clear message because it was so silent, it was too silent. So this is the question. Reiki Committee wants to bring forward, and I hope that you can come over with at least a clear message, because it was so silent. It was too silent. [('ORG', 'regi committee')] [('PERSON', 'reiki')] Second, depending on the outcome of any such anticipated performance review, is the Commission willing to release the performance reserves earlier? Second, depending on this outcome of any of such anticipated performance review, is the Commission willing to release the performance reserves earlier? [('QUANT', 'second')] [('QUANT', 'second')] We have our elections. We did our negotiating in the year 2013 in 2014 we started We have our elections. And we made our negotiations in the year 2013. In 2014 we started. [('WHEN', '2013'), ('WHEN', '2014')] [('WHEN', 'the year 2013'), ('WHEN', '2014')] 2016... and now we have to wait until 2019 to have an evaluation, and then this money that's already in the envelope of the Member States can be committed to be spent later 2017, 2018. There we stand. And now we have to wait until 2019 to have an evaluation, and then this morning that's already in the envelope of the Member States can be committed to be spent later in 2017. [('WHEN', '2016'), ('WHEN', '2019')] [('WHEN', '2017'), ('WHEN', '2018'), ('WHEN', '2019'), ('WHEN', '2017')] So we have to speak. We have to speak. [] [] In this context, I support the idea of drawing Latin America and Africa more deeply into the existing transatlantic dialogue. It is sometimes said that the EU faces the choice between tightening our strategic partnership with the US or working towards more flexible coalitions with other players such as South Africa or Brazil, In this context, I support the idea of drawing Latin America and Africa more deeply into the existing transatlantic dialogue. Colleagues, it is sometimes said that the EU faces the choice between tightening our strategic partnership with the U.S. or working toward more flexible coalitions with other players, such as South Africa or Brazil. [('PLACE', 'latin america'), ('PLACE', 'africa'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'us'), ('PLACE', 'south africa'), ('PLACE', 'brazil')] [('PLACE', 'latin america'), ('PLACE', 'africa'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'u s'), ('PLACE', 'south africa'), ('PLACE', 'brazil')] but it is a false choice. but it is a false choice. [] [] It is about time that the European Council did its part of the job. time that the European Council do its part of the job. [('ORG', 'european council')] [('ORG', 'european council'), ('ORG', 'job')] we first heard ireland a veteran forty five years in the european union and now we have croatia the newest accession. We first had Ireland, a veteran, 45 years in the European Union, but now we have Croatia, the newest accession. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('WHEN', 'forty five years'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'croatia')] [('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('WHEN', '45 years'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'croatia')] Many of us here are convinced that Europe, the European Union, has been in a protracted crisis, dragging its feet and hounded by nationalists, populists and europhobes. And do you know what? You know, many of us here are convinced that the European Union has been in a protracted crisis, dragging its feet, and hounded by nationalism, populism, and Europhobes. And you know what? [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'the'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('ORG', 'europhobes')] It is about a lack of vision to face, in a European fashion, the eurozone needs, globalisation and, most notably, the refugee crisis. It's about the lack of vision to face with the European fashion. The eurozone needs globalization and, most notably, refugee crisis. [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'eurozone')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'euro')] is completely different. reality is completely different. [] [] 2014 Will the experience of 2014 be repeated? will the experience of 2014 to 2016 be repeated? [('WHEN', '2014'), ('WHEN', '2014')] [('WHEN', 'will'), ('WHEN', '2014'), ('WHEN', '2016')] This renewed policy definitively leads to more local and European added value. This renewed policy definitely leads to more local and European value. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] and clarifying the effects of the late start for the next years N3 will lead to performance payments in the years until and clarify the effects of the late start for the next years. N+3 will lead to a performance with payments in the years until [('WHEN', 'next years'), ('ORG', 'n3'), ('WHEN', 'years until')] [('WHEN', 'next years'), ('WHEN', 'the')] The ex ante conditionalities we have formulated lead to a more integrated policy and a better structured and targeted result. the ex-anticonditionalities we formulated lead to more integrated policy and better structured and targeted results. [] [] It was something new in this House. or something new in this house. [] [] We need a new payment plan until We need a new payment plan until [] [] We see commitments in the social field, especially for younger people to bring them to a job. We see commitments in the social field, especially for younger people, to bring them to a job. [] [] two thousand and twenty three i ask you to include three aspects in this cohesion master plan taking away the hindrances to the expenditure in the member states; I ask you to include three aspects in this Cohesion Master Plan, taking away the hindrances in the expenditure in the member states [('WHEN', 'two thousand and twenty three'), ('QUANT', 'three')] [] Member States were still working to finalise the programmes and came with very late agreed programmes for the new period. Member States were still working to finalize the programs and came with very late agreed programs for the new period. [] [] The practical reflection and the relation with the European Semester is established. Cohesion concerns three fourths of the country specific recommendations, and we made a performance framework as an example, as I said, of this The practical reflection and the relation with the European semester is established. Cohesion concerns with three-fourth of the country-specific recommendations. And we made a performance framework as an example, as I said, for this [('NORP', 'european'), ('QUANT', 'three fourths')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('QUANT', 'three four')] Tomorrow this House will agree on a resolution. So this House will agree on a resolution. [('WHEN', 'tomorrow')] [] In the resolution is a clear request, without any doubt, and you could also hear it today, that you want to have a master plan on acceleration. And this is not a theoretical thing. the resolution is the clear request, without doubt, and you could hear it today also, that you want to have a master plan on acceleration. And this is not a theoretical thing. [('WHEN', 'today')] [] And this means that you look and tell us honestly what does it mean if you start three years later? And this means that you look and tell us, honestly, what does it mean if you start three years later? [('WHEN', 'three years')] [('WHEN', 'three years later')] Mr President, this is just to say that I thought my name would be among the signatures on this resolution. Yes, thank you, Mr. President. It's just to say that I thought my name would be among the signatures on this resolution. [] [] 2016. The Council protects and supports the budget for instruments that spur growth and thereby create jobs, namely such instruments as EFSI, COSME, Erasmus and others. The Council protects and supports the budget for instruments that spur growth and thereby create jobs, namely such instruments as EFSI, Cosme, Erasmus Plus and other. [('WHEN', '2016'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('WHEN', 'the'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'ef'), ('ORG', 'cosme')] concerning subheading one b economic social and territorial cohesion which is another core policy of the european union for the creation of growth and jobs the council proposes limited reductions of payment appropriations on new programmes of eur one hundred and ninety nine million. Concerning subheading 1b, economic, social and territorial cohesion, which is another core policy of the European Union for the creation of growth and jobs, the Council proposes limited reductions of payment appropriations on new programs of 199 million euros. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('QUANT', 'eur one hundred and ninety nine million')] [('QUANT', '1'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('QUANT', '199 million')] 2016. The Council has accepted in full all appropriations destined for the programmes and agencies dealing with the crisis, including the use of the flexibility instrument for an amount of EUR 530 million and the contingency margin for an amount of EUR The Council has accepted in full all appropriations destined to the programs and agencies dealing with the crisis, including the use of the flexibility instrument for an amount of €530 million, and the contingency margin for an amount of [('WHEN', '2016'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('QUANT', 'eur 530 million')] [('WHEN', 'the'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('QUANT', '530')] five frankly the council and the member states are very concerned to note that not all institutions will achieve that goal. therefore the council has made it very clear in a statement that it expects that all efforts will be deployed to avoid any additional delays in implementing this jointly agreed reduction target. Frankly, the Council and the Member States are very concerned to note that not all institutions will achieve that goal. Therefore, the Council has made it very clear in a statement that it expects that all efforts are deployed to avoid any additional delays in implementing this jointly agreed reduction target. [('QUANT', 'five'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'council')] This means that we wish to finance adequately investments to spur growth and jobs, for example through the European Fund for Strategic Investments, and to provide sufficient funding to tackle the still ongoing migration crisis and the related external policies. This means that we wish to finance adequate investments to spur growth and jobs, for example, through the European Fund for Strategic Investments, and to provide sufficient funding to tackle the still ongoing migration crisis and related external policies. [] [] So you can see that the Council stands fully behind the European Agenda on Migration, as was agreed between us in So you can see that the council stands fully behind the European agenda on migration as was agreed between us into some [('ORG', 'council'), ('NORP', 'european')] [] 2016. Programmes and instruments related to the migration crisis and the facility for refugees in Turkey were not affected by reductions. in 2016. Programs and instruments that are related to the migration crisis and the facility for refugees in Turkey were not affected by reductions. [('WHEN', '2016'), ('PLACE', 'turkey')] [('WHEN', 'in'), ('WHEN', '2016'), ('PLACE', 'turkey')] 2007—2013, that bad luck should be fully absorbed by the end of this year in accordance with the payment plan. [('WHEN', '2007 2013')] [('WHEN', 'end of this year')] Global Europe, the Council undertook a thorough analysis in order to identify space for creating the necessary margin since the Commission's proposal for 2017 has completely exhausted the margin for commitments. global Europe, the Council undertook a thorough analysis in order to identify space for creating the necessary margin, since the Commission's proposal for 2017 has completely exhausted the margin for commitments. [('ORG', 'council'), ('WHEN', '2017')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('WHEN', '2017')] I would like to begin by stating clearly that the main thrust of the Council's position is the prioritisation of expenditure. I would like to begin by stating clearly that the main trust of the Council's position is the prioritization of expenditure. [('ORG', 'council')] [('ORG', 'council')] in conclusion as you can see in an effort to find the right balance between on the one hand a sustainable budget in times of budgetary constraints throughout europe and on the other hand financing essential political priorities the council has identified areas where savings are reasonable and necessary. in conclusion, as you can see, in an effort to find the right balance between, on the one hand, a sustainable budget in times of budgetary constraints that reign throughout Europe and, on the other hand, financing essential political priorities. The Council has identified areas where savings are reasonable and necessary. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('ORG', 'council')] in those areas that cannot be qualified as top political priorities in the current circumstances reductions in the proposal of the commission have been made in a careful fashion in order not to harm programmes that perform well and are coming up to speed. In those areas that cannot be qualified as top political priorities in the current circumstances, reductions in the proposal of the commission are applied in a careful fashion in order not to harm programs that perform well and are coming up to speed. [] [] Subheading 1A, however, has also contributed to the general savings effort concerning some budget lines where the Council considers, following a detailed technical analysis, that the Commission has overestimated the real needs. Subheading 1A, however, has also contributed to the general savings effort concerning some budget lines where the Council considers following a detailed technical analysis that the Commission has overestimated the real needs. [('LAW', 'subheading 1a'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('QUANT', '1'), ('ORG', 'council')] I think the discussion showed that we may have some different views but in general we are united by the fact that we want to have a workable budget, a good budget for European citizens. I think the discussion showed that we may have some different views, but in general we are united by the fact that we want to have a workable budget, a good budget for European citizens. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] for 2017, and we want to keep the main focus of these discussions on the 2017 budget. for 2017 and we want to keep the main focus of these discussions on 2017 budget. [('WHEN', '2017'), ('WHEN', '2017')] [('WHEN', '2017'), ('WHEN', '2017')] Europe can survive in the global economy only as a competitive economy. Europe can survive in global economy only as a competitive economy. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] If I may, just very briefly, address some of the important points which were made during the discussion. If I may just very briefly to some of the important points which were made during the discussion. [] [] I am also looking forward to our cooperation. So looking forward to our cooperation. [] [] One of the issues or challenges we have is that we have too many priorities and too little money, and the question is how to use the money in the best possible way. I think one of the issues, challenges we have is that we have too many priorities and too little money. And the question is how we use the money in the best possible way. [('QUANT', 'one')] [] All the people have to feel our assistance. All the people have to feel our assistance. [] [] We have to stop all supplies of military equipment to the undemocratic governments in the region. We have to stop all supplies of military equipment to the undemocratic governments in the region. [] [] Of course, we have to be very careful not to support the forces and movements with Islamist ideology. Of course, we have to be very careful not to support the forces and movements with Islamist ideology. [] [('NORP', 'islam')] We have to have a united Europe in position. We have to have a united European position. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('NORP', 'european')] Last week, on 10 September 2009, the Commission adopted a communication on stepping up international climate finance, which aims at speeding up the international negotiations. On 10th of September 2009, last week, the Commission adopted a communication on stepping up international climate finance, which aims at speeding up the international negotiations. [('WHEN', 'last week'), ('WHEN', '10 september 2009')] [('WHEN', '10th of september 2009'), ('WHEN', 'last week')] In this respect, it is worth mentioning the global partnership on technology, which aims at doubling investment in low carbon technologies. In this respect, it is worth mentioning the Global Partnership on Technology, which aims at doubling investment in low-carbon technologies. [] [] With 250 pages of negotiating text on the table, the negotiations have not yet gathered sufficient momentum to come to an agreement that is ambitious and detailed enough. With 250 pages of negotiating text on the table, the negotiations have not yet gathered sufficient momentum to come to an agreement that is ambitious and detailed enough. [('QUANT', '250')] [('QUANT', '250')] However, among most parties there is a sense of urgency and the willingness to focus on areas of convergence. However, among most parties, there is a sense of urgency and the willingness to focus on areas of convergence. [] [] Money will make or break the deal. We need to mobilise private investment and promote the establishment of a robust international carbon market, but substantial public funding will also be required. money will make or break the deal. We need to mobilize private investment and promote the establishment of a robust international carbon market, but substantial public funding will also be required. [] [] Furthermore, we have to strengthen support to the poorest and most vulnerable countries to adapt to the increasing adverse effects of climate change. Furthermore, we have to strengthen support to the poorest and most vulnerable countries to adapt to the increasing adverse effects of climate change. [] [] There is a daunting task ahead of us, with intense negotiations over the coming months but failure is not an option. There is a daunting task ahead of us with intense negotiations over the coming months. But failure is not an option. [('WHEN', 'the coming months')] [('WHEN', 'over'), ('WHEN', 'the coming months')] We need comparable and more ambitious emission reduction targets for the group of developed countries, which in aggregate today offer less than 15 reduction as compared with We need comparable and more ambitious emission reduction targets for the group of developed countries which in aggregate today offer less than 15 percent reduction as compared to 90 percent. [('QUANT', '15')] [('QUANT', '15'), ('WHEN', '90')] And it is not only that, it is also the other cars that have been cheating and the differences in the different Member States, such as some of them are mandatory, others are voluntary, some are only for the national car market and others are different. And it's not only that, it's also the other cars that have been cheating, and the differences in the different member states, like some of them are mandatory, the others are voluntary, some are only on the national car market, and others are different. [] [] How will you do that? How will you do that? [] [] We also have to look to the future and yes, we have to care about our car industry but a new era is coming. It will be electrified, it will be sharing mobility, and if we do not make sure that we do that for our industry, if we do not make sure that we have a zero emissions mandate, then cars will be imported from China and elsewhere in the world and our car industry will have big problems, as will these millions of people. We also have to look to the future. And yes, we have to care about our car industry. But a new era is coming. It will be electrified. It will be sharing mobility. And if we do not make sure that we do that for our industry, that we do not make sure that we have zero emission mandates, then the cars will be imported from China and other where in the world. And our car industry will have big problems, also these millions of people. [('QUANT', 'zero'), ('PLACE', 'china'), ('QUANT', 'millions')] [('PLACE', 'china'), ('QUANT', 'millions')] Three million cars have not been recalled yet! Three million cars haven't been recalled yet. [('QUANT', 'three million')] [('QUANT', 'three million')] How will the Commission make sure that all consumers in Europe have the same rights? How shall the Commission make sure that all consumers in Europe have the same rights? [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] We cannot actually restrict access to the EU market for them, which could be a consequence of such extensive regulation. actually restrict the access to the EU market for them, which could be a consequence of such extensive regulations. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] So excessive regulation could really harm the economies of the developing world and could actually cost jobs there. excessive regulation could really harm the economies of the developing world and could actually cause jobs there. [] [] Ten weeks ago, the Stabilisation and Association Agreement entered into force. Ten weeks ago, stabilization and association agreement entered into force. [('WHEN', 'ten weeks ago'), ('LAW', 'stabilisation and association agreement')] [('WHEN', 'ten weeks ago')] One political development is that reducing corruption and organised crime and making the judiciary more efficient has been assessed as good by the Commission. One political development is that reducing corruption and organized crime and making judiciary more efficient has been assessed as good by the Commission. [('QUANT', 'one')] [] A lot has already been said about the magnitude of these rights violations and about the relevance of the topic. Trafficking in human beings needs to be addressed with a human rights based and victim centred approach. and a lot has already been said about the magnitude of this rights violations and about the relevance of the topic. Trafficking in human beings needs to be addressed with a human rights-based and victim-centered approach. [] [] Victims and vulnerable populations need to be put at the centre of all efforts. victims and vulnerable populations need to be put at the center of all efforts. [] [] The prevention of trafficking in human beings and the protection of its victims must be our priority goal. The prevention of trafficking in human beings and the protection of its victims must be our priority goal. [] [] Access to justice, support measures, shelter and education needs to be ensured, independent of the victims' willingness to cooperate in criminal proceedings. Access to justice, support measures, shelter and education need to be ensured, independent of the victims' willingness to cooperate in criminal proceedings. [] [] The principle of non criminalisation in this regard is also vital and needs to be implemented in all Member States. The principle of non-criminalization in this regard is also vital and needs to be implemented in all member states. [] [] Further, demand needs to be tackled as it can be considered a root cause. Further demand needs to be tackled as it can be considered a root cause. [] [] Accountability needs to be ensured for both offenders, as well as knowing users. Accountability needs to be ensured for both offenders as well as knowing users. [] [] For the new strategy, I think that financial investigations and action against money laundering need to play a bigger part in fighting trafficking in human beings and to ensure that confiscated assets are used to support and compensate victims of trafficking. For the new strategy, I think that financial investigations and action against money laundering need to play a bigger part in fighting trafficking in human beings and to ensure that confiscated assets are used to support and compensate victims of trafficking. [] [] Does the Commission agree on this, and how does it intend to address this in the new strategy? Does the Commission agree on this and how does it intend to address this in the new strategy? [] [] I am also worried about the trend of trafficking in human beings being mixed up with other legally distinct concepts such as migrant smuggling, increasingly addressing trafficking in human beings through a security lens, for instance in the context of recent migration policies. And I'm worried about the trend of trafficking in human beings being mixed up with other legally distinct concepts such as migrants smuggling, increasingly addressing trafficking in human beings through a security lens, for instance, in the context of recent migration policies. [] [] How will the Commission counter this trend in its new strategy? How will the Commission counter this trend in its new strategy? [] [] I also call for greater internal external coherence in the fight against trafficking in human beings and to further enhance and deepen cooperation and coordination among all relevant actors. I also call for greater internal, external coherence in the fight against trafficking in human beings and to further enhance and deepen cooperation and coordination among all relevant actions. [] [] That would give enlargement a more prominent presence, supplementing the usual progress reports for the countries. that would give the enlargement a more prominent presence supplementing the usual progress reports for the countries. [] [] Therefore, I sincerely welcome the Commission strategy and the action plan as documents which will officially and permanently put Western Balkan enlargement back on the European agenda. Therefore, I sincerely welcome the Commission's strategy and the action plan as documents which will officially and permanently put Western Balkan enlargement back on the European agenda. [('PLACE', 'western balkan'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('PLACE', 'western balkan'), ('NORP', 'european')] It also became clear that we simply cannot wait for all major political issues to be settled before we endeavour to have further enlargement. It became also clear that we simply cannot wait for all major political issues to be settled before we endeavor further enlargement. [] [] All this could provide a strong political backdrop for the difficult work that lies ahead, on all sides, in order to welcome the front—runner countries, Serbia and Montenegro, as full members in Or this could provide a strong political backdrop for the difficult work that awaits on all sides in order to welcome the front-runner countries, Serbia and Montenegro as full members in 2020. [('PLACE', 'serbia'), ('PLACE', 'montenegro')] [('PLACE', 'serbia'), ('PLACE', 'montenegro'), ('WHEN', '2020')] Additionally, I would call on the Commission to draw up annual reports concerning the implementation of this strategy and the action plan, which should be discussed here in plenary. Additionally, I would call the Commission to draw up annual reports concerning the implementation of this strategy and the action plan, which should be discussed here in the plenary. [] [] It is important not just for the countries of the region but also for the European Union itself without providing a credible prospect of full membership for all the countries of the Western Balkans the EU global role will not be credible, because this is our region, this is our first commitment. And it is important not just for the countries of the region, but also for the European Union itself. Because without providing a credible perspective for full membership, for all the countries of the Western Balkans, the EU global role will not be credible. Because this is our region, this is our first commitment. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'western balkans'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', 'first')] [('PLACE', 'region'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'western balkans'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', 'first')] We need to invest more, both politically and financially. Yes, it is a difficult process because enlargement is a joint effort. We need to invest more both politically and financially. Yes, it is a difficult process because enlargement is a common effort. [] [] But, at the same time, there is always an alternative that we should not forget, and the alternative is embracing nationalism and populism and creating rivalries and hostilities again. But at the same time, there is always an alternative we should not forget. And the alternative is embracing nationalism and populism and creating rivalries and hostilities again. [] [] Where there is a will, there is always a way, and last year the Republic of Macedonia made tremendous progress towards realising that European perspective. When there is a will, there is always a way. And last year the Republic of Macedonia made tremendous progress back towards progress and the European perspective. [('WHEN', 'last year'), ('PLACE', 'republic of macedonia'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('WHEN', 'last year'), ('PLACE', 'republic of'), ('PLACE', 'macedonia'), ('NORP', 'european')] Public violence and hate speech against LGBTI people in Egypt are rampant and increasing, and we have reports on that. The public violence, the hate speech against the LGBTI people in Egypt is rampantly increasing, and we have reports on that. [('PLACE', 'egypt')] [('NORP', 'lgb'), ('PLACE', 'egypt')] To say that we are passing on the message, Mr Commissioner, is just not enough you don't pass on the message about human rights you demand that human rights be respected! And to say that we are passing on the message, Mr. Commissioner, is just not enough. You don't pass the message about human rights. You demand human rights to be respected. [] [] We need a different kind of partnership. We need a different kind of partnerships. [] [] But today I want to raise the specific situation of LGBTI persons being persecuted. But today I wanted to raise a specific situation of LGBTI persons being persecuted. [('WHEN', 'today')] [] It is also a question of when the authorities perpetrate this kind of violence. And it's also a question of when the authorities do this kind of violence. [] [] we are ready for more concrete cooperation in this field, and the Partnership Priorities are giving us the opportunity to explore new forms of common engagement. We are ready for more concrete cooperation in this field, and the partnership priorities are giving us the opportunity to explore new forms of common engagement. [] [] This was the first Association Council with Egypt in seven years, so the first since the beginning of the revolts in the Arab world. This was the first association council with Egypt in seven years. So the first is the beginning of the revolts in that award. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('WHEN', 'association'), ('WHEN', 'council'), ('PLACE', 'egypt'), ('WHEN', 'seven years'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('NORP', 'arab')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'egypt'), ('WHEN', 'seven years'), ('QUANT', 'first')] Mr President, the ECR Group recognises the practical value of regional development funding and supports efforts to ensure it is spent more efficiently. This sixth report clearly calls for more to be done there. It is not a clean bill of health. Thank you, Chairman. The ECR Group recognises the practical value of regional development funding and supports efforts to ensure it's spent more efficiently. This sixth report clearly calls for more to be done there. It is not a clean bill of health. [('ORG', 'ecr group')] [('ORG', 'ecr'), ('QUANT', 'sixth')] I and others in the group are not wholly convinced that there is as full an understanding as there should be this funding is not a revenue substitute, nor is it intended to be for more than a third of a century, as has been the case. And I and others in the group are not wholly convinced that there is as full an understanding as there should be, that this funding is not a revenue substitute, nor is it intended to be for more than a third of the century, has has been the case. [('WHEN', 'a third of a century')] [('QUANT', 'a third')] Furthermore, I do not believe that part of the agenda behind the in other respects unobjectionable urban policy is desirable either, especially and I quote to improve the democratic legitimacy of the European project'. Furthermore, I don't believe that part of the agenda behind the, in other respects, unobjectionable urban policy is desirable either, especially, and I quote, "to improve the democratic legitimacy of the European project." [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] Best practice and cooperation yes. Best practice and cooperation, yes. [] [] I welcome those elements I welcome those elements. [] [] Mr President, control free or check free travel within the frontiers of the Schengen area is a basic principle and one of the greatest achievements of the European Union, although recent tragic events have indeed put Schengen to the test. Mr. Chairman, the control-free or check-free travel within the frontiers of the Schengen area is a basic principle and one of the greatest achievements in the European Union. Although recent tragic events indeed put Schengen to [('PLACE', 'schengen area'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('LAW', 'schengen')] [('PLACE', 'schengen area'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'scheng')] Their travel documents are checked at the official checkpoints, while not all other European citizens have to undergo such monitoring. The travel documents are checked on the official checkpoints, while not all other European citizens have to undergo such monitoring. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] While we must do our best in order to provide security for everyone under current circumstances, such discrimination and unjustified violation of the Schengen Agreement is both unacceptable and unreasonable. with why we must do our best in order to provide security for everyone under current circumstances. Such discrimination and unjustified valuation of the Schengen Agreement is both unacceptable and unreasonable. [('LAW', 'schengen agreement')] [('LAW', 'schengen agreement')] This is exactly the aim of the European Year of Citizens 2013 to mark the 20th anniversary of the establishment of Union citizenship by the Treaty of Maastricht and to give a new momentum to the debate on Union citizenship. This is exactly the aim of the European Year of Citizens 2013, to mark the 20th anniversary of the establishment of the Union Citizenship by the Treaty of Maastricht and to give a new momentum to the debate on Union Citizenship. [('WHEN', 'european'), ('WHEN', 'year'), ('WHEN', 'of'), ('WHEN', 'citizens'), ('WHEN', '2013'), ('QUANT', '20th'), ('PLACE', 'union'), ('LAW', 'treaty of maastricht'), ('PLACE', 'union')] [('WHEN', 'european'), ('WHEN', 'year of'), ('WHEN', '2013'), ('WHEN', '20th'), ('PLACE', 'union'), ('LAW', 'treaty of maastricht'), ('PLACE', 'union')] As Members of the European Parliament the only directly elected EU institution we have a crucial role to play in promoting the aims of the European Year of Citizens 2013 by bridging the gap between Brussels and Member States, communicating the rights and benefits of EU citizenship, endorsing citizens' concerns in formulating EU policies and promoting participative democracy. as members of the European Parliament, the only directly elected EU institution. We have a crucial role to play in promoting the aims of the European Year of Citizens 2013 by bridging the gap between Brussels and member states, communicating rights and benefits of EU citizenship, endorsing citizens' concerns in formulating EU policies and promoting participative democracy. [('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', 'european'), ('WHEN', 'year'), ('WHEN', 'of'), ('WHEN', 'citizens'), ('WHEN', '2013'), ('PLACE', 'brussels'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', 'european'), ('WHEN', '2013'), ('ORG', 'brussels'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] to enjoy protection by the diplomatic or consular authorities of any Member State in a third country to enjoy protection by the diplomatic or consular authorities of any member state in a third country. [('QUANT', 'third')] [] All EU citizens must be informed and enjoy without discrimination all the rights granted to them by Union law and the Charter of Fundamental Rights, i.e. All EU citizens must be informed and enjoy, without discrimination, all rights granted to them by union law and the Charter of Fundamental Rights. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'union'), ('LAW', 'charter of fundamental rights')] [('NORP', 'eu'), ('LAW', 'charter of fundamental rights')] In view of the forthcoming European elections, we must raise awareness of the legislative powers of the European Parliament and encourage citizens to vote so that their voice is heard clearly by EU decision makers. In view of the forthcoming European elections, we must raise awareness on the legislative powers of the European Parliament and encourage citizens to vote so that their voice is heard clear by EU decision makers. [('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('NORP', 'eu')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'european parliament')] to address the institutions of the Union to enjoy the free movement of goods and services, consumer protection, public health, equal opportunities, equal treatment, access to employment and social protection to enjoy the new right of the European Citizens Initiative granted by the Lisbon Treaty, and to strengthen participative democracy through access to documents, information, good governance and administration. to address the institutions of the union, to enjoy free movement of goods and services, consumer protection, public health, equal opportunities, equal treatment, access to employment, and to social protection, to enjoy the new right of the European Citizens Initiative granted by the Lisbon Treaty, to strengthen participative democracy through access to documents, information, good governance, and administration. [('PLACE', 'union'), ('LAW', 'lisbon treaty')] [('PLACE', 'union'), ('LAW', 'european'), ('LAW', 'lisbon treaty')] At a time of economic, political, and social crisis only twenty months before the next European elections, putting Union citizenship and participative democracy at the centre of the political agenda is absolutely essential. At times of economic, political and social crisis, only 20 months before the next European elections, putting union citizenship and participative democracy at the center of the political agenda is absolutely essential. [('WHEN', 'twenty months before'), ('WHEN', 'european'), ('WHEN', 'elections'), ('PLACE', 'union')] [('WHEN', '20 months'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'union')] to petition the European Parliament to petition the European Parliament [('ORG', 'european parliament')] [('ORG', 'european parliament')] that we need to support EASO in order that people arriving can have their asylum application properly proceed. we need to support IASO in order that people arriving can have the asylum application properly proceed. [('ORG', 'easo')] [('ORG', 'iaso')] The second point is that we have to change the nomenclature of the AMIF budget lines because putting integration and return together in one budget line is just avoiding being clear on where the money is being spent. The second point is we have to change the nomenclature of the AMID budget lines because putting integration and return together on one budget line, just avoiding being clear on what the money is being spent. [('QUANT', 'second'), ('QUANT', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'the'), ('QUANT', 'second'), ('QUANT', 'one')] But of course we have some questions on details. These are matters of tremendous political importance that we need to debate. But of course we have some questions on details. These are matters of tremendous political importance that we need to debate. [] [] I also wonder why Europol should receive the same increase in funding and staff as EASO. I as wonder why Europe should receive the same increase in funding and staff as ESO. [('ORG', 'europol'), ('ORG', 'easo')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'es')] So you had a very energy efficient aeroplane and then it could fly on solar. So you had a very energy efficient airplane and then it could fly on solar. [] [] development was lifted to an equal footing with diplomacy and defence. development was lifted on an equal footing with diplomacy and defense. [] [] We have to fight against poverty and promote ecologically, economically and socially sustainable development all over the world. We have to fight against poverty and promote economically and socially sustainable development all over the world. [] [] In development policy we have to act in close cooperation with the United States, since in this field our basic values, goals and interests are very close to each other. In development policy, we have to act in close cooperation with the United States, since in this field, our basic values, goals and interests are very close to each other. [('PLACE', 'united states')] [('PLACE', 'united states')] This is also how we can most effectively tackle the root causes of our recent security and migration challenges. This is how we can most effectively tackle also the root causes of our recent security and migration challenges. [] [] Saying a firm no' to FGM for me also means that we have to have protective laws and we have to provide strong support to the grassroots organisations that work on this. Saying a firm no to FGM for me also means that we have to have protective laws and we have to provide strong support to the grassroots organizations that work on this. [] [] This is a simple 3D print that I think every woman should be proud to be in possession of, because knowing your body is also a way to take back control, to take back power. It's a simple 3D print that I think every woman should be in proud possession of because knowing your body and is also a way to take back control, to take back power, [] [('QUANT', '3')] Today we see the attacks on women's bodies from the likes of Trump with his awful gag rule that wants to threaten women's sexual and reproductive health and rights worldwide. Today we see the attacks on women's bodies from the likes of Trump's, with his awful gag rule that wants to threaten women's sexual and reproductive health and rights worldwide. [('WHEN', 'today'), ('PERSON', 'trump')] [('WHEN', 'today'), ('PERSON', 'trump')] We say no to all forms of patriarchal control over our bodies, and we say yes to sexual freedom and choice for women and for proper sexuality education where we can learn about our rights, our women's rights and our bodies, and about the clitoris. We say no to all forms of patriarchal control over our bodies, and we say yes to sexual freedom and choice for women, and for proper sexuality education where we can learn about our rights and our women's rights and our bodies, and about clitoris. [] [] It has nothing to do with religion, but it has all to do with patriarchy. It has nothing to do with religion, but it has all to do with patriarchy. [] [('PLACE', 'patri')] These struggles are linked. These struggles are linked. [] [] Many people don't even know what it looks like, and the dictionaries in 2017 still get it wrong. Many people don't even know what it looks like and the dictionaries in 2017 still get it wrong. [('WHEN', '2017')] [('WHEN', '2017')] It is also symptomatic for me that the clitoris almost everywhere has been systematically neglected and erased. It is also symptomatic for me that the clitoris almost everywhere has been systematically neglected and erased. [] [] We say no to FGM, support grassroots organisations. using NoteFGM, support grassroots organizations, [] [] As colleagues have said, approximately 130 to 140 million women and girls have been victims of FGM. FGM is older than Christianity or Islam. As colleagues have said, approximately 130 to 140 million women and girls have been victims of FGM. FGM is older than Christianity or Islam. [('QUANT', '130'), ('QUANT', '140 million'), ('NORP', 'christianity'), ('NORP', 'islam')] [('QUANT', '130 to'), ('QUANT', '140 million'), ('NORP', 'christianity'), ('PLACE', 'islam')] This is being used by many FGM activists that fight against FGM, and it gives us the power to protect it. being used by many FGM activists that fight against FGM, but it gives us the power to protect it. [] [] Colleagues, Commission, our message must be clear. Colleagues, Commission, our message must be clear. [] [] But saying no to FGM also demands that we say no to all forms of patriarchal control of our bodies. But saying no to FGM also demands that we say no to all forms of patriarchal control of our bodies. [] [('ORG', 'f')] In past years, all our attention was focused on the lowering of CO2 emissions and particulate matter, without devoting enough attention to NOx. In the past years, all our attention was focused towards the lowering of CO2 emissions and particle matter without devoting enough attention to NOx. [('WHEN', 'past years')] [('WHEN', 'past years'), ('LAW', 'nox')] With the new proposal we are introducing new real driving emissions tests that are closest to real world use, and we will also introduce new type approval legislation that will help diesel cars to become much cleaner, but we do not need new agencies for that. With the new proposal, we are introducing new real driving emissions test that are closest to the real world use, and we will also introduce new type approval legislation that will help diesel cars to become much cleaner, but we don't need new agencies for that. [] [] We should use this period to prepare new development plans focusing on new innovative technologies in order to safeguard Europe's position as the number one car maker in the world. We should use this period to prepare new development plans focusing on new innovative technologies in order to safeguard Europe's position of being the number one car maker in the world. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('QUANT', 'number one')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('QUANT', 'one')] We need stronger rules that will effectively deal with the emission problems for diesel cars. We need stronger rules that will effectively deal with the emission problems for diesel cars. [] [] For the upcoming years the classic technologies based on fossil fuels and the alternative solutions will be present side by side. For the upcoming years, the classical technology is based on fossil fuels and the alternative solutions will be present side by side. [] [] But, at the same time, there is still some disappointing information. but at the same time there are some disappointing information. [] [] As the rapporteur has stated we tackled very important topics like fake news, whistle blowers, geo blocking and licences, always defending freedom of expression which is the crucial and the central point of our concern. As the reporter has stated, we tackled very important topics like fake news, whistleblowers, geo-blocking and licenses, always defending freedom of expression, which is the crucial and the central point of our concern. [] [] and now we have a decision that for the first time in this Parliament has been rejected by all the political groups and all the committees with a huge majority almost unanimity. And now we have a decision that for the first time in this parliament is rejected by all the political groups, by all the committees with a huge majority, almost unanimity. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] I almost feel sorry for the Commission. I almost feel sorry for the commission. [] [] Madam President, it is hard to believe that we are sitting here today discussing minor changes to the rules on value added tax when EU countries are facing the worst financial and economic crisis since the Great Depression. Madam President, it's hard to believe that we're sitting here today discussing minor changes to the rules the value added to [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', 'great'), ('WHEN', 'depression')] [] No doubt the gestures towards European Union will continue, but democratically elected governments have a primary interest in looking after the populations that elected them. No doubt the gestures towards European Union will continue, but democratically elected governments have a primary interest in looking after the populations that elected them. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] Never mind that prudent government finances are essential to the survival of the euro, there is nothing else that these countries can do about their budgets. Never mind that prudent government finances are essential to the survival of the euro. There is nothing else that these countries can do about their budgets. [] [] Probably of even more serious concern is the huge exposure of several euro zone countries to defaulting debts of Eastern Europe. Probably an even more serious concern is the huge exposure of several Eurozone countries to defaulting debts of Eastern Europe. [('PLACE', 'euro zone'), ('PLACE', 'eastern europe')] [('PLACE', 'euro'), ('PLACE', 'eastern europe')] i therefore ask the commission to urge the implementation of a local primary health strategy to embrace a healthy lifestyle awareness campaigns and the early introduction of screening programmes across europe so that we can meet our goals of healthy ageing by. two thousand and twenty I therefore ask the Commission to urge the implementation of local primary health strategy to embrace healthy lifestyle awareness campaigns and the early introduction of screening programs across Europe so that we can meet our goals of healthy aging by 2026. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('WHEN', 'two thousand and twenty')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('WHEN', '2026')] Bearing in mind the guidelines for colorectal cancer screening from 2010, last week I hosted the conference which launched a White Paper setting the standards for the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care of colorectal cancer across Europe. building in mind the guidelines for colorectal cancer screening from 2010. Last week I hosted the conference with a launch, a white paper, setting the standards for the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and care of colorectal cancer across Europe. [('WHEN', '2010'), ('WHEN', 'last week'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('WHEN', '2010'), ('WHEN', 'last'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] If we take so long with a rule of law country like Singapore, imagine how long we will take with bigger, more problematic countries. If we take so long with a rule of law country like Singapore, imagine how long we will take with bigger, more problematic countries. [('PLACE', 'singapore')] [('PLACE', 'singapore')] With cyber criminals getting better at breaking into protected networks, I strongly believe that the only real way to win the battle is to have people with similar knowledge and expertise fighting against them. With cyber criminals getting better at breaking into protected networks, I strongly believe that the only real way to win the battle is to have people with similar knowledge and expertise fighting against them. [] [] Mr President, even though I thought I got your message that I should not ask for the floor, I will do it anyway. The President, even though I thought I got your message that I shouldn't ask for the floor, I do it anyway. [] [] I think that it is actually a fundamental right to have a basic bank account. I do think that it is actually a fundamental right to have a basic banking account. [] [] Governments feel the scepticism of public opinion and try to transfer responsibility to the Commission. governments feel the skepticism of public opinion and try to transfer responsibility to their commission. [] [] The EU is, therefore, in a hypocritical situation where the Council does not approve GMOs, but some Member States cultivate them. So the EU is in a hypocritical situation where the council does not approve GMOs, but some member states cultivate them. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'council')] Usually our group is a proponent of a Community approach, but in this particular case we should not have a one size fits all policy. Usually, our group is proponent of community approach, but in this particular case, we should not have one-size-fits-all policy. [('QUANT', 'one')] [] The inclusion of complementary environmental reasons as well as a list of social and economic grounds for the restriction or prohibition of GMOs by Member States will make this report more legally solid. The inclusion of complementary environmental reasons as well as a list of social economic grounds for the restriction or prohibition of the NGOs by member states will make this report more legally solid. [] [] Mr President, any operator that is responsible for damage to the environment must be held accountable for their actions. President, any operator that is responsible for damage to the environment must be held accountable for their actions. [] [] However, the determination of the accountability should be down to the Member State. However, the determination of the accountability should be down to the member of state. [] [] You mention the establishment of a secondary liability regime based upon the systems already adopted by several Member States You mentioned the establishment of a secondary liability regime based upon the systems already adopted by several members of state. [] [] This is typical of the EU implementing more and more unnecessary legislation. This is typical of the EU implementing more and more unnecessary legislation. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] The report calls for the consideration of a European fund for the remedying of environmental damage. The report calls for the consideration of a European fund for the remedying of environmental damage. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] So if you propose this fund who is going to pay for it? So if you propose this fund, who is going to pay for it? [] [] implementation of the council decision of twenty six april two thousand and four would greatly encourage turkey to implement the ec turkey association agreement. The implementation of the Council decision of 26 of April 2004 would greatly encourage Turkey to implement the EC-Turkey Association Agreement. [('ORG', 'council'), ('WHEN', 'twenty six april two thousand and four'), ('PLACE', 'turkey'), ('LAW', 'ec turkey association agreement')] [('ORG', 'council'), ('WHEN', '26 of april 2004'), ('PLACE', 'turkey'), ('ORG', 'ec'), ('PLACE', 'turkey')] As MEPs, I hope that we can send a strong message on behalf of those citizens that we are in favour of a free Internet, where the privacy of users and their rights are respected fully. Today we must stand behind the block of citizens' amendments that have been tabled, as the best way of defending those rights of our citizens. As MEPs, I hope that we can send a strong message on behalf of those citizens that we are in favour of a free internet where the privacy of users and their rights are respected fully. We must today stand behind the block of citizens' amendments that have been tabled as the best way of defending those rights of our citizens. [('WHEN', 'today')] [] These amendments, if passed, will restore some sort of balance between end users' rights and freedoms and the rights and freedoms of others, including the right to intellectual property protection and indeed the right to privacy. These amendments, if passed, will restore some sort of balance between end-users' rights and freedoms and the rights and freedoms of others, including the right to intellectual property protection and indeed the right to privacy. [] [] The aim of this proposal should be to protect those who need protection, but also to strengthen the rights of citizens to access information within the law when and where they see fit. The aim of this proposal should be to protect those who need protection, but also to strengthen the rights of citizens to access information within the law when and where they see fit. [] [] Service providers should be made to act in a transparent manner at all times and, if in very exceptional cases restrictions to access are required, they should be fully accountable in justifying these restrictions. Service providers should be made act in a transparent manner at all times, and if in very exceptional cases, restrictions to access are required, they should be fully accountable in justifying these restrictions. [] [] National powers should have a role in investigating any restriction that service providers impose. National powers should have a role in investigating any restriction that service providers impose. [] [] Mr President, for the moment, the cultural cleansing undertaken by Daesh at other precious sites they have seized has not taken place at Palmyra, one of the greatest of all cultural treasures of the Middle East. For the moment, the cultural cleansing undertaken by Daesh at other precious sites they've seized has not taken place at Palmyra, one of the greatest of all cultural treasures of the Middle East. [('NORP', 'daesh'), ('PLACE', 'palmyra'), ('PLACE', 'middle east')] [('PLACE', 'daesh'), ('PLACE', 'palmyra'), ('PLACE', 'middle east')] Indeed, the destruction of such sites is in fact contrary to Islamic scholarship, where previous civilisations and the learning and architecture of antiquity was studied, preserved, often incorporated and, in a positive sense, used. Indeed, the destruction of such sites is in fact contrary to Islamic scholarship where previous civilizations and the learning and architecture of antiquity were studied, preserved, often incorporated and in a positive sense used. [('NORP', 'islamic')] [('NORP', 'islamic')] As my colleague Boris Johnson, the Mayor of London, has put it this is not a clash of civilizations As my colleague Boris Johnson, the Mayor of London, has put it, this is not a clash of civilisations. [('PERSON', 'boris johnson'), ('PLACE', 'london')] [('PERSON', 'johnson'), ('PLACE', 'london')] As a former UNESCO World Heritage Site chairman myself, the thought that this wondrous jewel could be destroyed concerns me and so many others deeply, never forgetting that probably over 1 people have lost their lives in and around the site. As a former UNESCO World Heritage Site Chairman myself, the thought that this wondrous jewel could be destroyed concerns me and so many others deeply, never forgetting the probably over a thousand people who've lost their lives in and around the site. [('ORG', 'unesco world heritage site'), ('QUANT', '1')] [('ORG', 'unesco world heritage'), ('QUANT', 'a thousand')] twenty two additionally separate votes on amendment nos twenty six thirty six forty six seventy one and. 22. Additionally, the separate votes on the amendments 26, 36, 46, 71 and 80 [('QUANT', 'twenty two')] [('QUANT', '22'), ('QUANT', '26')] eighty two they all concern the same issue that we have now lost so i propose that we vote all of this en bloc. They're all concerned the same issue that we now lost, so I propose that we vote all of this in a block. [('QUANT', 'eighty two')] [] Member States because, in the digital single market, more and more personal data of people from one Member State will be collected, stored and used in other Member States. member states because in the digital single market, more and more personal data of people from one country member state will be collected, stored and used in other member states. [('QUANT', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'one')] They would have some effect. But I think we need to pay attention to the loopholes. they would have some effect. But I think we need to take attention of the loopholes. [] [] They collaborate, supporting each other. They collaborate supporting each other. [] [] So in this regard, we really would like to see in future a much more proactive and cooperative role from the Commission side, otherwise it will be very difficult for us to cooperate. So in this regard, we really would like to see in the future much more proactive and cooperative role from commission side. Otherwise, it will be very, very difficult for us to cooperate. [] [] However, Madam Commissioner, there was a key measure missing from your proposal. However, Madam Commissioner, there was a key measure missing from your proposal. [] [] a unique sense of ownership of the sea and its resources and a real form of rationalisation will be established. i want to call upon all members of this parliament to give this measure some teeth and vote for amendment. two hundred and fifty three this is the main novel idea that parliament A unique sense of ownership of sea and its resources and a real form of regionalization will be established. I want to call upon all members of this parliament to give this measure some teeth and vote for amendment 253. This is the main novel idea that the parliament [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('LAW', 'amendment two hundred and fifty three'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('LAW', '253')] This will allow us to restore levels of fish and increase the income of fishermen throughout the European Union by increasing both the quantity and the size of fish caught. It will allow us to restore fish and increase the income of fishermen throughout the European Union by increasing both the quantity and the size of fish caught. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] I also would like to welcome the constitutional reform Albania has been successfully going through, which is a very difficult task we all understand that but we also know that when it comes to judicial reform it is the implementation which is the most difficult and the most important task. If Albania engages in this reform process according to its envisaged reform strategy, we will be very satisfied with that. would like to welcome the constitutional reform Albania has been successfully going through, which is a very, very, very difficult task. We all understand that. But we also know that when it comes to judicial reform, it's the implementation, which is the most difficult and most important task. If Albania engages in this reform process according to its envisaged reform strategy, we'll be very satisfied with that. [('PLACE', 'albania'), ('PLACE', 'albania')] [('LAW', 'constitutional'), ('PLACE', 'albania'), ('NORP', 'albania')] Mr President, I think that is a very reasonable question. Yes, of course, we cannot only use market based instruments. I think that's a very reasonable question, and yes, of course, we can't only use market-based [] [] I think we should also use other instruments, such as regulation for instance. I think we should also use other instruments like regulation for instance. [] [] We have just adopted an energy efficiency directive that will definitely also point us in the right direction. We have just adopted energy efficiency directive that will definitely also put us in the right direction. [] [] But because this is a huge, massive problem, there needs to be a fundamental change in the way we consume and produce energy. because this is a huge massive problem that needs a fundamental change in the way we consume and produce energy. [] [] So we need to use what we have now, and that is the ETS system. We need to use what we have now, and that is the ETS system. [] [] You probably know how busy we are. probably know how busy we are. [] [] 4000 days and nights nearly eleven years. 4,000 days and nights, nearly 11 years. [('WHEN', '4000 days and nights'), ('WHEN', 'nearly eleven years')] [('WHEN', '4'), ('WHEN', 'days and nights'), ('WHEN', '11 years')] I am a recent participant in the Twitter' site and I have to say that I am more than surprised and impressed at how much information is on that site from the European Union. It gives a huge amount of information and I would like to congratulate them on that. I'm a recent participant in the Twitter site, and I have to say that I'm more than surprised and impressed about how much information is on that site from the European Union. It gives a huge amount of information, and I'd like to congratulate them for that. [('WHEN', 'twitter'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('ORG', 'twitter'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] I am sure that this quest for freedom is universal and that the EU has a moral obligation and a strategic interest to avoid more tragedies in the Mediterranean by promoting peace, security and the rule of law in a firmer and more assertive way in the countries of origin. I'm sure that this quest for freedom is universal and that the EU has a moral obligation and a strategic interest to avoid more tragedies in the Mediterranean by promoting peace, security and the rule of law in a more firm and assertive way in the countries of origin. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'mediterranean')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'mediterranean')] While she was thankful for reaching the free world, she became really happy only when her homeland was finally freed from oppression and we eventually came back to Croatia. she was thankful for reaching the free world. She became really happy only when her homeland was finally freed from oppression. And eventually we came back to Croatia. [('PLACE', 'croatia')] [('PLACE', 'croatia')] We know that there is a shortage of skilled labour in this area. At the same time, there are a lot of people who will lose their jobs and will need retraining. We know that there is a shortage of skilled labor in this area and at the same time there are a lot of people who will lose their jobs and will need retraining. [] [] We hope that we will go all together We hope that we will go all together [] [] The DSA must improve the framework for digital service providers to stimulate growth, but it must also make the fight against illegal content more successful and it must improve transparency and oversight. The DSA must improve the framework for digital service providers to stimulate growth. But it must also make the fight against illegal content more successful, and it must improve the transparency and the oversight. [('LAW', 'dsa')] [('ORG', 'dsa')] Either we develop AI based on our own values and with economic benefits or we end up using AI developed on other continents without those values and without a large part of the economic benefits. Either we develop AI based on our own values and with the economic benefits, or we end up using AI developed on other continents without those values and without a large part of the economic benefits. [] [('PLACE', 'ai')] A strong risk—based approach offers the best way forward here. These challenges are difficult, but I fully support the efforts of all the rapporteurs here today. We are not even close to a satisfying legal situation, but these reports are an excellent start. A strong risk-based approach offers the best way forward here. These challenges are difficult, but I fully support the efforts of all the reporters here today. And we are not even close to a satisfied legal situation, but these reports are an excellent start. [('WHEN', 'today')] [] And some people born in a different time, like myself, might want to go back to how it was before, because it seems like a simpler time. And some people born in a different time, like myself, might want to go back to how it was before, because it seems like a simpler time. [] [] The future will be more digital, not less, and it brings incredible progress that we, as policymakers, should embrace. The future will be more digital, not less. And it brings incredible progress that we as policymakers should embrace. [] [] also brings dangers that we cannot ignore anymore. brings dangers that we cannot ignore anymore. [] [] Let us be honest with each other, colleagues. The EU has done more to regulate the online world than any other continent. Let us be honest with each other, colleagues. The EU has done more to regulate the online world than any other continent. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Over the past decades, we have not followed up on illegal content and illegal activities online with the same rigour as we have illegal activities offline. Over the past decades, we have not followed up illegal content and illegal activities online with the same rigor as illegal activities offline. [('WHEN', 'the past decades')] [('WHEN', 'the past decades')] We have not achieved any meaningful transparency over how algorithms push content to users on a massive scale. We have not achieved any meaningful transparency over how algorithms push content to users on a massive scale. [] [] We have not grasped the impact of it on our democracies, our culture and our fundamental rights. We have not grasped the impact of it on our democracies, our culture, and our fundamental rights. [] [] Instead, we have focused on voluntary cooperation, which is good, but not good enough. Instead, we have focused on voluntary cooperation, which is good, but not good enough. [] [] Not nearly good enough. Not nearly good enough. [] [] We cannot leave this to the private sector without oversight and enforcement. We must keep this in the public debate as a priority and we must regulate, no matter how technical these files are. We cannot leave this over to the private sector without oversight and enforcement. We must keep this in the public debate as a priority and we must regulate no matter how technical these files are. [] [] The difficult challenge before us is to find the balance between digital progress and respect for fundamental rights. The difficult challenge before us is to find a balance between digital progress and respect of fundamental rights. [] [] The value of lawmaking is the real change it effects. The value of lawmaking is the real change its effects. [] [] If we start off with conflicting regulations and directives that undermine each other instead of complementing each other, we have lost the battle before it starts. If we start off with conflicting regulations and directives that undermine each other instead of complementing each other, we have lost the battle before it starts. [] [] We must respect the scope of each digital file. We must respect the scope of each digital file. [] [] Secondly, the fundamentals of the e commerce Directive were great, but its greatest issue was transparency. Secondly, the fundamentals of the e-commerce directive were great, but its greatest issue was transparency. [('QUANT', 'secondly'), ('LAW', 'e commerce directive')] [('QUANT', 'secondly')] We must improve and enforce meaningful transparency, and I call for a clear mandate from this Parliament. We must improve and enforce meaningful transparency and I call for a clear mandate from this parliament. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [] Thirdly, we all agree on the importance of notice and action mechanisms to remove illegal content online, but this places the burden almost entirely on users. We therefore should complement notice and action with clear and appropriate obligations to remove illegal content, and it's the public authorities who should provide the funding to follow up on this. Thirdly, we all agree on the importance of notice and action mechanisms to remove illegal content online, but this places the burden almost entirely on users. We therefore should complement notice and action with clear and appropriate obligations to remove illegal content and its public authorities who should provide the funding to follow up on this. [('QUANT', 'thirdly')] [('QUANT', 'thirdly')] Finally, I would like of course personally to thank all the shadow rapporteurs and all my colleagues on the LIBE DSA report for their excellent cooperation. Finally, I would like, of course, personally to thank all the shadow reporters and all my colleagues on the Libet DSA report for their excellent cooperation. [('ORG', 'libe'), ('LAW', 'dsa')] [('LAW', 'libet dsa')] They established some priorities they established some priorities. [] [] To our children and young people, we have to partner titles on theoretical topics with, above all, practical values. To our children and young people, we have to pass not titles on theoretical topics, but above all practical values. [] [] Indeed, education and culture have to do with civilisation. Indeed, education and culture have to do with civilization. [] [] Golden visas have a negative impact on the status of EU residence and citizenship. and golden visas make a negative impact on the status of EU residents and citizenship. [('NORP', 'eu')] [('NORP', 'golden'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] Let me outline briefly what the Commission is already doing to improve its implementation. Let me outline briefly what the Commission is already doing to improve its implementation. [] [] We are worried by the deteriorating situation when it comes to respect for human rights persecution of political opponents and journalists is becoming a rule in this country full of contrast, a country which is on the one hand incredibly rich in oil and diamonds, and on the other hand has one of the highest rates of child mortality in the world. And we are worried by the deteriorating situation when it comes to respect for human rights, persecution of political opponents, as well as journalists, is becoming a rule in this country full of contrast. A country which is, on the one hand, incredibly rich in oil and diamonds, and on the other hand, has one of the highest rates of child mortality in the world. [('QUANT', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'one')] It is the corrupt elites who are depriving the people of Angola of their basic human rights access to healthcare, food and education by stealing public money intended for basic social services. We are seriously concerned about the possible mismanagement of EU development funds by the local authorities, and in this regard we are asking the Commission to review the national indicative programme under the 11th EDF and to ensure that good governance, respect for human rights and the fight against corruption are the main financing priorities for this fabulously rich country, which suffers also from a fabulously corrupt elite. is the corrupted elites who are depriving the people of Angola of their basic human rights access to healthcare, food, education, but still in public money intended for basic social services. We are seriously concerned about the possible mismanagement of EU development funds by the local authorities. And in this regards, we are requesting from the Commission to review the National Indicative Program under the 11th EDF and to ensure that good governance, respect for human rights, and fight against corruption are the main financing priorities for this fabulous [('PLACE', 'angola'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', '11th')] [('LAW', 'angola'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', '11'), ('LAW', 'edf')] Mr President, after decades of conflict and instability, Angola continues to face the major challenges of weak governance, human rights abuses and widespread corruption. Thank you, President. After decades of conflict and instability, Angola continues to face major challenges of weak governance [('WHEN', 'decades'), ('PLACE', 'angola')] [('WHEN', 'decades'), ('ORG', 'angola')] However, it should be a decision taken by the EU as a whole, and of course, coordinated with the US, Turkey and the Arab League. However, it should be a decision taken by the EU as a whole, and, of course, coordinated with the U.S., Turkey, and the Arab League. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'us'), ('PLACE', 'turkey'), ('ORG', 'arab league')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'u'), ('NORP', 'turkey'), ('PLACE', 'arab league')] It is important that Facebook is not only relying on ads, as they say is their business model, but is also delivering for trust by delivering solutions and actions in the way of how they do their business model. It is important that Facebook is not only doing ads, as they say is their business model, but also deliver for trust in a way of delivering solutions and actions in the way of how they do their business model. [('ORG', 'facebook')] [('ORG', 'facebook')] But I would also agree it is very important to understand that there is a missing brick in this wall, and that is the e privacy regulation. But I would also agree, it's very important to understand that there is a missing brick in this wall, and that is the e-privacy regulation. [] [] We need to get more rules in place, especially also for consumer control to get connectivity across the platforms in order to have a choice. So we need to get more rules in place, especially also for consumer control to get connectivity across the platforms in order to have a choice. [] [] The business model of just earning money by using the data of individuals has to change, because that's not only Facebook's business model. The business model of just earning money by endeavoring the data of individuals has to change because that's not only the business model of [('ORG', 'facebook')] [] We still need to fix that problem because the communication data needs to be protected in a specific way. And we still need to fix that problem because the communication data needs to be protected in a specific way. [] [] We can be very proud, as the European Union and, especially as Parliament, that we have a tool to protect the privacy and integrity of our citizens' lives with the GDPR in place. And so we can be very proud as the European Union and especially of the parliament that we have a tool to protect the privacy and integrity of our citizens life with the GDPR in place. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('LAW', 'gdpr')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('ORG', 'gdp')] It's about fundamental rights, privacy awareness, but privacy enforcement as well namely, the right to be forgotten, enshrined by the GDPR. It's about fundamental rights, privacy awareness, but privacy enforcement as well, namely the right to be forgotten enshrined by the GDPR. [('LAW', 'gdpr')] [('LAW', 'gdpr')] But it is also about democracy, because fake news is a hybrid war of intoxication, manipulation, lies and hate speech aimed to weaken democracy through interfering in elections and enhancing populism and Europhobia. So it takes a European response, which means that no Member State can do it on its own before a giant in the internet, like Facebook, but also legal, binding and effective law. But it takes action. That means that doing nothing is not a choice. But it's also about democracy because fake news is a hybrid war of intoxication, manipulation, lies and hates speech aimed to weaken democracy through interfering in elections and enhancing populism and euphobia. So it takes a response. European, which means that no member state can do it on its own before a giant in the internet like Facebook, but also legal, binding and effective law. But it takes action. That means that doing nothing [('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'facebook')] [('NORP', 'european')] That is what the European citizens are expecting from all of us, and that is precisely and exactly what we ask from you. That is what the European citizens are expecting from all of us, and that is precisely and exactly what we ask from you. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] The European Commission must take initiative action and now. The European Commission must take initiative. Action and now. [('ORG', 'european commission')] [('ORG', 'european commission')] Upholding these values is of crucial importance for the proper functioning of the European Union, because they guarantee that Member States fulfil their international law obligations and that they can trust each other and the institutions of the European Union. Upholding these values is of crucial importance for the proper functioning of the European Union, because they guarantee that member states fulfill their international law obligations and that they can trust each other and the institutions of the European Union. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] The European Union was founded on the principles of respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law and respect for human rights. The European Union was founded on the principles of respect for human dignity, freedom, democracy, equality, the rule of law, and respect for human rights. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] Failing to do so may have severe consequences, including the possibility of the European Union falling apart. Almost 60 years have passed since its foundation. If we are failing to do so many have several consequences, including the possibility of the European Union to fall apart, almost 60 years passed since its foundation. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('WHEN', 'almost 60 years')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('WHEN', '60 years')] right before our eyes. right before our eyes. [] [] This report also has other important implications for the fundamental rights of minorities Roma children, women and LGBTI people and for those seeking asylum. This report also has other important implications for the fundamental rights of minorities, Roma children, women, and LGBTI people, and for those seeking asylum. [('NORP', 'roma')] [('NORP', 'women'), ('NORP', 'lgb')] This has been proved in the last couple of years and must be rectified. That is why in this report we call for a new mechanism that is automatically triggered in cases of breaches of fundamental values and rights, to remedy the breaches, to avoid the materialisation of systematic threats in Member States. Our common European fundamental values are being threatened first and foremost from within, This was proved in the last couple of years. This must be rectified. That is why in this report we call for a new mechanism that is automatically triggered in case of breaches of fundamental values and rights to remedy the breaches to avoid the materialization of systematic traits in member states. Our common European fundamental values are being traded first and foremost from within. [('WHEN', 'last couple of years'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('QUANT', 'first')] [('WHEN', 'last couple of years'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('QUANT', 'first')] Too narrow a focus means that we will be missing some targets. To narrow focus, we mean that we will be missing some targets. [] [] Too many mandates at the same time can lead to fragmentation and to high costs. Too many mandates at the same time can lead to fragmentation and too high cost. [] [] We should keep finding the right balance and finding the trade—offs, to be focused and efficient in the work and the EIB. So we should keep finding the right balance and finding the trade-offs to be focused and efficient in the work and EIB. [('ORG', 'eib')] [('ORG', 'eib')] This can be done through various programmes and the exchange of best practices and know how and by assuring the availability of necessary funding for education, training, awareness raising and empowerment for women as well as for the continuous fight against gender violence, stereotypes and discrimination. through various programs in exchange of best practices and to know how and by ensuring the availability of necessary funding for education, training, awareness, raising and empowerment of women as well as for the continuous fight against gender violence, stereotypes and discrimination. [] [] it is about jobs, and it is about money. It is about jobs and it is about money. [] [] I understand that we are involved in a big legal battle with Norway, and I believe that we can find enough good lawyers to win this battle. So I understand that we are involved in a big legal battle with Norway, and I believe that we can find enough good lawyers to win this battle. [('PLACE', 'norway')] [('PLACE', 'norway')] It is about European citizens' trust in the European Commission and institutions It is about European citizens' trust into European Commission and institutions. [('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'european commission')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'european')] Let me give you a few examples. Just let me give you a few examples. [] [] Madam President, I have listened carefully to the debate today and I am encouraged by the engagement of the Members of this House. Thank you, Mr. President. All other members, I have listened carefully to the debate today, and I am encouraged by [('WHEN', 'today')] [('WHEN', 'today')] We need to speak about gender equality and we need to counteract racism, xenophobia and Islamophobia. We need to speak about gender equality, we need to counteract racism, xenophobia and Islamophobia. [] [] I was in the arrivals hall waiting to go out through customs when we heard and felt the first explosion. I was in the arrivals halls waiting to go out through customs when we heard and felt the first explosion. [] [] No rifles or surveillance technology in the world can do that. and no rifles or surveillance technology in the world can do that. [] [] Then the second explosion came, and some of us thought that the roof was coming down upon us. and then the second explosion, and some of us thought that the roof was coming down upon us. [('QUANT', 'second')] [('QUANT', 'second')] My body remembers that fear, and it is in that feeling that I reject those who say that we have to learn to live with this. Terrorism is man—made, and we can undo it. And my body remembers that fear. And it is in that feeling that I refuse those that say that we have to learn to live with this. Terrorism is man-made and we can undo it. [] [] It is time to step back for a moment, to just pause and think through the implications of our actions until now. it's the moment to step back for a moment, to just pause and sink through the implications of our actions until now. [] [] Are we taking the right measures to invest massively in better equipment, better cooperation between our police and security services, and effective deradicalisation, or are we still putting forward expensive, but ineffective and symbolic, measures of mass data collection or intrusive surveillance measures against completely innocent citizens, Are we taking the right measures to invest massively into better equipment and better cooperation of our police and security services and into effective de-radicalization? Or are we still putting forward expensive but ineffective and symbolic measures of mass data collection or intrusive surveillance measures against completely innocent citizens? [] [] thereby weakening effective security and our freedoms together which we defend? and thereby weakening effective security and our freedoms together, which we defend. [] [] Therefore, I am very happy that Commissioner King is starting to investigate the effectiveness of the hundreds of security measures which the European Union and its Member States have adopted through the years. And therefore I'm very happy that Commissioner King is starting to investigate into the effectiveness of the hundreds of security measures which European Union and its member states has adopted throughout the years. [('PERSON', 'king'), ('QUANT', 'hundreds'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PERSON', 'king'), ('QUANT', 'hundreds'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('WHEN', 'throughout')] If this is what you are calling for, then welcome back into Europe. If this is what you are calling for, then welcome back in Europe. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] However, the most offensive position that you have taken is the proposal that Spain will have the right to veto any Brexit deal over the issue of Gibraltar. However, the most offensive position that you have taken is the proposal that Spain will have the right to veto any Brexit deal over the issue of Gibraltar. [('PLACE', 'spain'), ('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('PLACE', 'gibraltar')] [('PLACE', 'spain'), ('PLACE', 'gibraltar')] I do, however, have a solution to prevent Gibraltar being used as a pawn in Brexit negotiations and, indeed, end Spanish claims once and for all. Make Gibraltar a fully integrated part of the UK I do, however, have a solution to prevent Gibraltar being used as a pawn in Brexit negotiations and indeed end Spanish claims once and for all. Make Gibraltar a fully integrated part of the UK. [('PLACE', 'gibraltar'), ('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('NORP', 'spanish'), ('PLACE', 'gibraltar'), ('PLACE', 'uk')] [('PLACE', 'gibraltar'), ('NORP', 'brexit'), ('NORP', 'spanish'), ('PLACE', 'gibraltar'), ('PLACE', 'uk')] I have been calling for this for many, many years, and with the unique opportunities that Brexit has given us, I believe it is an idea whose time has come. I have been calling this for many, many years and with the unique opportunities that Brexit has given us, I believe it is an idea whose time has come. [('WHEN', 'many many years'), ('WHEN', 'brexit')] [('WHEN', 'for'), ('WHEN', 'many'), ('WHEN', 'many years'), ('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('WHEN', 'time')] Give Gibraltar real influence and a voice in Westminster and send a clear message that Gibraltar is not for sale. Give Gibraltar real influence and a voice in Westminster and send a clear message that Gibraltar is not for sale. [('PLACE', 'gibraltar'), ('PLACE', 'westminster'), ('PLACE', 'gibraltar')] [('PLACE', 'gibraltar'), ('PLACE', 'westminster'), ('PLACE', 'gibraltar')] give her and our other overseas territories their own Member of Parliament. give here and our other overseas territories their own Member of Parliament. [] [('ORG', 'parliament')] In this area, we, the UK, can learn from our continental cousins, because the French give representation to their overseas territories, and I propose that we should too. In this area, we the UK can learn from our continental cousins because the French give representation to their overseas territories and I propose that we should too. [('PLACE', 'uk'), ('NORP', 'french')] [('PLACE', 'uk'), ('NORP', 'french')] This, I guarantee, would cause immense damage to the economies of the European Union and would result in putting many of your citizens out of work. It is what we call, in the UK, cutting off your nose to spite your face. This, I guarantee, would cause immense damage to the economies of the European Union and would result in putting many of your citizens out of work. It's what we call in the UK, cutting off your nose to spite your face. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'uk')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'uk')] i want to make it clear in this chamber today that the people of gibraltar are proudly british. in two thousand and two ninety nine of gibraltarians voted in a referendum against shared sovereignty with spain and the wishes of the people should be upheld. I want to make it clear in this Chamber today, the people of Gibraltar are proudly British. In 2002, 99% of Gibraltarians voted in a referendum against shared sovereignty with Spain and the wishes of the people should be upheld. [('WHEN', 'today'), ('PLACE', 'gibraltar'), ('NORP', 'british'), ('WHEN', 'two thousand and two'), ('QUANT', 'ninety nine'), ('NORP', 'gibraltarians'), ('PLACE', 'spain')] [('WHEN', 'today'), ('PLACE', 'gibraltar'), ('NORP', 'british'), ('WHEN', '2002'), ('QUANT', '99'), ('NORP', 'gibraltarians'), ('PLACE', 'spain')] First, our position, our attitude as committed pro Europeans, is very well described in Hamlet when Horatio describes the expression of the father of Hamlet a countenance more in sorrow than in anger' that will be our attitude in our negotiation. First, our position, our attitude at committed pro-Europeans is very well described in Hamlet, where Norasio describes the expression of the father of Hamlet, "accountness more in sorrow than in anger." That will be our attitude in our negotiations. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('NORP', 'europeans'), ('WHEN', 'hamlet'), ('PERSON', 'horatio'), ('PERSON', 'hamlet')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('NORP', 'europeans'), ('ORG', 'hamlet'), ('PERSON', 'norasio'), ('ORG', 'hamlet')] I will just underline four ideas that seem to me of the utmost importance on the subject. I will just underline four ideas that seem to me of the utmost importance on this subject. [('QUANT', 'four')] [('QUANT', 'four')] However, it is a step that should not be taken lightly. However, it is a step that should not be taken lightly. [] [] For me as an MEP, the effects of climate change on the rights of indigenous people are really very close to my heart, because the warming climate is the direct, or indirect, cause of many of the violations against their rights. To me as an MEP, the effects of climate change to the rights of indigenous people are very close to my heart, because warming climate is the direct or indirect cause for many of the violations against their rights. [] [] We need to understand and be aware of that. And we need to understand and be aware of that. [] [] Budget consolidation needs to be complemented by a social investment strategy that will address the social, employment and education targets of the EU 2020 Strategy. Budget consolidation needs to be complemented by a social investment strategy that will address the social, employment and education targets of the EU 2020 strategy. [] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Not only have I had no answer, but his office refused to respond to my e mails. Not only have I had no answer, but his office refused to respond to my emails. [] [] Gender diversity on boards leads to more sustainable decisions and therefore to a more resistant European economy. Gender diversity on birth leads to more sustainable decisions and therefore a more resistant European economy. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] I would, therefore, like to stress again the importance of reaching first reading agreement on an issue which is so important to European Union citizens. I would therefore like to stress again the importance of reaching first trading agreement on an issue which is so important to the European Union citizens. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] Estonia has chosen four main objectives for the next six months. Stonia has chosen four main objectives for the next six months. [('PLACE', 'estonia'), ('QUANT', 'four'), ('WHEN', 'next six months')] [('PLACE', 'stonia'), ('QUANT', 'four'), ('WHEN', 'next six months')] The logical order of these four objectives seems clear. The inclusive and sustainable Europe that Estonia wants to promote, as the fourth objective, will be closer if the first three objectives are achieved. The logical order of these four objectives seems clear. The inclusive and sustainable Europe that Stonia wants to promote as the fourth objective will be closer if the first three objectives are achieved. [('QUANT', 'four'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'estonia'), ('QUANT', 'fourth'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('QUANT', 'three')] [('QUANT', 'four'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PERSON', 'stonia'), ('QUANT', 'fourth'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('QUANT', 'three')] These three goals may certainly facilitate a more inclusive and sustainable Europe. These three goals may certainly facilitate a more inclusive and sustainable Europe. [('QUANT', 'three'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('QUANT', 'three'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] I am confident and convinced that, in the months to come, Estonia will go in the direction of denouncing any breach of fundamental rights in the European Union. I am confident and convinced that in the months to come, Stonier will go in the direction of denouncing any breach of fundamental rights in the European Union. [('WHEN', 'the months to come'), ('PLACE', 'estonia'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PERSON', 'stonier'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] I question the validity of REACH to do so, because so far we have not restricted one single substance using the REACH system. question the validity of reach to do so, because so far we haven't yet restricted one single substance using the reach system. [('LAW', 'reach'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('LAW', 'reach')] [('QUANT', 'one')] So that was my question if it is really appropriate and if it will work. So that was my question, if it's really appropriate and if it will work. [] [] Let me say that such a policy shift would be a strategic blunder. The EU should continue to do what it is doing, only do it better. Let me say that such a policy shift would be a strategic blunder. The EU should continue to do what it is doing. Only do it better. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Therefore, I would say that recent events in Russia and the presidential elections actually present a case for staying the course in terms of our policy. Therefore, I would say that recent events in Russia and the presidential elections actually present a case for staying the course in terms of our policy. [('PLACE', 'russia')] [('PLACE', 'russia')] Iran sees some of its citizens as threats. Repression happens to real people, people with family and friends. Iran sees some of its citizens as threats. Repression happens to real people, people with family and friends. [('PLACE', 'iran')] [('PLACE', 'iran')] So my question is basically what is the Commission doing to prevent the execution of these innocent people, who only dream of democracy and freedom? The question is basically what is the Commission doing to prevent execution of these innocent people, to only dream of democracy and freedom? [] [('NORP', 'democracy')] And since the Iranian options are limited, and their cash flow is limited, and their foreign currencies are limited, they might very well offer, as a quid pro quo, naval bases or air bases to Russian or Chinese military in the Middle East, and this is of course all bad news, very bad news, for anyone living in Israel, in Lebanon, in Yemen, but also in the European Union. And since the Iranian options are limited and their cash flow is limited and their foreign currencies are limited, they might very well offer, as a quid pro quo, naval bases or air bases to Russian or Chinese military in the Middle East. And this is of course all bad news, very bad news for anyone living in Israel, in Lebanon, in Yemen, but also in the European Union. [('NORP', 'iranian'), ('NORP', 'russian'), ('NORP', 'chinese'), ('PLACE', 'middle east'), ('PLACE', 'israel'), ('PLACE', 'lebanon'), ('PLACE', 'yemen'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('NORP', 'iranian'), ('NORP', 'russian'), ('NORP', 'chinese'), ('PLACE', 'middle east'), ('PLACE', 'israel'), ('PLACE', 'lebanon'), ('PLACE', 'yemen'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] As coordinator for the JCPOA, which we fully support, and also as a diplomatic success from the European Union, I would ask you in the next 11 days and beyond to do your utmost best. As a coordinator for the JCPOA, which we fully support and also as a diplomatic success from the European Union, I would ask you in the next 11 days and beyond to do your utmost best. [('LAW', 'jcpoa'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('WHEN', 'next 11 days')] [('ORG', 'jcpoa'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('WHEN', 'next 11 days')] i admit most rivals are dependent on who makes the decisions in the beginning of next year in washington but right now in the next couple of months we have an expiring weapons embargo and there is no movement from the usa to be expected which creates a daunting challenge i must say to try to restrain and limit arms sales to iran and here lies a task for europe. and i was very pleased to learn that a while ago that european efforts to restrain to limit or at least to delay arms sales to iran within the p fifty one framework I admit, most variables are dependent on who makes the decisions in the beginning of next year in Washington. But right now, in the next couple of months, we have an expiring weapons embargo, and there's no movement from the USA to be expected, which create a daunting challenge, I must say, to try to restrain and limit arms sales to Iran. And here lies a task for Europe. And I was very pleased to learn that a while ago that European efforts to restrain, [('WHEN', 'beginning of next year'), ('PLACE', 'washington'), ('PLACE', 'usa'), ('PLACE', 'iran'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'iran'), ('LAW', 'p fifty one')] [('WHEN', 'beginning of next year'), ('PLACE', 'washington'), ('WHEN', 'the'), ('WHEN', 'next couple of months'), ('PLACE', 'usa'), ('PLACE', 'iran'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('WHEN', 'a while'), ('NORP', 'european')] Any alternative means to find a solution is welcome because Beijing will sell its arms. Any alternative means to find a solution is welcome because Beijing will sell its arms. [('PLACE', 'beijing')] [('PLACE', 'beijing')] Are we still on the same page? Are we still on the same page? [] [] Are talks with Europe, with Beijing and Moscow ongoing? Can you assure me that we are doing everything that we can to restrain? our talks with Europe, with Beijing and Moscow ongoing. Can you assure me that we are doing everything that we can to restrain? [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'beijing'), ('PLACE', 'moscow')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'beijing'), ('PLACE', 'moscow')] The Iranian Foreign Minister has welcomed it, and 11 days from now, like the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has said, a new phase in military cooperation between Iran and the world will commence. the Iranian Foreign Minister has welcomed it. And 11 days from now, like the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has said, a new phase in military cooperation between Iran and the world will commence. [('NORP', 'iranian'), ('WHEN', '11 days from now'), ('ORG', 'islamic revolutionary guard corps'), ('PLACE', 'iran')] [('NORP', 'iranian'), ('WHEN', 'and'), ('WHEN', '11 days from'), ('ORG', 'islamic'), ('WHEN', 'guard'), ('WHEN', 'corps'), ('ORG', 'iran')] Debates, however, seem to be concentrating on whoever gets the ticket in the White House. Debates, however, seem to be concentrating on whoever gets the ticket in the White House. [('ORG', 'white house')] [('WHEN', 'white')] Is there still hope to limit arms sales? still hope to limit arms sales. [] [] There is no way other than a peaceful solution out of this long ongoing conflict. International peace needs to be an international endeavour. no way than a peaceful solution out of this long ongoing conflict. International peace needs to be an international end over. [] [] It is therefore absolutely unacceptable that countries such as Turkey, for example, contribute with mercenaries, among other things, to worsen the situation even more. The EU is a region built on the idea that dialogue is the only way forward for long lasting peace. It is our duty at the same time to take leadership for those ideas in our neighbouring countries. It is therefore absolutely unacceptable that the countries as Turkey, for example, contributes with mercenaries, among other things, to worsen the situation even more. EU is a region built on the idea that dialogue is the only way forward for long-lasting peace. It is our duty at the same time to take leadership for those ideas in our neighboring countries. [('PLACE', 'turkey'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'turkey'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] I am glad that the international community is ready to assist and the EU needs to support the ongoing process in the OSCE. I'm glad that the international community is ready to assist any who needs to support the ongoing process in OSCE. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'osce')] [('ORG', 'osce')] That is what we have to improve and I really appreciate that you are taking this on your agenda and I would really see that Member States are supporting you in making better use of these systems. That's what we have to improve. And I really appreciate that you are taking this on your agenda. And I would really see that Member States are supporting you in making better use of these systems. [] [] So, yes, in the beginning of this huge transition we will still need fossil fuels and, therefore, EU policies should support carbon capture, enable government support schemes for blue hydrogen, and I expect the Commission to move forward in this direction in its energy summer package. So yes, in the beginning of this use transition, we will still need fossil fuels. And therefore, EU policies should support carbon capture, enable government support schemes for blue hydrogen, and I expect the Commission to move forward in this direction in its energy summer package. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] No, our biggest problem is that the perfect is becoming the enemy of the good. Our biggest problem is that the perfect is becoming the enemy of the good. [] [] in infrastructure, in the scale up of electrolysers, but also in carbon capture utilisation and storage, because we need to be realistic. infrastructure, in the scale-up of electrolysis, but also in carbon capture, utilization and storage, because we need to be realistic. [] [] Well, altogether that is not a sustainable posture. Well, altogether, that is not a sustainable posture. [] [] But luckily there's one technology we all agree on that has the potential to decarbonise at least our heavy industries and transport hydrogen. Luckily, there's one technology we all agree on that has the potential to decarbonise at least our heavy industries in transport, hydrogen. [('QUANT', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'one')] We have 30 years to reshape our entire energy system and we can do it, and we will fail if we demand to be perfect, but we will definitely succeed by doing it as good as we can. We have 30 years to reshape our entire energy system and we can do it and we will fail if we demand to be perfect but we will definitely succeed by doing it as good as we can. [('WHEN', '30 years')] [('WHEN', 'we'), ('WHEN', '30 years')] And just look at the political debates no nuclear energy please, no carbon capture that entails fossil fuels, no biomass, no gas in a transition, no windmills in my backyard and no solar panels on agricultural grounds please. And just look at the political debates. No nuclear energy, please. No carbon capture that entails fossil fuels, no biomass, no gas in the transition, no windmills in my backyard, and no solar panels on agricultural grounds, please. [] [] How can we possibly be serious in reaching our climate goals without technologies like carbon capture, biomass or nuclear? How can we possibly be serious in reaching our climate goals without technologies like carbon capture, biomass or nuclear? [] [] It might not be a silver bullet but we all agree this energy carrier has enormous potential and our aim is clear to create a new, clean produced, green hydrogen market and a long—term certainty for all parties involved, and that requires massive investments It might not be a silver bullet but we all agree this energy carrier has enormous potential and our aim is clear to create a new clean produced green hydrogen markets and a long term certainty for all parties involved and that requires massive investments. [] [] If we want to pave the way for clean hydrogen we will initially need to invest in transitional technologies and these might not be perfect but they are good. If we want to pave the way for clean hydrogen, we initially will need to invest in transitional technologies. And these might not be perfect, but they are good. [] [] Welcoming criminals into our European Union with open arms, just because those criminals are rich, is totally outrageous and means forfeiting that trust because, regardless of what the Cypriot, Maltese, Bulgarian or any other government thinks, access welcoming criminals into our European Union with open arms just because those criminals are rich, is totally outrageous, and means forfeiting that trust. Because regardless of what the Cypriot, Maltese, Bulgarian, or any other government thinks, the access [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('NORP', 'cypriot'), ('NORP', 'maltese'), ('NORP', 'bulgarian')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('NORP', 'cypriot'), ('NORP', 'maltese'), ('NORP', 'bulgarian')] to one EU country's passport also means access to the whole EU, with all the benefits that it takes years for normal people to enjoy, even though they might have been exemplary inhabitants. Two, one EU country passport also means the access to the whole EU with all the benefits that takes years for normal people to enjoy even though they might have been exemplary habitants. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', 'years')] [('QUANT', 'two'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', 'years')] This is not having sincere cooperation, nor is it upholding the integrity of what EU citizenship should mean. Convicted oligarchs and corrupt businessmen have nothing to do here in the EU. This is not having a sincere cooperation, nor is it upholding the integrity of what an EU citizenship should mean. Convicted oligarchs and corrupt businessmen have nothing to do here in the EU. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] My second question is also why doesn't it include all the countries who have this kind of system in place, referring to the infringement process, of course. And the second is also, why doesn't it include all the countries who have this kind of system in place? Referring to the infringement process, of course. [('QUANT', 'second')] [('QUANT', 'second')] In this respect, we welcome all efforts to maintain common safety standards, to put in place vigorous protection measures, strict controls and training in safety procedures, as well as to enforce regular risk assessments and preventive measures by employers. In this respect, we welcome all efforts to maintain common safety standards to put in place vigorous protection measures, strict controls and training in safety procedures, as well as for enforcing regular risk assessment and preventing measures by employers. [] [] We should not be hypercritical, clinging formally to the letter of the Treaty and taking it as an excuse to look away from the real situation. I think we should not be hypocritical, clinging formally to the letter of the treaty and taking it as an excuse to look aside from the real situation. [] [] They hinder the delivery of tangible benefits for our citizens and pose problems for those wishing to live, work or do business across borders. It is time to put people at the heart of EU policy making by identifying problematic areas, dismantling barriers to citizens and improving implementation in ways which result in concrete benefits in the daily lives of our citizens. and hindering delivery of tangible benefits for our citizens and posing problems for those wishing to live, work or do business across borders. It is time to put people at the heart of EU policymaking by identifying problematic areas, dismantling citizens' barriers and improving implementation in ways which result in concrete benefits in the daily lives of our citizens. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] They are harming competition, they are creating unfair ways of increasing inequality. They are harming competition. They are creating unfair way increasing inequality. [] [] Maybe most of them are actually legal but they matter, not only because in the view of many people they are immoral they matter because they are harming our society. Maybe most of them are actually legal, but they matter, not only because in views of many people they are immoral, they matter because they are harming our society. [] [] We can not only lead by example, but more decisively use soft and hard powers to persuade the others that are making the game unfair. We can not only lead by example, but more decisively use soft and hard powers to pursue the others that are making the game unfair. [] [] And in some cases, do not be afraid to go for harmonisation. And in some cases, don't be afraid to go for harmonization. [] [] This is the moment where I have to turn to the Finance Ministers, because they have the power. And this is the moment where I have to turn to finance ministers, because they have the power. [] [] much to be worried about persecution of opposition and journalists and therefore I think the EU has to stand up first for European values and condition enhanced cooperation on convincing progress in the field of human rights. much to be worried about, persecution of opposition and journalists, and therefore I think the EU has to stand up, first of all, for the European values and condition enhanced cooperation on convincing progress in the field of human rights. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('NORP', 'european')] That is evident from the recently leaked cables, with one participant stating that it was impressive to see how some Member States presented themselves outwardly as proponents of tax reform and, at the same time to watch, in the Code of Conduct Group, how they actually behave in EU discussions protected by confidentiality. That's evident from the recently leaked cables with one participant stating it's impressive to see how some member states present themselves outwardly as proponents of tax reforms and at the same time to watch in the code of conduct group how they actually behave in EU discussions protected by confidentiality. [('ORG', 'code of conduct group'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] I actually listen to my constituents and I know they are furious about tax dodging by both businesses and individuals. I actually listen to my constituents and I know they're furious about tax dodging, both businesses and individuals. [] [] As I said, there is no room for complacency and many things have to be done. As I said, there is no room for complacency and many things have to be done. [] [] Ahead of the meeting, as we know, some EU leaders voiced concerns about external destabilising influences on the region, and these have been mentioned again tonight. Ahead of the meeting, as we know, some EU leaders voiced concerns about external destabilising influences on the region, and these have been mentioned again tonight. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', 'tonight')] [('WHEN', 'tonight')] I believe our response has to be ever more visible and strong engagement in the region to support those forces that fight for human rights and the rule of law. I believe our response has to be ever more visible and strong engagement in the region to support those forces that fight for human rights and the rule of law. [] [] The EU is a peace project, a project that aims to end frequent and bloody wars between neighbours, horrible experiences that the Western Balkans know only too well. The EU is a peace project, a project that aims to end frequent and bloody wars between neighbours, horrible experiences that the Western Balkans know only too well. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'western balkans')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'western balkans')] The prospect of European integration for Montenegro and the Western Balkans is therefore essential for peace in the region and across Europe. The prospect of European integration from Montenegro and the western Balkans is therefore essential for peace in the region and across Europe. [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'montenegro'), ('PLACE', 'western balkans'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'montenegro'), ('PLACE', 'western balkans'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] As the Commissioner noted, Montenegro continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to EU integration. As the Commissioner noted, Montenegro continues to demonstrate a strong commitment to EU integration. [('PLACE', 'montenegro'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'montenegro'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] Its steady progress in opening chapters is not only bringing it closer to EU accession, but, as many others have said, is also providing a positive example for other countries in the region. Its steady progress in opening chapters isn't only bringing it closer to EU accession but, as many others have said, is also providing a positive example for other countries in the region. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'region')] My group tabled a number of amendments to the report, specifically focused on enhancing human rights. My group tabled a number of amendments to the report specifically focused on enhancing human rights. [] [] I am pleased that many of these are reflected in the report, covering topics from ensuring media freedom to improving working conditions for civil society, to better arrangements for victims of gender based violence, to eliminating obstacles to health care, education, housing and employment for Roma people. I'm pleased that many of these are reflected in the report, covering topics from ensuring media freedom, to improving working conditions for civil society, to better arrangements for victims of gender-based violence, to eliminating obstacles to healthcare, education, housing and employment for Roma people. [('NORP', 'roma')] [('NORP', 'roma')] I am referring to that because we are at a crossroads. And I'm referring to that because we are at the crossroads. [] [] I think the fast track the Commission and Parliament are now attributing is an achievement because its bottom up. I think the fast track the Commission and the Parliament is now attributing is an achievement because it's bottom up if [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'the'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] A second issue which is important and also an achievement for Parliament is that we are reflecting on the fact that we are living in an ever changing innovation environment. It's new, it's fast, it's ambitious, it's driven by VC capital and it's competitive. A second issue which is important and also an achievement for the parliament is we are reflecting that we are living in an ever-changing innovation environment. It's new, it's fast, it's ambitious, it's driven by VC capital and it's competitive. [('QUANT', 'second'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] [('QUANT', 'a'), ('QUANT', 'second')] But we failed. but we failed. [] [] We want to tackle children's cancer. tackle children's cancer. [] [] For the first time, we don't fight the fight between CO2 reduction and competitiveness, we just focus on energy production. What we are going to say is yes, it's not a contradiction both to do CO2 reduction and to be competitive, but we have to do something about that and that is to focus on manufacturing. We want to have CO2 free steel plants. that we, for the first time, don't fight the fight between CO2 reduction and competitiveness, that we just focus on energy production. What we're going to do is, yes, it's not a contradiction to do CO2 reduction and to be competitive, but we have to do something about that, and that is the focus on manufacturing. We want to have CO2-free steel plans. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] We are leading but we have to do something about that leadership and we want to have a quantum computer 10 years from now. leading but we have to do something about that leadership and we want to do want to have a quantum computer in 10 years from now. [('WHEN', '10 years from now')] [('WHEN', '10 years from')] It's not for soapbox speeches, it's not for the sake of academic life it is about the substance of the well being of this continent. It's not for Sunday speeches. It's not for the sake of the academic life. It is about the substance of the well-being of that continent. [] [('WHEN', 'sunday')] The reason for the well being of this continent relates, starting in the 18th century, to its ability to innovate. The reason why of the well-being of that continent relates, starting in the 18th century, on its ability to innovate. [('WHEN', '18th century')] [('WHEN', '18th century')] This is the continent which is open to the world This is the component which is open to the world. [] [] We don't want to have an America First' like the United States. We don't want to have the America first like the United States. [('PLACE', 'america'), ('PLACE', 'united states')] [('PLACE', 'america'), ('PLACE', 'united states')] Are we fast enough in the international context?' fast enough in the international context. [] [] The historic legacy of the Enlightenment is very much related to that. The historic legacy of enlightenment is very much related to that. [] [] we are not naive, but we want to ask the world to work together with us. naive, but we want to ask the world to work together with us. [] [] It's a game changer that we have more of a bottom up approach. game-changer that we have more of a bottom-up approach. [] [] We want to have more ambition but we want to align CO2 reduction and competition. We want to have more of an ambition, but we want to align CO2 reduction and competition. [] [] I think what's important to understand is that this is not just another programme, that it is one of the biggest contributions to the European economy, but also to the well being of European citizens. I think what's important to understand is that this is not yet another program that's one of the biggest contribution to the European economy, but also to the well-being of the European citizens. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'european')] I think what we are going to achieve with that programme is, first of all, going back and tackling the big challenges which are related to the ordinary life of citizens. And I think what we are going to achieve with that program is, first of all, we're going big. We're tackling the big challenges which are related to the ordinary life of citizens. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] In terms of technology, we want to have a quantum computer. in terms of technology, we want to have a quantum computer. [] [] If you're a researcher, if you're an innovator, if you're smart, if you're innovative, you can go to the Commission and say in the framework of what has been decided in the programme, do we get funding? If you're a researcher, if you're an innovator, if you're smart, if you're innovative, you go to the commission and you could say in the framework of what had been decided in the program, do we get funded? [] [] We owe to the labour of our working population in Europe, but the basis of our well being is innovation. I mean, we owe to the labor of our working population in Europe, but the basis of our well-being is innovation. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] by the DPRK on a south Korean island. by the DPRK on a South Korean island. [('PLACE', 'dprk'), ('NORP', 'south korean')] [('ORG', 'dprk'), ('NORP', 'south korean')] We also expect China to clearly condemn this act. We also expect China to clearly condemn this act. [('PLACE', 'china')] [] There have been severe casualties among the South Korean military and especially among the civilian population of that island. There have been severe casualties among the South Korean military and especially under the civilian population of that island. [('NORP', 'south korean')] [('PLACE', 'south korean')] We welcome that Baroness Ashton, the High Representative, has acted in a concerned manner with other international actors, our allies and our strategic partner, the Republic of Korea, in condemning this clear violation of the UN Korean Armistice Agreement. We welcome that Baroness Ashton, the high representative, is acting in a concerned manner with other international actors, our allies, and our strategic partner, the Republic of Korea, in condemning this clear violation of the UN-Korean Amistice Agreement. [('PERSON', 'ashton'), ('PLACE', 'republic of korea'), ('ORG', 'un'), ('LAW', 'korean armistice agreement')] [('PERSON', 'baroness'), ('PERSON', 'ashton'), ('PLACE', 'republic of korea'), ('LAW', 'un'), ('NORP', 'korean'), ('LAW', 'amistice agreement')] We call upon the DPRK to avoid any further escalation and to undertake all necessary efforts to maintain peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula. We call upon the DPRK to avoid any further escalation and to undertake all necessary efforts to maintain peace and stability on the Korean Peninsula. [('PLACE', 'dprk'), ('PLACE', 'korean peninsula')] [('ORG', 'dprk'), ('PLACE', 'korean'), ('WHEN', 'peninsula')] Such prevention presupposes major commitment as well as sustained and concerted efforts by the Commission, by the national governments of countries experiencing such phenomena, by civil society, international agencies and other stakeholders. Such prevention presupposes major commitment as well as sustained and consistent efforts by the Commission, by national governments of countries, experiences such phenomenon by the civil society, international agencies and other stakeholders. [] [] and stereotypes against women, preventing them from fully enjoying equal treatment in employment and educational opportunities in many countries. stereotypes against women, preventing them to fully enjoy equal treatment in employment and educational opportunities in many countries. [] [] This is a rising but under reported problem in several countries. This is a rising but under-reported problem in several countries. [] [] You know what I am talking about. what I'm talking about. [] [] But even worse than those billions is the frustration and anger when a tourist, an artist and we love them, we proved this today a company proprietor or a worker, a student, a patient or a doctor cannot find that necessary information, such as a form to fill out when he or she encounters problems when delivering documents online. This portal will help to solve those problems. I find it especially important today, when some politicians call Europe an imaginary community, But even worse than those billions is frustration and anger when a tourist and artist and we love them, we proved this today. A company proprietor or a worker, a student, a patient or a doctor cannot find those necessary information, a form to fill out when he or she encounters problems when delivering documents online. This portal will help solving those problems. And I find it especially important today. [('QUANT', 'billions'), ('WHEN', 'today'), ('WHEN', 'today'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('QUANT', 'billions')] We would all like to see jobs back in Europe. We would all like to see jobs back in Europe. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] We had a very good discussion on youth unemployment prior to this discussion. I really think that we have an obligation to look into all possibilities for supporting growth and job creation. We just had a very good discussion on youth unemployment earlier to this discussion. And I really think that we have an obligation to look into all possibilities of supporting growth and job creation. [] [] In this perspective one perhaps minor, but important, thing could be employee financial participation EFP And in this perspective, one might be minor, but important thing could be employee financial participation, EFP. [('QUANT', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'one')] EFP can strengthen small and medium sized enterprises, offering mechanisms for innovative financing, as workers may wish to invest in shares in the company by which they are employed. EFP can strengthen small and medium-sized enterprises, offering mechanisms for innovative financing, as workers may wish to invest in shares in their own company by which they are employed. [] [('ORG', 'efp')] Despite these possible benefits, the focus on EFP varies from Member State to Member State. Despite these possible benefits, the focus on EFP varies from member state to member state. [] [] This is the reason why I am participating in this very important debate today, because when it comes to employee share ownership and employee financial participation, the Commission and Parliament as was mentioned by my colleague from the EPP Group earlier on have been doing a lot of talking. And this is the reason for me to participate in this very important debate today. Because when it comes to employee share ownership and employee financial participation, the Commission and the Parliament, as was mentioned by my colleague from EPP earlier on, has been talking a lot. [('WHEN', 'today'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('ORG', 'epp group')] [('WHEN', 'today'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('ORG', 'epp')] We have done studies and have collected information, data and knowledge. We have done studies and we have collected information, data and knowledge. [] [] Now I think it is time to act. Now I think it's time to act. [] [] I would like to ask the Commissioner a very simple question. And I would like to ask the commissioner a very simple question. [] [] Are you planning to put forward a proposal for an action plan on this issue? Are you planning to put forward a proposal for an action plan on this issue? [] [] We have adopted an opinion on employee financial participation, we have made several studies, we have adopted a resolution, we have completed a pilot project and so on. We have adopted an opinion on employee financial participation. We have made several studies. We have adopted a resolution. We have completed a pilot project and so on and so forth. [] [] I am sure that this was a mistake and I hope you will fix that. I'm sure that this was a mistake and I hope you will fix that. [] [] In Poland, the Catching Up' region initiative has helped, for example, to improve the conditions for starting a business, the management of financial instruments, or special planning practices. In Poland, the catching up region initiative has helped, for example, to improve the condition for starting the business, the management of financial instruments, or special planning practices. [('PLACE', 'poland')] [('PLACE', 'poland')] I understand very well that some of you may think that we are demanding too much but, on the other hand, we all know that challenges in the quality of governance hinder the performance of public investments. I understand very well that some of you may think that we are demanding too much, but on the other hand, we all know that challenges in the quality of governance hinders the performance of public investments. [] [] I very much welcome the main finding of these reports. So I very much welcome the main finding of these reports. [] [] Instead of reinstating border checks and undermining one of the EU's fundamental freedoms, we need closer coordination among our security and law enforcement agencies. Instead of gathering ever greater amounts of data and undermining civil liberties, we need more effective, intelligence sharing to connect the dots from the information we already collect. Instead of reinstating border checks and undermining one of the EU's fundamental freedoms, we need closer coordination among our security and law enforcement agencies. Instead of gathering ever greater amounts of data and undermine civil liberties, we need more effective, intelligent share link to connect the dots from the information we already collect. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'civil')] This is the way in which this Polish authority, this Polish Government, this Polish majority, acts. This is the way in which this Polish authority, this Polish government, this Polish majority acts. [('NORP', 'polish'), ('NORP', 'polish'), ('NORP', 'polish')] [('NORP', 'polish'), ('NORP', 'polish'), ('NORP', 'polish')] Sophia in t Veld was totally right when she explained that. It is apodictic it is absolute And Sophie Inertfeld was totally right when she explained that. It's apodictic, it's absolute. [('PERSON', 'sophia in t veld')] [('PERSON', 'sophie inertfeld')] we are all wrong We are all wrong. [] [] we have no idea what is happening there We have no idea what's happening there. [] [] we get it all wrong and they are all right. We get it all wrong, and they are all right. [] [] The problem in Poland is that they are trying to change the state and to model it so that generations to come will have no chance to change it back for the better. The problem in Poland is that they are trying to change the state and to model it so that generations to come will have no chance to change it back for the better. [('PLACE', 'poland')] [('PLACE', 'poland')] That is the thing that we have to be concerned about, because there are millions and millions of Poles probably half of them, more than half of them that would still make up a pretty big Member State who want a future in Europe And that is the thing that we have to be concerned about, because there are the millions and millions of Poles, probably half of them, more than half of them, that would still make up a pretty big member state. Who wants a future in Europe? [('QUANT', 'millions and millions'), ('NORP', 'poles'), ('QUANT', 'half'), ('QUANT', 'half'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('QUANT', 'millions and millions'), ('QUANT', 'half'), ('QUANT', 'half'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] who want a democratic future Who wants a democratic future? [] [] Those Poles we are standing up for, because they have chosen to be part of the European society, and that is why we care. Those polls we are standing up for because they have chosen to be part of European society and that is why we care. [('NORP', 'poles'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] send their children to a special so called European School which is completely isolated from the rest of the world? They send their children to special so-called European school, which is completely isolated from the rest of the world. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] Our message is Discover your talent!'. Our message is discover your talent. [] [] At that time, we were focused on the whole business of the modernisation of competition policy, the significant amount of work taken forward by former Commissioner, Mario Monti, and by the current Commissioner, Neelie Kroes, and on looking at the impact of that in terms of the Commission's ability to deal with the abuse of market power and to deal more effectively with mergers and state aid. At that time, we were focused upon the whole business of the modernization of competition policy. The significant amount of work taken forward by former Commissioner Mario Monti and by the current Commissioner Neely Cruz, and looking at the impact of that in terms of the Commission's ability to deal with the abuse of market power, to deal more effectively with mergers and state aid, [('PERSON', 'mario monti'), ('PERSON', 'neelie kroes')] [('PERSON', 'mario monti'), ('PERSON', 'neely cruz')] We have seen record activity on the part of the Commission in terms of dealing with hardcore cartels, we have seen the development of the leniency system, we have seen record fines put into operation by the Commission and we have seen record activity in terms of mergers and state aid notifications as well. We've seen record activity on the part of the Commission in terms of dealing with hardcore cartels. We've seen the development of the leniency system. We've seen record fines put into operation by the Commission. And we've seen record activity in terms of mergers and state aid notifications as well. [] [] However, I mention the change of context because, of course, we all recognise that since the reports were published by the Commission, the Commission's work in terms of state aid particularly has really taken on a rather different dimension. But I mentioned the change of context because, of course, we all recognize that since the reports were published by the Commission, the Commission's work in terms of State aid particularly has really taken on a rather different dimension. [] [] It is very important and our report says so that, in addressing those matters, we recognise some of the challenges that there are for an effective, open market. is being undertaken. And it's very important, and our report says so, that in addressing those matters, we recognize some of the challenges that there are for an effective open market. [] [] The banking sector in the United Kingdom at the moment is one very clear area where there will have to be, when economic circumstances become a little calmer, a general review of the new architecture that we have got and of whether that architecture really is compatible with the operation of a free, fair and open market. looking at the banking sector in the United Kingdom at the moment, is one very, very clear area where there will have to be, when economic circumstances become a little calmer, a general review of the new architecture that we have got, and whether that architecture really is compatible with the operation of a free, fair and open market. [('PLACE', 'united kingdom'), ('QUANT', 'one')] [('PLACE', 'united kingdom')] Mr President, the European Commission produces its annual competition report and it is traditional for the European Parliament to cast its eye over the report and to produce an own initiative reaction to it. Thank you, Mr. President. The European Commission produces its annual competition report, and it is traditional for the European Parliament to cast its eye over the report and to produce an own initiative reaction to it. [('ORG', 'european commission'), ('ORG', 'european parliament')] [('ORG', 'european commission'), ('ORG', 'european parliament')] That is something, similarly, that our committee and Parliament have been supportive of. and that's something similarly that our Committee and the Parliament has been supportive of. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'committee'), ('ORG', 'the'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] In this case, because of timing factors, the reports for 2006 and 2007 have been brought together but taking up one of the points mentioned by Commissioner Barrot a little earlier it is the case that the context of our consideration of these reports has changed rather markedly, since we in fact began the exercise of considering the report some time ago. In this case, because of timing factors, the reports for 2006 and 2007 have been brought together. But taking up one of the points mentioned by Commissioner Barrow a little bit earlier, it is the case that the context of our consideration of these reports has changed rather markedly, since in fact we began the exercise of considering the report some time ago. [('WHEN', '2006'), ('WHEN', '2007'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('PERSON', 'barrot')] [('WHEN', '2006'), ('WHEN', '2007'), ('PERSON', 'barrow')] Our committee has drawn attention to two specific concerns what we regard as being the unequal relationship between producers and retailers, particularly in relation to food retailing. Our committee has drawn attention to two specific concerns, what we regard as being the unequal relationship between producers and retailers, particularly in relation to food retailing. [('QUANT', 'two')] [('QUANT', 'two')] It is very important that, when the Commission gives its approval, it is giving that approval in ways which are compatible with the Treaty and do not create such significant market power in future that it becomes a scenario for abuse in its own right. It's very important that when the Commission gives its approval, it's giving that approval in ways which are compatible with the treaty, and do not create such significant market power in future that that becomes a scenario for abuse in its own right. [] [] Almost on a daily basis, the Commission is now looking at the effect of the bail outs that are taking place in the context of the current financial turmoil. Almost on a daily basis, the Commission is now looking at the effect of the bailouts that are taking place in the context of the great financial turmoil. [] [] By and large, that has been a very good story in these reports and this is very clear from the reaction that we have from Parliament's own report. And by and large, that's been a very good story in these reports, and that's very clear from the reaction that we have from Parliament's own report. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'parliament')] This is a process that is gathering pace in terms of modernisation because the Commission is currently bringing forward proposals, in a White Paper, on introducing private damages. And this is a process that is gathering pace in terms of modernization because the Commission is currently bringing forward proposals in a white paper on introducing private damages [] [] For me as an MEP, the effects of climate change on the rights of indigenous people are really very close to my heart, because the warming climate is the direct, or indirect, cause of many of the violations against their rights. To me as an MEP, the effects of climate change to the rights of indigenous people are very close to my heart, because warming climate is the direct or indirect cause for many of the violations against their rights. [] [] We need to understand and be aware of that. And we need to understand and be aware of that. [] [] Our chief incentive during negotiations has to be the implementation of the commitments made by Japan to eliminate non tariff barriers in various sectors, particularly the automotive sector. incentive during negotiations has to lie in the implementation of the commitments taken by Japan to eliminate non-tariff barriers in various sectors, particularly in the automotive sector. [('PLACE', 'japan')] [('PLACE', 'japan')] Now is not the time to say let's wait a few more months' or we need more concessions' now is the time to launch negotiations with Japan. Now is not the time to say let's wait a few more months or we need more concessions. Now is the time to launch negotiations with Japan. [('WHEN', 'few more months'), ('PLACE', 'japan')] [('WHEN', 'a few more months'), ('PLACE', 'japan')] We cannot accept that our two way trade with the world's third largest national economy amounts to only a quarter of our trade with the US or China. We cannot accept that our two-way trade with the world's third largest national economy is only a quarter of our trade with the USA or China. [('QUANT', 'two'), ('QUANT', 'third'), ('QUANT', 'a quarter'), ('PLACE', 'us'), ('PLACE', 'china')] [('QUANT', 'two'), ('QUANT', 'world'), ('QUANT', 'third'), ('QUANT', 'a quarter'), ('PLACE', 'the'), ('PLACE', 'usa'), ('PLACE', 'china')] To ensure this I included a provision that if Japan has not delivered on its NTB commitments and has not demonstrated sufficient ambition in meeting the EU's priority demands, the Commission should stop negotiations, after consultations with the European Parliament and the Council. To ensure this, I included a provision that if Japan has not delivered it on its NTB commitments and has not demonstrated sufficient ambition in meeting the EU's priority demands, the Commission should stop negotiations after consultations with the European Parliament and the Council. [('PLACE', 'japan'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('PLACE', 'japan'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'the'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('ORG', 'council')] The Commission has estimated that nearly two thirds of such gains under the EU's trade policy would come from potential agreements with the US and Japan. The Commission has estimated that nearly two-thirds of these gains of the EU-straight policy would come from potential agreements with the USA and Japan. [('QUANT', 'two thirds'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'us'), ('PLACE', 'japan')] [('QUANT', 'two thirds'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'usa'), ('PLACE', 'japan')] Yes, two days ago, something happened one port and Sanaa Airport were reopened, but it is far from being enough. Yes, two days ago, something happened. One port and the Sana'a airport were reopened, but it's far from being enough. [('WHEN', 'two days ago'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('WHEN', 'sanaa'), ('WHEN', 'airport')] [('WHEN', 'two days ago'), ('ORG', 'sana a')] We have to put productive things on the table. We have to put productive things on the table. [] [] You know that. I think you struggle and that you do everything you can, but you also have to admit that sometimes some countries are blocking. and I think you struggle and I think you do everything you can. But you also have to admit that sometimes some countries are blocking. [] [] Poland is now going to be President so we need to put maximum pressure on Poland to live up to that responsibility. Poland are now going to be president, so we need to put maximum pressure on Poland to live up to that responsibility. [('PLACE', 'poland'), ('PLACE', 'poland')] [('PLACE', 'poland'), ('PLACE', 'poland')] This is why we cannot wait until 2020. This is why it is all very well that we will get a legally binding agreement in 2015, but the COP process needs to create other results long before that. This is why we cannot wait till 2020. This is why it's all very well that we will get a legally binding agreement in 2015, but the COP process needs to create other results long before that. [('WHEN', '2020'), ('WHEN', '2015'), ('ORG', 'cop')] [('WHEN', '2020'), ('WHEN', '2015')] This will only happen if the EU shows direction and, to be honest, we have not done that for a few years. This will only happen if the EU shows direction. And to be honest, we haven't done that for a few years. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', 'a few years')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', 'for a few years')] Can I ask you one question, Commissioner? And can I ask you one question, Commissioner? [] [('QUANT', 'one')] Why is it that one country can block progress for the European Union? Why is it that one country can block progress for the European Union? [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] This will only happen if the EU leads. This will only happen if the EU leads. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Normally we are very polite and do not mention them, but today I would like to mention Poland unfortunately because Poland has been blocking. Normally, we're very polite and don't mention them, but today I'd like to mention Poland, unfortunately, because Poland has been blocking. [('WHEN', 'today'), ('PLACE', 'poland'), ('PLACE', 'poland')] [('PLACE', 'poland'), ('PLACE', 'poland')] I value your work, Commissioner. I value your work, Commissioner. [] [] It will seriously help us speed up the pace of negotiations and give the global climate agreement a chance. It will seriously help us speed up the pace of negotiations and give the global climate agreement a chance. [] [] which is very much in line with the Commission's own policy and strategy. which is very much in line with the Commission's own policy and strategy. [] [] Madam President, the Commission has recently provided help to the Hungarian Government in order to manage the flows of migrants entering the country. Thank you, Chair. The European Commission has recently provided help to the Hungarian government in order to manage the flows of migrants entering the country. [('NORP', 'hungarian')] [('ORG', 'european commission'), ('NORP', 'hungarian')] it should at least make sure that the gates are not closed to people who do not have badges. It should at least make sure that the gates are not closed to people that are not having badges. [] [] That's called investment? That's called investment? [] [] In Hungary, I suppose that in the good old days, when they were still running newspaper ads in order to sell their passports, the money had to be transferred into an offshore account that apparently belonged to the Government. In Hungary, I suppose that in the good old days when they were still running newspaper ads in order to sell their passports, that the money had to be transferred into an offshore account that apparently belonged to the government of Hungary. [('PLACE', 'hungary')] [('PLACE', 'hungary'), ('WHEN', 'good'), ('PLACE', 'hungary')] There is no passport and no citizenship by investment. There is no passport and no citizenship by investment. [] [] There is citizenship by identification, integration, merit, and belief in what we stand for as nations and as the European Union. There is citizenship by identification, integration, merit, belief in what we stand for as nations and as European Union. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] Madam Commissioner, I know that the Commission has limited means of action in this regard, but please condemn the practice, as clearly and as unequivocally as this House does, because only then are we going to get the more reluctant Member States to realise that what they are doing is wrong. and Madam Commissioner, I know that the Commission has limited means of action in this. But condemn the practice, please, as clearly and as unequivocally as this House does, because only then are we going to get the more reluctant member states to realize that what they do is wrong. [] [] Unfortunately, even the changes introduced by committee do not go far enough in improving the proposal. And unfortunately, even the changes introduced by committee don't go far enough in improving the proposal. [] [] i am baffled at the notion of extending the term of copyright whether it is to seventy years or ninety five years and i am baffled by it not just because it is dubious and almost out of step with the digital age but also because quite clearly a move like that will primarily I'm baffled at the notion of extending the term of copyright, whether it's to 70 years or 95 years. And I'm baffled by it not just because it's dubious and almost out of step with the digital age, but also because quite clearly a move like that will primarily [('WHEN', 'seventy years'), ('WHEN', 'ninety five years')] [('WHEN', '70 years'), ('QUANT', '95')] I believe, notwithstanding all of the hard work and goodwill, that MEPs should reject this proposal. So I believe, notwithstanding all of the hard work and goodwill, that MEPs should reject this proposal. [] [] It is a proposal which, I believe, will ultimately reward those artists that are already successful, and indeed reward the industry. And it's a proposal which I believe will ultimately reward those artists that are already successful and indeed reward the industry. [] [] I think the Commission needs to go back to the drawing board and come up with the right proposal, one that is not just about supporting performers and artists, but that in real and practical terms will deliver precisely that. I think the Commission needs to go back to the drawing board and come up with the right proposal, one that is not just about supporting performers and artists, but that in real and practical terms will deliver precisely that. [] [('QUANT', 'one')] for all Iraqi citizens in general, and the Turkmen in particular, because they have been numerously targeted on a large scale. for all Iraqi citizens in general and the Turkmen in particular, because they have been numerously targeted on a larger scale. [('NORP', 'iraqi'), ('NORP', 'turkmen')] [('NORP', 'iraqi'), ('NORP', 'the'), ('NORP', 'turkmen')] this attack claimed the lives of a further forty two ethnic turkmen and wounded another. This attack claimed the life of a further 42 ethnic Turkmen and wanted another one [('QUANT', 'forty two'), ('NORP', 'turkmen')] [('QUANT', '42'), ('NORP', 'turkmen'), ('QUANT', 'one')] Therefore, the EU should work closely with the Iraqi Government and use all the tools at its disposal to encourage the Iraqi Government to provide adequate protection to the Turkmen and other minorities. Therefore, the EU should work closely with the Iraqi government and use all the tools at its disposal to encourage the Iraqi government to provide adequate protection to the Turkmen and other minorities. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'iraqi'), ('NORP', 'iraqi'), ('NORP', 'turkmen')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'iraqi'), ('NORP', 'iraqi'), ('NORP', 'turkmen')] This resolution is not just for the Turkmen, it is for all the minority communities of Iraq who long for peace and security. This resolution is not just for the Turkmen too. It is for all the minority communities of Iraq who long for peace and security. [('NORP', 'turkmen'), ('PLACE', 'iraq')] [('NORP', 'turkmen'), ('PLACE', 'iraq')] 117. Despite the findings of Iraq's own High Commission for Human Rights, which acknowledges that the Turkmen have been subjected to terrorism, bombings, kidnappings and assassination, neither the Federal Government of Iraq nor the Kurdish regional government have done enough to provide security and protection Despite the findings of Iraqi's own High Commission for Human Rights, which acknowledge that Turkmen have been subjected to terrorism, bombings, kidnappings and assassination, neither the federal government of Iraq nor the Kurdish regional government have done enough to provide security and protection [('QUANT', '117'), ('PLACE', 'iraq'), ('ORG', 'high commission for human rights'), ('NORP', 'turkmen'), ('PLACE', 'iraq'), ('NORP', 'kurdish')] [('QUANT', 'despite'), ('ORG', 'iraqi'), ('NORP', 'turkmen'), ('PLACE', 'iraq'), ('NORP', 'kurdish')] Emission limits for non road mobile machinery might not sound like the sexiest subject, but it is an important piece of the jigsaw when it comes to tackling air pollution. Emission limits for non-road mobile machinery might not sound like the success subject, but it is an important piece of the jigsaw when it comes to tackling air pollution. [] [] The inconvenient truth for those who sought to argue the environmental benefits of a Britain outside the EU is that air pollution has an unfortunate habit of not respecting borders. The inconvenient truth for those who sought to argue the environmental benefits of Britain outside the EU is that air pollution has an unfortunate habit of not respecting borders. [('PLACE', 'britain'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'the'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] Rather than allowing manufacturers to undercut each other in a race to the bottom on environmental standards, these ambitious and binding measures on NRMM will ensure industry is manufacturing progressively cleaner engines for these machines, which will go a long way to cleaning up toxic air pollution in the EU. rather than allowing manufacturers to undercut each other in a race to the bottom on environmental standards, these ambitious and binding measures of NRMM will ensure industry is manufacturing progressively cleaner engines for these machines, which will go a long way to cleaning up toxic air pollution in the EU. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Over one third of the UK's air pollution is blown in from across the English Channel. over one third of the UK's air pollution is blown in from across the English Channel. [('QUANT', 'one third'), ('PLACE', 'uk'), ('PLACE', 'english channel')] [('QUANT', 'one third'), ('PLACE', 'uk'), ('PLACE', 'english')] This proposal is a perfect example of how trade in a common market can also deliver environmental and health benefits for citizens. This proposal is a perfect example of how trading a common market can also deliver environmental and health benefits for citizens. [] [] We have always suffered quite a lot of delays in many respects, and always we wanted to have our limits lower and higher, etc. always suffered quite a lot of delays in many respects and always we wanted to have our limits lower and higher etc. [] [] But now a strict rule, a real vision of the future, is something we have to tell the people because this is the truth, our environment is in heavy danger. But now a strict rule, a real vision to the future is something that we have to tell the people because this is the truth that our environment is in heavy danger. [] [] Congratulations again to the rapporteur. Congratulations again to the Rapporteur. [] [] The EU's cap on bankers' bonuses was challenged by the British Government but largely supported by the British people, just as they support action to make CEO pay more accountable. The EU's cap on bankers' bonuses was challenged by the British government but largely supported by the British people, just as they support action to make CEO pay more accountable. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'british'), ('NORP', 'british')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'british'), ('NORP', 'british')] A survey of members of the Institute of Directors showed SMEs felt high pay in some big businesses was harming the reputation of all businesses. A survey of members of the Institute of Directors showed SMEs felt high pay in some big businesses was harming the reputation of all businesses. [('ORG', 'institute of directors')] [('ORG', 'institute of dire')] So it is great that this directive takes action to improve pay transparency, as well as improving many other areas of corporate governance. Brexit cannot be used as an excuse for progress on this issue to be rolled back, particularly in Britain. So it's great this directive takes action to improve pay transparency as well as improving many other areas of corporate governance. Brexit can't be used as an excuse for progress on this issue to be rolled back, particularly in Britain. [('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('PLACE', 'britain')] [('PLACE', 'britain')] CEOs' pay has almost doubled over the last 10 years, while real pay for the average worker has stagnated. Dealing with this excessive remuneration is not anti business. CEO's pay has almost doubled over the last 10 years, while real pay for the average worker has stagnated. Dealing with this excessive enumeration is not anti-business. [('WHEN', 'the last 10 years')] [('WHEN', 'the last 10 years')] The message this directive sends must be heeded across the EU and in Britain, including after Brexit. The messengers' director's sense must be heeded across the EU and in Britain, including after Brexit. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'britain'), ('WHEN', 'brexit')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'britain'), ('WHEN', 'brexit')] the effort and costs needed in order to implement IFRS 17, which are significant. Unfortunately, the signals that we have received from insurance companies that have started to prepare the implementation of the IFRS 17 confirm the difficulties of this implementation. The efforts and costs needed in order to implement IFRS 17, which are significant. Unfortunately, the signals we receive from insurance companies that have started to prepare the implementation of the IFRS 17 confirm the difficulties of this implementation. [('LAW', 'ifrs 17'), ('LAW', 'ifrs 17')] [('LAW', 'ifrs 17'), ('LAW', 'ifrs 17')] Mr President, the single market is one of the most tangible results of European integration and yet, despite its significant achievements, citizens, consumers and businesses have become increasingly dissatisfied with it as it often fails to convince them that it truly represents their interests and their aspirations. Mr. President, the single market is one of the most tangible results of European integration. And yet, despite its significant achievements, citizens, consumers and businesses have become increasingly dissatisfied with it, as it often fails to convince [('QUANT', 'one'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] The main problem is that, in the average citizen's eyes, the market is more concerned with vested interests than it is with their needs. The main problem is that in the average citizen's eyes, the market is more concerned with vested interests than it is with their needs. [] [] We need to start working towards a fairer single market that is politically supported, economically viable and socially accepted by European citizens, a market that stimulates sustainable economic growth and job creation, but also considers citizens' hopes, fears and expectations. We need to start working towards a fairer single market that is politically supported, economically viable, socially acceptable by European citizens. A market that stimulates sustainable economic growth and job creation but also considers citizens' hopes, fears and expectations. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] The Comi report is an important step towards achieving a strong, green, knowledge based social market economy which by turning its focus back to its people will become a common asset of all its citizens, reduce unemployment, poverty, inequalities, social exclusion and wage dumping, promote respect of fundamental The Common Report is an important step towards achieving a strong, green, knowledge-based social market economy, which by turning its focus back to its people will become a common asset of all its citizens. Reduce unemployment, poverty, inequalities, social exclusion, and wage dumping. Promote respect of fundamental [] [('ORG', 'common')] Therefore, I urge MEPs to support the report, and in particular the measures aimed at endorsing a highly competitive social market economy, providing consumers with the highest level of protection, promoting innovative start ups, SMEs and social economy enterprises, opposing abuses in the single market, which are trying to circumvent existing rules and lower Therefore, I urge MEPs to support the report and, in particular, the measures aimed at endorsing highly competitive social market economy, providing consumers with the highest level of protection, promoting innovative startups, SMEs, and social economy enterprises, opposing abuses in the single market, which are trying to circumvent existing rules lower [] [] worker and consumer and environmental standards, highlighting the economic, social and environmental benefits and challenges of the sharing economy, calling for a single European system for the protection of geographical indications for non agricultural products, and supporting the Made in' labelling, which is of crucial importance to protect consumers and provide them with the information they need. workers and consumers and environmental standards, highlighting the economic, social and environmental benefits and challenges of the sharing economy, calling for a single European system for the protection of geographical indications for non-agriculture products, and supporting the made-in labelling, which is of crucial importance to protect consumers and provide them with the information they need. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] we also count on the european parliament to ensure that the eu voice is more widely heard and we appreciate very much the outreach efforts that you have made in the past. We also count on the European Parliament to make sure that the EU voice is more widely heard, and we appreciate very much the outreach efforts that you have made in the past. [('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] in addition to the shared vision for long term action for mitigation technology and adaptation the identification of appropriate means for financing effective and long term climate policies will be key in future eu deliberations. In addition to the shared vision for long-term action to mitigation and technology and adaptation, the identification of appropriate means for financing effective and long-term climate policies will be key in the EU further deliberations. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] With the adoption of this package in a few months' time, the EU will demonstrate that its commitment, as well as its leadership, in the global fight against climate change is as strong as ever. With the adoption of this package in a few months time, the EU will demonstrate that its commitment as well as its leadership in the global fight against climate change are as strong as ever. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('WHEN', 'a few months'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] pozna has also sent the message that the current financial crisis is not to be seen as an obstacle to further action on climate change but instead as yet another opportunity for profoundly transforming our economic system and moving firmly towards a low carbon economy. has also sent the message that the current financial crisis is not to be seen as an obstacle for further action on climate change, but it's instead as yet another opportunity for transforming profoundly our economic system and moving firmly towards a low-carbon economy. [('PLACE', 'pozna')] [] But, of course, the EU has repeatedly said that it will not settle for 20 we want to go for 30 and, therefore, we hope for an ambitious global and comprehensive agreement in Copenhagen. Of course, the EU has repeatedly said that it will not settle for 20%. We want to go for 30%, and therefore we hope for an ambitious global and comprehensive agreement in Copenhagen. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', '20'), ('QUANT', '30'), ('PLACE', 'copenhagen')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', '20'), ('QUANT', '30'), ('PLACE', 'copenhagen')] one of the key elements of any comprehensive global agreement. one of the key elements of any comprehensive global agreement. [('QUANT', 'one')] [] As you know, the work during the Presidency will focus on the international negotiation process. As you know, the work during the presidency will focus on the international negotiation process. [] [] Its tireless efforts have greatly contributed towards shaping the EU position on climate change. Their tireless efforts have greatly contributed towards shaping the EU position on climate change. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] By the way, I am leaving Strasbourg today and flying to Delhi to have discussions with the Indian Government and Indian representatives. Just by the way, I'm leaving Strasbourg today, flying to Delhi, discussing with the Indian government and Indian representatives [('PLACE', 'strasbourg'), ('PLACE', 'delhi'), ('NORP', 'indian'), ('NORP', 'indian')] [('PLACE', 'strasbourg'), ('PLACE', 'delhi'), ('NORP', 'indian'), ('NORP', 'indian')] i have made a preliminary proposal to her for a high level meeting with us representatives and the eu commission commissioner dimas the czech presidency and the upcoming swedish presidency I have preliminary proposed a high-level meeting with the U.S. representatives and the E.U. Commission, Commissioner Dimas, the Czech presidency and the upcoming Swedish presidency. That means Troika. [('NORP', 'us'), ('ORG', 'eu commission'), ('PERSON', 'dimas'), ('NORP', 'czech'), ('NORP', 'swedish')] [('NORP', 'u'), ('ORG', 'e u'), ('PERSON', 'dimas'), ('NORP', 'czech'), ('NORP', 'swedish')] the copenhagen conference is now only ten months away. the december two thousand and eight pozna climate conference agreed on a work programme for two thousand and nine with clearly identified steps towards copenhagen. the decision in pozna on the operationalisation of the adaptation fund represents an important step forward in the negotiations on the financing building block The Copenhagen Conference is now only 10 months away. The December Poznan Climate Conference agreed on a work program for 2009 with clearly identified steps towards Copenhagen. The decision in Poznan on the operationalization of the adaptation fund represents an important step forward in the negotiations on the financing building block. [('WHEN', 'copenhagen'), ('WHEN', 'conference'), ('WHEN', 'ten months'), ('WHEN', 'december two thousand and eight'), ('WHEN', 'pozna'), ('WHEN', 'climate'), ('WHEN', 'conference'), ('WHEN', 'two thousand and nine'), ('WHEN', 'copenhagen'), ('PLACE', 'pozna')] [('LAW', 'copenhagen'), ('WHEN', '10 months'), ('WHEN', 'december'), ('PLACE', 'poznan'), ('WHEN', '2009'), ('PLACE', 'copenhagen'), ('PLACE', 'poznan')] the ministerial round table in pozna also confirmed the shared willingness of both the developed and the developing countries to find an effective globally agreed response to dangerous climate change for the post two thousand and twelve period. this encompasses further mitigation efforts adaptation actions and finance and technology means to make that response operational. The Ministry of Roundtable in post-9 has also confirmed the shared willingness, both the developed and developing countries, to find an effective globally agreed response to dangerous climate change for the post-2012 period. This encompasses further mitigation efforts, adaptation actions, and finance and technology means to make that response operational. [('PLACE', 'pozna'), ('WHEN', 'two thousand and twelve')] [('ORG', 'ministry of round'), ('WHEN', 'post'), ('WHEN', '9'), ('WHEN', 'post'), ('WHEN', '2012')] As far as the ETS is concerned, a single EU cap with a linear downwards trajectory will be set, auctioning will be gradually introduced as the method of allocating allowances and monitoring reporting, and verification will be strengthened. As far as the ETS is concerned, a single EU cap with a linear downwards trajectory will be set. Auctioning will be gradually introduced as the method of allocating allowances and monitoring, reporting, and verification will be strengthened. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('ORG', 'ets'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] the czech presidency intends to build on such important achievements and to pursue efforts at international level towards a successful agreement in copenhagen in december. two thousand and nine on two march two thousand and nine the environment council and later the ecofin council and the spring european council will be the first opportunities for further developing the eu position in this respect on the basis of the commission communication towards a comprehensive climate change agreement in copenhagen which we received a week ago and on the basis of your input. The Czech presidency intends to build on such important achievements and to push your efforts at international level towards a successful agreement in Copenhagen in December 2009. In March, the second environment and later a Coffin Council formation and the Spring European Council will be the first opportunities for further developing the EU position in this respect. [('NORP', 'czech'), ('PLACE', 'copenhagen'), ('WHEN', 'december two thousand and nine'), ('WHEN', 'two march two thousand and nine'), ('ORG', 'environment council'), ('ORG', 'ecofin council'), ('ORG', 'spring european council'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'copenhagen'), ('WHEN', 'a week ago')] [('NORP', 'czech'), ('PLACE', 'copenhagen'), ('WHEN', 'december 2009'), ('WHEN', 'march'), ('QUANT', 'second'), ('ORG', 'co'), ('WHEN', 'council'), ('LAW', 'spring european council'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] Firstly, let me congratulate the Temporary Committee on Climate Change for all the work it has accomplished since its creation in April 2007 hearings, conferences, reports, resolutions, exchanges with third parties. First of all, let me congratulate through you the Temporary Committee on Climate Change for all the work that it has accomplished since its creation in April 2007. Hearings, conferences, reports, resolutions, exchanges with third parties. [('QUANT', 'firstly'), ('ORG', 'temporary committee on climate change'), ('WHEN', 'april 2007'), ('QUANT', 'third')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('ORG', 'temporary committee on climate'), ('WHEN', 'change'), ('WHEN', 'in'), ('WHEN', 'april 2007'), ('QUANT', 'third')] in this context i can only reiterate the climate change committee's call on the commission and the member states to adopt at bilateral level in the negotiations towards a post two thousand and twelve agreement a mediating role between the positions of developed countries in order to ensure by means of a balance of interest the success of the climate negotiations In this context, I can only reiterate this committee's call on the Commission and the Member States, I quote, "to adapt at bilateral level in the negotiations towards a post-2012 agreement and a mediating role between the position of developed countries in order to ensure by means of a balance of interest the success of the climate negotiations [('ORG', 'climate change committee'), ('WHEN', 'two thousand and twelve')] [('WHEN', '20')] this is not my intention today. Right at the moment my fears go beyond concerns about basic human rights. I fear war, and I want to depict a vision Right at the moment, my fears to go beyond concerns about basic human rights. I fear war, and I want to depict a vision that speaks to this fear. [('WHEN', 'today')] [] wars in future. If this happens, human human rights will be no matter iota. [] [] or others. Therefore, I would like to express my gratitude to the founders and organisers of the prize and salute Andrei Sakharov, whose fight for human rights and freedom became an excellent opportunity to talk about human beings and their basic rights. Two years ago, upon receiving my sentence, a friend asked me if I knew what the exact meaning of the sentence was. According to this friend, the message carried by the sentence Therefore, I would like to express my gratitude to the founders of the organizers of the prize and Salute, Andrei Zakharov, whose fight for human rights and freedom became an excellent opportunity to talk about human beings and their basic rights. Two years ago, upon receiving my sentence, a friend asked me if I knew what the [('PERSON', 'andrei sakharov'), ('WHEN', 'two years ago')] [('PERSON', 'andrei zakharov'), ('WHEN', 'two years ago')] I knew that I could no longer take my camera into the heart of this society and do the only thing I know how to do film making. Not making films is a slow death for a film maker. Always. And whenever I decided to prevent no longer take my camera into the herd of the society and to -- and do the only thing that I know how to do filmmaking. Not making films is a slow death for a filmmaker always. And whenever I decided to prevent this anxiously -- anxiously, [] [] is the narrative of a few making the life of many miserable while using the most unacceptable excuses differences of race, sex, language, religion or political ideas. Unfortunately the authorities of my country making the life of many miserable, while using the most unacceptable excuses, difference of race, sex, language, religion, or political ideas. Unfortunately, the authorities of my country are becoming so intolerant [] [] was for me to run from my country and never come back. I still do not know if this interpretation was correct. However, if it was, I never understood why I had to leave my country, which I love dearly. This love goes way beyond geographical to run from my country and never come back. I still don't know if this interpretation was correct. However, if it was, I never understood why I had to leave my country that I love it dearly. This love goes way beyond the geographical boundaries [] [] which speaks of this fear. Imagine a time when any form of artistic work or practice had vanished, and instead all you had is an array of weapons comforting bewildered humans. Perhaps this Imagine a time when any form of artistic work or practice was vanished, and instead all you have is an array of weapons comforting billwider humans. Perhaps this image seems unrealistic to some. [] [] society I live in. My creation is the result of a personal perception of fact, of life and ontological experiences in my specific society during a lifetime. Run, or live with the sword of Damocles above my head that was the question. Eventually I chose to stay, even though My creation is the result of a personal perception of facts, of life, and ontological experiences in my specific society during a lifetime. Run or live with this world of Damocles above my head. That was the question. Eventually, I chose to stay, even though I knew that I could [('PERSON', 'damocles')] [] the imprisoned demonstrators. Nasrin Sotoudeh is the outstanding example of such a situation. Sadly enough, we can go on mentioning many cases of extreme injustice in Iran and in many other countries around the world. However, Nasrin Sotudeh is the outstanding example of such a situation. Suddenly enough, we can go on mentioning many cases of extreme injustice in Iran and in many other countries around the world. However, this is not my intention today. [('PERSON', 'nasrin sotoudeh'), ('PLACE', 'iran')] [('PERSON', 'nasrin sotudeh'), ('PLACE', 'iran')] Let me be clear European integration can indeed transform the politics and economics of candidate countries as it has done in my country, but it cannot construct democratic legitimacy of states and their institutions. Let me be clear, European integration can indeed transform the politics and economics of candidate countries, as it has done in my country, but it cannot construct democratic legitimacy of states and their institutions. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] In this respect, I am highly appreciative of Commissioner Barnier's strong commitment to take into account citizens' concerns and aspirations. And in this respect, I am highly appreciative of Commissioner Barnier's strong commitment to take into account the citizens' concerns and aspirations. [('PERSON', 'barnier')] [('PERSON', 'barnier')] In my opinion, the single market is not getting the political support urgently needed to ensure that it does not become yesterday's business. In my opinion, the single market is not getting the political support urgently needed to assure it doesn't become yesterday's business. [('WHEN', 'yesterday')] [('WHEN', 'yesterday')] More political leadership on the single market from the Presidents of the Commission and Council would go a long way towards achieving a viable single market to serve as a catalyst for economic recovery. More political leadership on the single market from the presidents of the commission and council would go a long way towards achieving a viable single market to serve as a catalyst for economic recovery. [('ORG', 'council')] [] We must not lose this political momentum and this unique opportunity to revitalise the single market. We must not lose this political momentum and unique opportunity to revitalize the single market. [] [] I repeat that market integration is not an irreversible process and must not be taken for granted I repeat that market integration is not an irreversible process and must not be taken for granted. [] [] There are no first class and second class countries. There are not first-class and second-class countries. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('QUANT', 'second')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('QUANT', 'second')] But Schengen will not be completed until all members who want to be part of it have the chance to join. But Schengen will not be completed until all members who want to be part of it have the chance to join. [('PLACE', 'schengen')] [] They exist only on maps and in the heads of those who want to destroy the Union. They exist only on maps and in the head of those who want to destroy the Union. [('PLACE', 'union')] [('PLACE', 'union')] four hundred million nationals of more than twenty five different states travelling free with no passport check with no border controls and within a single country this is what europeans have accomplished and we have to be very proud of it. 400 million nationals of more than 25 different states traveling free with no passport check, with no border controls, and within a single country. This is what Europeans have accomplished, and we have to be very proud of it. [('QUANT', 'four hundred million'), ('QUANT', 'twenty five'), ('NORP', 'europeans')] [('QUANT', '400 million'), ('QUANT', '25'), ('NORP', 'europeans')] In this situation, trying to politicise this debate with different issues is a huge mistake. First, because these three countries are not in the same situation, and second, because accession to Schengen cannot be mixed with the cooperation and verification mechanism. In this situation, trying to politicize this debate with different issues is a huge mistake. First, because these three countries are not in the same situation. And second, because the accession to Schengen cannot be mixed with the cooperation and verification mechanism. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('QUANT', 'three'), ('QUANT', 'second'), ('PLACE', 'schengen')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('QUANT', 'three'), ('PLACE', 'sch')] The decision on accession to Schengen must be based on technical criteria, and a delay based on political reasons is simply unacceptable. The decision on the accession to Schengen must be based on technical criteria, and delay based on political reasons is simply unacceptable. [('PLACE', 'schengen')] [('LAW', 'scheng')] As was already said, it is difficult to imagine the European Union today without Schengen. as it was already said, it is difficult to imagine the European Union today without Schengen. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'schengen')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PERSON', 'sch')] This is a very tangible expression of our solidarity and of the freedom and unity of European citizens, and it brings a lot of economic benefits but not for all Europeans. This is a very tangible expression of our solidarity, of the freedom and unity of European citizens, and it brings a lot of economic benefits, but not for Europeans. [('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'europeans')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'europeans')] First, it is about credibility if we as a Union follow our own rules. First, it's about credibility. If we, as Union, follow our own rules. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'union')] [('PLACE', 'union')] Second, the economic benefits will bring benefits to all citizens of the European Union. Second, the economic benefits will bring benefits to all citizens of the European Union. [('QUANT', 'second'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('QUANT', 'second'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] Instead of wasting money for internal controls, we should strengthen through resources and enough financing the external borders of the Union. Instead of wasting money for internal controls, we should strengthen, through resources, enough financing, the external borders of the Union. [('PLACE', 'union')] [('PLACE', 'union')] We often complain that anti European forces, populists, are using arguments against the European Union. And also, we often complain that anti-European forces populists are using arguments against the European Union. [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] This is one of the cases, because it shows injustice to too many European citizens, and now the European Council has to do its job, which is not performed an injustice has to be stopped. And this is one of the cases, because it shows injustice to too many European citizens. And now, the European Council has to do its job, which is not performed. And injustice has to be stopped. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'european council')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'european council')] Are you aware that the United States, Switzerland and Germany, which are true and historic federations, do not have a single national constituency? Are you aware that the United States, Switzerland and Germany that are true and historic federations, they don't have a single national constituency? [('PLACE', 'united states'), ('PLACE', 'switzerland'), ('PLACE', 'germany')] [('PLACE', 'united states'), ('PLACE', 'switzerland'), ('PLACE', 'germany')] Are you aware that this will reinforce the weight of the big states because it is natural that in the first place on each list there will be nationals from the bigger states? This will jeopardise the position of Ireland and Portugal. Are you aware that this will reinforce the weight of the big states? Because it's natural that in the first places of each list there will be nationals from the bigger states. And this will jeopardize the position of island Portugal. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('PLACE', 'portugal')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'island')] And this is, I guess, quite important. And this is I guess quite important. [] [] Madam President, I have three messages one for all colleagues, one for President Tusk and the other for the Commission. I will be very sharp, very loud and very clear. President, I have three messages, one for all colleagues, one for President Tusk and the other for the Commission. And I will be very sharp, very loud and very clear. [('QUANT', 'three'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('PERSON', 'tusk')] [('QUANT', 'three'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('PERSON', 'tusk')] I am very worried about this idea of an extraordinary Council on the composition of the European Parliament. This is a competence and a power of our Parliament that then has to be approved by the Council, it is true, but we have made huge progress. I, as a professor of constitutional law I have to say, I'm very worried with this idea of an extraordinary council on the composition of the European Parliament. This is a competence in the power of our parliament that then has to be approved by the council, it's true. But we have made a huge progress, and I, as a professor of constitutional law, [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('ORG', 'european parliament')] The Council should be aware of this in any case. and the council should be aware of this in any case. [('ORG', 'council')] [] For this reason, the European Union must pay close attention to the deteriorating human rights situation of the Iraqi Turkmen, not only because it is our duty but also because this situation is directly associated with stability in the wider Middle East region. For this reason, the European Union must pay close attention to the deteriorating human rights situation of the Iraqi Turkmen, not only because it is our duty, but also because this situation is directly associated with stability in the larger Middle East region. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('NORP', 'iraqi turkmen'), ('PLACE', 'middle east')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'iraqi turkmen'), ('PLACE', 'middle east')] The European Parliament resolution adopted on 14March2013 was a welcome step forward but was not enough given the current situation. Today, the cultural, religious and economic damage inflicted on the Turkmen population is still highly visible and cannot be ignored by the European Union. We should not forget all the incidents which took place in the cities of Tuz Khurmatu and Kirkuk, The European Parliament resolution adopted on 14th of March last year was a welcome step forward, but not enough given the current situation. Today, the cultural, religious and economic damage inflicted on the Turkmen population is still highly visible and cannot be ignored by the European Union. We should not forget all the incidents which took place in the cities of Hormatu and Kerkuk. [('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('WHEN', '14march2013'), ('WHEN', 'today'), ('NORP', 'turkmen'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'tuz khurmatu'), ('PLACE', 'kirkuk')] [('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('WHEN', '14th of march last year'), ('WHEN', 'today'), ('NORP', 'turkmen'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'horm'), ('PLACE', 'kerkuk')] pending conditions. pending conditions. [] [] Over many years the agency has demonstrated its capacity to provide education, health, relief, and social services. Over many years, the agency has demonstrated its capacity to provide education, health, relief and social services. [('WHEN', 'over many years')] [('WHEN', 'many years')] The other is the European Defence Fund. And the other one, the European Defense Fund. [] [('ORG', 'european defense fund')] The European Union is known as a soft power and this identity should be preserved and developed. The European Union is known as a soft power and this identity should be preserved and developed. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] I would like to stress that the intention to have more than EUR 5 billion per year for this fund requires own resources for the European Union. I would like to stress that the intention to have more than 5 billion euro per year for this fund requests own resources for the European Union. [('QUANT', 'eur 5 billion'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('QUANT', '5 billion euro'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] Corruption is not just a private matter. That's why we have to push governments and political and social bodies to fight, for themselves, against their internal, structural corruption. Corruption is not just a private matter. That's why we have to push governments and political and social bodies to fight for themselves against their internal structural corruption. [] [] things are not in line with those high standards in some or many of our Member States we do not know how many. Things are not in line with those high standards in some or many of our member states. We even don't know how many. [] [] and it is really very difficult to reach a solution without knowing where this border is and what are the guarantees for the other side of the border, the national security area, so that we really can say to our citizens yes, we have the highest standards And it is really very difficult to come into the solution without knowing where this border is. And what are the guarantees to other side of the border, the national security area, so that we really can say our citizens, yes, we have the high standards. [] [] So I urge the Commission and Council to provide us with this kind of clear knowledge of what we mean by national security. We can ask very much commission and council to provide us with this kind of clear knowledge, what we mean by national security. [('ORG', 'council')] [] We should continue to invest our efforts in guaranteeing the implementation of the existing tools and the full use of the EU initiatives dedicated to the fight against cyber threats. We should continue to invest our efforts to guarantee the implementation of the existing tools and the full use of EU initiative to the fight against cyber threats. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] We should also continue and intensify work to provide for new and more comprehensive responses to the constantly evolving challenges posed by this threat. But we should also continue an intensify work to provide for new and more comprehensive responses to the constantly evolving challenges posed by this threat. [] [] The Council remains fully committed to work constructively towards the adoption and effective implementation of concrete measures in that respect. The Council remains fully committed to work constrictively towards the adoption and effective implementation of concrete measures in that respect. [('ORG', 'council')] [('ORG', 'council')] Today the Presidency and the European Parliament received key input from the Commission on its recommendations for the most challenging issues in the directive, regarding its scope and several aspects of implementation, that will be instrumental in making the last remaining strides Today, the Presidency and the European Parliament received key input from the Commission on its recommendations for the most challenging issues in the directive regarding scope and several aspects of implementation that will be instrumental in making the last remaining strides [('WHEN', 'today'), ('ORG', 'european parliament')] [('ORG', 'european parliament')] With this directive the EU is going into unchartered territory in attempting to make our new digital lives more safe and secure. With this directive, the EU is going into uncharted territory in attempting to make our new digital lives more safe and secure. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] This is, admittedly, not an easy process, as developing legislation on a highly technical issue that touches at the same time on national security is no easy task. The Latvian Presidency continues and will continue to work to make significant progress on this issue by the end of June. And this is admittedly not an easy process as developing legislation on a highly technical issue that torch at the same time on national security is no easy task. The Latvian presidency continues and will continue to work to make significant progress on this file by the end of June. [('NORP', 'latvian'), ('WHEN', 'end of june')] [('NORP', 'latvian'), ('WHEN', 'the'), ('WHEN', 'end of june')] We shall also continue our efforts towards introducing effective and creative practical, preventive and control measures that will go beyond the necessary legislative minimum. We shall also continue our efforts towards introducing effective and creative practical preventive and countermeasures that will go beyond the necessary legislative minimum. [] [] Dramatic changes in the media landscape, in particular the introduction of new technologies, have resulted in an unprecedented flow of information. Dramatic changes in the media landscape, in particular the introduction of new technologies, have resulted in an unprecedented flow of information. [] [] Despite draconian measures, neither totalitarian regimes nor terrorists are able to firmly close the tap and fully prevent the information flow. Despite draconian measures, neither totalitarian regimes nor terrorists are able to firmly close the tap and fully prevent the information flow. [] [('NORP', 'dr'), ('NORP', 'itarian')] The media serve as a catalyst for a rapid and effective global response, and thus they are vital to the survival of a democratic society. Media serves as a catalyst for a rapid and effective global response, and thus is vital to the survival of a democratic society. [] [] Mr President, I would to like to thank all the shadow rapporteurs, because this negotiation procedure has not been the traditional I want this, you want that, let's meet in the middle'. Thank you, Mr. President. And I would like to say thank you to all the shadow rapporteurs, because this negotiation procedure has not been the traditional "I want this, you want that, let us meet in the middle." [] [] This report will feature a financial instrument that will make it profitable for shipowners to scrap their ships legally. This report will then have a financial instrument that will make it profitable for ship owners to scrap their ships legally. [] [] There has been a massive lobbying campaign against this proposal by the ports, but it is actually based on incorrect information. There has been a massive lobbying campaign against this proposal by the ports, but it's actually based on incorrect information [] [] The money collected will go back to the sector if they follow the law. The money collected will go back to the sector if they follow the law. [] [] They have been warning against huge administrative burdens, while the impact assessment said that this is a very efficient administrative way to deal with this problem. They have been warning against huge administrative burdens while the impact assessment said it's a very efficient administrative way to deal with this problem. [] [] three. two so please support these financial instruments amendments thirty one and thirty two so that we can negotiate with the council which stands ready to negotiate with us. So please support these financial instruments, amendment 31 and 32, so we can negotiate with the council who stands ready to negotiate with us. [('QUANT', 'three'), ('QUANT', 'two'), ('LAW', 'amendments thirty one and thirty two')] [('QUANT', '31')] This will require proactive interventions by Member State governments. and this will require proactive interventions by member state governments. [] [] Free market theology must not stand in the way of doing right by workers. Free Marcus theology must not stand in the way of doing right by workers. [] [] So, is the common refrain that we must learn the lessons of this economic crisis genuine? So, is the common refrain that we must learn the lessons of this economic crisis genuine? [] [] If it is, then the case for fundamental change in EU policy, and indeed EU Treaties, is now unanswerable and should be the stuff of EU Council deliberations. If it is, then the case for fundamental change in EU policy and indeed EU treaties is now unanswerable and should be the stuff of EU council deliberations. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'eu council')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] We need a new treaty for a new time. We need a new treaty for a new time. [] [] So I call upon the Council to act according to legislation, according to democracy So I call upon the council to act according to legislation, according to democracy. [('ORG', 'council')] [('ORG', 'council')] Mr President, new technologies are rapidly changing the nature of the financial infrastructure around the globe. Thank you for sitting there. New technologies are rapidly changing the nature of the financial infrastructure. [] [] This presents massive opportunities for Europe and it is now up to us, the policymakers, to make the right choices and create a conducive environment so that Europe can benefit to the full extent. This presents massive opportunities for Europe, and it is now up to us policymakers to make the right choices and create a conducive environment so that Europe can benefit to the full extent. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] FinTech is often used to refer to a specific scenario of start—ups disrupting finance with innovation. Fintech is often used to refer to a specific scene of startups disrupting finance with innovation. [] [] This definition is not the one used in our report because it would exclude a large number of relevant actors. This definition is not the one used in our report, because it would exclude a large amount of relevant actors. [] [] Instead FinTech may be understood as finance enabled by new technologies covering the whole range of financial services, products and infrastructure. Instead, Fintech may be understood as finance enabled by new technologies, covering the whole range of financial services, products and infrastructure. [] [] It also includes InsureTech, the use of new technologies in insurance, and RegTech, the application of new technologies for regulatory compliance. The current rise of FinTech comes after the origination of a number of different technological developments within a short time span, It also includes insertech, the use of new technologies in insurance, and ragtech, the application of new technologies for regulatory compliance. The current rise of fintech comes after the origination of a number of different technological developments within a short time span. [] [] namely artificial intelligence, cloud computing and distributed ledger technology. namely artificial intelligence, cloud computing and distributed ledger technology. [] [] These provide new opportunities for disruptions like mobile payments, open banking, crowdfunding, crypto currencies and robo advice. These provide new opportunities for disruptions like mobile payments, open banking, crowdfunding, cryptocurrencies and robo-advice. [] [] FinTech can lead to significant benefits such as cost reductions, efficiency gains, and more transparency. FinTech can lead to significant benefits such as cost reductions, efficiency gains and more transparency. [] [] It can also be an effective tool for financial inclusion, opening up high—level services for those who could not afford them before. It can be also an effective tool for financial inclusion, opening up high-level services for those that could not afford them before. [] [] Furthermore, FinTech can enable cross—border financial flows and infrastructure through alternative lending and investment channels. And furthermore, Fintech can enable cross-border financial flows and infrastructure through alternative lending and investment channels. [] [] The FinTech revolution that we are currently experiencing is global. The fintech revolution that we are currently experiencing is global. [] [] The bulk of these investments was made in the United States, and Asia and Israel are also gearing up in this respect. The bulk of these investments was made in the United States, and also Asia and Israel are gearing up in this respect. [('PLACE', 'united states'), ('PLACE', 'asia'), ('PLACE', 'israel')] [('PLACE', 'the'), ('PLACE', 'united states'), ('PLACE', 'asia'), ('PLACE', 'israel')] The US, China and Israel host more than half of the top ten largest FinTech companies. The U.S., China and Israel host more than half of the top 10 largest fintech companies. [('PLACE', 'us'), ('PLACE', 'china'), ('PLACE', 'israel'), ('QUANT', 'more than half'), ('QUANT', 'ten')] [('PLACE', 'u s'), ('PLACE', 'china'), ('PLACE', 'israel'), ('QUANT', 'half'), ('QUANT', 'top'), ('QUANT', '10')] If Europe wants to remain competitive, rapid innovation should be the norm, not the exception. If Europe wants to remain competitive, rapid innovation should be the norm, not the exception. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] This is not only important for Europe's financial infrastructure, but also for the real economy, with consumers and businesses benefiting from improved financial services. This is not only important for Europe's financial infrastructure, but also for the real economy, with consumers and businesses benefiting from improved financial services. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] Notwithstanding all the benefits, FinTech also confronts us with essential questions of a regulatory, societal nature. Notwithstanding all the benefits, Fintech also confronts us with essential questions of a regulatory societal nature. [] [('PERSON', 'f')] Consumer protection and the stability of the financial system should be key concerns in this regard. Consumer protection and the stability of the financial system should be key concerns in this regard. [] [] Together with the competitiveness of the European economy, they make for the core priorities of this report. Together with the competitiveness of the European economy, they make for the core priorities of this report. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] The report does not intend to give technical solutions. The report does not intend to give technical solutions. [] [] However, it does intend to pose the right questions. However, it does intend to pose the right questions. [] [] That should be a first step in the process of creating a forward—looking European policy in the area of financial technologies. That should be a first step in the process of creating a forward-looking European policy in the area of financial technologies. [('NORP', 'european')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('NORP', 'european')] The intention of this report is not to propose specific legislative actions. The intention of this report is not to propose specific legislative actions. [] [] We must be cautious with creating new rules because much is still unclear about future developments of financial technologies. We must be cautious with creating new rules, because much is still unclear about future developments of financial technologies. [] [] A better point of departure is investigating where current legislation causes uncertainties or barriers and identifying where additional action is necessary. A better point of departure is investigating where current legislation causes uncertainties or barriers and identifying where additional action is necessary. [] [] Doing this purposefully requires a holistic approach, as technological developments in our digitising society call for breaking silos. And doing this purposefully requires a holistic approach, as technological developments in our digitizing society call for breaking silos. [] [] FinTech actors are already breaking silos themselves. Fintech actors are already breaking silos themselves. [] [] They often offer products in a diverse multi party conjunction. Often, they offer products in a diverse multi-party conjunction. [] [] I have some minutes left at the end and will use the time then. Okay, I have some minutes left at the end. I will use the time then. [] [] In order to go on with any kind of digital services, we have to have very strong common, simple and understandable data protection regulations. to go on with any kind of digital services, we have to have very strong, common, simple, understandable data protection regulation. [] [] I very much hope that, in cooperation with the Commission and Parliament, we can make it clear to the Council that the package of data protection is crucial for the development of the Digital Single Market. And I very much hope that in cooperation between the Commission and Parliament, we can make also clear to Council that the package of data protection is crucial for development of digital single market. [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('ORG', 'council')] The Roma people have been suffering all through European history but the situation has never been better. Roma people have been suffering all through the European history, but also the situation has never been better. [('NORP', 'roma'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('PLACE', 'roma'), ('NORP', 'european')] Today, we have an opportunity to give prosperity to all of the people of Europe. Today we have an opportunity to give prosperity to all of the people of Europe. [('WHEN', 'today'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] Please address that in your reply and do not continue to attack the people that are moving across borders. Please address that in your reply and do not continue to attack the people that are moving cross-borders. [] [] In addition, with the implementation of a harmonised European approach, making these websites accessible also has the potential to be a highly profitable business. In addition, with the implementation of a harmonized European approach, making these websites accessible also has the potential to be a highly profitable business. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] The directive now covers all EU public sector bodies' websites and websites providing public services, as now laid down in a new annex. The directive now covers all EU public sectors bodies websites and websites providing public services as laid down in a new annex now. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] This directive is essentially a forerunner in the planned European Accessibility Act, which I know is also being eagerly awaited by our citizens. This directive is essentially a forerunner in the planned European Accessibility Act, which I know is also being eagerly awaited by our citizens. [('LAW', 'european accessibility act')] [('LAW', 'planned'), ('LAW', 'european accessibility act')] The specifications for accessibility are technology neutral and based on the international Web Content Accessibility Guidelines The specifications for the accessibility are technology neutral and based on the International Web Content Accessibility Guidelines [] [] In our increasingly digital world, accessibility is very much a human right. All people are entitled to use the internet in order to exercise their fundamental rights. In our increasingly digital world accessibility is very much a human right. All people are entitled to use the internet in order to exercise their fundamental rights. [] [] Less than one third of Europe's public sector and government websites, and even less than 10 of Europe's websites in general, are fully accessible. Less than one third of Europe's public sector and government websites and even less than 10% of Europe's websites in general are fully accessible. [('QUANT', 'one third'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('QUANT', '10'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('QUANT', 'one third'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('QUANT', '10'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] However, despite the fact that assistive technology already exists, Europe has been lagging far behind. However, despite the fact that assistive technology already exists, Europe has been lagging far behind. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] in europe this amounts to eighty million citizens with disabilities and another eighty seven million aged over. sixty five one hundred and sixty seven million european citizens is too great a number to be ignored. throughout my involvement with this dossier i have seen what these people face when trying to navigate their way online. i was particularly struck by the difficulties faced by the blind which was exemplified at an imco committee hearing held in april. In Europe, this amounts to 80 million citizens with disabilities and another 87 million aged over 65. 167 million European citizens is too great a number to be ignored. Throughout my involvement with this dossier, I have seen what these people face when trying to navigate their way online. I was particularly struck by the difficulties faced by the blinds, which was exemplified at an IMCO Committee hearing [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('QUANT', 'eighty million'), ('QUANT', 'eighty seven million'), ('WHEN', 'sixty five'), ('QUANT', 'one hundred and sixty seven million'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'imco'), ('WHEN', 'april')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('QUANT', '80 million'), ('QUANT', '87 million'), ('QUANT', '65'), ('QUANT', '167 million'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'doss'), ('ORG', 'imco')] We are the European Union. We should be setting the agenda, not struggling, or even failing, to keep up. We are the European Union. We should be setting the agenda, not struggling or even failing to keep up. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] Making websites and their content useable for all should already have become a priority at EU level. Making websites and their content usable for all should have already become a priority at EU level. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] This piece of legislation is long overdue and eagerly awaited both by citizens with disabilities and by our increasingly ageing population who find themselves more and more isolated and excluded from a world where information is accessible primarily online. This piece of legislation is long overdue and eagerly awaited by both citizens with disabilities and our increasing ageing population who finds themselves more and more isolated and excluded from a world where information is accessible primarily online. [] [] The IMCO Committee was more ambitious, and made a number of significant amendments to the text. The IMCO Committee was more ambitious and made a number of significant amendments to the text. [('ORG', 'imco committee')] [('ORG', 'imco committee')] I am sure the Greek Presidency will follow up the good work on this file and it is completely feasible that the Italian Presidency will be able to bring this dossier into legislation. I'm sure the Greek presidency will follow up the good work on this file. It is completely feasible that the Italian presidency will be able to bring this dossier into legislation. [('NORP', 'greek'), ('NORP', 'italian')] [('NORP', 'greek'), ('NORP', 'italian')] The scope, along with the enforcement mechanisms and monitoring systems, reflects the binding obligations set out in the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the commitments made in the digital agenda for Europe. The scope along with the enforcement mechanisms and monitoring systems reflects the binding obligations set out in the UN on the rights of persons with disabilities and the commitments made in the digital agenda for Europe. [('WHEN', 'un'), ('WHEN', 'convention'), ('WHEN', 'on'), ('WHEN', 'the'), ('WHEN', 'rights'), ('WHEN', 'of'), ('WHEN', 'persons'), ('WHEN', 'with'), ('WHEN', 'disabilities'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'un'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] The financial benefits are currently estimated at EUR2 billion. The financial benefits are currently estimated at 2 billion euro. [('QUANT', 'eur2 billion')] [('QUANT', '2 billion euro')] However, I thank Commissioner Kroes for having openly supported our legislative work using one of the most modern ways of rapid communication, Twitter. However, I thank Commissioner Cruz for having openly supported our legislative work using one of the most modern ways of rapid communication, Twitter. [('PERSON', 'kroes'), ('WHEN', 'twitter')] [('PERSON', 'cruz')] However, this is only the first step in the legislative process. We regret the lack of engagement by previous presidencies on this dossier. However, this is only the first step in the legislative process. We regret the lack of engagement of previous presidencies on this dossier. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] This is both an ethical issue and a commercial issue. It is both an ethical issue and a commercial issue. [] [] It is about basic and fundamental human rights and it is about jobs. It is about basic and fundamental human rights and it is about jobs. [] [] In the speech you said that, after a year of work in another country, the country in which the frontier worker had worked should be financially responsible for the payment of unemployment benefits. In the speech you said that after a year of work in another country, the country in which a frontier worker had worked should be financially responsible for the payment of unemployment benefits. [('WHEN', 'year')] [('WHEN', 'after'), ('WHEN', 'a year')] The guiding principle behind this is that a frontier worker should receive benefits from the country in which he or she has contributed. The guiding principle behind this is that a frontier worker should receive benefits from the country in which he or she has contributed. [] [] This is fair for everybody, you said. This is fair for everybody, you said. [] [] I completely agree with this principle. Therefore, Commissioner, I would like to ask you tonight if you think that this principle that a person should receive benefits from the country in which he or she has contributed should apply not only to frontier workers, but to all mobile workers within the EU. I completely agree with this principle. Therefore, Commissioner, I would like to ask you tonight, if you think that this principle, that a person should receive benefits from the country in which he or she has contributed, should apply for not only Frontier workers, but all mobile workers within the EU. Thank you. [('WHEN', 'tonight'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] You mentioned that there are differences between the countries in youth unemployment. You mentioned Spain and Greece, for example. Thank you, Chair. You mentioned that there are differences between the countries in use and employment. You mentioned Spain and [('PLACE', 'spain'), ('PLACE', 'greece')] [('PLACE', 'spain')] The aim is to undermine the work of legislators such as us, and at the same time mislead consumers. And the aim is to undermine the work of legislators, such as us, and at the same time mislead consumers. [] [] This is leaving millions of fraudulent cars on our roads, more than two years after the dieselgate' scandal and our committee work in this Parliament! Leaving millions of fraudulent cars on our roads more than two years after the diesel gate scandal and our committee work in this parliament. [('QUANT', 'millions'), ('WHEN', 'two years'), ('WHEN', 'dieselgate'), ('WHEN', 'scandal'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] [('QUANT', 'millions'), ('WHEN', 'two years'), ('WHEN', 'diesel'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] In our economy, Commissioner, and in our society, no private company, no sector they may be the largest, they may have a lot of people working there but none of them should be allowed to act as they do today, as the car industry does today, because then they think they are In our economy, Mrs. Commissioner, and in our society, no private company, no sector, they may be the largest, they may have a lot of people working there, but none of them should be allowed to act as they do today, as the car industry does today, because then they think themselves of [] [('PERSON', 'commissioner')] Suppose we were to follow your order and receive migrants and refugees in my country, Hungary. You, as well as every single person in this room, know perfectly well that those people would not want to stay in Hungary because they want a better life. we would follow your order and receive migrants and refugees in my country, Hungary. You, as well as every single person in this room, know perfectly well that those people would not want to stay in Hungary because they want a better life. [('PLACE', 'hungary'), ('PLACE', 'hungary')] [('PLACE', 'hungary'), ('PLACE', 'hungary')] What is the order, so to say, in this respect? What is the order, so to say, in this respect? [] [] We all know very well that we cannot put these people into a closed institution Because we all know very well that we cannot put these people into closed institutions. [] [] they have the right to freedom of movement. They have the right to freedom of movement. [] [] I know we should integrate them. I know we should integrate them. [] [] This will probably be the answer, but this is the wrong answer, Mr Timmermans and dear colleagues, because they would not like to be integrated in Hungary, they would like to move on the next day to richer countries. So you must have a strategy on that, because your whole strategy about the treatment of the migrant crisis This will be probably the answer, but this is the wrong answer, Mr. Thiememans and their colleagues, because they would not like to be integrated in Hungary. They would like to move on the next day to richer countries. So you must have a strategy on that, because your whole strategy about the treatment of the migrant crisis [('PERSON', 'timmermans'), ('PLACE', 'hungary')] [('PERSON', 'thiememans'), ('PLACE', 'hungary')] We are in a position to pressure the Cuban government more to open up. We are in a position to pressure Cuban government more to open up. [('NORP', 'cuban')] [('PLACE', 'we'), ('NORP', 'cuban')] Implementation and enforcement are fundamental for our future. implementation and informants are fundamental for our future. [] [] A good application of EU law is basic in order to regain the support of our citizens and increase the efficiency of our monetary union. A good application of EU law is basic in order to regain the support of our citizens and increase the efficiency of our monetary union. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] We need to ensure this before talking about more integration. to ensure this before talking about more integration. [] [] The 2011 enlargement report on Iceland clearly demonstrates Iceland's advanced level of preparation. The closure of eight negotiation chapters is most welcome, but the challenging negotiations are yet to come, and I mean here chapters such as fisheries and agriculture, which will need special attention given that circumstances in Iceland are different from those of other European countries. The 2011 annual report on Iceland clearly demonstrates Iceland's advanced level of preparation. The closure of eight negotiation chapters is most welcome, but the challenging negotiations are yet to come. And I mean here chapters such as Fisheries and Agriculture, which will need special attention given that circumstances in Iceland are different from those of other European countries. [('WHEN', '2011'), ('PLACE', 'iceland'), ('PLACE', 'iceland'), ('QUANT', 'eight'), ('PLACE', 'iceland'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('WHEN', '2011'), ('PLACE', 'iceland'), ('PLACE', 'iceland'), ('QUANT', 'eight'), ('PLACE', 'iceland'), ('NORP', 'european')] greater importance should also be given to negotiations on chapters such as regional policy the environment and economic and monetary policy. i saw that according to the recent poll the majority of icelanders still oppose eu membership since sixty seven are against and only thirty three in favour of accession but my remark is that in the last year support for the eu in both candidate and member states has been very low and therefore iceland should continue to remain committed to the conclusion of the accession talks. Greater importance should also be given to negotiations on chapters such as regional policy, the environment, and the economic and monetary policy. I saw that according to the recent poll, the majority of Icelanders still oppose EU membership since '67 are against and only 33 in favor of accession. But my remark is that in the last year, to support for the EU and both candidates [('NORP', 'icelanders'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', 'sixty seven'), ('QUANT', 'thirty three'), ('WHEN', 'last year'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'iceland')] [('PLACE', 'iceland'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', '33'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] The legislator defined both mandatory information and voluntary information for consumers, making information a crucial point of the legislation. The legislator defined both mandatory information and voluntary information for consumers, making information a crucial point of the legislation. [] [] It is critical that consumers have access to complete information in order to make an informed choice. It is critical that consumers have access to complete information in order to make an informed choice. [] [] The resolution of the Committee on Fisheries discusses the Commission survey for control of 2015, which analyses the conformity of labelling with the legal requirements of white fish in retail. The resolution of the Fisheries Committee discusses the Commission's survey for control of 2015, which analyzes the conformity of labeling with the legal requirements of whitefish in retail. [('ORG', 'committee on fisheries'), ('WHEN', '2015')] [('ORG', 'fisheries committee'), ('WHEN', '2015')] However, numbers are worrying for some species, for which the level of conformity is very low common species are substituted for more expensive species. However, numbers are worrying for some species for which the level of conformity is very low. Common species are substituted for more expensive species. [] [] It could help in the creation of an external structure which scrutinises the certification of voluntary claims included on the label of fishery and aquaculture products. It could help in the creation of an external structure which scrutinizes the certification of voluntary claims including on the label of fishery and aquaculture products. [] [] I would also like to remind the Commission that Parliament is still awaiting the Commission report on the possibility to define and establish minimum criteria for the creation of an EU ecolabel for fishery and aquaculture products. I would also like to remind the Commission that the Parliament is still awaiting the Commission report on the possibility to define and establish minimum criteria for the creation of an EU eco-label for fishery and aquaculture products. [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] Further information on fish can be added to a label as an addition to compulsory information. Further information of fish can be added to a label as an addition to compulsory information. [] [] Member States must implement sanctions which are efficient, proportionate and dissuasive. Member States must implement sanctions which are efficient, proportionate and dissuasive. [] [] Compulsory and correct information must be available for consumers all the way through the chain, including diners in restaurants. Compulsory and correct information must be available for consumers all the way through the chain, including diners and restaurants. [] [] It deals with voluntary information on fishery products and aims at creating an up—to—date and exhaustive inventory of voluntary claims associated with fishery and aquaculture products, which are marketed in the European Union, whatever their origin. It deals with voluntary information on fishery products and aims at creating and up-to-date and exhaustive inventory of voluntary claims associated to the fishery and aquaculture products, which are marketed in the European Union, whatever their origin. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] The Commission is currently working on the implementation of a pilot project proposed by Parliament last year and my regards to our chair, Mr Cadec, who could not be here today. The Commission is currently working on the implementation of a pilot project proposed by the Parliament last year, and my regards to our Chair, Vista Cadeco, couldn't be here today. [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('WHEN', 'last year'), ('PERSON', 'cadec'), ('WHEN', 'today')] [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('WHEN', 'last year'), ('PERSON', 'vista cadeco'), ('WHEN', 'today')] This inventory will enable an analysis of the certification systems of these claims. This inventory will enable an analysis of the certification systems of these claims. [] [] It is also necessary that such information be reliable, meaning it must be controlled in a very strict manner. is also necessary that such information be reliable, meaning it must be controlled in a very strict manner. [] [] This information can enable consumers to have complementary information such as the date of catch, date of landing, more information on fishing gear, the flag state, information on the nutritional value of the product or environmental, ethical or social information. This information can enable consumers to have complementary information such as date of catch, date of landing, more information on fishing gear, the flag state, information on the nutritional value of the product, environmental, ethical, or social information. [] [] in a separate study from last year on labelling in restaurants in brussels including the eu canteens the ngo oceana estimates mislabelling at thirty two overall with a mislabelling rate in bluefin tuna to be. eighty this observation brings us to ask member states to enforce the existing law. In a separate study from last year on labeling in restaurants in Brussels, including the EU canteens, the NGO Oceana estimates mislabeling at 32% overall, with a mislabeling rate in bluefin tuna to be 80%. This observation brings us to ask member states to enforce the existing law. [('WHEN', 'last year'), ('PLACE', 'brussels'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'oceana'), ('QUANT', 'thirty two'), ('QUANT', 'eighty')] [('WHEN', 'last year'), ('PLACE', 'brussels'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'ngo'), ('PLACE', 'oceana'), ('QUANT', '32'), ('PLACE', 'blue'), ('QUANT', '80')] First and foremost, Member States have to reinforce controls in order to identify fraud and the missing links in the supply chain for fishery and aquaculture products which lead to mislabelling or fraud. First and foremost, member states have to reinforce controls in order to identify fraud and the missing links in the supply chain for fishery and aquaculture products, which lead to mislabeling or fraud. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] It is the duty of Member States to guarantee that this information is available and accurate. It is the duty of Member States to guarantee that this information is available and accurate. [] [] We are awaiting this external structure and hope that this information will be easily accessible to consumers. We are awaiting this external structure and hope that this information will be easily accessible to consumers. [] [] The publication of this report is a requirement of the common market organisation for fishery and aquaculture regulation. The publication of this report is a requirement of the Common Market Organization for Fishery and Aquaculture Regulations. [] [('ORG', 'common market')] This is often the case for bluefin tuna. This is often the case for bluefin tuna. [] [] Compulsory information is the following the commercial designation of a species and its scientific name, the production method and fishing gear, the area where the product was caught or produced and a clear indication whether the product was defrosted. This mandatory information applies to both retail and supply for caterers and restaurants. Compulsory information is the following. Commercial designation of species and its scientific name. The production method and fishing gear. The area where the product was caught or produced and the clear indication whether the product was defrosted. This mandatory information applies both to retail and supply for caterers and restaurants. [] [] Restaurants must always keep the information which they received when they bought the product in case consumers or state authorities ask for them. Restaurants must always keep the information which they received when they bought the product in case consumers or state authorities asked for them. [] [] We need to promote public awareness and online safety, especially among children, but also among parents so that they know exactly what is going on and what can be done on the Internet. I think we need to promote public awareness and online safety, especially among children, but also with parents, so that they know exactly what is going on and what can be done on the internet. [] [] a wonderful source of information for all of us and something that will be part of our lives into the future. However, there are those who prey on children and they will use the Internet as much as they possibly can to try to undermine children. It's a wonderful source of information for all of us and it's something that is going to be part of our lives into the future. However, there are those who prey on children and they will use the Internet as much as they possibly can to try and undermine children. [] [] I think Member States should work together to introduce a network of contact points for the public to reach in order to report illegal and harmful content and conduct. I think Member States should work together to introduce a network of contact points for the public to reach to report illegal and harmful content and conduct. [] [] If I could turn to activity based budgeting and management, I think the Commission has made huge progress on this but I would warn against over bureaucratising this exercise because what we want to ensure is a qualitative evaluation, not simply ticking boxes. If I could turn to activity-based budgeting and management, I think the Commission has made huge progress on this, but I would warn against over-bureaucratising this exercise, because what we want to ensure is their qualitative evaluation, not simply ticking boxes. [] [] This would allow us to get a much clearer idea of our policy perspectives on top of the Commission's annual work programmes. This will allow us to get a much clearer idea of our policy perspectives on top of the Commission's annual work programmes. [] [] mr president out of this budget review we simply have to ask ourselves one question does the budget reflect the political priorities of the twenty first century? if it does not it needs changing. Thank you, Mr. President. Out of this budget review, we simply have to ask ourselves one question. Does the budget reflect the political priorities of the 21st century, if it doesn't, in each changing? [('QUANT', 'one'), ('WHEN', 'twenty first century')] [('QUANT', 'one'), ('WHEN', '21st century')] Is it flexible enough to reflect changing times? And is it flexible enough to reflect changing times? [] [] We do not want people spending all their time evaluating themselves when they should be getting on and doing some work. We don't want people spending all their time evaluating themselves when they should be getting on and doing some work. [] [] Too much is left in the budget because we cannot change things because of the restrictions of the MFF. is left in the budget because we can't change things because of the restrictions of the MFF. [('LAW', 'mff')] [] Now it is about a university, it is about NGOs, it is, above all, about the next national consultation. And now it's about a university, it's about NGOs, it's above all about the next national consultation. [] [] We have witnessed an attempt or rather a vague idea to reintroduce the death penalty, and all that coming from a man who is constantly referring to Christian values. We've witnessed an attempt, an attempt. A vague idea to reintroduce the death penalty and all that coming from a man who is constantly referring to Christian values. [('NORP', 'christian')] [('NORP', 'christian')] Now the only thing that comes to my mind in this context is if all foreign influence is so bad, why do you accept the payment of EUR 5 billion euros annually as a big net recipient of European structural funds in order to plaster the whole country with the posters in which you called Brussels crap? Now, the only thing that comes to mind to me in all this context is if all foreign influence is so bad, why do you accept the payment of 5 billion euros annually as the big net recipient of European structural funds in order to plaster the whole country with the posters in which you call Brussels crap? [('QUANT', 'eur 5 billion euros'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'brussels')] [('QUANT', '5 billion euros'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'brussels')] Somebody who does that, Prime Minister, leaves the Union out of their own accord. Somebody who does that, Prime Minister, leaves the union out of their own accord. [] [] We have witnessed several unspeakably worded national consultations in the meantime. We've witnessed several unspeakably worded national consultations in the meantime. [] [] The NGO thing, Prime Minister, is not about transparency as we all know it is in order to label NGOs that are foreign funded as foreign', because they might carry foreign influence in Hungary, and foreign influence is bad. The NGO thing, Prime Minister, is not about transparency, as we all know. It is in order to label NGOs that are foreign funded as foreign, because they might carry foreign influence into Hungary, and foreign influence is bad. [('PLACE', 'hungary')] [('ORG', 'ngo')] It escapes me, Prime Minister, where the death penalty would be on any Christian agenda, and I have rarely found any Christian theologian who would have been able to find anything good about the death penalty. It escapes me, Prime Minister, where the death penalty would be on any Christian agenda. And I've rarely found any Christian theologian who would have been able to find anything good about the death penalty. [('NORP', 'christian'), ('NORP', 'christian')] [('NORP', 'christian'), ('NORP', 'christian')] When was the last time one million people marched through the streets of a European capital demanding more EU integration? When was the last time a million people marched through the streets of the European capital demanding more EU integration? [('QUANT', 'one million'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('QUANT', 'million'), ('PLACE', 'european capital'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] It is also a moment of truth for our policy in the eastern neighbourhood and, I would dare to say, the biggest test yet of the EU's performance as a geopolitical player capable of defending its interests and values in the immediate neighbourhood. It is also a moment of truth for our policy in the Eastern neighborhood, and I would dare to, the biggest test yet of the EU's performance as a geopolitical actor, capable of defending its interests and values in the immediate neighborhood. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eastern'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] May. I fully share the Parliament's sense of urgency to make progress on this proposal. I fully share the parliament's sense of urgency to make progress on this proposal. [('WHEN', 'may')] [] I therefore welcome the proposal of the Committee on Budgets of the European Parliament which proposes to restore most of the appropriations proposed by the Commission in the draft budget. I therefore welcome the proposal of the Budget Committee of the European Parliament, which proposes to restore most of the appropriations proposed by the Commission in the draft budget. [('ORG', 'committee on budgets'), ('ORG', 'european parliament')] [('ORG', 'budget committee of'), ('ORG', 'european parliament')] 2015. We cannot afford to have the EU budget paralysed. We need to bring it under control and we have at this moment a unique opportunity to do so. We cannot afford the EU budget being paralyzed. We need to bring it under control and we have at this moment a unique opportunity to do so. [('WHEN', '2015'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('WHEN', 'we'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] I fully agree that we must act responsibly and address at this stage the needs that we have in payments. I fully agree that we must act responsibly and address at this stage the needs that we have in payments. [] [] However, even if further reinforcement contributes to increasing investments, we should try and find the right balance with the implementation prospects and the payments availability. However, even if indeed further reinforcement contributes in increasing investments, we should try and find the right balance with the implementation prospects and the payments availability. [] [] We should seize such an opportunity to address the shortage of payment appropriations We should see such opportunity to address the shortage of payments appropriations into the market. [] [] All this has to be achieved within very tight financial circumstances and very tight budgetary ceilings. and all this has to be achieved within a very tight financial circumstances and very tight budgetary ceilings. [] [] We must also honour our obligations and pay outstanding bills stemming from past commitments, thus avoiding an unnecessary burden on beneficiaries. We must also honor our obligations and pay off standing bills stemming from past commitments, thus avoiding unnecessary burden on beneficiaries. [] [] Sustainable economic growth, competitiveness, the creation of jobs and the fight against youth unemployment are other urgent priorities of the EU policy and should be reflected in the orientation of EU expenditure for 2015. We must do this under a clear and agreed framework and provide the necessary predictability and security for our investments and our partners. Sustainable economic growth, competitiveness, the creation of jobs and the fight against youth unemployment are overarching priorities of the EU policy and should be reflected in the orientation of the EU expenditure for 2015. We must do this under a clear and agreed framework and provide the necessary predictability and security for our investments and our partners. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', '2015')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', '2015')] We must put all our efforts into making this framework fully operational, fully respecting all the terms of this agreement. We must put all our efforts in making this framework fully operational, fully respecting all the terms of disagreement. [] [] 2015. Last month I expressed before this House the Commission's concern about the position taken by the Council in its reading of the 2015 Budget. Last month, I expressed before this House the Commission's concern about the position taken by the Council in its reading of the budget 2015. [('WHEN', '2015'), ('WHEN', 'last month'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('WHEN', '2015')] [('WHEN', 'last month'), ('WHEN', '2015')] Exceptional additional revenue from fines stemming from the enforcement of competition policy means that the additional payment requests for 2014 will be, in total, at no cost for Member States. Exceptional additional revenue from fine streaming from the enforcement of the competition policy means that the additional payment request for 2014 will be in total at no cost for Member State. [('WHEN', '2014')] [('WHEN', '2014')] The level of payment appropriations remains the paramount concern that we need to address at this budget conciliation. We must ensure that the legal obligations arising in 2015 are met, and put a stop to the snowball effect of shifting an ever increasing amount of unpaid bills into future years. The level of payment appropriations remains the paramount concern that we need to address at this budget conciliation. We must ensure that the legal obligations arising in 2015 are met and put a stop to the snowball effect of shifting an ever-increasing amount of unpaid bills into future years. [('WHEN', '2015')] [('WHEN', '2015')] too. We must avoid artificial under budgeting in future as we are now all aware of the problems that such an approach brings. We must avoid artificial under-budgeting in the future, as we are now all aware of the problems that such an approach brings. [] [] The reinforcement of payment appropriations proposed by the Commissionʼs amending letter No 1 go in the same direction as a number of amendments proposed by Parliament where the needs are most pressing, and in particular with the aim of reducing the backlog of unpaid bills and allowing the proper launching of the new programmes. The reinforcements of payment appropriations proposed by the Commission in amending letter number one go in the same direction as a number of amendments proposed by the European Parliament where the needs are most pressing and in particular with the aim of reducing the backlog of unpaid bills and allow the proper launching of the new programs. [('LAW', 'amending letter no 1'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] [('QUANT', 'one'), ('ORG', 'european parliament')] In its draft budget, the Commission has proposed using the full amount of payment appropriations under the MFF ceiling for In its draft budget, the Commission has proposed to use the full amount of payment appropriations under the MFF ceiling for [] [] As you know, favourable developments on the revenue side in 2014 provide an opportunity to find agreement in this direction. As you know, favorable developments on the revenue side in 2014 provide an opportunity to find agreement in this direction. [('WHEN', '2014')] [('WHEN', '2014')] I have in mind, for example, the EU Covenant of Mayors, which has been contributing to our climate and energy objectives since I have in mind, for example, the EU Covenant of Mayors, which has been contributed to our climate and energy objectives since [('ORG', 'eu covenant of mayors')] [('ORG', 'eu covenant'), ('WHEN', 'mayors')] This is, indeed, where regions and cities should be when it comes to finding solutions for climate change mitigation and adaptation. They have proved to be ambitious, forward looking and innovative, so we need all of them on board. This is indeed where regions and cities should be. When it comes to finding solutions for climate change, mitigation and adaptation, they have proved to be ambitious, forward-looking and innovative. So we need all of them on board. [] [] There will be no place for business as usual'. There will be no place for business as usual. [] [] I think it is very important. I think it's very important. [] [] Mr President, adoption is a wonderful alternative for otherwise unwanted children, or a child that's left in an unsafe environment. Adoption is a wonderful alternative for otherwise unwanted children or a child that's left in an unsafe environment. [] [] But what concerns me about this report is that it's another power grab by Brussels over the jurisdiction of family law. But what concerns me about this report is that it's another power grab by Brussels over the jurisdiction of family law. [('PLACE', 'brussels')] [('PLACE', 'brussels')] In the UK, there are strict laws about family courts, including the privacy of proceedings for what is and always will be a very emotive subject. In the UK, there are strict laws about family courts, including the privacy of proceedings for what is and always will be a very emotive subject. [('PLACE', 'uk')] [('PLACE', 'uk')] But what I fear, with this latest demand for more Europe', is that the best interests of the child may be put second to the EU's desire for more and more power. But what I fear with this latest demand for more Europe is the best interests of the child may be put second to the EU's desire for more and more power. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] And what happens if it is a disputed adoption? And what happens if it's a disputed adoption? [] [] If the grandparents want to adopt? if the grandparents want to adopt. [] [] Or one parent is actually fighting the case? or one parent is actually fighting the case. [('QUANT', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'one')] How will that work if the child is taken across another country's border, into another culture, or maybe where the child will be brought up speaking a different language? How will that work if the child is taken across another country's border, another culture, or maybe where the child will be brought up speaking a different language? [] [] I believe that we all should be encouraging families to be strong and cohesive units, which is the best environment for bringing up a child, surely. I believe that we all should be encouraging families to be strong and cohesive units, which is the best environment for bringing up a child [] [] We seriously disagree with that. Just witness the political meddling in the Brexit process or a number of European general elections, so indeed this is not just an issue for the east to consider, and this is not an issue for NATO's eastern flank. This is a larger concern to that we need to deal with. The second and, probably much more important, point I seriously disagree with that. Just witness the political meddling in the Brexit process or a number of European general elections. So, indeed, this is not just an issue for the East to consider, and this is not an issue for NATO's Eastern flank. This is a larger place that we need to deal with. The second and probably much more important point is [('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'nato'), ('QUANT', 'second')] [('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'east'), ('PLACE', 'eastern flank'), ('QUANT', 'second')] The report makes reference and emphasises, rightly, the security, defence and political challenge that Russia poses for the European Union. The report makes reference and emphasizes rightly the security, defense, and political challenge that Russia provides for the European Union. [('PLACE', 'russia'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'russia'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] Much as I would like to avoid this, we cannot simply support this file as it stands now. Much as I would like to avoid this, we cannot simply support this fight as it stands now. [] [] This is an obligation for a bilateral, individual response between Member States. This is an obligation for bilateral individual response between member states. [] [] Thank you very much. Thank you very much. [] [] I don't think I need to remind my honourable colleagues that this particular article is not traditionally understood as an obligation for collective response. I don't think I need to remind my honorable colleagues that that particular article is not traditionally understood as an obligation for collective response. [] [] but they will do so only when Ukrainians manage to fulfil all the agreed and outstanding conditions. But they will do so only when Ukrainians manage to fulfill all the agreed and outstanding conditions. [('NORP', 'ukrainians')] [('NORP', 'ukrainians')] I believe that our common goal is to help Ukraine, but it is true that we need to closely follow the situation. I believe that our common goal is to help Ukraine, but it is true that we need to closely follow the situation. [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] A step in the right direction is the adoption of the law on the high anti corruption court this last week. A step into the right direction is the adoption of the law on high anti-corruption court this last week. [('WHEN', 'last week')] [('WHEN', 'last week')] 2014. This time, the Commission proposes EUR 1 billion to be dispersed as medium and long term loans. This time, the Commission proposes €1 billion to be dispersed as medium and long-term loans. [('WHEN', '2014'), ('QUANT', 'eur 1 billion')] [('QUANT', '1 billion')] Third, the reform process, which has been important but is not really steady until now. Third, to reform process which has been important, but is not really steady until now. [('QUANT', 'third')] [('QUANT', 'third')] Therefore, it is crucial that the two unfulfilled anti corruption measures will be part of the new conditions. Therefore, it is crucial that the two unfulfilled anti-corruption measures will be part of the new conditions. [('QUANT', 'two')] [] This Memorandum sets out the supporting policy measures which are conditional for the disbursements of the funds. This memorandum sets out the supporting policy measures which are conditional for the disbursements of the funds. [] [] That being said, to address any doubts that may arise during this debate, the MFA is not an unconditional support. That being said, to address any doubts that may arise during this debate, MFA is not an unconditional support. [] [] First, the worsening conflict and casualties in the east of Ukraine and all the many socio economic consequences of this aggression. First, to worsening conflict and casualties in the east of Ukraine and to halt every socioeconomic consequences of this aggression. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine')] Second, the economic recovery, which remains fragile. Second, the economic recovery, which remained fragile. [('QUANT', 'second')] [('QUANT', 'second')] If corruption is not addressed drastically, MFA funds should not be delivered to Ukraine. If corruption is not addressed drastically, MFA funds should not be delivered to Ukraine. [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] In that context, I would like to highlight three key elements. In that context, I would like to highlight three key elements. [('QUANT', 'three')] [('QUANT', 'three')] There are firm conditions to ensure that this money will serve economic stabilisation and support the reforms. It is very important to remind that the Commission cancelled the last tranche of the third MFA programme when some of Ukraine's commitments were not fulfilled. They are firm conditions to ensure that this money will serve to the economic stabilization and to the support of the reforms. No, it is very important to remind that the Commission cancelled the last tranche of the third MFA program when some Ukraine's commitments were not fulfilled. [('QUANT', 'third'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('QUANT', 'third'), ('NORP', 'ukraine')] In addition, the newly adopted law was signed yesterday by the President of Ukraine. The rapporteur welcomes this news with great satisfaction it means that Ukrainians take the commitment seriously. In addition, the newly adopted law was signed yesterday by the President of Ukraine. I welcome – the rapporteur welcomes this news with great satisfaction. It means that Ukrainians take the commitment seriously. [('WHEN', 'yesterday'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('NORP', 'ukrainians')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('NORP', 'ukrainians')] The assistance is also intended to trigger reforms in Ukraine, which is done by agreeing with the Ukrainian authorities a Memorandum of Understanding. The assistance is also intended to trigger reforms in Ukraine, which is done by agreeing with the Ukrainian authorities a memorandum of understanding. [('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('NORP', 'ukrainian')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('NORP', 'the'), ('NORP', 'ukrainian')] Hence, the need for support for these reforms in the context where many interests can play against, especially in pre election years. Hence, to need for support to these reforms into context where many interests can play against, especially in a pre-election year. [] [] In other words, it is a financial instrument and its purpose is economic stabilisation. This is the fourth time that the Commission proposes macrofinancial assistance for Ukraine since the beginning of the war in In other words, it is a financial instrument and its purpose is economic stabilization. This is the fourth time that the Commission proposes an MFE for Ukraine since the beginning of the war in 2013. [('QUANT', 'fourth'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('QUANT', 'fourth'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine')] If we are serious about our goal, we cannot slow down the procedures. If we are serious about our goal, we cannot slow down the procedures. [] [] I am very grateful that we are where we are now. Indeed, Ukraine needs this support and it deserves this support, and it is very appropriate to have this next programme now. I'm very grateful that we are where we are now. Indeed, Ukraine needs this support, and it deserves this support, and I think it is very appropriate to have this next program now. [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] I am grateful to the Commissioner that you although it is not included in the joint declaration explicitly referred to that, because that is what it is also about. grateful to the commissioner that you, although it is not included in the joint declaration, you explicitly refer to that, because that it is what it is also about. [] [] We need to be very clear in this regard. We need to be very clear in this regard. [] [] However, the eternally crucial issue remains that of the implementation. However, the eternally crucial issue remains that of the implementation. [] [] Mr President, you can't save your money and spend it, you can't have you cake and eat it, and you can't pretend to be a nation when you are not. Thank you, Mr. President. You can't save your money and spend it. You can't have your cake and eat it. You can't pretend to be a nation when you [] [] The European Union, despite what it likes to think, is not a nation. The European Union, despite what it likes to think, is not a nation. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] It follows that it cannot be and should not be a party to such international agreements, this one and many others. It follows that it cannot be and should not be a party to such international agreements. This one and many others. [] [] Happily, we have the perfect opportunity to play it and play it repeatedly. Happily we have the perfect opportunity to play it and play it repeatedly. [] [] We, the United Kingdom, are permanent members of the United Nations Security Council. We must not give this up. On the contrary, we must start to make better use of it. We, the United Kingdom, are permanent members of the United Nations Security Council. We must not give this up. Quite contrary to that, we must start to make better use of it. [('PLACE', 'united kingdom'), ('ORG', 'united nations security council')] [('ORG', 'united kingdom'), ('ORG', 'united nations security council')] This means using it to oppose, block and even veto behaviour on international treaties, conventions and agreements which are against our interest. There is a clear UK message here for the European Union do you think you hold all the cards? This means using it to oppose, block and even veto behaviour on international treaties, conventions and agreements which are against our interests. There is a clear UK message here for the European Union. You'll think you hold all the cards. [('NORP', 'uk'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('NORP', 'uk'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] You don't. You don't. [] [] Our hand is potentially a lot better than you understand. our hand is potentially a lot better than you understand. [] [] What the UK has to do, however, is to understand itself how good our hand is and then be prepared to use it. What the UK has to do, however, is to understand itself. How good our hand is, and then be prepared to use it. [('PLACE', 'uk')] [('PLACE', 'uk')] If the British Government is worth anything at all, those who play hardball with us should and, I hope, will find that we can play hardball with them. If the British government is worth anything at all, those who play hardball with us should, and I hope will, find that we can play hardball with them. [('NORP', 'british')] [('NORP', 'british')] It could form the blueprint for radical change without decreasing the funding going to newer Member States. I have called on the UK Government to include these Open Europe proposals in its reform and renegotiation discussions. After all, we are talking about a third of the EU's total budget. It could form the blueprint for radical change, yet without decreasing funding, going to newer member states. I've called for the UK government to include these open Europe proposals in their reform and renegotiation discussions. We're talking about a third of the EU's total budget [('NORP', 'uk'), ('QUANT', 'third'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'uk'), ('NORP', 'europe'), ('QUANT', 'a'), ('QUANT', 'third'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] That is quite difficult to explain briefly, but it is about not shuffling money around from one country to another, and not particularly that large scale recipient countries give money to the Commission that the Commission then gives them back and tells them what to do. They're quite difficult to explain briefly, but it's about not shuffling money around from one country to another and not particularly that large-scale recipient countries give money to the commission that the commission then gives them back and tells them what to do. [] [('QUANT', 'one')] Rather, it is focusing on countries like yours, in situations like yours, so that cohesion achieves sustainable economic growth and lifts people out of that situation for the benefit of everybody within the EU on a limited basis, not forever. Rather, it's focusing on countries like yours and situations like yours so that cohesion achieves sustainable economic growth and lifts people out of that situation for the benefit of everybody within the EU on a limited basis, not forever. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] It will be an unnecessary collection of much information about travellers who are completely innocent. It will be an unnecessary collection of much of information about travelers who are completely innocent. [] [] They have to delete the data after the exit, unless there is a risk or a suspicion. What we expect from the Canadian authorities with regard to our citizens, we should also respect with regard to citizens of third—countries like Canada. They have to delete the data after the exit unless there is a risk or a suspicion. So what we expect from the Canadian authorities with regard to our citizens, we should also respect with regard to citizens of other countries like Canada. [('NORP', 'canadian'), ('QUANT', 'third'), ('PLACE', 'canada')] [('NORP', 'canadian'), ('PLACE', 'canada')] We are not fixing the system, which is not working because some of the Member States' authorities are not thoroughly working with the system and feeding information into it. We are not fixing the system, which isn't working, because some of the member states' authorities are not sorely working with the system, feeding information to the system. [] [] We have to check their passports, and that is exactly what we are doing. we have to check the passports and that's exactly what we're doing. [] [] But with this system you do not keep track of any visa over stayer in the European Union. As this system, you don't get track of any visa overstayer in the European Union. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] Stop bashing Hungary, stop preaching to us about solidarity, and talk about solidarity to those strong, healthy, young Syrian and other men who should go home and rebuild their countries. stop bashing Hungary, stop preaching us about solidarity and talk about solidarity to those strong, healthy, young, Syrian and other men who should go home and rebuild their countries. [('PLACE', 'hungary'), ('NORP', 'syrian')] [('NORP', 'hungary'), ('NORP', 'syrian')] But, at the same time, you know that people are tired of words and promises and it is time for action from the Commission as well. The strongest tool which you possess as a Commission is the draft of your budget for the next multiannual financial framework. We should stop thinking about how to reduce the European budget But at the same time, you know that people are tired of words and promises. And it's time for action from the Commission as well. And the strongest tool which you possess as a Commission is the project, the draft of your budget for the next multi-annual financial framework. We should stop thinking how to reduce the European budget [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] but look for own resources. but look for own resources. [] [] We should really focus on political priorities and the major priority is how to move from a Europe of divergence and inequalities towards a Europe of convergence, strong economic growth and social justice. we should really focus on political priorities. And the major priority is how to move from Europe of divergence inequalities towards Europe of convergence and strong economic growth and social justice. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] This means that life for people in Europe is better and that is what people expect from This means that life for people in Europe is better, and this is what people expect from us. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] I agree and I appreciate and I agree and I appreciate it. [] [] In some cases a certificate of legality will only be a starting point, the first measure included in the due diligence procedure. In some cases, a certificate of legality will only be a starting point, the first measure included in the due diligence procedure. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] Firstly I would like to refer to the due diligence approach, which is more comprehensive than just a certificate of legality. Firstly, I would like to refer to the due diligence approach, which is more comprehensive than just a certificate of legality. [('QUANT', 'firstly')] [('QUANT', 'firstly')] Where the risk assessment has shown that the country of origin presents a higher risk of administrative corruption, or in countries where enforcement of national laws is weak, additional guarantees are necessary to underpin the certified legality. When the risk assessment has shown that the country of origin presents higher risk of administrative corruption or in countries where enforcement of national laws is weak, additional guarantees are necessary to underpin the certified legality. [] [] The principle of due diligence reflects the legal obligation of a proactive behaviour to a certain legality and needs to be demonstrated on a basis of comprehensive measures which will enable legality to be reasonably assured. The principle of due diligence reflects the legal obligation of a proactive behavior to a certain legality and needs to be demonstrated on a basis of comprehensive measures which will enable legality to be reasonably assured. [] [] We should keep in mind that patterns of tropical deforestation are the result of the interaction of a number of different factors which vary in importance in different locations. We should keep in mind that patterns of tropical deforestation are the result of the interaction of a number of different factors which vary in importance in different locations. [] [] In the European Union we understand that working on the coherence of our policies must go hand in hand with supporting countries in their efforts to strengthen national and local institutions and make progress towards effective governance and use of forest resources. I wish to thank again In the European Union, we understand that working on the coherence of our policies must go hand-in-hand with supporting countries in their efforts to strengthen national and local institutions and make progress towards effective governance and use of forest resources. I wish to thank again [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] I am encouraged that Parliament, while endorsing the approach of the Commission, wants to reinforce it further and has made amendments to this end. I encourage the Parliament, while endorsing the approach of the Commission, wants to reinforce it further and has made amendments to this end. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'parliament')] I also want to assure you that the Commission will give careful consideration to the amendments of the proposed regulation. I also want to assure you that the Commission will give careful consideration to the amendments of the proposed regulation. [] [] this is what they need. And this is what they need. [] [] Moreover, we will investigate any barriers that may prevent consumers from switching to better offers. Moreover, we'll investigate any barriers that may prevent consumers from switching to better offers. [] [] We also think that a single market for retail financial services which can rely on innovative solutions is very welcome. And we also think that a single market for retail financial services which can rely on an innovative solution is very welcome. [] [] A high level of environmental protection is, of course, of the highest priority for the Commission. a high level of environmental protection is of course of the highest priority for the Commission. [] [] The developing countries have delivered. We asked them for a road map for a legally binding global agreement. The developing countries have delivered. We asked them for a roadmap to a legal binding global agreement. [] [] I think that when it comes to such sensitive topics, we cannot afford to classify them into strict categories such as EU internal and EU external issues, because terrorist actions might be planned outside the EU but can seriously affect the people living inside the EU. I think that when it comes to such sensitive topics, we cannot afford to classify them into strict categories, such as EU internal and EU external issues, because terrorist actions might be planned outside the EU, but can seriously affect the people living inside the EU. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] They are in your portfolio no poverty, reducing inequality, decent work. in your portfolio, no poverty-reducing inequality, decent work. [] [] Let me conclude. So let me conclude. [] [] It is a sine qua non for the future of our planet and for the future of our people. It's a cynical unknown for the future of our planet and for the future of our people. [] [] You could say that, in times of fake news, it is good to have data. And you could say, well, in times of fake news, it's good to have data. [] [] Therefore, reaching the sustainable development goals within the EU is vital. and therefore reaching the sustainable development goals within the EU is vital. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] It says that we are making progress and we are moving in the right direction. It says that we are making progress. We are moving in the right direction. [] [] Mr President, the International Energy Agency just recently published a report saying that the developed countries of this world, the industrialised countries, have about five years to change fundamentally the way they produce energy and the way they consume energy Thank you, President. The International Energy Agency just recently published a report saying that the developed countries of this world, the industrialized countries, have about five years to change fundamentally the way they produce energy and the way they consume energy. [('ORG', 'international energy agency'), ('WHEN', 'about five years')] [('ORG', 'international energy agency'), ('WHEN', 'five years')] in order for us to stay below a two degree increase in temperature. in order for us to stay below a two degree increase in temperature. [('QUANT', 'two degree')] [('QUANT', 'two degree')] Now, if we do not stay below two degrees, we know what will happen. Now, if we don't stay below two degrees, we know what will happen. [('QUANT', 'two degrees')] [('QUANT', 'two degrees')] Then, if we look at what has actually now been pledged by the same countries, the countries that need to change fundamentally within five years, it is unfortunately very unsatisfactory. then if we look at what has actually now been pledged by the same countries, the countries that need to change fundamentally within five years, it is unfortunately very, very dissatisfying. [('WHEN', 'five years')] [('WHEN', 'five years')] We see a situation now where the pledges are about half of what we need in order to reach our target. We see a situation now where the pledges are about half of what we need in order to reach our target. [('QUANT', 'half')] [('QUANT', 'half')] We all know that we will not get a full legally binding agreement with regard to mitigation in Durban that will solve these problems, but we know also that we have possibilities to pursue targets that are ambitious nonetheless targets that will get us closer to our final goal. We all know that we will not get a full legally binding agreement with regards to mitigation in Durban that will solve these problems. But we know also that we have possibilities to pursue targets that are ambitious nonetheless, targets that will get us closer to our final goal. [('PLACE', 'durban')] [('PLACE', 'durban')] This is why we have a moral obligation to help them financially This is why we have a moral obligation to help them financially. [] [] The fact that it is colder here now is also quite predictable, because if the Gulf Stream is pressed down by meltwater from the Arctic, this is an explainable effect. Actually, the fact that that is colder here now is also quite predictable because if the Gulf Stream is pressed down by melt water from the Arctic, this is an explainable effect. [('PLACE', 'arctic')] [] It has to do with a very important argument on democracy. It has to do with a very important argument on democracy. [] [] Cabotage caused problems inside Member States in national transport. Kapotaash caused problems inside member states in national transport. [] [] Now, we are limiting it to two days per Member State and it will be posting from day one. Nomadic driving drivers have a new right to go back home by the end of a maximum of three weeks. Now we are limiting it to two days per member state and it will be posting from day one. Nomadic thriving. Drivers have a new right to go back home by the end of maximum three weeks. [('WHEN', 'two days'), ('WHEN', 'day one'), ('WHEN', 'three weeks')] [('WHEN', 'two days'), ('WHEN', 'from'), ('WHEN', 'day one'), ('WHEN', 'three weeks')] We are ending driver misuse and letter box companies. We are ending private misuse and letterbox companies. [] [] For the first time, common strong enforcement is possible by using the latest technology available. If the national transport is posting from day one, colleagues voting against can go back home and tell drivers that in the future they might not drive for their national salaries anymore. Instead, they could be For the first time, common strong enforcement is possible by using the latest technology available. If international transport is posting from day one, colleagues voting against can go back home and tell drivers that in the future they might not thrive with their national salaries anymore. Instead, they could be paid [('QUANT', 'first'), ('QUANT', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('QUANT', 'one')] paid a final country destination minimum wage. A final count for destination minimum waits. [] [] This is a two—way street. This is Two Way Street. [('QUANT', 'two')] [('WHEN', 'this'), ('WHEN', 'two way'), ('WHEN', 'street')] You need to understand what it means for the universally applicable collective agreements if you oppose the mandate. You need to understand what it means to the universally applicable collective agreements if you oppose the mandate. [] [] Minimum wages might become the new norm and you should all be aware of that. Minimum weights might become a new norm and you should all be aware of that. [] [] Currently, we do not have a common EU minimum wage level in transport and the posting of the Drivers Directive is not the right tool to do that. Currently, we do not have a common EU minimum wage level in transport and the posting of drivers directive is not the right tool to do that. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] That is totally another discussion. It is totally another discussion. [] [] We need a rich content of information and to facilitate access to information which could improve our lives and lead to concrete economic growth. We need a rich content of information and to facilitate access to information which could improve our lives and lead to concrete economic growth. [] [] First, we should have a better guarantee and a better look at the additionality. We should have a better guarantee and have a better look on the additionality. [('QUANT', 'first')] [] There we have to support these countries so they have a better capacity to take it up, quality to make projects and investment banks, as my colleague has said. There, we have to support these countries to have a better capacity to take it up, quality to make projects and investment banks, as my colleague just said. [] [] It has to do with a very important argument on democracy. It has to do with a very important argument on democracy. [] [] Oleg Sentsov's case is no longer just a judicial or political one. All extents of case is no longer just a judicial or political one. [('PERSON', 'oleg sentsov')] [] He should be immediately and unconditionally released on humanitarian grounds. he should be immediately and unconditionally released on humanitarian grounds. [] [] It is now a matter of human compassion. It is now a matter of human compassion. [] [] Cabotage caused problems inside Member States in national transport. Kapotaash caused problems inside member states in national transport. [] [] Now, we are limiting it to two days per Member State and it will be posting from day one. Now we are limiting it to two days per member state and it will be posting from day one. [('WHEN', 'two days')] [('WHEN', 'two days'), ('WHEN', 'day one')] Nomadic driving drivers have a new right to go back home by the end of a maximum of three weeks. Nomadic driving. Drivers have a new right to go back home by the end of maximum three weeks. [('WHEN', 'three weeks')] [('WHEN', 'maximum'), ('WHEN', 'three weeks')] We are ending driver misuse and letter box companies. We are ending private misuse and letterbox companies. [] [] For the first time, common strong enforcement is possible by using the latest technology available. For the first time common strong enforcement is possible by using the latest technology available. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] If the national transport is posting from day one, colleagues voting against can go back home and tell drivers that in the future they might not drive for their national salaries anymore. Instead, they could be paid a final country destination minimum wage. If international transport is posting from day one, colleague voting against can go back home and tell drivers that in the future they might not thrive with their national salaries anymore. Instead, they could be paid a final country destination minimum wage. [('QUANT', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'one')] This is a two—way street. This is Two Way Street. [('QUANT', 'two')] [('WHEN', 'two way')] You need to understand what it means for the universally applicable collective agreements if you oppose the mandate. You need to understand what it means to the universally applicable collective agreements if you oppose the mandate. [] [] Minimum wages might become the new norm and you should all be aware of that. Minimum weights might become a new norm and you should all be aware of that. [] [] Currently, we do not have a common EU minimum wage level in transport and the posting of the Drivers Directive is not the right tool to do that. Currently, we do not have a common EU minimum wage level in transport and the posting of drivers directive is not the right tool to do that. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Daphne Galizia was known internationally, was known globally for her fight against corruption. She reported on the corruption. Daphne Galicia was known internationally, was known globally for her fight against corruption. She reported on the corruption. [('PERSON', 'daphne galizia')] [('PERSON', 'daphne galicia')] Malta is geographically and historically one of the gates and one of the doors of the European Union. Malta is geographically and historically one of the gates and one of the doors of the European Union. [('PLACE', 'malta'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'malta'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] She reported on the Panama Papers and we have seen, we have read, we have heard and we could not ignore that the Panama Papers are directly implicated with some Maltese authorities. She reported on the Panama Papers and we have seen, we have read, we have heard and we could not ignore. Panama Papers are directly implicated with some Maltese authorities. [('WHEN', 'panama'), ('WHEN', 'papers'), ('WHEN', 'panama'), ('WHEN', 'papers'), ('NORP', 'maltese')] [('LAW', 'panama'), ('NORP', 'panama'), ('NORP', 'maltese')] It should be the bastion of the protection of human rights, the rule of law, the independence of judicial power and impartially of criminal prosecution. It should be the bastion of the protection of human rights, rule of law, independence of judicial power, and impartiality of criminal prosecution. [] [] the Commission and the Maltese authorities to do is to grant respect and observation of the rule of law. to the Commission and to the Maltese authorities is to grant respect and observation of the rule of law. [('NORP', 'maltese')] [('NORP', 'maltese')] But a similar concern and wish for dialogue in relation to Spain is not shown by the European Union institutions, in spite of having there more than strong signals of breaches of the rule of law, of democracy and of fundamental rights. But the similar concern and wish for dialogue in relation to Spain is not shown by the European institutions, in spite of having their more than strong signals of breaches of the rule of law, of democracy and of fundamental rights. [('PLACE', 'spain'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'spain'), ('NORP', 'european')] Point 5 expresses concerns about the rule of law, democracy and fundamental rights, including freedom of the media, independence of the police and judiciary. Point 5 expresses concerns about the rule of law, democracy and fundamental rights, including freedom of the media, independence of the police and judiciary. [('QUANT', '5')] [('LAW', 'point 5')] half of this government is in prison, the other half in exile This government is in prison. The other half in exile. [('QUANT', 'half'), ('QUANT', 'half')] [] I am ashamed, and we all should be ashamed because without this killing we would never have known here what happens in Malta journalists being harassed, denounced and even killed, media houses being blackmailed by banks suspected of money laundering and tax evasion, I am ashamed. And we all should be ashamed, because without this killing, we would never know here what happens in Malta. Journalists being harassed, denounced and even killed. Media houses being blackmailed by banks suspected of money laundering and tax evasion. [('PLACE', 'malta')] [('ORG', 'malta')] high government officials suspected of being implicated also in the same operations, and police authorities refusing to investigate those allegations because they have been appointed by and have economic and personal ties with the government. High government officials suspected of being implicated also in the same operations, and police authorities refusing to investigate those allegations because they have been appointed by and have economic and personal ties with the government. [] [] We cannot remain silent, so today we ask for three concrete actions. First, we want the Commission to immediately launch a rule of law dialogue with Malta. We cannot remain silent, so today we ask for three concrete actions. First, we want the Commission to immediately launch a rule of law dialogue with Malta. [('WHEN', 'today'), ('QUANT', 'three'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'malta')] [('QUANT', 'three'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('ORG', 'mal')] Second, we want the Maltese authorities to investigate and to prosecute money laundering, no matter the names or the organisations implicated. Second, we want the Maltese authorities to investigate and to prosecute money laundering, no matter the names or the organizations implicated. [('QUANT', 'second'), ('NORP', 'maltese')] [('QUANT', 'second'), ('NORP', 'maltese')] Thirdly, we want an independent and international investigation into the killing of Daphne Caruana Galizia. We have to say, loud and clear, that Europe's values and principles are much more important than money. And third, we want an independent and international investigation into the killing of Daphne Caruana Galicia. We have to say loud and clear that Europe values and principles are much more important than money. [('QUANT', 'thirdly'), ('PERSON', 'daphne caruana galizia'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('QUANT', 'and'), ('QUANT', 'third'), ('PERSON', 'daphne caruana galicia'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Europe is about justice, about separation of powers and about the rule of law. Europe is about justice, about separation of powers, and about rule of law. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] Everybody knows that. Nobody knows that. [] [] But Europe is also about freedom, transparency and truth. but Europe is also about freedom, transparency and truth. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] The legislation to implement PNR has been submitted to our Parliament and is being discussed in our House. The legislation to implement PNR has been submitted to our parliament and is being discussed in our House. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'parliament')] States. Taxation is a key element of the political systems in our democracies, and in the Treaty they are therefore part and I believe rightly so of the Member States' competencies. Taxation is a key element of the political systems in our democracies, and in the treaty they are therefore part, and I believe rightly so, part of the member states' competencies. [] [] I was very happy that you made this point and we have to work on that. I was very happy that you made that point and we have to work on that. [] [] fully agree. I did not mention it in my speech, but the same pay for the same work in the same type of circumstances is at the core of the belief of the Dutch Government, and we will push I did not mention it in my speech, but same pay for the same work in the same type of circumstances is at the core of the belief of the desk government. And we will push for that. [('NORP', 'dutch')] [] There can be no doubt, and I am happy that I know that the whole Commission is behind it. That can be no doubt. And I'm happy that I know that the whole commission is behind this. [] [] will rise. Maybe not for you personally, but this is happening at Maybe not for you personally, but this is happening at the moment. [] [] reform. Yes, we are working on new alliances within Yes, we are working on new alliances within the EU. [] [('PLACE', 'eu')] free market. Thanks to the free market, hundreds of millions of people in the last ten to fifteen years have been lifted out of poverty thanks to the free market. Hundreds of millions of people in the last 10, 15 years have been lifted out of poverty worldwide. [('QUANT', 'hundreds of millions'), ('WHEN', 'the last ten to fifteen years')] [('QUANT', 'hundreds of millions'), ('WHEN', 'last 10 15 years')] we are. We are pushing for radical for radical reform. [] [] For our defence, it is crucial to keep the dialogue with the United States going, even if within that family relationship we have some serious quarrels at the moment. For our defence, it is crucial to keep the dialogue with the United States going, even if within that family relationship we have some serious quarrels at the moment. [('PLACE', 'united states')] [('PLACE', 'united states')] help. We have to do this collectively. We have to do this collectively. [] [] they agree. In many cases, as we all know, they very much disagree, and that also helps the debate in those many cases, as we all know, they very much disagree, and that helps to debate also in those areas. [] [] it to me. You have this big You have this big house here. [] [] Dutch union and I am absolutely convinced that, in those days, she would have fully agreed with what I have just Union and I'm absolutely convinced that in those days she would fully agree with what I've just stated [('NORP', 'dutch'), ('WHEN', 'those days')] [] Secondly, on migration here today I reach out my hand to Italy because I know that they have to deal with an extremely difficult situation. Secondly, on migration. I here today reach out my hand to Italy, because I know that they have to deal with an extremely difficult situation. [('QUANT', 'secondly'), ('WHEN', 'today'), ('PLACE', 'italy')] [('QUANT', 'secondly'), ('WHEN', 'today'), ('PLACE', 'italy')] Thank you all for participating in this debate. Thank you all for participating in this debate. [] [] I am absolutely convinced that we cannot just say there are new tasks which have to be funded and, at the same time, we cannot find savings in the existing budget. That is the plea I am making here. That is exactly what all the Member States have to do. I believe that simply saying we have to go And I'm absolutely convinced we cannot just say there are new tasks which have to be funded, and at the same time we cannot find savings in the existing budgets. And that is the plea I'm making here. That's exactly what all the member states have to do. And just saying we have to go to one [] [('QUANT', 'one')] There were so many questions, I cannot answer all of them but I have tried to bring them back to basically four key issues. So many questions, I cannot answer all of them. But I've tried to bring them back to basically four key issues. [('QUANT', 'four')] [('QUANT', 'four')] This is also my answer to Mr Bashir on this issue better guarding of our borders and working on better return mechanisms for rejected asylum seekers. This is also my answer to Mr. Bashir on this issue. Better guarding our borders and working on better return mechanisms for rejected asylum seekers. [('PERSON', 'bashir')] [('PERSON', 'bashir')] But I also eagerly await the Italian Government's national measures because they have to do a lot in order to manage the inflow of illegal migrants better, and then they know that we stand ready to show solidarity and, as the European Union, to work collectively to address this issue, which no doubt will be with us for years to come. But I also eagerly await the Italian government's national measures, because they have to do a lot to better manage the inflow of illegal migrants. And then they know that we stand ready to show solidarity and also as a European Union to work collectively to address this issue, which will be with us for the years to come. [('NORP', 'italian'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('WHEN', 'years')] [('NORP', 'italian'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('WHEN', 'for')] Europe. I believe that social affairs have to stay at a national level, but when social affairs have a cross border impact then Europe also needs to get involved. I believe social affairs has to stay at the national level. But when social affairs have a cross-border impact, then also Europe needs to get involved. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] level. We also have to remain focused and this is crucial on structural We also have to remain focused, and this is crucial on structural reforms. [] [] It's about time that the Council fingers point not at those who act like the new government in Spain but at those who do not act. time that the council fingers not at those who act like the new government in Spain, but to those who do not act. [('ORG', 'council'), ('PLACE', 'spain')] [('PLACE', 'spain')] Number two the question cannot be externalised and the answer cannot be simply repressive. Number two, the question cannot be externalized and the answer cannot be simply repressive. [('QUANT', 'number two')] [('QUANT', 'two')] It has to be holistic and preventive. be holistic and preventive. [] [] But then you have to explain to us how this is compatible this giant external European Union with an internal dwarf European Union. But then you have to explain us how this is compatible, this giant external European Union with an internal dwarf European Union. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('ORG', 'dwarf'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] This is not sustainable. This is not sustainable. [] [] And let me put a final question do you really believe that one per cent of the budget, one per cent of GDP, is the fast track the big way for the big government of the European institutions? And let me put a final question. Do you really believe that 1% of budget, 1% of GDP is the fast track, the big way for the big government of European institutions? [('QUANT', 'one per cent'), ('QUANT', 'one per cent'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('QUANT', '1'), ('QUANT', '1'), ('ORG', 'gdp'), ('NORP', 'european')] Please, be reasonable. Please, be reasonable. [] [] About 80 of all new jobs in the European Union have been created by SMEs, and in my own constituency of Dublin about 400 people are employed by about 100 companies in the SME sector. About 80% of all the new jobs in the European Union have been created by SMEs and my own constituency of Dublin about 400,000 people are employed by about 100,000 companies in the SMEs sector. [('QUANT', '80'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'dublin'), ('QUANT', '400'), ('QUANT', '100')] [('QUANT', '80'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('ORG', 'dublin'), ('QUANT', '400'), ('QUANT', '100')] The challenge that we have at the moment is about jobs, jobs, jobs, and we must bend over backwards to try and protect existing employment and, hopefully, in the years ahead try and create new jobs. The challenge that we have at the moment is about jobs, jobs, jobs. And we must bend over backwards to try and protect existing employment and hopefully in the years ahead try and create new jobs. [('WHEN', 'the years ahead')] [] That is absolutely essential for all of us. That is absolutely essential for all of us. [] [] If we want to get our small businesses and employment to stabilise in the European Union and in each individual Member State, we must do everything we possibly can to try and save them. And if we want to get our small businesses and get employment to stabilize in the European Union and in each individual member state, we must do everything we possibly can to try and save them. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] We must do all we possibly can at the moment to support these companies in difficult times. We must do all we possibly can at the moment to support these companies in difficult times. [] [] The sectors most affected are mining, extractive industries, agri—business, hydroelectric dams and water rights and logging. The sectors most affected are mining, extractive industries, agribusiness, hydroelectric dams and water rights and logging. [] [] 2015. In 2016, there were around four murders per week and this murderous trend went on this year. In 2016, there were around four murders per week, and this murderous trend went on in this year. [('WHEN', '2015'), ('WHEN', '2016'), ('QUANT', 'four'), ('WHEN', 'this year')] [('WHEN', 'in'), ('WHEN', '2016'), ('QUANT', 'four'), ('WHEN', 'this')] The EU and its Member States are clearly not doing enough to ensure corporate accountability and legal redress. and the EU and its member states are clearly not doing enough to ensure corporate accountability and legal redress. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] This annual report includes strong language on the shrinking space for civil society, including the call for an EU monitoring mechanism for cases of violations of freedom of assembly and association. And this annual report includes strong language on the shrinking space for civil society, including the call for an EU monitoring mechanism for cases of violations of freedom of assembly and association. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Environmental human rights defenders like her are under threat when they oppose the interests of corporations and governments. Environmental human rights defenders like her are under threat when they oppose the interests of corporations and governments. [] [] Hungary, where one can witness cronyism at its finest, is a perfect example to demonstrate this problem. Hungary, where one can witness cronism at its finest, is a perfect example to demonstrate this problem. [('PLACE', 'hungary')] [('PLACE', 'hungary'), ('ORG', 'cr')] First, introduction of targeted measures against individuals responsible for grave human rights violations, and second, providing active support for civil society groups and defenders of human rights. I would like here to extend our sympathy and support for the Iranian people who have, since the end of last year, First, introduction of targeted measures against individuals responsible for grave human rights violations, and second, providing active support for civil society groups and defenders of human rights. I would like here to extend our sympathy and support for Iranian people who have, since the end of last year, [('QUANT', 'first'), ('QUANT', 'second'), ('NORP', 'iranian'), ('WHEN', 'end of last year')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('QUANT', 'second'), ('NORP', 'iranian'), ('WHEN', 'end of last')] This is coming back to us after successful conclusion of the negotiations, and I would like to thank the shadow rapporteurs, and also the Commission for its assistance in facilitating this deal, which actually places demands on facilities so that the practice known as beaching' is not possible any more, and that is a great step forward. This is coming back to us after a successful conclusion of the negotiations, and I would like to thank the shatter reporters and the commission also for its assistance in facilitating this deal, which actually put demands on facilities so that the practice known as beaching is not anymore possible, and that's a great step forward. [] [] When you look at the situation in Greece, it is difficult. When you look at the situation in Greece, it's difficult. [('PLACE', 'greece')] [('PLACE', 'greece')] Of course, a lot of the things in that agreement between the Union and the Member States and Turkey have to be dealt with and elaborated on and those individual aspects will of course, when it is legally bound to be dealt with by the proper institutions. Of course, a lot of the things in that agreement between the Union and the Member States and Turkey have to be dealt with and have to be elaborated on, and those individual aspects will, of course, when it's legally bound to be dealt with with the proper institutions. [('PLACE', 'union'), ('PLACE', 'turkey')] [('PLACE', 'union'), ('PLACE', 'turkey')] The border will not be opening again. The border will not be opening again. [] [] We need to work at full speed on a European border guard system, on a revision of Dublin and on more structural European solutions. We need to work full speed on a European border guard system on revision of Dublin and on more structural European solutions. [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'dublin'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'european')] It is not the solution. It is an outline of possible solutions and it is the beginning of the implementation and hard work that has been done and has to be done. not the solution. It's an outline of possible solutions and it's the beginning of the implementation and hard work that has been done and has to be done. [] [] You cannot survive being at sea so you have to engage with the country on the other side and you have to engage with countries on the other side of the external borders. So agreement with Turkey would have been necessary in any case. You can't survive being at sea, so you have to engage with the other country on the other side. You have to engage with countries on the other side of the external borders. So agreement with Turkey was necessary in any case. [('PLACE', 'turkey')] [('PLACE', 'turkey')] There are a lot of things to be built up from scratch. There are a lot of things to be billed from scratch. [] [] So we are seeing improvements, we are seeing positive effects already, but we also realise that a lot has to be done. So we're seeing improvements, we're seeing positive effects already, but we also realize that our lot has to be done. [] [] The Greek Government is also doing what it can to help, and Member States are supporting it. Greek government is doing what they can to help and member states are supporting it. [('NORP', 'greek')] [('NORP', 'greek')] Part of the way it dealt with it before was by NGOs supplying the food. A part of the way it dealt with it before was NGOs doing the food supply. [] [] But one thing has to be clear their only solution is to apply for asylum in Greece, get into that system and offer themselves up for relocation. But one thing has to be clear, their only solution is to apply for asylum in Greece, get into that system and offer themselves up for relocation. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'greece')] [('PLACE', 'greece')] But in our position it is not an agreement within the legal meaning of Article 218 of the Treaty. in our position, not an agreement within the legal meaning of Article 218 of the treaty. [('LAW', 'article 218')] [('LAW', 'article 218 of the treaty')] It offers us new challenges that are more manageable than the old ones that we had to face last year, but they are still challenges, and they still lead to a lot of work and a lot of improvement that we are doing on a day—by day, week by week basis. and it offers us new challenges that are more manageable than the old ones that we had to face last year, but they are still challenges and they still lead to a lot of work and a lot of improvement that we are doing on a day-by-day and week-by-week basis. [('WHEN', 'last year')] [('WHEN', 'last year'), ('WHEN', 'day'), ('WHEN', 'week')] It is quite clear that they have a right to be heard, they have a right to a procedure and they have a right to an appeal. They are processed regularly. It's fully clear that they have a right to be heard. They have a right to a procedure. They have a right to an appeal. They are processed regularly. [] [] That has happened and a lot of work has to be done in practice to improve the plight of the people in the reception facilities and also to get this new system of readmission started. and then the debt has happened and a lot of work has to be done in practice to improve the plight of the people in the reception facilities and also get this new system of readmission started. [] [] We are also combining this with getting more of a grip on who is coming to the European Member States for protection and who is being offered protection in the region and in Turkey. We are also combining it with getting more of a grip on who is coming to the European Member States for protection and who is offered protection in the region and in Turkey. [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'turkey')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'turkey')] be very aware that there is a risk of other routes and that we have to work hard to find solutions to prevent those routes from leading to a large influx, posing Member States with a lot of issues and to put it most horribly having the refugees and the migrants, whether regular or not, putting their lives at great risk aware that there's a risk of other routes and that we have to work hard on finding solutions to prevent those routes from leading to a large influx posing member states with a lot of issues and most horribly having the refugees and the migrants be regular or not, putting their lives at great risk again. [] [] We also commend the hard work being done on the Turkish side to improve the situation of the refugees they harbour they harbour millions there so it is a lot of work and also the legal safeguards and the legal position of those people has been improved by Turkey, which helps us enormously in making this agreement work and having a better solution than we had before. We also commend the hard work being done on the Turkish side for improving the situation of the refugees. They harbor millions there, so it's a lot of work. But also the legal safeguards and the legal position of those people is improved by Turkey, which helps us enormously in making this agreement work and having a better solution than we had before. [('NORP', 'turkish'), ('QUANT', 'millions'), ('PLACE', 'turkey')] [('NORP', 'turkish'), ('NORP', 'refugees'), ('QUANT', 'millions'), ('PLACE', 'turkey')] So we are seeing improvements every day, but we fully realise, as Member States and as the Council, that we are not there yet and a lot has to be done. We see improvements every day, but we fully realize, as members say, and as Council, that we are not there yet, and a lot has to be done. [('ORG', 'council')] [('ORG', 'council')] I think that is the biggest benefit we can already see from this agreement. see. I think that's the biggest benefit we can already see from this agreement. [] [] Of course other Member States have to do a lot as well. Of course, other member states have to do a lot as well. [] [] Let me say from the Council perspective and the Member States' perspective that this is not a perfect solution, but it is the best solution that we can find right now. Let me say from the council perspective and the member states perspective, this is not a perfect solution, but it is the best solution that we can find right now. [] [] Unfortunately, for the time being, it seems to me that we are not on the way to reducing this uncertainty. Unfortunately, for the time being, it seems to me that we are not on the way to reduce this uncertainty. [] [] Brexit is an unfortunate reality, but we have to move on. Brexit is an unfortunate reality, but we have to move on. [('WHEN', 'brexit')] [('WHEN', 'brexit')] We I think I should rephrase that most of us believe in a future Europe that upholds the fundamental value of solidarity on issues like migration, and in a Europe that strives to guarantee the safety and security of its citizens. We -- I think I should rephrase that -- most of us believe in a future Europe that upholds the fundamental value of solidarity on issues like migration, and in a Europe that strives to guarantee the safety and security of its citizens. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] We must use as a basic platform the established principles respect for human rights and dignity, freedom, equality and rule of law. We must use as a basic platform the established principles, respect for human rights and dignity, freedom, equality, and rule of law. [] [] Any progress registered on the future of Europe must be followed up and translated into action. And the progress registered on the future of Europe must be followed up and translated into action. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] Having spent almost nine years myself in this institution, I know how crucial and meaningful Parliament's continuous role and participation is in this defining moment for the future shaping of the European project. Colleagues, we need to draw on this momentum and galvanise and energise our forces to forge a stronger, better Union. Having spent almost nine years myself in this institution, I know how crucial and meaningful the parliament's continuous role and participation is in this defining moment for the future shaping of the European project. Colleagues, we need to draw on this momentum and galvanize and energize our forces to forge a stronger, better union. [('WHEN', 'nine years'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'union')] [('WHEN', 'nine years')] We believe that success belongs to those who can harness positive forces that unite rather than divide. We believe that success belongs to those who can harness positive forces that unite rather than divide. [] [] Current indicators show that we have, once again, started to register successes. We believe that the Union should be should be robustly positioned to shape and manage better globalisation, not merely react to it. and the current indicators show that we have once again started to register successes. We believe that the union should be robustly positioned to shape and manage better globalization, not merely react to it. [('PLACE', 'union')] [] This could pave the way for the eventual erosion of unity. This could pave the way for the eventual erosion of the unity. [] [] A strong Europe is needed to bring about the right balance in a world order which is shifting. A strong Europe is needed to bring about the right balance in a world order which is shifting. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] Some options, to me, seem to be more attractive than others and, who knows, there may be other options which have not yet been brought to the table. Some options to me seem to be more attractive than others. And who knows, there may be other options which have not yet been brought to the table. [] [] We must face up to the reality that Europeans' horizons have shifted. We must face up to the reality that the European horizon has shifted. [('NORP', 'europeans')] [('NORP', 'european')] Having said that, reform does not mean a whole redesign of Europe. Having said that, reform does not mean a whole redesign of Europe. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] We have a fragile balancing act to perform a balance between flexibility, which is not so loose as to threaten the meaning of a real Union, and intransigent rigidity which would undermine the whole process of the European project. We have a fragile balancing act to follow, a balance between flexibility, which is not so loose as to threaten the meaning of a real union, and in transit and rigidity, which would undermine the whole process of the European project. [('PLACE', 'union'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] We believe in creating better conditions for growth, jobs and higher living standards through the Union's single market. We believe in creating better conditions for growth, jobs and for higher living standards through the union single market. [('PLACE', 'union')] [] These are the values that reflect the soul of the Union and form the core of any future Europe. These are the values that reflect the soul of the Union and form the core of any future Europe. [('PLACE', 'union'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'union'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Yes, we are living in times of extraordinary unpredictability and it would be a big mistake to underestimate the major setbacks and challenges, but it would be an even bigger mistake to fall into a negative mind set and resign ourselves to doing nothing. Yes, we are living in times of extraordinary unpredictability, and it would be a big mistake to underestimate the major setbacks and challenges, but it would be an even bigger mistake to fall into a negative mindset and resign ourselves to doing nothing. [] [] the European Union is not about Brussels, it is not about Strasbourg, nor is it about the institutions to which many of us involved in today's debate belong. The European Union is not about Brussels. It is not about Strasbourg, nor is it about the institutions to which many of us involved in today's debate belong. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'brussels'), ('PLACE', 'strasbourg'), ('WHEN', 'today')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'brussels'), ('PLACE', 'strasbourg'), ('WHEN', 'today')] Never has there been a more important time for Member States and the institutions to remain united, never has there been such a crucial time for all of us to focus on the big picture and shut out potentially distracting, unnecessarily divisive issues. Never has there been a more important time for member states and the institutions to remain united. Never has there been a crucial time for all of us to focus on the big picture and shut out potentially distracting unnecessary divisive issues. [] [] It has nothing in common with the democracies of Europe and therefore Turkey should never ever be allowed to join the European Union. nothing in common with the democracies of Europe and therefore take it should never ever be allowed to join the European Union. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'turkey'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'take'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] But they were men and women of their time, as it is a treaty of its time. But they were men and women of their time, as it is a treaty of its time. [] [] Because what began as a noble economic plan has morphed into a political monster, egged on by successive Eurocrats, who are hungry for ever more power and determined to destroy the nation state. Because what began as a noble economic plan has morphed into a political monster, egged on by successive Eurocrats who are hungry for ever more power and determined to destroy the nation state. [] [] What continues to amaze me is that you never learn. And what continues to amaze me is that you never learn. [] [] You talk about an existential crisis but you say what is needed is even more EU. You are fiddling whilst the Treaty of Rome burns. So what I will say is simply this I urge caution when you are celebrating next week, because Brexit could trigger a floodgate whereby other countries leave that same Treaty you are celebrating next week. You talk about an existential crisis, but you say what's needed is even more EU. You are fiddling whilst the Treaty of Rome burns. So what I will say is simply this, I urge you to caution when you're celebrating next week, because Brexit could trigger a floodgate whereby other countries leave that same treaty you are celebrating next week. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('LAW', 'treaty of rome'), ('WHEN', 'next week'), ('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('WHEN', 'next week')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('LAW', 'treaty'), ('WHEN', 'rome'), ('WHEN', 'next week'), ('PLACE', 'brexit'), ('WHEN', 'next week')] To Dawit Isaak and his family, I just want to say that you have many friends in this Parliament and we will not stay silent until the day Dawit Isaak is back home in Sweden in safety. To David Isak and his family, I just want to say that you have many friends in this parliament and we will not stay silent until the day David Isak is back home in Sweden in safety. [('PERSON', 'dawit isaak'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PERSON', 'dawit isaak'), ('PLACE', 'sweden')] [('PERSON', 'david isak'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PERSON', 'david isak'), ('PLACE', 'sweden')] Dreaming and peacefully acting for democracy must never be a crime. Dreaming and peacefully acting for democracy must never be a crime. [] [] For 19 years, his wife and his children have tried to do everything they can to get him released. For 19 years, his wife and his children have tried to do everything they can to get him released. [('WHEN', '19 years')] [('WHEN', 'for'), ('WHEN', '19 years')] There is something rotten in the world when people can be jailed and in the worst cases, be deprived of their lives, just because they dream of a better society, a better world. It is something rotten in a world when people can be jailed and in worst cases be deprived their lives just because they dream of a better society, a better world. [] [] Mr President, first and foremost, I want to thank all my colleagues for the good cooperation that has made this resolution possible an urgency that talks about real people's lives, because oppression and injustice are not only words. First and foremost, I want to thank all my colleagues for a good cooperation that has made this resolution possible. An urgency that talks about real people's lives because oppression and injustice are not only words. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] Martin Luther King wisely once said In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends.' Martin Luther King wisely once said, "In the end, we will remember not the words of our enemies, but the silence of our friends." [('PERSON', 'martin luther king')] [('PERSON', 'martin luther king')] Furthermore, the Council's Legal Service has been requested to provide an opinion, and the Presidency is now waiting for this opinion before continuing the discussions. Furthermore, the Council Legal Service has been requested to provide an opinion, and the presidency is now waiting for this opinion before continuing the discussion. [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'legal service')] [('ORG', 'council legal service')] Madam President, I would like to thank you very much for giving me the opportunity to deliver, on behalf of the Commission, a statement on the Nord Stream 2 project. I know that this continues to be a subject to which many of you attach a high importance and which we have discussed already Thank you, Madam President, honorable members. Thank you very much for giving me the opportunity to deliver on behalf of the Commission a statement on the Nord Stream 2 project. I know that this continues to be a subject to which many of you attach a high importance. [] [('LAW', 'nord stream')] Three different approaches to the Mandate can be distinguished at this stage in the Council. Three different approaches to the mandate can be distinguished at this stage in the Council. [('QUANT', 'three'), ('ORG', 'council')] [] a number of times. a number of times. [] [] First, there is a significant number of Member States which are clearly in favour of the Mandate. First, there is a significant number of member states which are clearly in favor of the mandate. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] efficient in our support. Let me touch on a couple of things the Commissioner also said about it. efficient in our support and let me touch a couple of things the commissioner also said about it. [] [] This is combining help on one hand, for emergencies as the Commissioner said, and prevention for the future. And this is combining help and one-hand emergency, as the commissioner said, and prevention for the future. [] [] support for people and also for the future. support for people and also for the future. [] [] There can be a combination of those tools. There can be a combination of those two. [] [('QUANT', 'two')] I think the biggest thing is that we are enabling things to happen. I think the biggest thing is that we are abling things to happen. [] [] We need to share info, and for that we need all the platforms where we can easily share information, and also where we can share the big data, which is very important with the ICT. We need to share info and for that we need all the platforms where we can easily share the information and also where we can share the big data which is very important with the ICT. [] [] that should be understood. be understood. [] [] It was an incredibly complicated time. It was incredibly complicated time. [] [] So, instead of blaming and criticising especially personally some people at the ECB, we should appreciate what they did, for the way our economy has got out of the crisis, for the jobs they saved, actually improving the situation in Europe. So instead of actually blaming and criticizing, especially personally some people at ECB, we should appreciate what they did for the way how our economy has got out of the crisis, for the jobs they saved, actually improve the situation in Europe. [('ORG', 'ecb'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('ORG', 'ecb'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Mr President, in May 2010, Parliament voted for the Single Market to be perceived as a holistic, unified project, finding an equilibrium between an open SME friendly economy and a citizen's social and basic rights. Mr. President, in May 2010, the European Parliament voted for the single market to be perceived as a holistic unified project, finding an equilibrium between an open and semi-friendly economy and citizens' social and basic rights. [('WHEN', 'may 2010'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] [('WHEN', 'may 2010'), ('ORG', 'european parliament')] However, this proud place comes with responsibilities. However, this proud place comes with responsibilities. [] [] We need to look further, we need to address the major large scale political question as well. We need to look further. We need to address the major large-scale political question as well. [] [] They haven't got a clue. They don't have a plan. They will continue giving billions of our money to the EU and are completely split on whether to carry out the result of the referendum or not. They haven't got a clue. They don't have a plan. They will continue giving billions of our money to the EU and they're completely split on whether to carry out the result of a referendum or not. [('QUANT', 'billions'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('QUANT', 'billions of our'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] The Tories have agreed to hand nearly GBP 40 billion over to the EU as a punishment for having a democratic decision to leave. The Tories have agreed to hand nearly £40 billion over to the EU as a punishment for having a democratic decision to leave. [('ORG', 'tories'), ('QUANT', 'gbp 40 billion'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('NORP', 'tories'), ('QUANT', '40 billion'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] The Tories have had two years to come up with a position on Brexit and show us a blueprint of what an independent Britain would look like. The tourists have had two years to come up with a position on Brexit and show us a blueprint of what an independent Britain would look like. [('NORP', 'tories'), ('WHEN', 'two years'), ('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('PLACE', 'britain')] [('WHEN', 'two years'), ('PLACE', 'brexit'), ('NORP', 'britain')] The recent Commission statement of estimates showed that the UK will be handing over EUR The recent Commission's statement of estimates showed that the UK will be handing over [('PLACE', 'uk')] [('PLACE', 'uk')] This citizens' charter would clearly outline citizens' rights and obligations within the Single Market, especially for European citizens who want to move, sell, shop and work across borders. The urgent need for such an initiative was confirmed by the Commission's study on citizens' top 20 concerns, The citizens' charter would clearly outline citizens' rights and obligations within the single market, especially for European citizens who want to move, sell, shop, and work across borders. The urgent need for such an initiative was confirmed by the Commission's citizens' top 20 concerns. [('NORP', 'european'), ('QUANT', '20')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('QUANT', '20')] The Commission must now address these concerns by presenting the top 20 solutions as soon as possible, to restore the crucial variable of credibility among citizens to the Market. The Commission must now address these concerns by presenting the top 20 solutions as soon as possible to restore the crucial variable of credibility among citizens to the market. [('QUANT', '20')] [('QUANT', 'top'), ('QUANT', '20')] These measures would correct consumers' and SMEs' negative perceptions of the Single Market, thereby boosting their participation in the market and reassuring the citizens that the EU works for them. These measures would correct consumers and the semi-negative perception of the single market, thereby boosting their participation in the market and reassuring the citizens that the EU works for them. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] There is no way out, and if he says well, perhaps a month or two later', I will not accept There is no way out. And if you say, if he says, well, perhaps a month or two later, I will not accept. [('WHEN', 'a month or two later')] [('WHEN', 'a month or two later')] The situation in the DRC is indeed terrible and it has been this way for quite a while, and I am deeply concerned about the handling of the current issue with regard to the Kasai province. The situation in the DRC is indeed terrible, and it has been this way for quite a while. And I am deeply concerned about the handling of the current issue with regard to the Qazai province. [('PLACE', 'drc'), ('PLACE', 'kasai')] [('ORG', 'drc'), ('PLACE', 'qazai'), ('WHEN', 'province')] prepare the elections properly. Prepare the elections properly. [] [] I think we should not accept anything unless there's really a broad consensus with all political stakeholders. I think we should not accept anything unless there's really a broad consensus with all political stakeholders. [] [] I would like to see the High Representative, despite her comprehensive explanations, and the Commission take on an even more prominent role. I would like to see you, Madame Heim, representative, despite your comprehensive explanations and the commission to take on an even more prominent role. [] [('PERSON', 'heim')] And of course we took the decision in September 2015 for the package of about EUR 420 million, and of course it was done to directly support farmers and to see how we can leverage the supply and demand. Member States and Commissioner Hogan will probably say something about it And, of course, we took the decision in September 2015 for the package of about €420 million. And, of course, it was done to directly support farmers and to see how we can leverage the supply and demand. And Member States, our Commissioner Hogan, probably will say something about it. [('WHEN', 'september 2015'), ('QUANT', 'eur 420 million'), ('PERSON', 'hogan')] [('WHEN', 'september 2015'), ('QUANT', '420 million'), ('PERSON', 'hogan')] It is also clear that it should be a joint effort, a joint effort by the Council, the European Parliament, the European Commission, but also by the producers themselves. And it's also clear that it should be a joint effort, a joint effort by the Council, by the European Parliament, by the European Commission, but also by the producers themselves. [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('ORG', 'european commission')] [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('ORG', 'european')] The situation in the agricultural markets in many of the Member States is very difficult and severe, especially in the dairy sector, and the Council is fully aware of this situation and shares the concerns of the farmers who have to cope with these difficult problems. The situation in the agricultural markets in many of the member states is very difficult and severe, especially in the dairy sector. And the Council is fully aware of this situation and do share the concerns of the farmers who have to cope with these difficult problems. [('ORG', 'council')] [('ORG', 'council')] That will be on the agenda of the June Council to be discussed by the Council, Member States and the Commission. that will be on the agenda for the June Council to be discussed by the Council, Member States, and the Commission. [('WHEN', 'june'), ('WHEN', 'council'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('ORG', 'june')] are still implementing those measures. are still implementing those measures. [] [] In March, we took 16 additional measures, together with the Commission and the Council, and those measures relate to intervention measures, they relate to promotion measures, to exports, as well as the possibility for Member States to give additional state aid. In March, we took 16 additional measures, together with the European Commission and the Council. And those measures relate to intervention measures. They relate to promotion measures, to export, as well as the possibility for member states to give additional state aid. [('WHEN', 'march'), ('QUANT', '16'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('WHEN', 'march'), ('QUANT', '16'), ('ORG', 'european commission'), ('ORG', 'council')] But also at the last Council it was clear that many Member States have stated that if we are again going to take additional measures, they have to be linked to a reduction of milk production. But also, in the last council, it was clear that many member states have stated that if we are going to take again additional measures, they have to be linked to the reduction of the bill production. [] [] You see an average increase of milk production of about between 5 and 6, but that is not the case in every Member State so whilst stating that we need a European answer, at the same time we need flexibility for the Member States to implement measures which are suitable for the national circumstances. You see an average increase of the milk production of about between 5 and 6 percent, but it's not the case in every member state. So while stating that we need the European answer, at the same time we need flexibility for the member states to implement measures which are suitable for the national circumstances. [('QUANT', '5'), ('QUANT', '6'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('QUANT', 'between'), ('QUANT', '5'), ('NORP', 'european')] Mr President, I would like to thank all the Members of Parliament for their remarks but also for their suggestions, and certainly the Presidency will take them with us to our next discussion in the Council of June, because there we are going to discuss again the very severe situation in the dairy sector as well as the need for additional measures. Thank you very much, Mr. President. And I would like to thank all the members of parliament for their remarks, but also for their suggestions. And certainly, the presidency will take them with us to our next discussion in the Council of June, because there we are going to discuss, again, of course, the very severe situation in their sector as [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('WHEN', 'june')] [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('WHEN', 'council')] I would like to reiterate what was said by Commissioner Hogan that the Commission and the Council were not resting on their laurels. And I would like to reiterate what was said by Commissioner Hogan that the Commission and the Council were not resting on their lowers. [('PERSON', 'hogan'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('PERSON', 'hogan'), ('ORG', 'council')] Many measures have been taken, not only in September but also in March, and of course we see some effects of those measures perhaps not enough, but there are effects of those measures, and the situation could have been worse if we did not have taken those measures. Many measures have been taken not only in September, but also in March. And, of course, we see some effects of those measures. Perhaps not enough, but there are effects of those measures. And the situation could have been worse if we didn't have taken those measures. [('WHEN', 'september'), ('WHEN', 'march')] [('WHEN', 'september'), ('WHEN', 'march')] And yes, I would like to reiterate that we need a European approach. And yes, I would like to reiterate that we need the European approach. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] And it is clear that the Council also stated that we do not want to go back to a quota system. I agree with what was said by Mr Huitema, that we have to improve the situation of the farmers in the supply chain. And it's clear that the council also stated that we don't want to go back to a quota system. And I agree with what was said by Mr. Huitema that we have to improve the situation of the farmer in the supply chain. [('ORG', 'council'), ('PERSON', 'huitema')] [('PERSON', 'huitema')] We have to give them a fair price for their products. We have to give them a fair price for their products. [] [] Therefore the work of the market taskforce installed by the European Commission is so important, and in the June Council we have the first report of this taskforce and hopefully we get some interesting and creative ideas. Therefore, the work of the market task force installed by the European Commission is so important. And in the June Council, we will have a first report of this task force, and hopefully we get some interesting and creative ideas. [('ORG', 'european commission'), ('WHEN', 'june'), ('WHEN', 'council'), ('QUANT', 'first')] [('ORG', 'european commission'), ('ORG', 'june')] But at the same time, of course, we have to support those farmers and see how we can help them balancing supply and demand. But at the same time, of course, we have to support those farmers and to see how we can help them valeting supply and demand. [] [] It is not the Dutch model of the Dutch Government but it is also the Dutch model of the Dutch dairy producers, and they are looking into niche markets, into improving quality, into new market concepts. And it is not the Dutch model of the Dutch government, but it is also the Dutch model of the Dutch dairy producers. And they are looking into niche markets, into improving quality into new market concepts. [('NORP', 'dutch'), ('NORP', 'dutch'), ('NORP', 'dutch'), ('NORP', 'dutch')] [('NORP', 'dutch'), ('NORP', 'dutch'), ('NORP', 'dutch'), ('NORP', 'dutch')] But they are also now at this moment discussing possibilities of reduction of the milk production in the Netherlands on a voluntary basis, and I think it is up to the Council in June to see how we can support those initiatives of farmers' organisations to reduce the milk production. We are also now at this moment discussing possibilities of reduction of the milk production in the Netherlands on a voluntary basis. And I think it's up to the Council in June to see how we can support those initiatives of farmers' organizations to reduce the milk production. [('PLACE', 'netherlands'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('WHEN', 'june')] [('PLACE', 'netherlands'), ('WHEN', 'june')] That's always appreciated, and I believe we have come up with a good report. was appreciated, and I believe we have come up with a good report. [] [] Because the patronising attitude that we've had in the past has made us look second or third in line in terms of preference of many recipient states, and that effects the notional validity of the partnership was well. because the patronizing attitude that we've had in the past has made us look second or third in line in terms of preference of many recipient states, and that affects the notional validity of the partnership as well. [('QUANT', 'second'), ('QUANT', 'third')] [('QUANT', 'second'), ('QUANT', 'third')] in one of my amendments and supported by the rapporteur refers to the fact that Member States, Europol and Eurojust are not granted the possibility to communicate data to non Member States and third countries because of the absence of sufficient data protection in those countries. in one of my amendments and supported by the rapporteur refers to the fact that member states, Europol and Eurojust, are not granted the possibility to communicate data to non-member states, and third countries because of the absence of sufficient data protection in those countries. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('ORG', 'europol'), ('ORG', 'eurojust'), ('QUANT', 'third')] [('QUANT', 'one'), ('ORG', 'europol'), ('ORG', 'eurojust'), ('QUANT', 'third')] In my opinion, the review of the customs information system as reflected by the report is necessary in order to adapt it better to the control services' requirements and to allow a limited number of users to carry out analyses of the information contained in the system. In my opinion, the review of the customs information system as reflected by the report is necessary in order to adapt it better to the control services requirements and to allow a limited number of users to carry out analysis of the information contained in the system. [] [] The review will also increase the effectiveness of the cooperation and control procedures of the customs administrations due to the joint, automated information system which will assist in preventing, investigating and prosecuting serious contraventions of national laws. The review will also increase the effectiveness of the cooperation and control procedures of the customs administrations due to the joint automated information system that will assist in preventing, investigating and persecuting serious contraventions of national laws. [] [] Sometimes I have the feeling that there is a little too much of this innovative energy. We, in the Green Group, believe that the report is an important one the aim of it is a very legitimate and crucial one for the time. Sometimes I have the feeling that a little too much of this innovative energy. We in the Green Group believe that the report is an important one. The aim of it is a very legitimate and crucial one for the time. [('ORG', 'green group')] [('ORG', 'green group')] Had it been about unleashing the full potential of the Lisbon Treaty in the field of security and defence, we would have been in full support. Has it been about unleashing the full potential of the Lisbon Treaty? In the field of security and defense, we would be in full support. [('LAW', 'lisbon treaty')] [('LAW', 'lisbon treaty')] It would be an agency without transparency, parliamentary oversight, let alone control. We are in full support of centralisation it makes sense in this field, but not in this way, without any accountability whatsoever. It would be an agency without transparency, parliamentary oversight, let alone control. We are in full support of centralization. It makes sense in this field, but not in this way without any accountability whatsoever. [] [] Secondly, we believe that, before committing large amounts of fresh money to defence and security, we should explore the full potential of efficiency gains through cooperation, and only after this should we consider additional funding that might be available through the European Union budget or from Member States. Secondly, we believe that before committing large amounts of fresh money to defense and security, we should explore the full potential of efficiency gains through cooperation, and only after this shall we consider additional funding that might be available through the European Union budget or from member states. [('QUANT', 'secondly'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('QUANT', 'secondly'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] These are the main reasons why our Group is unable to support the report, even though we are committed to a stronger European common defence and security policy and there are many very good ideas in the report in general. These are the main reasons why our group is unable to support the report even though we are committed to a stronger European common defense and security policy and there are many very good ideas in the report in general. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] and aggressive fiscal planning. and aggressive fiscal planning. [] [] They have the potential to enable us to solve many of the critical problems confronting us. they have the potential to enable us to solve many of the critical problems confronting us. [] [] In order for it to be effective, bridging the digital divide has to be mainstreamed into every other policy area in accordance with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. In order for it to be effective, bridging the digital divide has to be mainstream into every other police area with accordance with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. [('ORG', 'united nations')] [('ORG', 'united nations')] Digital technologies have huge potential in terms of reducing poverty, increasing the competitiveness of the economy and creating employment opportunities. Digital technologies have a huge potential in terms of reducing poverty, increasing the competitiveness of economy and creating employment opportunities. [] [] The private sector needs to get involved and play a role through its expertise and innovation know how. private sector needs to get involved and play a role through its expertise and innovation know-how. [] [] At the same time, a huge increase in mobile services is securing across the planet and the numbers of mobile users are now surpassing the numbers of people having access to electricity, sanitation or clean water. At the same time, huge increase in mobile services is occurring across the planet and the numbers of mobile users are now surpassing the numbers of people having access to electricity, sanitation or clean water. [] [] In the European Consensus on Development which is a crucial document on development policy of the EU and its Member States, we can find the bold statement that they will continue to support information and communication technologies in developing countries as powerful enablers of inclusive growth and sustainable development. In the European consensus on development, which is a crucial document on development policy of the EU and its member states, we can find the bold statement that they will continue to support information and communication technologies in developing countries as powerful and address of inclusive growth and sustainable development. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('LAW', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] We are all aware of the fact that in this area of developing cooperation, public funding will not be sufficient for a truly transformative digitalisation process. We're all aware of the fact that also in this area of development cooperation, public funding will not be sufficient for a truly transformative digitalization process. [] [] According to the 2016 World Development Report on Digital Dividends, six billion people lack access to high speed internet and four billion still have no internet access at all. According to the 2016 World Development Report on digital dividends, 6 billion people lack access to high-speed internet and 4 billion still have no internet access at all. [('QUANT', 'six billion'), ('QUANT', 'four billion')] [('WHEN', '2016'), ('QUANT', '6 billion'), ('QUANT', '4 billion')] In order to realise these goals, both developing countries and developed countries, as well as all actors both public and private need to maximise and join their efforts. In order to realize these goals, both developing countries and developed countries, as well as all actors, both public and private, need to maximize and join their efforts. [] [] Special attention has been given to supporting digital literacy and skills to empower people, especially women, and people in vulnerable and marginalised situations to promote social inclusion and to facilitate the participation in democratic governance and the digital economy. Special attention has been given to supporting digital literacy and skills to empower people, especially women, and people in vulnerable and marginalized situations to promote social inclusion and to facilitate the participation in democratic governance and the digital economy. [] [] Whereas digitisation is rapidly growing globally our partners from developing countries continue to lag behind, losing the opportunity to fully utilise their human capital towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals. Whereas digitalization is rapidly growing globally, our partners from developing countries continue to lag behind, losing the opportunity to fully utilize their human capital towards the achievement of their sustainable development goals. [] [] At a time when digitisation is growing fast, this lack of access is a major challenge to development as it continues to widen gaps and inequalities in the world. At a time when judicialization is growing fast, this lack of access is a major challenge to development as it continues to widen gaps and inequalities in the world. [] [] If this potential is to be realised then we must find ways of turning these technologies into a resource for all people, despite the challenges they face within their communities. What does it mean? If this potential is to be realized, then we must find ways of turning these technologies into a resource for all people despite the challenges they face within the communities. What does it mean? [] [] For this very reason, there is a need for public private cooperation based on development principles. For this very reason, there is a need for public-private cooperation based on development principles. [] [] It does not work, and I very much hope that we can take away the last exemptions allowing airports and harbours and so on to use these inefficient methods that make people feel bad. It doesn't work. And I very much hope that we can take away the last exemptions for airports and harbours and so on for using these inefficient methods that create people feeling bad. [] [] So I think this report is important. So, I think this report is important. [] [] And how can you say that you will have a high level of protection when people leave CDs with 20 million people's data on them lying in cafés, and when we know how easy it is to hack into computers? I did it myself as a kid actually. And how can you say that you will have a high level of protection when people forget CDs on cafes with 20 million people's data on them? And when we know how easy it is to hack into computers, I did myself as a kid actually. [('QUANT', '20 million')] [('QUANT', '20 million')] Then you look at the anti terror legislation with profiling and you see it creates insecurity and it creates problems for people living their daily lives. You cannot combat terrorism with anti terror laws that create the same feelings of insecurity. And then you look at the anti-terror legislation with profiling, and you see it creates insecurity, and it creates problems for people to live their daily lives. And you cannot combat terrorism with anti-terror laws that create the same insecurity feelings. [] [] We can see that it is neither efficient nor legal. We can see it's neither efficient nor legal. [] [] The German surveillance scheme on 18 year old Muslim men in Germany was not efficient. The German surveillance scheme on 18 to 40 year old Muslim men in Germany was not efficient. [('NORP', 'german'), ('WHEN', '18 year old'), ('NORP', 'muslim'), ('PLACE', 'germany')] [('NORP', 'german'), ('WHEN', '18 to'), ('WHEN', '40 year old'), ('NORP', 'muslim'), ('PLACE', 'germany')] The Council needs to adapt its logic and spend the resources efficiently, targeting specific individuals and focusing the time on them instead of going for ethnic registration, which is in complete violation of any human rights standards. The Council needs to adapt their logic and spend the resources efficiently targeting the specific individual and focus the time on them. And instead of going for ethnic registration, which is in complete violation with any human rights standards. [('ORG', 'council')] [('ORG', 'council')] This matter is extremely important because, from Europe, we can make sure that the latest technology impacts on the usefulness and efficiency of road transport in all its forms. This matter is extremely important because from Europe we can make sure that the latest technology impacts on the usefulness, the efficiency of road transport in all its forms. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] We need more data on the windscreens so that we can sort out our own salvations in a more effective and efficient manner. We need more data on the windscreens so that we can sort out our own salvations in a more effective and efficient manner. [] [] So often, as elected Members, we journey round our constituencies and find ourselves in traffic jams, and so often we have to make phone calls to find out what the situation is ahead. So often as elected members we journey around our constituencies and find ourselves in traffic jams and so often we have to make phone calls to find out what the situation is ahead. [] [] I wish Mrs Jensen and the Commissioner every success. And I wish Mrs. Jensen and the Commissioner every success. [('PERSON', 'jensen')] [('PERSON', 'jensen')] Madam President, I speak as a civil engineer, and my son has a transport surveying business stretching right through the United Kingdom. Madam President, I speak as a civil engineer and my son has a transport surveying business. [('PLACE', 'united kingdom')] [] Give it to the Chinese? Give it to the Chinese? [('NORP', 'chinese')] [('NORP', 'chinese')] Sell it? Sell it? [] [] This is the key point when we talk about cohesion. This is the key point where we talk about cohesion. [] [] This is exactly the moment when the governments should step in and some of them do, but some of them do not. This is exactly the moment when the government should step in. And some of them do it. But some of them don't. [] [] Apart from that, it does not make sense to repeat wrong things, it does not make them more true. Apart from that, it doesn't make sense to repeat wrong things. It doesn't make them more true. [] [] We will definitely not be financing military operations out of our budget in the future. that we are definitely not financing military operations out of our budget in future. [] [] Rightly so, this remains with the national budgets and with the national governments and parliaments. But we have to become more efficient. Rightly so, it remains with the national budgets and with the national governments and parliaments, but we have to become more efficient. [] [] This exercise is primarily a more efficiency' exercise, because if we plan together, if we procure together, if we train together, that makes us more efficient in the tasks ahead. This exercise is primarily also a more efficiency exercise, because if we plan together, if we procure together, if we train together, that makes us more efficient in the tasks ahead. [] [] Well, in NATO he could block everything if we had to rely on NATO, any veto from any Member State would definitely block our access to NATO resources. Well, in NATO he could block everything. If we had to rely on NATO, any veto from any member state would definitely block our access to NATO resources. [('ORG', 'nato'), ('ORG', 'nato'), ('ORG', 'nato')] [] We need a certain amount of strategic and operational autonomy as the EU, in order to be able to do what we deem appropriate. We need a certain amount of strategic and operational autonomy as EU in order to be able to do what we deem appropriate. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Finally, sanctions are part of efficient EU policies. I propose that we should make these more efficient, targeting concrete individuals responsible for breaking international laws and human rights violations And finally, sanctions are part of the efficient EU policies. I propose that we should make these more efficient targeting concrete individuals responsible for breaking international laws and human rights violations. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Protection procedures are simplified Protection procedures are simplified. [] [] I would like to ask the Commission and the Greek government to continue the implementation of the approved legislation. Full implementation of EU law will generate convergence in the quality of the interinstitutional framework with the best European countries. I would like to ask the Commission and the Greek government to continue the implementation of the approved legislation. Full implementation on EU law will generate convergence in the quality of institutional framework with the best European countries. [('NORP', 'greek'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'greek'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'european')] Delayed payments regulation is a case where the Greek economy would have big dividends to avoid future generation of non performing loans when the next crisis comes. The late payments regulation is a case where the Greek economy would have big dividends to avoid future generation of non-performing loans when the next crisis comes. [('NORP', 'greek')] [('NORP', 'greek')] It would also be good to understand how revenues from income tax have been lower in 2017 than in 2016, even though the economy of the country is growing. It would also be good to understand how revenues from income tax have been lower in 2017 than in 2016, even though the economy of the country is growing. [('WHEN', '2017'), ('WHEN', '2016')] [('WHEN', '2017'), ('WHEN', '2016')] During the crisis, under the threat and during the very limited time, a new framework, including the Fiscal Compact that we are debating today, was created. during the crisis under the threat and during the very limited time new framework including the fiscal compact that we are debating today was created. [('WHEN', 'today')] [] Spending money that people do not have is not a good policy spending money that people don't have is not good policy. [] [] As the consequence, countries soon after suffered with substantial difficulties, and people have suffered. as the consequence, countries soon after suffer with substantial difficulties and people have suffered. [] [] Just looking at the data, I would observe that in the Eurozone from 2009, every year there was a decline of deficit to GDP. Just looking at the data you would observe that in Eurozone from 2009 every year there was decline of deficit to GDP. [('PLACE', 'eurozone'), ('WHEN', 'from 2009')] [('PLACE', 'euro'), ('WHEN', '2009'), ('ORG', 'gdp')] Secondly, what is the state of play on the Member States' competent authorities? Second, what is the state of play on the member state competent authorities? [('QUANT', 'secondly')] [('QUANT', 'second')] Mr President, the roaming like at home' rule was one of the most significant success stories of the EU this year. The roaming-like-at-home rule was one of the most significant success stories of the EU this year. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', 'this year')] [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', 'this year')] Now we have to take it one step further by expanding it to the Western Balkan candidate states already during the accession negotiations. Now we have to take it one step further by expanding it to the Western Balkan candidate states already during the accession negotiations. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'western balkan')] [('PLACE', 'western balkan')] This would be beneficial to the economies too, through market integration and better services. This would be beneficial to the economies too, through market integration and better services. [] [] These include the sexual exploitation of Syrian refugees by those delivering aid on behalf of the United Nations and other well known international organisations. These include the sexual exploitation of Syrian refugees by those delivering aid on behalf of the United Nations and other well-known international organizations. [('NORP', 'syrian'), ('ORG', 'united nations')] [('NORP', 'syrian'), ('PLACE', 'united nations')] Several countries, including the United Kingdom and the Netherlands, have announced investigations into the funding they provide to these and other international organisations, and that they intend to make measures to prevent similar situations in the future. Several countries, including the United Kingdom and the Netherlands, have announced investigations into the funding they provide to these and other international organizations, and that they intend to make measures to prevent similar situations in the future. [('PLACE', 'united kingdom'), ('PLACE', 'netherlands')] [('PLACE', 'united kingdom'), ('PLACE', 'netherlands')] Through its external financial instruments and the European Development Fund, the EU provides billions of euros in assistance to third countries through international organisations among other channels. Through its external financial instruments and the European Development Fund, the EU provides billions of euros in assistance to third countries through international organizations, among other channels. [('ORG', 'european development fund'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', 'billions of euros'), ('QUANT', 'third')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', 'billions of'), ('QUANT', 'third')] I therefore have a few questions for the High Representative on a response from the European Union. I therefore have a few questions for the higher representative on a response from the European Union. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] First of all, will the Commission or the High Representative order a thorough investigation to determine whether EU funds have financed, either directly or indirectly, the organisations where sexual abuse has been established? First of all, will the Commission or the High Representative order a thorough investigation to determine whether EU funds have financed either directly or indirectly the organizations where sexual abuse has been established? [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] Secondly, what is the response by the Commission and the High Representative to the abuse cases that have recently come to light? Secondly, what is the response by the Commission and the High Representative to the abuse cases that have recently come to light? [('QUANT', 'secondly')] [('QUANT', 'secondly')] In order to combat and prevent sexual misconduct within international aid organisations, is there room for guidelines within the EU's external financial instruments that would make funding strictly conditional upon respect for principles, oversight, guidelines accountability and regular reporting from beneficiaries on this issue? In order to combat and prevent sexual misconduct within international aid organizations is the room for guidelines within the EU's external financial instruments that would make funding strictly conditional upon respect for principles, oversight, guidelines, accountability and regular reporting from beneficiaries on this issue. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Last but not least, will the Commission and the High Representative consider working with Member States such as the United Kingdom and the Netherlands to set up contact points in third countries including in crisis zones for victims of abuse? Third, but not least, will the Commission and the High Representative consider working with member states, such as the United Kingdom and the Netherlands, to set up contact points in third countries, including in crisis zones for victims of abuse? [('PLACE', 'united kingdom'), ('PLACE', 'netherlands'), ('QUANT', 'third')] [('QUANT', 'third'), ('PLACE', 'united kingdom'), ('PLACE', 'netherlands'), ('QUANT', 'third')] They showed that, with a more ambitious proposal, the fuel saving would be much greater than the cost of a new vehicle the relative cost of the increase of the new vehicle. They showed that with a more ambitious proposal, the fuel saving cost would be much bigger than the cost of a new vehicle, the relative cost of the increase of the new vehicle. [] [] I am prepared to pay more taxes but they have to be fair and they have to be good taxes. And I'm prepared to pay more taxes. But they have to be fair and they have to be good taxes. [] [] We had control on control, sometimes five times! We had control on control, sometimes five times. [('QUANT', 'five')] [('QUANT', 'five')] The aim is to perform better and to show it. Simpler rules, as the Commissioner said, to combine funds and this is, I think, the need for the future. The aim is to perform better, to show it, simpler rules, as the Commissioner said, to combine funds. And this is, I think, the need from beyond. [] [] So this is the aim. So this is the end. [] [] On control, I think we made big steps forward. I think we made big steps forward. [] [] This is why, to complement GDP, the Commission is investigating other indicators, including demographic This is why, to complement GDP, the Commission is investigating other indicators, including demographic change. [] [] Exclusion in any form breeds resentment, confrontation, extremism and sometimes violence. Integration, on the other hand, is a promise of stability and of peace, not to mention the economic contribution that migrants, usually young people, can bring to an ageing population. Inclusion in any forms breeds resentment, confrontation, extremist and sometimes violence. Integration, on the other hand, is a promise of stability and of peace. Not to mention the economic contributions that migrants, usually young people, can bring to an ageing population. [] [] The moral leadership of Europe is important, but it also acts as an example by showing that green business is very important for our competitiveness. The moral leadership of Europe is important, but also an example by showing that green business is very important for our competitiveness. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] In order to have such a global agreement, in order to persuade other countries to come forward, we have to keep pressing by our example, an example which has its moral importance. In order to have such a global agreement, in order to persuade other countries to come forward, we have to keep pressing by our example. An example which has its moral importance [] [] This is why it is important to keep in mind that the international community will have to share those costs. And this is why it's important to keep in mind that the international community will have to share those costs. [] [] The report is right in saying that without the contribution of developing countries, our global efforts will fail. The report is right in saying that without the contribution of developing countries, our global efforts will fail. [] [] When discussing future actions aimed at keeping the rise in global average temperature below 2 degrees above pre industrial levels, we cannot ignore the fact that the least developed countries are not able to cover the costs of necessary investments in cleaner technologies. When discussing the future actions aimed at keeping the rising global average temperature below two degrees above pre-industrial levels, we cannot ignore the fact that the least developed countries are not able to cover the cost of necessary investments in cleaner technologies. [('QUANT', '2 degrees')] [('QUANT', 'two degrees')] Everybody knows that there are some pressing European issues like Brexit, migration, elections in some Member States, but we have to take the expectations of our partners in the Western Balkans more seriously, otherwise we might lose them. Everybody knows that there are some pressing European issues like Brexit, migration, election in some member states, but we have to take the expectations of our partners in the Western Balkans more seriously, otherwise we might lose them. [('NORP', 'european'), ('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('PLACE', 'western balkans')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'western balkans')] Our common vision for the future of the EU has to build on our most cherished asset, which is our unity. Our common vision for the future of the EU has to build on our most cherished asset, which is our unity. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] If the Rome Declaration to be on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of our European Union will be about the vision of a multi speed Europe, then it will become not less than the death certificate of the European project. If the Rome Declaration to be on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of our European Union will be about the vision of the multi-speed Europe, then it will become not less than the death certificate of the European project. [('WHEN', '60'), ('WHEN', 'th'), ('WHEN', 'anniversary'), ('WHEN', 'of'), ('WHEN', 'our'), ('WHEN', 'european'), ('WHEN', 'union'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('LAW', 'rome declaration'), ('WHEN', '60th anniversary'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('LAW', 'european')] A vision for the future must not formalise the present day frustrations. A vision for the future must not formalize the present day frustrations. [] [] VAT rules that were agreed seven years ago are having on micro enterprises that have taken advantage of the Internet to set up small businesses. VAT rules that were agreed seven years ago are having on micro enterprises that have taken advantage of the internet to set up small businesses. [('WHEN', 'seven years ago')] [('WHEN', 'seven years ago')] And one of his spokesmen sent you a tweet blaming the Member States. and one of his spokesmen sent you a tweet blaming the member states. [] [] Do you think that is the right attitude for the Commission to take, or is it in conflict with their clear aim to create a digital single market? So do you think that's the right attitude for the Commission to take? Or is it in conflict with their clear aim to create a digital single market? [] [] Mr President, I really want to say that, day after day, the situation in Turkey is reminding me and other people of my age, who lived in the socialist system, of the days of the beginning of Stalinist terror. But I suppose that, now, we are able to learn from history and to stop this development in Turkey. Thank you, Chair. I really want to say that day after day, the situation in Turkey is reminding me and other people of my age who have lived in socialist system the days of the beginning of Stalin terror. But I suppose that now we are able to learn from history and to stop this development in Turkey. [('PLACE', 'turkey'), ('PLACE', 'turkey')] [('WHEN', 'day'), ('PLACE', 'turkey'), ('WHEN', 'beginning'), ('LAW', 'stalin'), ('PLACE', 'turkey')] They are looking to us. They are looking at us. [] [] Of course I do understand the hardships for many Europeans in this crisis. Of course, I do understand the hardships for many Europeans in this crisis. [('NORP', 'europeans')] [('NORP', 'europeans')] Cutting welfare systems is painful, but it is necessary to ensure stability and future growth. Fighting welfare systems is painful, but it is necessary to ensure stability and future growth. [] [] The national politicians should have acted much earlier in preventing the crisis. They failed to react in time. National politicians should have acted much early in preventing the crisis. They failed to react in time. [] [] Blaming Brussels is, sad to say, a rather common way for national politicians and some others to escape their own responsibilities. Blaming Brussels is sadly to say a rather common way for national politicians and some others to escape their own responsibilities. [('PLACE', 'brussels')] [('PLACE', 'brussels')] Politics is about responsibility and accountability. Politics is about responsibility and accountability. [] [] You can see improvements now. you can see improvements now. [] [] What I am saying is that the main responsibility for what happened in Europe lies in the capitals of Europe. See, what I am saying is that the main responsibility what happened in Europe is in the capitals of Europe. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] I agree with you that the defence spending is of course awful, as is the relationship with some of the neighbours. and i agree with you that the defense spending is of course awful and the relationship with some of the neighbors [] [] If you look at the great challenges of Europe, they are migration and security, solidarity or the lack of solidarity and growing inequalities. If you look at the great challenges of Europe, it's migration and security. It's solidarity or the lack of solidarity and the growing inequalities. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] But having said that, our Group is also disappointed because, here in Parliament, all of us are elected to prepare the future of Europe, and that means getting into the concerns of Europe, and you know very well what they are. But having said that, our group is also disappointed because we, especially here in the parliament, all of us are elected to prepare the future of Europe. And that means getting into the concerns of Europe, and you know very well what they are. [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] So you do not need all these scenarios. so you don't need all these scenarios. [] [] You mentioned the social pillar, and, of course, climate change. to social pillar and of course climate change. [] [] How do we move forward? How do we move forward? [] [] now on. Every single Member, every single Committee and every single body of this House must be involved. Every single member, every single committee, and every single body of this house must be involved. [] [] us. That is why I thank the Commission for having presented five different scenarios, even knowing that none of them will be fully accepted. That is what I thank the Commission to have presented five different scenarios, even knowing that none of them will be fully accepted. [('QUANT', 'five')] [] I cannot understand I cannot understand it. [] [] We may have forgotten to explain that there is no alternative to the Union not in the past, not now, and not in the We may have forgotten to explain that there is no alternative to the Union, not in the past, not now, and not in the future. [('PLACE', 'union')] [('PLACE', 'union')] I agree with President Juncker that the time has come to align expectation with reality. I agree with President Juncker that the time has come to align expectation with reality. [('PERSON', 'juncker')] [('PERSON', 'juncker')] We may have forgotten where we come We may have forgotten where we come from. [] [] west. Europe belongs to all of Europe belongs to all of us. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [] from. We come from war, death, poverty and hunger. We come from lack of freedom. We may have forgotten why unity is so important. We come from war, death, poverty and hunger. We come from lack of freedom. We may have forgotten why unity is so important. [] [] it. To conclude, this debate is necessary a debate about the future that we want for ourselves and for our children. To conclude, this debate is necessary, a debate about the future that we want for ourselves and for our children. [] [] What Member States must do is to stop blaming Europe for what Europe cannot do because it does not have the tools. What member states must do is to stop blaming Europe for what Europe cannot do because it doesn't have the tools. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] The question is simple how do we want to deal with those challenges? The question is simple. How do we want to deal with those challenges? [] [] But also, do we want to move forward? This is a legitimate question too because I know that I want to move forward, but we cannot simply blame those who do not want to go further than we are now, by calling them anti— European. We are all Europeans. Europe belongs to all Europeans, no matter whether they come from the north, the But also, do we want to move forward? This is a legitimate question too. Because I know that I want to move forward. But we cannot just blame those who don't want to go further than we are now by calling them anti-Europeans. We all are Europeans. Europe belongs to all Europeans. No matter if they come from the north or the south, [('NORP', 'europeans'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('NORP', 'europeans')] [('NORP', 'europeans'), ('NORP', 'europeans'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('NORP', 'europeans')] They have to be confronted with their own responsibilities. I think that this is a very important step to bring transparency, democracy and legitimacy to this process of reforming the European Union in the near future. Finally, I would like to They have to be confronted with their own responsibilities. And I think that this is a very important step to bring transparency and democracy and the legitimacy to this process of reforming the European Union in the next future. Finally, I'd like to say [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] say that the EPP Group has approved its own strategy. that the EPP Group has approved its own strategy. [('ORG', 'epp group')] [('ORG', 'epp')] Reshaping the microcredit framework can help us reinforce and rebuild our economies from the community upwards. Reshaping a micro-credit framework can help us reinforce and rebuild our economies from the community upwards. [] [] I think the economic crisis has forced us to take a long, hard look at our past economic behaviour. I think the economic crisis has forced us to take a long, hard look at our past economic behavior. [] [] I sincerely hope that, following on from this excellent report, we see significant and coordinated action at Community level to support the invaluable work that is being done by and for microenterprise at local and national level around the European Union, as it is a very important part of our economy today and a very important part of our economy into the future. I sincerely hope that following on from this excellent report, we see significant and coordinated action at community level to support the invaluable work that has been done by and for micro-enterprises at local and national level around the European Union, as it is a very important part of our economy today and a very important part of our economy into the future. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('WHEN', 'today')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] Addressing and improving access to microcredit offers us the opportunity to address these past mistakes. and addressing and improving access to microcredit offers us the opportunity to address these past mistakes. [] [] That, in turn, offers us an opportunity to learn from our past mistakes. and that in turn I think offers us an opportunity to learn from our past mistakes. [] [] Looking onward to the future, I can see that city continuing to expand on the basis of these well allocated, well controlled funds. I would call for more involvement of the private sector in the way that the funds are allocated, managed and controlled, because the private sector can always do a more efficient job than the public sector. And onward going to the future, I can see that city continuing to expand on the basis of these well-allocated, well-controlled funds. I would call for more involvement of the private sector in the way that the funds are allocated and managed and controlled, because I think the private sector can always do a more efficient job than the public sector. [] [] I would also like to emphasise how very invaluable these monies have been to the rural areas of the North West, where there are a lot of agricultural areas, which are vital to the whole economy. I would also like to emphasise how very invaluable these monies have been to the rural areas of the North West where there's a lot of agricultural areas which are vital to the whole economy. [('PLACE', 'north west')] [('PLACE', 'north west')] This is a very interesting development and essential at this time in the economic situation. This is a very interesting development and essential at this time in the economic situation. [] [] Secondly, they must also be used to bring in private finance. Thirdly, because of different approaches from different Member States, we would like to look at whether it is feasible to have an EU framework for non bank microfinance institutions. It must also be used to bring in private finance. Thirdly, because of different approaches from different Member States, we would like to have a look at whether it's feasible to have an EU framework for non-bank microfinance institutions. [('QUANT', 'secondly'), ('QUANT', 'thirdly'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('QUANT', 'thirdly'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] We have to ensure that our legislation is proportional to the problems we are dealing with, and particularly in the IPPC, which we have talked about today. We have to ensure that our legislation is proportional to the problems we're dealing with, and particularly the IPPC that we've talked about today. [('LAW', 'ippc'), ('WHEN', 'today')] [('ORG', 'ip'), ('WHEN', 'today')] It could, by itself, be the biggest help for businesses in the European Union. it could by itself be the biggest helpful businesses in the European Union. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] Ahead of voting on the legislation on novel foods we should recall the reasons for having been prudent and aware of risks for the health and welfare of animals. ahead of voting on the legislation on all the food, we should recall the reasons for having been prudent and aware of risks for health and welfare of animals. [] [] We know, from our past experience with similar issues that tackle both food safety and ethical relations between humans, as the dominant species, and nature, that public perception depends very much on specific knowledge of the matter. We know from our past experience with the similar issues that tackle both food safety and ethical relations between humans as dominant species and the nature, that public perception depends very much on the specific knowledge of the matter. [] [] Consumers are increasingly sensitive about suffering and injuries to farm animals and therefore they have the right to be informed about the potential of cloning to cause pain and to waste natural resources. Consumers are increasingly sensitive about suffering and injuries of farm animals, and therefore they have right to be informed about the potential of cloning to cause pain and to waste natural resources. [] [] Yet the development of animal cloning as a method of food production is being pursued without public awareness. Yet, the development of animal cloning as a method of food production is being pursued without public awareness. [] [] The problems with cloning do not concern just the welfare of animals, but also consumer confidence in food since it is believed that in Europe food is produced to a very high standard. The problems with cloning do not concern just welfare of animals, but also consumer confidence in food, since it is believed that in Europe food is produced to a very high standard. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] The Eurobarometer study from last October documented serious public concerns with regard to hypothetical future use of food products from clones. This is linked to the sale of imported food, which could eventually be sold in Europe without being labelled as a product from cloned animals. The Eurobarometer study from last October documented serious public concerns in regard of hypothetical future use of food products from clones. This is linked to the sale of imported food, which could be eventually sold in Europe without being labeled as product from cloned animals. [('WHEN', 'last october'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('WHEN', 'last october'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] I therefore agree with the rapporteur's approach urging the Commission to come up with a separate piece of legislation on clones. I therefore agree with a reporter's approach urging the Commission to come up with a separate piece of legislation on clones. [] [] Among other problems which have been covered by the amendments tabled by my political group, I wish particularly to support the sharing of information from animal testing so as to avoid the need for new tests involving animals. Among other problems which have been covered by the amendments tabled by my political group, I wish particularly support the sharing of information from animal testing, so to avoid the need for new tests involving animals. [] [] This has to be visible and understandable, not only among ourselves but also, more and more, outside. but also visible, understandable, not only among ourselves, but also more and more outside. [] [] This all creates a nightmare for the budget negotiations. And this all creates a nightmare for the budget negotiations. [] [] There is an ongoing tendency to cut as much as possible without any rationale, while at the same time taking on new obligations, new commitments. There is ongoing tendency to cut as much as possible without any rationale and at the same time taking new obligations, new commitments. [] [] We have a unique situation to solve the problem at no expense to the Member States. We have a unique situation to solve the problem with no expenses for the member states. [] [] So now, the reply awaited from the Council is whether the Council and the Member States prefer to put this money in their own pockets and ignore the commitments they have made in the past, and ignore the payments they have to make, or do they want to really address the problem, show their European will and pay the bills? So now the reply from the council is whether the council and the member states prefer to take this money to their own pockets and ignore the commitments they've made in the past and ignore the payments they have to make or they want to really address the problem, show their European will and pay the bills. [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] The decision on the whole set of amending budgets could be made very easily The decision on all the whole set of amending budgets could be made very easily. [] [] We spend days and days trying to figure out whether the Council is going to respect its commitments or not spend days and days trying to figure out whether the Council is going to respect its commitments or not. [('WHEN', 'days and days'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('WHEN', 'days'), ('ORG', 'council')] We will create additional tensions in the budgets for 2015 will create additional tensions in the budget of 2050. [('WHEN', '2015')] [('WHEN', '2050')] we have to give it back to the Member States. We have to give it back to the member states. [] [] So it is clear that we will continue to have great partners within the United States even if the Federal Government decides to stay on the side of the road. So it's clear that we will continue to have great partners within the United States even if the federal government decides to stay on the side of the road. [('PLACE', 'united states'), ('ORG', 'federal government')] [('PLACE', 'united states')] Finally, my last remark to his House is that the world's reaction to President Trump's action proved that the European Union is on the right side of history. Finally, my last remark to this House is that the world's reaction to President Trump's action proved that the European Union is on the right side of history. [('PERSON', 'trump'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PERSON', 'trump'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] united. United [] [] We have heard many of our political leaders in Europe say that we will keep up the engagements in the Paris Agreement. as we heard a lot of political leaders in Europe say that we would keep up the engagements in the Paris Agreement. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('LAW', 'paris agreement')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('LAW', 'paris agreement')] That is our goal. That is our goal. [] [] We have to add now but have been partially reopened'. And we have to add now, but have been partially reopened. [] [] Mr President, it is positive that the EU delegation in Geneva will give major priority to defending the universality of human rights against efforts from several countries to undermine this concept. The Chair, it is positive that the EU delegation in Geneva will give a strong priority to defend the universality of human rights against efforts from several countries to undermine this concept. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'geneva')] [('QUANT', 'chair'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'geneva')] More than ever, it is crucial that the EU supports the UN Human Rights Council financially and politically to ensure that it can continue to work independently. More than ever, it is crucial that the EU supports the UN Human Rights Council financially and politically to ensure that it can continue to work independently. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'un human rights council')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'un human rights council')] However, I deeply regret that the Council did not include a reference to the UN binding treaty on business and human rights, the single most important normative process currently going on. However, I deeply regret that the Council did not include a reference to the UN Binding Treaty on Business and Human Rights, which is the single most important normative process currently ongoing. [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'un'), ('LAW', 'binding treaty on business and human rights')] [('ORG', 'council'), ('LAW', 'un binding treaty on business and human rights')] I deplore that the EU has not been constructive in the process and hope that the EU will listen to the requests by the European Parliament and give its full and unconditional support to the UN binding treaty process. I implore that the EU has not been constructive in the process and hope that the EU will listen to the requests by the European Parliament and give its full and unconditional support to the UN binding treaty process. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('PLACE', 'un')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('ORG', 'un')] Mr President, the Maltese Prime Minister, Mr Muscat, has predicted that the number of people crossing to Europe will reach record levels. Thank you, Mr President. The Maltese Prime Minister, Mr Muscat, has predicted that the number of people crossing to Europe will reach record levels. [('NORP', 'maltese'), ('PERSON', 'muscat'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('NORP', 'ese'), ('PERSON', 'muscat'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Most of these people will come from Libya to Italy via people traffickers, as we know. Most of these people will come from Libya into Italy via people traffickers, as we know. [('PLACE', 'libya'), ('PLACE', 'italy')] [('PLACE', 'libya'), ('PLACE', 'italy')] The best way to stop these huge numbers of people illegally coming into Europe and to stop the large numbers of tragic deaths in the Mediterranean is surely to turn the boats back and process the migrants offshore. The best way to stop these huge numbers of people illegally coming into Europe and to stop the large numbers of tragic deaths in the Mediterranean is surely to turn the boats back and process the migrants offshore. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'mediterranean')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'mediterranean')] That is why six European countries have now been in private talks with Australia, asking them which way to work things out, because they know that the EU way is failing. And that is why six European countries now have been in private talks with Australia asking them which way to work things out because they know that the EU way is failing. [('QUANT', 'six'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'australia'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('QUANT', 'six'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'australia'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] Only today, we have been warned by Italian officials that jihadis are actually plugging the gaps in funding for their actual campaign by smuggling people into Europe, because their oil money is running out. Only today we have been warned by the Italian officials that Giardis are actually plugging the gaps in funding for their actual campaign by smuggling people into Europe because their oil money is running out. [('WHEN', 'today'), ('NORP', 'italian'), ('NORP', 'jihadis'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('WHEN', 'today'), ('NORP', 'italian'), ('PERSON', 'giardis'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Let's go forward. Let's go forward. [] [] We have been taking into account most, if not all, of the concerns that have been raised by analysing the previous trade deals with other countries, and I think that we can say with great confidence that this trade deal, is in many ways, a golden standard for future trade deals in the world. And we have been taking the account most, if not all, of concerns that have been raised by analyzing the previous trade deals with other countries. And I think that we can with great confidence say that this trade deal is in many ways a golden standard for future trade deals in the world. [] [] It is not meant to do this, and this is why I would like to say to those who are not listening to the facts but following the alternative news and not trying to go into depths of the analysis of this trade deal please do not bark up the wrong tree. It is not meant to do this. And this is why I would like to say to those who are not listening the facts but following the alternative news and not trying to go into the depths of the analysis of the trade deal, please do not bark at the wrong tree. [] [] Thank you to Canada for this. Thank you to Canada for this. [('PLACE', 'canada')] [('ORG', 'canada')] It will deliver trade in goods and decreased tariffs. will deliver trading goods and decreased tariffs. [] [] have been sending their soldiers since the First World War to defend our freedoms and our liberties. I mean, sending their soldiers in the First World War to defend our freedoms and our liberties. [('WHEN', 'first'), ('WHEN', 'world'), ('WHEN', 'war')] [('QUANT', 'first')] CETA is like a lighthouse for these guidelines, for many who are searching for wealth and trade. CETA is like a lighthouse for these guidelines for many who are searching for wealth and trade. [('LAW', 'ceta')] [('LAW', 'ceta')] So from that perspective, I would say that every country, just like my small country, Latvia, will benefit from this. So, from that perspective, I would say that every country, just like my small country, will benefit out of this. [('PLACE', 'latvia')] [] The first direction is protectionism, provincialism, decline and the building of walls. The first direction is protectionism, provincialism, decline and building of walls. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] Will we take the direction of protectionism and closedness, or will we fight for liberal democratic values, for growth and for the new golden standards of international trade? Will we take the direction of protectionism and closeness? Or will we fight for liberal democratic values, for growth and for the new golden standards of international trade? [] [] It is a unique chance for the European Union now to take again a leading position in the global economy and global politics, and in many ways the vote for CETA will decide this. Never before has the world needed such a strong Europe at this moment, and it needs guidelines for good trade. It's a unique chance for European Union now to take again a leading position in the global economy and global politics. And in many ways, the vote for CETA will decide about this. Never before, world needed such a strong Europe at this moment, and it needs guidelines for good trade. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('LAW', 'ceta'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('ORG', 'ceta'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Do we really want it? Do we really want it? [] [] Of course, the CETA trade deal is not a cure, a medicine, for each and every disease. Of course, set a trade deal is not a cure, a medicine for each and every disease. [('LAW', 'ceta')] [] The world is watching the European Union and which direction we will take. World is watching European Union. Which direction we will take? [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] They died in the Second World War for our freedoms and liberties, and even now, when the European Union is facing security challenges at its external borders, Canadian soldiers are again on our sandy beaches in northern Europe. We have been dying in the Second World War for our freedoms and liberties. And also now, when European Union are facing security challenges at its external borders, Canadian soldiers again are on our sandy beaches in northern Europe. [('WHEN', 'second'), ('WHEN', 'world'), ('WHEN', 'war'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('NORP', 'canadian'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('WHEN', 'second'), ('WHEN', 'world'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('NORP', 'canadian'), ('WHEN', 'sandy'), ('PLACE', 'northern'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Geographic indications, a lot of geographic indications for many of our producers, and of course the investment part. Geographic indications, a lot of geographic indications for many of our producers, and of course the investment part. [] [] The second direction is openness to the world, it is leadership, it is effective decision making, it is growth, and finally, also, the bringing of wealth to our Union and each and every nation and Member State here on the European continent. The second direction is the openness to the world, it is a leadership, it is effective decision making, it is a growth and finally also the bringing of wealth to our union and each and every nation and member state here in European continent. [('QUANT', 'second'), ('PLACE', 'union'), ('PLACE', 'european continent')] [('QUANT', 'second'), ('PLACE', 'european')] It will deliver additional possibilities for services. It will deliver additional possibilities for services. [] [] I would say it is a judgment day, because since 2016 we have discussed in the European Parliament more than18 times in different large groups what this trade deal really means for us. I would say it's a judgment day, because since 2016 we have been discussing in European Parliament more than 18 times in different large groups what this trade deal really means for us. [('WHEN', '2016'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('QUANT', 'than18')] [('WHEN', 'since'), ('WHEN', '2016'), ('ORG', 'european'), ('QUANT', '18')] Try to find other solutions for other existing problems, but go forward with this deal. Try to find other solutions for other existing problems, but go forward with this deal. [] [] Please do not switch off this light. Vote for CETA. Please do not switch out this light. Vote for SETA. [] [] It is comprehensive, but it will not solve all the problems that our workers, small and medium enterprises and people are facing. It is comprehensive, but it will not solve all the problems that our workers, small and medium enterprises and people are facing. [] [] It is a good thing. It's a good thing. [] [] This is because most of us believe CETA is good for our economy, particularly for SMEs, and it does not threaten our choices, values or laws. is because most of us believe CETA is good for our economy, particularly for SMEs, and it does not threaten our choices, values, or laws. [('LAW', 'ceta')] [('LAW', 'ceta')] The SD Group has tabled its own consensual resolution which clarifies what we mean by progressive trade agreements by spelling out clearly what we like about CETA, and what we do not like about CETA and expect to be further corrected in CETA where agreed, or in future trade agreements more widely better provisions on sustainable development and a sanctions based approach The S&D Group has tabled its own consensual resolution which clarifies what we mean by progressive trade agreements by spelling out clearly what we like about CETA and what we don't like about CETA and expect to be further corrected in CETA where agreed or in future trade agreements more widely. Better provisions on sustainable development and a sanctions-based approach [('ORG', 'sd group'), ('LAW', 'ceta'), ('LAW', 'ceta'), ('LAW', 'ceta')] [('ORG', 's'), ('LAW', 'ceta'), ('LAW', 'ceta'), ('LAW', 'ceta')] 2014. We have voiced concerns, demanded changes and achieved most of those already on the occasion of what was effectively the second conclusion of the negotiations in February We have voiced concerns, demanded changes, and we have achieved most of those already on the occasion of what was effectively the second conclusion of the negotiation in February. [('WHEN', '2014'), ('QUANT', 'second'), ('WHEN', 'february')] [('WHEN', 'we'), ('QUANT', 'second'), ('WHEN', 'february')] The SD Group has decided to vote in favour of CETA. The SMD group has decided to vote in favor of CETA. [('ORG', 'sd group'), ('LAW', 'ceta')] [('ORG', 'smd'), ('LAW', 'ceta')] and improved transparency for all trade agreements in future. improve transparency for all trade agreements in the future. [] [] But it is also an act of trust and an offer of partnership towards the EU institutions, notably the Commission and the Council, with which we want to work together for a better trade policy, and towards Canada, which is a country that shares our values, our objectives and our hopes for a better future. But it is also an act of trust and an offer of partnership towards the EU institutions, not to be the Commission and the Councils, with which we want to work together for a better trade policy, and towards Canada, which is a country that shares our values, our objectives, and our hopes for a better future. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('PLACE', 'canada')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('PLACE', 'canada')] We welcome, as a Group, the fact that many of the citizens' concerns have been addressed through clarifications and commitments from the Commission and the Canadian authorities, through the joint interpretative instrument and the other instruments in the package. CETA is not perfect, far from it, but it is an important step in the right direction a more progressive trade policy where the benefits are widely spread among all citizens. We welcome as a group the fact that many of the citizens' concerns have been addressed through the clarifications and commitments from the Commission and the Canadian authorities through the joint interpretative instruments and the other instruments in the package. CETA is not perfect, far from it, but it is an important step in the right direction, a more progressive trade policy where the benefits are really spread among all citizens. [('NORP', 'canadian')] [('NORP', 'canadian'), ('LAW', 'ceta')] some twenty four million europeans are unemployed twelve million europeans are long term unemployed and five million unemployed europeans are under the age of. 24 million Europeans are unemployed, 12 million Europeans are long-term unemployed, and 5 million unemployed Europeans are under the age of 21. [('QUANT', 'twenty four million'), ('NORP', 'europeans'), ('QUANT', 'twelve million'), ('NORP', 'europeans'), ('QUANT', 'five million'), ('NORP', 'europeans')] [('QUANT', '24 million'), ('NORP', 'europeans'), ('QUANT', '12 million'), ('NORP', 'europeans'), ('QUANT', '5 million'), ('NORP', 'europeans'), ('WHEN', '21')] We, the representatives of the people of Europe, need to rethink labour market policies We, the representatives of the people of Europe, need to rethink labour market policies. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] if we want europe and europeans to prosper in the twenty first century we must create a competitive european labour market and part of this is to avoid this mismatch. If we want Europe and Europeans to prosper in the 21st century, we must create a competitive European labor market. And part of this is exactly to avoid the mismatch. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('NORP', 'europeans'), ('WHEN', 'twenty first century'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'europe'), ('NORP', 'europeans'), ('WHEN', '21st century'), ('NORP', 'european')] Too many overly strong protectionist measures have blocked initiative, flexibility and opportunities. Too many and too strong protectionist measures have blocked initiative, flexibility, opportunities. [] [] This mismatch is unfortunate for many Europeans who are out of work. This mismatch is unfortunate for many Europeans who are out of work. [('NORP', 'europeans')] [('NORP', 'europeans')] It is unfortunate for our societies which miss out on wealth and prosperity. It is unfortunate for our societies which miss out wealth and prosperity. [] [] we need to promote flexibility We need to promote flexibility. [] [] It is unfortunate for the businesses which cannot fill their vacancies. It is unfortunate for the businesses which cannot fill their vacancies. [] [] In too many places in Europe, the labour market is rigid, even static. In too many places in Europe, the labor market is rigid, even static. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] This mismatch in the European labour market causes an uncompetitive European labour market. This mismatch on the European labour market causes an uncompetitive European labour market. [('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'european')] explosives and poisons. explosives and poisons. [] [] The fact is, other than a small reduction in overall fuel usage there is no environmental benefit. The fact is, other than a small reduction in overall fuel usage, there is no environmental benefit. [] [] In recent weeks we've seen a lot of propaganda outlining the supposed environmental credentials of electro pulse fishing, but the fact is that little independent non partisan science has been completed. In recent weeks we've seen a lot of propaganda outlining the supposed environmental credentials of electro-pulse fishing. But the fact is, little independent non-partisan science has been completed. [('WHEN', 'in recent weeks')] [] We all wanted more in Rio, but it is not true that nothing has been achieved. We all want it more in Rio, but it's not true that nothing has been achieved. [('PLACE', 'rio')] [] Like Mr Hoppenstedt, this will be my last speech before this Chamber after 20 years. And, like Mr Hoppenstatt, this will be my last speech before this Chamber after 20 years. [('PERSON', 'hoppenstedt'), ('WHEN', 'chamber'), ('WHEN', 'after 20 years')] [('PERSON', 'hoppenstatt'), ('WHEN', '20 years')] It is quite clear that some key EU policies will be undermined without proper financing and therefore we are happy to support the proposal. of them, it's quite clear that some key EU policies will be undermined without proper financing, and therefore we are happy to support the proposal. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Secondly, we should also ensure that these organisations do not in any way become agencies because, if they did, they would of course be subject to the interinstitutional agreement on agencies. Secondly, we should also ensure that these organisations do not in any way become agencies, because if they did, they would be subject, of course, to the inter-institutional agreement on agencies. [('QUANT', 'secondly')] [('QUANT', 'secondly')] The Budget Committee recognises the importance of these proposals and their urgency. The Budget Committee recognises the importance of these proposals and the urgency [('ORG', 'budget committee')] [('ORG', 'budget committee')] Finally, we would not want the Budget Committee's position to be in any way undermined by the rush for these proposals. Finally, we would not want the Budget Committee's position to be in any way undermined by the rush for these proposals. [('ORG', 'budget committee')] [('ORG', 'budget committee'), ('PLACE', 'rush')] with respect to equal pay for the same job. with respect to the equal pay for the same job. [] [] This House is still deliberating the approach to be taken for the revision of this directive. This is how he is still deliberating on the approach to be taken for the revision of this directive. [] [] Madam President, I agree with Mr Telička that it is really high time that we discuss this issue in the plenary session, and I thank all colleagues and all Members who brought up this question. It is extremely important for consumers and for a well—functioning digital single market to have neutral, independent access to the search systems of air transport services. Thank you, Mrs. Chair. I agree with Mr. Telicica that this is really high time that we discuss this issue in the plenary session, and I thank you all colleagues and all members who brought this question. It is extremely important for the consumers and for the well-functioning digital single market to have a neutral, independent access to search systems of air transport services. [('PERSON', 'telička')] [('PERSON', 'chair'), ('PERSON', 'telicica')] Transparency and neutrality in the search for flights increased competition and made travel within the EU affordable for many Europeans. Transparency and neutrality of the search of flights increased competition and made travel within the EU affordable for many Europeans. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'europeans')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'europeans')] we will continue a discussion on this subject in our working group on the digital single market which i chair and precisely during our next meeting on twenty two november and you are all invited to join us. but let us not forget that this is not the only problem that consumers encounter when booking flights. We will continue discussion on this subject in our working group on Digital Single Market, which I chair. And precisely during our next meeting, it will be on the 22nd of November, and you are all invited to join us. But let us not forget that this is not the only problem that consumers encounter when booking the flights. [('WHEN', 'twenty two november')] [('WHEN', 'single'), ('WHEN', 'next'), ('WHEN', 'the'), ('WHEN', '22nd of november')] They are often geo blocked and have to pay a higher price because of their place of residence, or to put it more precisely because of the temporary location based on their IP address. they are often geo-blocked and have to pay a higher price because of their place of residence or to put it more precisely because of the temporary location based on their IP address. [] [] The consumers cannot be discriminated against online, and their choice of best offers cannot be restricted by business models. The consumers cannot be discriminated online, and their choice of best offers cannot be restricted by business models. [] [] reminded us of this possibility. Remind us of this possibility. [] [] I think we should do more to protect local communities, as well as the endangered species in the park, such as the mountain gorillas and okapi. I think we should do more to protect local communities as well as the endangered species in the park, such as the mountain gorillas and okapis. [] [] Yesterday, the Committee received the High Representative Vice President of the Commission, Mrs Mogherini, who again stressed the link between development and security. I would also like to stress here, in this debate on the protection of the Virunga National Park, the link between development, ecology and security. And yesterday, the Committee received a High Representative and Vice President of the Commission, Mrs. Mogherini, who stressed again the link between development and security. I would also like to stress here, in this debate on the protection of the Birunga National Park, the link between development, ecology, and security. [('WHEN', 'yesterday'), ('PERSON', 'mogherini'), ('PLACE', 'virunga national park')] [('WHEN', 'yesterday'), ('PERSON', 'mogherini'), ('ORG', 'birunga national park')] We call on the Commission and the Member States to further address the root causes of armed conflicts and corruption and to support sustainable development and peace—building strategies in the park and the surrounding region. We also urge the Commission, the Member States, the We call on the Commission and the Member States to further address the root causes of armed conflicts and corruption, and to support sustainable development and peace-building strategies in the park and in the surrounding region. And we also urge the Commission, the Member States, that we are seeing [] [] I recall that oil exploration and exploitation are not compatible with UNESCO World Heritage status. I recall that oil exploration and exploitation are not compatible with UNESCO World Heritage status. [('ORG', 'unesco')] [('ORG', 'unesco world heritage')] twenty five zero refugees came to europe last year one third to germany one third to my own country and the rest to the european union. 25,000 refugees came to Europe last year. One third to Germany, one third to my own country and the rest to the European Union. [('QUANT', 'twenty five'), ('QUANT', 'zero'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('QUANT', 'one third'), ('PLACE', 'germany'), ('QUANT', 'one third'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('QUANT', '25'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('WHEN', 'last year'), ('QUANT', 'one third'), ('PLACE', 'germany'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('QUANT', 'third'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] Why not Syria? Why not Syria? [('PLACE', 'syria')] [('PLACE', 'syria')] Why not Syria? Why not Syria? [('PLACE', 'syria')] [('PLACE', 'syria')] even and that's particularly interesting when there's no central authority in play. even, and that's particularly interesting when there's no central authority in play. [] [] You could use it for digital rights management, for music, films or electronic football tickets. You could use it for digital rights management, for music, films, or electronic football tickets. [] [] Let me briefly explain to you what this is about. And let me briefly explain to you what this is about. [] [] it has a lot of potential. Some people even liken it to the kind of revolution that was sparked by the introduction of the internet, and I have to say although not all my fellow shadow rapporteurs are here we had a very exciting, very interesting and frankly very enjoyable time a lot of potential. Some people even liken it to the kind of revolution that was sparked by the introduction of the Internet. And I have to say, although not all my fellow shadow reporters are here, we had a very exciting, very interesting and frankly very enjoyable time [] [] it's virtual currencies and distributed ledger technology, so one would be forgiven by thinking well, this is a dull and somniferous subject that perhaps will gently put us into sleep at this late hour of the day, its virtual currencies and distributed ledger technology. So one would be forgiven by thinking, well, this is a dull and somniferous subject that perhaps will gently put us into sleep at this hour, late hour of the day. [('WHEN', 'late hour of the day')] [('WHEN', 'late')] So what we advocate in the report is not to stifle innovation by regulating now, but instead to closely monitor what is going on by the creation of a taskforce which we suggest should be created at the level of the Commission, and then to regulate So what we advocate in the report is not to stifle innovation by regulating now, but instead to closely monitor what's going on by the creation of a task force, which we suggest should be created at the level of the commission, and then to regulate [] [] Some of you may have wondered why it is so much cheaper to send an email or an SMS than to transfer funds, for example from somebody working in one country and sending remittances back home, because in the end this transfer of funds is not much more than an electronic message even today, but still it can be rather expensive 7 or 8 of the funds transferred. And some of you may have wondered, why is it so much cheaper to send an email or an SMS than to transfer funds, for example, from somebody working in one country and sending remittances back home? Because in the end, this transfer fund is not much more than an electronic message even today. But still, it can be rather expensive. 7%, 8% of the funds transferred. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('QUANT', '7'), ('QUANT', '8')] [('QUANT', '7'), ('QUANT', '8')] It could also be an interesting area for government applications fighting VAT fraud or using it to implement an innovative land register. Of course, with such new technology it is early days an interesting area for government applications, fighting VAT fraud or using it to implement an innovative land register. Of course, with such a new technology, its early days [] [] This technology could help us to reduce these transaction costs significantly in the long run, and I think that if we regulate well we might even have open—access electronic wallets where the transfer of funds would be decided by some sort of least—cost routing. And of course, this technology could help us to reduce these transaction costs significantly in the long run. And I think if we regulate well, we might even have open access electronic wallets where the transfer funds would be decided by some sort of leaps-cost routing [] [] we are not at a stage where the risks that come with any such technology are systemic. We are not at a stage where the risks that come with any such technology are systemic. [] [] but of course one would be wrong, because this new technology has a lot of promise But of course one would be wrong because this new technology has a lot of promise [] [] Fundamentally what this is about, this distributed ledger technology that underlies the bitcoin, which is the most prominent virtual currency, is a decentralised database that keeps a record of any sort of transaction done within that database in a way that is surprisingly safe, resilient and trustworthy Fundamentally, what this is about, this distributed ledger technology that underlies the Bitcoin, the most prominent virtual currency, is a decentralized database that keeps a record of any sort of transaction done within that database in a way that is surprisingly safe, resilient, and trustworthy. [] [] This technology can be used as the title of the initiative report would suggest for virtual currencies and in order to reduce the cost of financial transactions significantly. This technology can be used indeed as the title of the initiative report would suggest for virtual currencies and in order to reduce the cost of financial transaction significantly. [] [] You could use this for clearing and settlement, automatic contracts for example implementing derivatives on the distributed ledger far beyond the financial sector. could use it for clearing a settlement. Automatic contracts, for example, implementing derivatives on the distributed ledger far beyond the financial sector [] [] I have lodged my papers with the Court of First Instance, so I intend to fight a very robust case. I have lodged my papers with the Court of First Instance, so I intend to fight a very robust case. [('ORG', 'court of first instance')] [('QUANT', 'first')] All I would like to say is that the big fuss and bother about my parliamentary assistance expenses, covered by the media over the last nine or twelve months, has been a harrowing experience. All I would like to say is that the big fuss and bother about my parliamentary assistance expenses and covered by the media over the last nine or 12 months, it's been a harrowing experience. [('WHEN', 'twelve months')] [('WHEN', 'last nine or 12 months')] I understand I have a very good case and, along with that, I have gone for interim measures, which means that no money will be payable until the Court has heard all the evidence and made the appropriate decision. I understand I have a very good case and also along with that I have gone for interim measures which means that no money will be payable until the court has heard all the evidence and made the appropriate decision. [] [] I only heard the last 10 words. I only heard the last 10 words. [('QUANT', '10')] [('QUANT', '10')] Moreover, we have also succeeded in future proofing the legislation by introducing provisions on software updates and smart appliances, and explicitly banning the use of defeat devices. Finally, the label will be able to show information about, for example, durability or reparability, thereby further helping consumers to save money and at the same time contributing to the objectives of the circular economy. Moreover, we have also succeeded in future proof in the legislation by introducing provisions on software updates and smart appliances and explicitly banning the use of defeat devices. Finally, the labor will be able to show information about, for example, durability or reparability thereby further helping consumers to save money and at the same time contributing to the objectives of the circular economy. [] [] close examination. under close examination. [] [] Focusing on energy efficiency first whether it is for buildings, products or in industry is more important than ever in order to ensure security of supply and a successful energy transition while promoting investment, growth and jobs. Focusing on energy efficiency first, whether it is for buildings, products or industry, is more important than ever in order to ensure the security of supply and a successful energy transition while promoting investment, growth and jobs. [] [] Two thousand eight hundred people and their families are now facing serious difficulties and are left without any income and even any hope. 2800 people under families are now facing serious difficulties and are left without any income and even any hope. [('QUANT', 'two thousand eight hundred')] [('QUANT', '2800')] The minimum wage itself is not the problem. The minimum wage in itself is not the problem. [] [] Some people are claiming that the German application of the minimum wage is one of the most serious attacks on the single market since the adoption of the Single Market Act. These protectionist measures create barriers all the way down through Europe. Some people are claiming that the German application of the minimum wage is one of the most serious attacks on the single market since the adoption of the Single Market Act. These protectionist measures create barriers all the way down Europe. [('NORP', 'german'), ('LAW', 'single market act'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('LAW', 'adoption'), ('LAW', 'single market act')] This is very serious and very worrying. This is very serious and very worrying. [] [] Coming from a country where the social partners actually do the collective bargaining, I am not against a minimum wage, but it is up to the partners to decide what the level should be. Coming from a country where the social partners are actually doing the collective bargaining, I'm not against a minimum wage, but it's up to the partners to decide what should be the level. [] [] It was initially expected that EMAS registered companies would have performed better, since the EMAS environmental requirements are tougher as compared with older and better known certificates such as ISO It was initially expected that EMAS registered companies would have performed better since the EMAS environmental requirements are tougher as compared with older and better known certificates such as ISO [] [] Among them is a line in the definition of EMAS which I saw as particularly important. Among them is a line in the definition of EMAS, which I saw particularly important. [('LAW', 'emas')] [] Now, the problem is how modern technologies can be used for environmental protection, and how industry or services should be helped in promoting the environmental value of the production. Now the problem is how modern technologies can be used for environmental protection and how industry or services should be helped in promoting the environmental value of the protection. [] [] Existing voluntary and regulatory instruments were not linked to each other in order to establish synergies. existing voluntary and regulatory instruments were not linked to each other in order to establish synergies. [] [] Mr President, European legislation was set to encourage enterprises to improve their products and obtain higher standards of energy efficiency and environmental compliance. Thank you, Mr. Chair. European legislation was set to encourage enterprises to improve their products and attain higher standards of energy efficiency and environmental compliance. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] From past experience we know that certificates at various levels were not sufficiently coordinated. From past experience we know that certificates on various levels were not sufficiently coordinated. [] [] Ecolabelling as a part of the EU action plan on sustainable production, consumption and industrial policy is such a tool. Ecolabeling as a part of your action plan on sustainable production, consumption and industrial policy is such a tool. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [] First revision of the EMAS scheme was not encouraging. First revision of the IMA scheme was not encouraging. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('ORG', 'emas')] [] The goal of ecological certificates is to engage synergies with other legal acts that are tackling environmental aspects of the products. The goal of Ecologic Certificates is to engage synergies with other legal acts that are tackling environmental aspects of the products. [] [] It is about striking a balance between regulatory and market based instruments, with the aim of developing voluntary standards for various products and services or helping to optimise production processes and make more effective use of resources. It is about striking the balance between regulatory and market-based instruments with the aim of developing voluntary standards for various products and services or helping to optimize production processes and make more effective use of resources. [] [] It would help organisations to proceed more easily from ISO to EMAS standards. it would help organization to proceed more easily from ISO to EMA standards. [] [('ORG', 'iso')] 14001. Yet EMAS registered companies were not performing better, and the system of environmental excellence was weaker as compared with the ISO Yet, EMAS registered companies were not performing better and the system of environmental excellence was weaker as compared with ISO. [('QUANT', '14001')] [] An impartial system of certification will be, we suppose, appreciated also by consumers. I hope that this will help organisations to choose the most rational systemic approach in order to interconnect different fields of environmental protection. impartial system of certification will be, we suppose, appreciated also by consumers. I hope that this will help organization to choose the most rational systemic approach in order to interconnect different fields of the environmental protection. [] [] The People's Republic of China is a global power with its all the means of a centralised powerful state. The People's Republic of China is a global power with all its means of a centralized, powerful state. [('PLACE', 'people s republic of china')] [('PLACE', 'the'), ('PLACE', 'people s republic of china')] What I see today when I look at Hong Kong is a big powerful regime trying to silence those who actually have the same dream as I had once when I started in politics 20 years ago. What I see today when I look at Hong Kong is a big powerful regime trying to silence those who actually have the same dream as I had once when I started in politics 20 years ago. [('WHEN', 'today'), ('PLACE', 'hong kong'), ('WHEN', '20 years ago')] [('WHEN', 'today'), ('PLACE', 'hong kong'), ('WHEN', '20 years ago')] By imposing a screening mechanism, the Chinese Government will disqualify candidates for the 2017 Chief Executive election who do not meet the government's approval. By imposing a screening mechanism, the Chinese government will disqualify candidates for the 2017 chief executive election that do not meet the government's approval. [('NORP', 'chinese'), ('WHEN', '2017'), ('WHEN', 'chief'), ('WHEN', 'executive'), ('WHEN', 'election')] [('NORP', 'chinese'), ('WHEN', '2017')] I am one of those who engaged in politics at a really young age, at 16 years old. I am one of those who engaged in politics in a really young age at 16 years old. [('WHEN', '16 years old')] [('WHEN', '16 years old')] If we do not speak up when fundamental democratic principles are manipulated, then we also send another type of message we tell those students that democracy is important for us, and we are lucky that we can benefit from it inside the European Union, but we do not really care if other people live in a democratic society or not. If we don't speak up when fundamental democratic principles are manipulated, then we also send another type of message. We tell those students that democracy is important for us and we're lucky that we can benefit from it inside the European Union, but we don't really care if other people live in a democratic society or not. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] Mr President, there are many reports from various sources on the current situation in Hong Kong, but it is clear that the authorities are trying to manipulate and limit, in some cases even violently, the democratic process. Mr. Speaker, there are many reports from various sources coming in on the current situation in Hong Kong, but there is clear that the authorities are trying to manipulate and limit, in some cases even violently, the democratic process. [('PLACE', 'hong kong')] [('PLACE', 'hong kong')] When students peacefully protest for democratic and indeed human rights anywhere in the world, they deserve to be backed up by us in the European Union as a global power of democracy. when students peacefully protest for the democratic and indeed human rights anywhere in the world. They deserve to be backed up by us in the European Union as a global power of democracy. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] If we in this House are silent, we approve of the message from the Chinese Government, and that is why we have to protest and make sure that the demonstrators are actually seen and that we do not forget their deeds. If we in this house are silent, we approve of the message from the government of China and that is why we have to protest and make sure that the demonstrators actually are seen and that we do not forget their deeds. [('NORP', 'chinese')] [('PLACE', 'china')] Second, I do not believe in the Minsk Group, but I believe that the EU in the person of the High Representative has the capacity to broker the negotiations. Second, I don't believe on Minsk Group, but I believe the EU, in the person of the high representative, has capacity to broker the negotiations. [('QUANT', 'second'), ('ORG', 'minsk group'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('QUANT', 'second'), ('ORG', 'minsk group'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] It has got to give the impression that it is in the driving seat to solve the problem. It's got to give the impression that it's in the driving seat to solve the problem. [] [] So we have a European Economic Recovery Plan of which the car industry is a part. So we have a European economic recovery plan of which the car industry is a part. [] [('NORP', 'european')] But in reality each manufacturer is going to look after itself as best it can, and each country will look after its manufacturers as best it can. But in reality, each manufacturer is going to look after itself as best it can, and each country will look after its manufacturer as best it can. [] [] There is of course a possible case for some support, some financial support to the car industry and other sectors to keep capital intact and to keep skills intact. There is, of course, a possible case for some financial support to the car industry and other sectors to keep capital intact and to keep skills intact. [] [] But this can only be decided at the national level because the support apart from the European Investment Bank mentioned by Mr Verheugen can only be provided by national taxpayers. But there is one thing that the European Union could constructively do here, at least until the recession is over, and that is to give But this can only be decided to the national level because the support, apart from the European Investment Bank mentioned by Mr. Bohorgen, that support can only be provided by national taxpayers. But there is one thing that the European Union can constructively do here, at least until the recession is over, and that's give [('ORG', 'european investment bank'), ('PERSON', 'verheugen'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('ORG', 'european investment bank'), ('PERSON', 'bohorgen'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] car manufacturers a break from environmental restrictions. car manufacturers a break from environmental restrictions. [] [] The industry is already in serious trouble. The industry is already in serious trouble. [] [] These environmental and other standard restrictions make cars more expensive. These environmental and other standard restrictions make cars more expensive. [] [] You are helping to kill off an industry which is already in serious bother. helping to kill off an industry which is already in serious bother. [] [] In order to address concerns expressed by Parliament, the extension of the autonomous trade preferences is subject to Ukraine's respect for the essential elements of the Association Agreement. In order to address concerns expressed by parliaments, the extension of the autonomous trade preferences is subject to Ukraine's respect for the essential elements of the association agreements. [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] The unilateral market access granted to Ukraine corresponds to the first year of application of the schedule of concessions negotiated under the DCFTA. The unilateral market access granted to Ukraine corresponds to the first year of application of the schedule of concessions negotiated under the EDCFTA. [('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('LAW', 'dcfta')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('LAW', 'ed')] economic, political, security and territorial challenges. I would like to thank Parliament for the efforts already made to pave the way for a swift conclusion of the legislative procedure for this file in order to ensure that trade flows are not disrupted. economic, political, security and territorial challenges. I would like to thank the Parliament's mischair for the efforts already made to pave the way for a swift conclusion of the legislative procedure for this file in order to ensure that trade flows are not disrupted. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'parliament')] In addition, safeguard controls are in place to prevent market distorting surges impacting adversely on European companies and industry, including the agriculture sector. In addition, safeguard controls are in place to prevent market distorting surges impacting adversely on European companies and industry, including the agriculture sector. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] As part of the 12 September outcome, the Commission also agreed to submit a proposal to extend, until the end of 2015, the autonomous trade preferences currently granted to Ukraine, as they will otherwise cease to apply as of As part of the September 12 outcome, the Commission also agreed to submit a proposal to extend until the end of 2015 the autonomous trade preferences currently granted to Ukraine as they will otherwise cease to apply as of [('WHEN', '12 september'), ('WHEN', 'end of 2015'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('WHEN', 'september 12'), ('WHEN', '2015'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine')] expressed satisfaction when the Association Agreement was ratified. expressed satisfaction when the association agreement was ratified. [] [] The proposal by the Commission for such a delay was based on a clear request from Ukraine to take an initiative that would allow ratification of the Association Agreements to go ahead while leaving more time to discuss ways of addressing Russian concerns arising from the implementation of the DCFTA. The proposal by the Commission for such delay was based on the clear request from Ukraine to take an initiative that would allow the ratification of the association agreement to go ahead, while leaving more time to discuss ways of addressing Russian concerns arising from the implementation of the DCFTA. [('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('NORP', 'russian'), ('LAW', 'dcfta')] [('ORG', 'ukraine'), ('LAW', 'dcf')] This outcome must be seen in the bigger political context. This outcome must be seen in the bigger political context. [] [] The current proposal simply extends the duration of those autonomous preferences by 15 additional months, thus maintaining the same preferences. The current proposal simply extends the duration of those autonomous preferences by 15 additional months, thus maintaining the same preferences. [('WHEN', '15 additional months')] [('QUANT', '15')] Most importantly from an economic point of view, the autonomous trade preferences have a very limited impact on the EU markets, and yet at the same time they represent a gesture of tangible economic and political support to Ukraine in a difficult situation, helping to address Ukraine's difficult Most importantly, from an economic point of view, the autonomous trade preferences have a very limited impact on the EU markets. And yet, at the same time, they represent a gesture of tangible economic and political support to Ukraine in a difficult situation, helping to address Ukraine's difficult [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('PLACE', 'autonomous'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine')] EU phytosanitary rules remain fully applicable to Ukrainian products. EU phytosanitary rules remain fully applicable to Ukrainian products. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'ukrainian')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'ukrainian')] Let me recall the basic elements of these autonomous trade preferences. Let me recall the basic elements of these autonomous trade preferences. [] [] We must stand shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine in the face of the extremely difficult political and territorial challenges it faces but also in its process of reforms and economic modernisation. We must stand shoulder to shoulder with Ukraine in face of the extremely difficult political and territorial challenges it faces, but also in its process of reforms and economic modernization. [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] Delays in the extension of trade preferences should indeed be avoided as this could have an impact on economic operators' decisions to import goods from Ukraine. Delays in the extension of trade preferences should indeed be avoided, and this could have an impact on economic operators' decision to import goods from Ukraine. [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] Even retroactive application risks not fully repairing interferences with trade flows and would be cumbersome not only for the economic operators but also for our competent national customs authorities. Even retroactive application risks not fully repairing interferences with trade flows and would become a sum not only for the economic operators but also our competent national customs authorities. [] [] It is certainly not neutral when it comes to women. certainly not neutral when it comes to women. [] [] The bottom line has been said here over and over again, there has to be some stepping up of the work, there has to be some binding measures. And the bottom line has been said here over and over. There has to be some stepping up of the work. There has to be some binding measures. [] [] I hope and I expect the Commission to take this on board because it also means a lot in who we are as a player on the global level. I mean, I hope and expect the Commission to take this on board because it also means a lot in who we are as a player on the global level. [] [] Nobody else is going to take gender equality further, as well as social rights, in EU trade deals if we don't do it. else is going to take gender equality further and social rights in EU trade, if we don't do it. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] We decide what is monitored and when, and how, and if. We decide what is monitored and when and how and if. [] [] Without the power to measure, analyse and utilise fishing data, the UK will still be unable to formulate its own fisheries policies and will remain under the hegemony of the CFP. Without the power to measure, analyse, utilise fishing data, the UK will still be unable to formulate its own fisheries policies and will remain under the hegemony of the CFP. [('PLACE', 'uk'), ('LAW', 'cfp')] [('PLACE', 'uk')] This report is the Trojan horse, the cuckoo in the nest, the fifth column, the hidden enemy within. This report is the Trojan horse, the cuckoo in the nest, the fifth column, the hidden enemy within. [('QUANT', 'fifth')] [('ORG', 'trojan horse'), ('ORG', 'cuckoo'), ('QUANT', 'fifth')] Sign up to this under the so called Great Repeal Bill which is no such thing and the UK has lost half the battle to reclaim our own fisheries and waters before the negotiation has even begun. Sign up to this under the so-called Great Repeal Bill, which is no such thing, and the UK has lost half the battle to reclaim our own fisheries and waters, before the negotiation has even begun. [('LAW', 'great repeal bill'), ('PLACE', 'uk'), ('QUANT', 'half')] [('PLACE', 'uk')] Now we have the opportunity, dear Commissioner, to take up full responsibility and ambition and take the side of Parliament. you have the opportunity, dear commissioner, to take up full responsibility and ambition and take the side of the parliament. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [] Our high level of ambition on renewables takes fully into account the recent spectacular cost reduction in solar panels and offshore wind. Our high level of ambition on renewables takes fully into account the recent spectacular cost reduction in solar panels and offshore wind. [] [] My understanding was that, during the Maltese Presidency, over the last couple of months there was an important paradigm shift in the whole migration and refugee issue a shift from just allowing millions and millions of migrants coming to Europe My understanding was that during the Marty's presidency, during the last couple of months, there was an important shift of paradigm in the whole migration and refugee issue, a shift from just allowing millions and millions of migrants coming to Europe [('NORP', 'maltese'), ('WHEN', 'the last couple of months'), ('QUANT', 'millions and millions'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('WHEN', 'marty'), ('WHEN', 'the'), ('WHEN', 'last couple of months'), ('QUANT', 'millions'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] towards treating the root causes, and treating the whole issue locally. towards treating the root causes and treating the whole issue locally. [] [] What is the policy of the European Union, following the Maltese Presidency? This kind of paradigm shift is what my country, Hungary, has been fighting for for a long time, and we shall never give up. What is the policy of the European Union following the Maltese presidency? This kind of paradigm shift is what my country, Hungary, has been fighting for for a long time, and we shall never give up. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('NORP', 'maltese'), ('PLACE', 'hungary')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('NORP', 'maltese'), ('PLACE', 'hungary')] The benefits of globalisation do indeed have to reach all citizens and all communities. The benefits of globalization do indeed have to reach all citizens and all communities. [] [] I strongly believe that the EU can make a difference in the essential fields of labour rights and environmental protection, amongst others, and also through its TSD chapters in our FTAs. I strongly believe that the EU can make a difference in the essential fields of labour rights and environmental protection amongst others and also through its TSD chapters in our FDA's. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 't')] In conclusion to all that work, I can share the EPP Group's view that we see sanctions as a last—resort mechanism and would appreciate turning towards more effective ways to deal with the problem at hand. In conclusion, to all that work, I can share the EPP Group's view that we see sanctions as a last resort mechanism and would appreciate turning towards more effective ways to deal with the problem at hand. [('ORG', 'epp group')] [('ORG', 'e')] The experience gathered so far at the global level shows that trade—related sanctions fall short of delivering the desired results. The experience gathered so far at a global level shows that trade-related sanctions fall short of delivering the desired results. [] [] We do not see conclusive evidence that sanctions could lead to an improvement of the effectiveness and the implementation of the TSD chapters. We do not see conclusive evidence that sanctions could lead to an improvement of the effectiveness and implementation of TSD chapters. [] [] The way forward is to consolidate these chapters and to strive for the more effective and sustainable implementation of this important pillar in our value—based trade policy. The way forward is to consolidate these chapters and to strive for the more effective and sustainable implementation of this important pillar in our value-based trade policy. [] [] That being said, to address any doubts that may arise during this debate, the MFA is not an unconditional support. That being said, to address any doubts that may arise during this debate, MFA is not an unconditional support. [] [] I believe that our common goal is to help Ukraine, but it is true that we need to closely follow the situation. I believe that our common goal is to help Ukraine, but it is true that we need to closely follow the situation. [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] to be dispersed as medium and long term loans. The assistance is also intended to trigger reforms in Ukraine, which is done by agreeing with the Ukrainian authorities a Memorandum of Understanding. to be dispersed as medium and long-term loans. The assistance is also intended to trigger reforms in Ukraine, which is done by agreeing with the Ukrainian authorities a memorandum of understanding [('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('NORP', 'ukrainian')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('NORP', 'the'), ('NORP', 'ukrainian')] This means that the rapporteur does not support any amendments tabled to the plenary and recommends closing the file at first reading. To end, I would like to underline once again that this report is just a legal base for the Commission to disburse the This means that the rapporteur does not support any amendments stable to the plenary, and he recommends to close the file in the first reading. To end, I would like to underline once again, this report is just a legal base for the European Commission to disperse the money. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('ORG', 'european')] Third, the reform process, which has been important but is not really steady until now. Third, to reform process which has been important but is not really steady until now. [('QUANT', 'third')] [('QUANT', 'third')] Therefore, it is crucial that the two unfulfilled anti corruption measures will be part of the new conditions. Therefore, it is crucial that the two unfulfilled anti-corruption measures will be part of the new conditions. [('QUANT', 'two')] [('QUANT', 'two')] A step in the right direction is the adoption of the law on the high anti corruption court this last week. A step into the right direction is the adoption of the law on high anti-corruption court this last week. [('WHEN', 'last week')] [('WHEN', 'last week')] In that context, I would like to highlight three key elements. In that context I would like to highlight three key elements. [('QUANT', 'three')] [('QUANT', 'three')] If corruption is not addressed drastically, MFA funds should not be delivered to Ukraine. If corruption is not addressed drastically, MFA funds should not be delivered to Ukraine. [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] In addition, the newly adopted law was signed yesterday by the President of Ukraine. The rapporteur welcomes this news with great satisfaction it means that Ukrainians take the commitment seriously. In addition, the newly adopted law was signed yesterday by the President of Ukraine. I welcome – the rapporteur welcomes this news with great satisfaction. It means that Ukrainians take the commitment seriously. [('WHEN', 'yesterday'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('NORP', 'ukrainians')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('NORP', 'ukrainians')] First, the worsening conflict and casualties in the east of Ukraine and all the many socio economic consequences of this aggression. Second, the economic recovery, which remains fragile. First, to worsening conflict and casualties in the east of Ukraine and to halt the heavy socioeconomic consequences of this aggression. Second, the economic recovery, which remained fragile. [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('QUANT', 'second')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('QUANT', 'second')] Hence, the need for support for these reforms in the context where many interests can play against, especially in pre election years. Hence, to need for support to these reforms in the context where many interests can play against, especially in a pre-election year. [] [] money, but they will do so only when Ukrainians manage to fulfil all the agreed and outstanding conditions. But they will do so only when Ukrainians managed to fulfill all the agreed and outstanding conditions. [('NORP', 'ukrainians')] [('NORP', 'ukrainians')] There are firm conditions to ensure that this money will serve economic stabilisation and support the reforms. It is very important to remind that the Commission cancelled the last tranche of the third MFA programme when some of Ukraine's commitments were not fulfilled. They are firm conditions to ensure that this money will serve to the economic stabilization and to the support of the reforms. No, it is very important to remind that the Commission canceled the last tranche of the third MFA program when some Ukraine's commitments were not fulfilled. [('QUANT', 'third'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('QUANT', 'third'), ('NORP', 'ukraine')] In other words, it is a financial instrument and its purpose is economic stabilisation. This is the fourth time that the Commission proposes macrofinancial assistance for Ukraine since the beginning of the war in 2014. This time, the Commission proposes EUR 1 billion In other words, it is a financial instrument, and its purpose is economic stabilization. This is the fourth time that the Commission proposes an MFE for Ukraine since the beginning of the war in 2014. This time, the Commission proposes one billion [('QUANT', 'fourth'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('WHEN', '2014'), ('QUANT', 'eur 1 billion')] [('QUANT', 'fourth'), ('PLACE', 'ukraine'), ('WHEN', '2014'), ('QUANT', 'one billion')] If we are serious about our goal, we cannot slow down the procedures. If we are serious about our goal, we cannot slow down to procedures. [] [] This Memorandum sets out the supporting policy measures which are conditional for the disbursements of the funds. This memorandum sets out the supporting policy measures, which are conditional for the disbursements of the funds. [] [] I am very grateful that we are where we are now. Indeed, Ukraine needs this support and it deserves this support, and it is very appropriate to have this next programme now. I'm very grateful that we are where we are now. Indeed, Ukraine needs this support, and it deserves this support, and I think it is very appropriate to have this the next program now. [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] [('PLACE', 'ukraine')] I am grateful to the Commissioner that you although it is not included in the joint declaration explicitly referred to that, because that is what it is also about. grateful to the commissioner that you, although it is not included in the joint declaration, you explicitly refer to that, because that it is what it is also about. [] [] We need to be very clear in this regard. We need to be very clear in this regard. [] [] However, the eternally crucial issue remains that of the implementation. However, the eternally crucial issue remains that of the implementation. [] [] We recommend taking advantage of the Lithuanian Presidency and the Eastern Partnership Summit in Vilnius as an opportunity to improve relations with Belarus, as soon as all political prisoners have been released of course, and to restart the political dialogue on, inter alia, democratic reforms, free and fair elections, and respect for human rights. We recommend taking advantage of Lithuanian presidency in the Eastern Partnership Summit in Vilnius as an opportunity to improve relations with Belarus. Of course, as soon as all political prisoners have been released and to restart the political dialogue on inter-alia, democratic reforms, free and fair elections, and respect for human rights. [('NORP', 'lithuanian'), ('WHEN', 'eastern'), ('WHEN', 'partnership'), ('WHEN', 'summit'), ('PLACE', 'vilnius'), ('PLACE', 'belarus')] [('NORP', 'lithuanian'), ('WHEN', 'eastern'), ('PLACE', 'vilnius'), ('PLACE', 'belarus'), ('PLACE', 'al')] however for what is probably the first time we are discussing belarus and its relations with the eu not by reacting to the frequent negative news from this country but rather by trying to analyse the situation and thus propose concrete policy actions. i would like to thank the twenty five colleagues However, for what is probably the first time we discuss Belarus and its relations with the EU, not by reacting to the frequent negative news from this country, but rather by trying to analyze the situation and thus propose concrete policy actions. I would like to thank 25 colleagues [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'belarus'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', 'twenty five')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('PLACE', 'belarus'), ('PLACE', 'the'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', '25')] Therefore, we urge Belarus to lift any obstacles and restrictions to the exercise of freedoms of association, expression, movement, peaceful assembly, thoughts, for the democratic opposition and NGOs. Therefore, we urge Belarus to lift any obstacles and restrictions to exercise our freedoms of association, expression, movement, peaceful assembly, thoughts for democratic opposition and their NGOs. [('PLACE', 'belarus')] [('PLACE', 'belarus')] It is a very important instrument and should be used for strengthening people's understanding of the need for reforms and for the development also of an appropriate social net. It's a very important instrument and should be used for strengthening people's understanding for need for reforms and for the development also of an appropriate social net. [] [] I believe that all these and other artificial barriers should be broken down as soon as possible. I believe that all these and other artificial barriers should be broken down as soon as possible. [] [] We recommend encouraging the wider civil society, including trade unions and business representatives as well as the political opposition, alongside officials, to increase their involvement in the Dialogue on Modernisation. We recommend encouraging the wider civil society, including trade unions and business representatives, as well as the political opposition, alongside the officials, to increase their involvement in the dialogue on modernization. [] [] Some influential European politicians believe that Belarus is lost to the EU. some influential European politicians believe that Belarus is lost for the EU. [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'belarus'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'belarus'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] We suggest that this should be done in a very thorough way in order to improve their effectiveness and adapt their scope, nature and validity, reacting to the developments in that country We suggest that it would be done in a very thorough way in order to improve the effectiveness and adapt the scope, nature and validity reacting to the developments in the country. [] [] Do we really need, in order to build a democracy in the European Union, to have a top—down elite selected and co opted by European parties, or what is really very dangerous put forward by European movements of national parties Do we really need to build a democracy in the European Union to have a top-down elite selected and co-opted by European parties or what is really very, very dangerous for European movements of national parties? [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'european')] If we are not a federation, why should we have a joint constituency that not even federations have? If we are not a federation, why should we have a joint constancy that not even the federation has? [] [] They must take second place play second fiddle to the needs of our ports and our boats. They must take second place, play second fiddle to the needs of our ports and our boats. [('QUANT', 'second'), ('QUANT', 'second')] [('QUANT', 'second'), ('QUANT', 'second')] It is obvious to everyone that the current system is unfair and has a devastating effect on honest taxpayers, including small and medium sized enterprises. Therefore, I cannot see any reason why we should not act in order to change the situation. It is obvious for everyone that the current system is unfair and has a devastating effect on honest taxpayers, including small and medium-sized enterprises. Therefore, I cannot see any reason why not to act in order to change the situation. [] [] A few weeks ago, one team, Manor Racing, became the latest to collapse after administrators could not find a buyer. Smaller teams in Formula One are punished by rules that guarantee bigger teams prize money, even if they finish last. A few weeks ago, one team, Manor Racing, became the latest to collapse after administrators couldn't find a buyer. Smaller teams in F1 are punished by roles that guarantee bigger teams prize money, even if they finish last. [('WHEN', 'a few weeks ago'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('ORG', 'manor racing'), ('ORG', 'formula one')] [('WHEN', 'a few weeks ago'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('ORG', 'manor')] Colleagues, you may think Formula One is just for petrol headed adrenaline junkies but actually it is important for our economy as well. colleagues you may think formula one is just for petrol headed adrenaline junkies but actually it's important for our economy as well [('WHEN', 'formula'), ('WHEN', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'one')] Last December, Foundem, the first complainant in the shopping case, had to close its shopping comparison website, and Yelp also closed its European businesses. Last December found them, the first complainant into the shopping case had to close its shopping comparison website, and also help closed its European businesses. [('WHEN', 'last december'), ('ORG', 'foundem'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('ORG', 'yelp'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('WHEN', 'last december'), ('QUANT', 'first'), ('NORP', 'european')] You need to show companies that they cannot be rewarded for losing time because, in the last two years, Google's attitude and behaviour has caused more damage to complainant companies. you need to show companies that they cannot be rewarded for losing time. Because in the last two years, Google Actitude and Behaviour has caused more damages to complainant companies. [('ORG', 'google')] [('WHEN', 'in'), ('WHEN', 'the'), ('WHEN', 'last two years'), ('ORG', 'google actitude')] When it comes to remedies, may I suggest that all companies sit down with their technological experts, together with the Commission, to try to find non—discriminating future proofed remedies. Thank you very much. And when it comes to remedies, may I suggest that all companies sit down with their technological experts together with the Commission to try to find non-discriminating future proven remedies? Thank you very much. [] [] Let me remind you that time helps monopolies and damages SMEs. Let me remind you that time helps monopolies and damages SMEs. [] [] Madam President, dear colleagues, dear High Representative, I'm looking at these issues especially as a spokesperson for security and defence from the PPE Group, and in this specific policy area, it is so obvious that the US is and will remain an indispensable partner. I'm looking on these issues, especially as a spokesperson for security and defence from the EPP Group. And in this specific policy area, it is so obvious that the U.S. is and will remain an indispensable partner. [('ORG', 'ppe group'), ('PLACE', 'us')] [('ORG', 'epp'), ('PLACE', 'u')] We call for responsible engagement on key issues such as WTO reform and climate change, to name but two. we call for a responsible engagement on key issues such as W3O reform and climate change to name but two. [('ORG', 'wto'), ('QUANT', 'two')] [('ORG', 'w3')] He has made no effort at all to speak with the EFDD as a group. He has made no effort at all to speak with the EFDD as a group. [('ORG', 'efdd')] [('ORG', 'efdd')] Madam President, our Group is clearly committed to transparency and accountability, especially in the use of public funds. Our group is clearly committed to transparency and accountability, especially in the use of public funds. [] [] A party represented by one MEP still needs to be represented in at least a quarter of the Member States in order to be registered. A party represented by one MEP still needs to be represented in at least a quarter of the member states in order to be registered. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('QUANT', 'a quarter')] [('QUANT', 'a quarter')] We want to make sure we make it more open and inclusive, less formal and rigid. to make sure we make it more open and inclusive, less formal and rigid. [] [] This is very good news, as an important element of the strategy's success is to ensure everybody is on board. This is very good news, as an important element of the strategy's success is to ensure everybody is on board. [] [] That is why we propose enhancing coordination at all levels, through the establishment of a European Union Youth Coordinator and the design of National Action Plans. This is why we propose enhancing the coordination at all levels through the establishment of an European Union Youth Coordinator in the design of national action plans. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] Citizens cannot go on being disillusioned at one summit after another. Citizens cannot go on being disillusioned one summit after another. [('QUANT', 'one')] [] services and professional qualifications, directives, consumer redress and SMEs' incentives. services and professional qualifications, directives, consumer address and SMEs incentives. [] [] lack of proper transposition and information potential of the digital market lack of proper transposition and information, potential of the digital market, [] [] Otherwise, for citizens, unless there is this realisation, this will become nothing more than a meaningless, tired buzzword. Otherwise, for the citizen, unless there is this realization, this will become nothing more than meaningless tired buzzword. [] [] This resolution is a call for economic growth, but in my opinion it is also an indication of the frustration which Parliament and perhaps also the Commission is experiencing vis vis the effective completion of the single market. This resolution is a call for economic growth, but in my opinion it is also an indication of the frustration which Parliament, and perhaps also the Commission, is experiencing vis-à-vis the effective completion of the single market. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'parliament')] We are already feeling, unfortunately, the effects of protectionism in various ways. We are already feeling, unfortunately, the effects of protectionism in various ways. [] [] However, and most importantly, it must be a market which is credible, well understood and trusted by citizens, providing Europeans with a realistic and holistic action growth plan in order to achieve a truly competitive, inclusive and social economy. However, and most importantly, it must be a market which is credible, well understood and trusted by citizens, providing Europeans with a realistic and holistic action growth plan in order to achieve a truly competitive, inclusive and social economy. [('NORP', 'europeans')] [('NORP', 'europeans')] Time is running short and the continued unity and integration of the market are being seriously threatened. Time is running short and the continued unity and integration of the market are being seriously threatened. [] [] The relaunch of the economy and the single market will need the continued impetus and input and hopefully the leadership of the Commission, and the committed ownership by the Member States. The relaunch of the economy and the single market will need the continued impetus and input and hopefully the leadership of the Commission and the committed ownership by the Member States. [] [] Once again, we are discussing the potential of the single market, but citizens are tired of rhetoric and instead want to see the realisation of this potential because the single market is very vital for the European Union. Once again, we are discussing the potential of the single market, but the citizen is tired of this rhetoric and instead wants to see the realization of this potential, because the single market is very vital for the European Union. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] It would be deeply sad if, in the fifth year of this legislature, we were to find ourselves churning out yet another resolution on the single market and debating the same problems that were identified in the first year, amongst others the fragmentation and inadequate application of rules It would be deeply sad if the fifth year of this legislature were to find ourselves churning out yet another resolution on the single market and debating the same problems that were identified in the first year. Amongst others, the fragmentation and inadequate application of rules. [('WHEN', 'fifth year'), ('WHEN', 'first year')] [('QUANT', 'fifth'), ('QUANT', 'first')] It is high time the Council came up with more coordinated, urgent specific solutions and decisions concerning the crisis created, after all, by the irresponsible behaviour of some banks. This Parliament and the Commission especially Commissioner Barnier have been making specific proposals and initiatives, yet we seem to move very slowly. At this high time, the Council came up with more coordinated urgent specific solutions and decisions to the crisis created, after all, by the responsible behavior of some banks. This Parliament and the Commission, especially Commission Barnier, have been making specific proposals and initiatives, yet we seem to move very slowly. [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PERSON', 'barnier')] [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PERSON', 'barnier')] we had an ambitious and thoughtful Parliament We had an ambitious and thoughtful parliament. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'parliament')] Now, for the first time, we had an ambitious proposal by the Commission And for the first time, we had an ambitious proposal by the Commission. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] Delayed payments regulation is a case where the Greek economy would have big dividends to avoid future generation of non performing loans when the next crisis comes. The late payments regulation is a case where the Greek economy would have big dividends to avoid future generation of non-performing loans when the next crisis comes. [('NORP', 'greek')] [('NORP', 'greek')] I would like to ask the Commission and the Greek government to continue the implementation of the approved legislation. Full implementation of EU law will generate convergence in the quality of the interinstitutional framework with the best European countries. I would like to ask the Commission and the Greek government to continue the implementation of the approved legislation. Full implementation on EU law will generate conversions in the quality of institutional framework with the best European countries. [('NORP', 'greek'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'greek'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('NORP', 'european')] It would also be good to understand how revenues from income tax have been lower in 2017 than in 2016, even though the economy of the country is growing. It would also be good to understand how revenues from income tax have been lower in 2017 than in 2016, even though the economy of the country is growing. [('WHEN', '2017'), ('WHEN', '2016')] [('WHEN', '2017'), ('WHEN', '2016')] On the future of Poland and Europe, state capture by a single party is not the future. the future of Poland and Europe, state capture by a single party that is not the future. [('PLACE', 'poland'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'poland'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] I supported the Solidarity movement in the 80s, when the Polish Communists denounced us as zgniły Zachód the rotten West'. Today when I read a translation of programmes on your public TV and radio, I'm getting the impression that we are already close to zgniły Zachód again when we insist on the rule of law and the separation of powers, when respect for your own constitution is demanded. When I supported the Solidarity Movement in the '80s, the Polish Communist denounced us as "skniwe zachut" as "rotten west". Today, when I read a translation of programs of your public TV and radio, I'm getting the impression that we are already close to "skniwe zachut" again, when we insist that the rule of law and the separation of powers, the respect of your own constitution, is demanded. [('ORG', 'solidarity'), ('WHEN', 'the 80s'), ('NORP', 'polish communists')] [('WHEN', '80'), ('NORP', 'polish')] I wonder, can you explain to me how a simple law can overrule an explicit provision in the Constitution with regard to the duration of the mandate of a judge in the Supreme Court? I wonder, can you explain to me how a simple law can overrule an explicit provision in the Constitution with regard to the duration of the mandate of a judge in the Supreme Court? [('LAW', 'constitution'), ('ORG', 'supreme court')] [] You said we should listen to citizens and to their concerns. You said we should listen to citizens and their concerns. [] [] Yet at the same time you talk to us about a Marshall Plan for Africa, when Poland is a country which has no development ministry, no development agency and invests At the same time, you talk to us about a Marshall Plan for Africa, while Poland is a country which does have no development, ministry, no development agency, and invest zero [] [('PLACE', 'poland')] The aim is to perform better and to show it. Simpler rules, as the Commissioner said, to combine funds and this is, I think, the need for the future. The aim is to perform better, to show it, simpler rules, as the Commissioner said, to combine funds. And this is, I think, the need from beyond. [] [] We had control on control, sometimes five times! We had control on control, sometimes five times. [('QUANT', 'five')] [('QUANT', 'five')] On control, I think we made big steps forward. I think we made big steps forward. [] [] So this is the aim. So this is the aim. [] [] They haven't got a clue. They don't have a plan. They will continue giving billions of our money to the EU and are completely split on whether to carry out the result of the referendum or not. They haven't got a clue. They don't have a plan. They will continue giving billions of our money to the EU and they're completely split on whether to carry out the result of a referendum or not. [('QUANT', 'billions'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('QUANT', 'billions of our'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] The Tories have agreed to hand nearly GBP 40 billion over to the EU as a punishment for having a democratic decision to leave. The Tories have agreed to hand nearly £40 billion over to the EU as a punishment for having a democratic decision to leave. [('ORG', 'tories'), ('QUANT', 'gbp 40 billion'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('NORP', 'tories'), ('QUANT', '40 billion'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] The Tories have had two years to come up with a position on Brexit and show us a blueprint of what an independent Britain would look like. The Tories have had two years to come up with a position on Brexit and show us a blueprint of what an independent Britain would look like. [('NORP', 'tories'), ('WHEN', 'two years'), ('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('PLACE', 'britain')] [('ORG', 'tories'), ('WHEN', 'two years'), ('PLACE', 'brexit'), ('NORP', 'britain')] The recent Commission statement of estimates showed that the UK will be handing over EUR The recent Commission's statement of estimates showed that the UK will be handing over [('PLACE', 'uk')] [('PLACE', 'uk')] Madam President, we all know that Nigeria is a huge country, the most populated country in Africa, and we all know that it is devastated by injustice and violence, not only on religious grounds but also on social, economic and political grounds. Human and President Commissioner, we all know that Nigeria is a huge country, the most populated country in Africa. And we all know that it's devastated by injustice and violence, not only on religious grounds, but also on social, economic and political grounds. [('PLACE', 'nigeria'), ('PLACE', 'africa')] [('PLACE', 'nigeria'), ('PLACE', 'africa')] That is why it happens that Nigeria is one of the five priority countries of the Migration Partnership and in that context I myself have been a member of a delegation to Nigeria on a number of occasions with some other colleagues here. And that is why it happens that Nigeria is one of the five priority countries of the migration partnership. And in that context, I myself have been a member of a delegation to Nigeria in a number of times with some other colleagues here. [('PLACE', 'nigeria'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('QUANT', 'five'), ('PLACE', 'nigeria')] [('PLACE', 'nigeria'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'nigeria')] Migration illicit migration routes is at the origin of massive and gross human rights violations aimed mostly at women and defenceless children. And migration, illicit migration roots, is the origin of massive and gross human rights violation aiming mostly on women and defenseless children. [] [] This resolution tackles the call on the fight against Boko Haram and its terrorism, but also addresses the Nigerian authorities, calling for reform of the security forces, to make sure that they prevent extrajudicial executions, arbitrary detentions and torture, and reform of the criminal judicial system to make sure that the law is enforced to fight violence, terrorism and corruption, which is massive in Nigeria. This resolution tackles the call on the fight on Boko Haram and its terrorism, but also addresses the Nigerian authorities to reform security forces, to make sure that they prevent extra-judicial executions, arbitrary detentions, and torture, and to reform the criminal judicial system to make sure that the law is enforced to fight violence, terrorism, and corruption, which is massive in Nigeria. [('ORG', 'boko haram'), ('NORP', 'nigerian'), ('PLACE', 'nigeria')] [('ORG', 'boko haram'), ('NORP', 'nigerian'), ('PLACE', 'nigeria')] Europe has probably never needed solidarity and equality more than today. Europe has probably never needed solidarity and equality more than today. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('WHEN', 'today')] a single set of rules a single set of rules. [] [] My only concern is that cohesion policy remains the main investment policy for the European Union, that it carries on supporting growth and improving the conditions of investment. My only concern is that cohesion policy remains the main investment policy for the European Union, that it carries on supporting growth and improving the conditions of investments. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union')] In two years, 100 concentration camps were in place. In two years, one hundred concentration camps were in place. [('WHEN', 'two years'), ('QUANT', '100')] [('WHEN', 'two years'), ('QUANT', 'one hundred')] One hundred years of communism in practice equals roughly 100 million victims. It was, and still is, a system which is based on two pillars violence and lies. 100 years of communism in practice equals roughly 100 million victims. It was, and it is still, a system which is based on two pillars, violence and lies. [('WHEN', 'one hundred years'), ('QUANT', '100 million'), ('QUANT', 'two')] [('WHEN', '100 years'), ('QUANT', '100 million'), ('QUANT', 'two')] I can I try but she might not like it very much. I can try, but she might not like it very much. [] [] We are still optimistic about this very complicated programme and on behalf of the EPP Group I can say that I fully support his stand. who is still optimistic about this very complicated problem. And on behalf of the EPP Group, I can say that I fully support his stand. [('ORG', 'epp group')] [('ORG', 'epp')] The internal situation remains extremely complicated but we must understand that it is our shared worry and shared responsibility. The internal situation remains extremely complicated, but we must understand that it is our shared worry and shared responsibility. [] [] The major problem remains national reconciliation, which means serious efforts to develop inclusiveness and mutual trust. The major problem remains national reconciliation, which means serious efforts to develop inclusiveness and mutual trust. [] [] We do not even know if he is still alive. We do not even know if he's still alive. [] [] It is a tragedy that this can go on year after year without anything happening. It is a tragedy that this can go on year after year without anything is happening. [] [('WHEN', 'year')] This film gives additional arguments as to why Dawit Isaak must be released immediately. This film gives additional arguments why David Isaac must be released immediately. [('PERSON', 'dawit isaak')] [('PERSON', 'david isaac')] Now it is time for implementation. Now, it is time, of course, for the implementation. [] [] This would allow us if the government has the willpower to control our own borders, not pay a membership fee, and not have to comply with EU regulations and directives. would allow us if the government has the willpower to control our own borders, not pay a membership fee, not have to comply with EU regulations and directives. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Certain politicians, whom I don't have to name here in this speech, should hang their heads in shame because of their dangerous and reckless policies which have allowed jihadis to cross our borders freely without checks. Certain politicians who don't have to name here in this speech should hang their head in shame because of their dangerous and reckless policies which have allowed jihadis to cross our borders freely without checks. [] [('NORP', 'j')] Mr President, first allow me to congratulate you on your election. Yeah, yeah. [] [] We are the United Kingdom, the fifth largest economy in the world. United Kingdom, the fifth largest economy in the world. [('PLACE', 'united kingdom'), ('QUANT', 'fifth')] [('PLACE', 'united kingdom'), ('QUANT', 'fifth'), ('PLACE', 'world')] We have links all over the globe to the Anglosphere, the Commonwealth, the emerging markets of the Far East. We have links all over the globe to the Anglosphere, the Commonwealth, the emerging markets of the Far East. [('PLACE', 'anglosphere'), ('PLACE', 'far east')] [('PLACE', 'anglos'), ('PLACE', 'far east')] I am, however, glad that the Prime Minister made it clear that we are leaving the single market. I am, however, glad that the Prime Minister made it clear that we are leaving the single market. [] [] I think it's interesting that the conclusions of the Council meeting raised the issues of migration and security, because these two issues go hand—in—hand, as has recently been shown by the attacks on our continent. I think it's interesting that the conclusions of the council meeting raised the issues of migration and security because these two issues go hand in hand as has recently been shown by the attacks on our continent. [('ORG', 'council'), ('QUANT', 'two')] [('QUANT', 'two')] I am also concerned that there was no mention of immediate immigration controls, which means that, by the time we are fully out of the EU, on current trends, we could have another million people come into our country from the continent. I'm also concerned that there was no mention of immediate immigration controls, which means that by the time we are fully out of the EU, on current trends, we could have another million people coming to our country from the continent. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', 'million')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('QUANT', 'another'), ('QUANT', 'million')] What should be on our to do list? should be on our dualist. [] [] It is authorised by a UN Security Council resolution it complements the efforts of the African Union force It is authorized by a UN Security Council resolution. It complements the efforts of the African Union force. [('ORG', 'un security council'), ('ORG', 'african union')] [('ORG', 'un security council'), ('ORG', 'african union')] That is why our group argues that we should be more ambitious, so that in 2020 we will reduce our emissions by 30 instead of 20, and in 2030 we will need an equally ambitious target. Why? Our group argues that we should increase our ambitions so that in 2020 we will reduce our emissions by 30% instead of 20, and in 2030 we also need an equally ambitious target. [('WHEN', '2020'), ('QUANT', '30'), ('QUANT', '20'), ('WHEN', '2030')] [('WHEN', '2020'), ('QUANT', '30'), ('QUANT', '20'), ('WHEN', '2030')] It concluded that science tells us that if we do not fundamentally change the way we consume and produce energy now, then we risk having a temperature increase of 4° years. And it concluded that science tells us that if we don't fundamentally change the way we consume and produce energy, now we risk that we will have a temperature increase of 4 degrees within 60 years. [('QUANT', '4'), ('WHEN', 'years')] [('WHEN', '4'), ('WHEN', 'within'), ('WHEN', '60 years')] Now it holds in its hands the very future of these negotiations for an agreement in 2015 for one whole year. Now it holds in its hands the very future of these negotiations for an agreement 2015 for one whole year. [('WHEN', '2015'), ('WHEN', 'one whole year')] [] Madam President, dear colleagues, dear High Representative, I'm looking at these issues especially as a spokesperson for security and defence from the PPE Group, and in this specific policy area, it is so obvious that the US is and will remain an indispensable partner. I'm looking on these issues, especially as a spokesperson for security and defence from the EPP Group. And in this specific policy area, it is so obvious that the U.S. is and will remain an indispensable partner. [('ORG', 'ppe group'), ('PLACE', 'us')] [('ORG', 'epp'), ('PLACE', 'u')] We call for responsible engagement on key issues such as WTO reform and climate change, to name but two. We call for a responsible engagement on key issues such as W3O reform and climate change to name but two. [('ORG', 'wto'), ('QUANT', 'two')] [('ORG', 'w3')] Mr President, we, the members of the Socialist and Democratic family in this House, truly care about the rule of law, separation of powers and the independence of the judiciary, and of course we understand the legitimate concerns every time there is a risk of breach of the rule of law in relation to a judicial reform in a Member State. To the members of the Socialist and Democratic family in this House, we do truly care about the rule of law, separation of power and independence of judiciary. And of course, we understand legitimate concerns every time there is a risk of breach of the rule of law regarding a judicial reform in a member state. [('NORP', 'socialist and democratic')] [('ORG', 'socialist and democratic family')] That tells you all you need to know about the UK Independence Party. I think it tells you all you need to know about the UK Independence Party. [('ORG', 'uk independence party')] [('ORG', 'uk independence'), ('WHEN', 'party')] the commission should analyse all possibilities in order to ensure that all operational programmes resubmitted after the deadline of twenty four november two thousand and fourteen are taken into consideration in order to conclude the inter service consultation by the end of the year and be treated as ready for adoption if they fulfil the quality requirements. The Commission should analyze all possibilities in order to ensure that also operational programs resubmitted after the deadline of 24 November 2014 are taken into consideration in order to conclude the inter-service consultation by the end of the year and be treated as ready for adoption if they fulfill the quality requirements. [('WHEN', 'twenty four november two thousand and fourteen'), ('WHEN', 'end of the year')] [('WHEN', '24 november 2014'), ('WHEN', 'end of the year')] What can be done to ensure that the revision process goes smoothly and is finalised before 1 May 2015, as specified in Article 19 of the Multiannual Financial Framework Regulation, so as to avoid losing uncommitted amounts from What can be done to ensure that the revision process goes smoothly and is finalized before 1 May 2015 as specified in Article 19 of multi-annual financial framework regulation. So as to avoid losing uncommitted amounts from [('WHEN', '1 may 2015'), ('LAW', 'article 19 of the multiannual financial framework regulation')] [('WHEN', '1 may 2015'), ('LAW', 'article 19 of multi')] but the programming stage is still far from being finalised. but the programming stage is still far from being finalized. [] [] What is the Commission's current position regarding the treatment of commitments for operational programmes co financed by the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for Rural Development, the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund and the Cohesion Fund, which will not be adopted by the end of What is the Commission's current position regarding the treatment of commitments for operational programs co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund, the European Social Fund, the European Agricultural Fund for the Rural Development, the European Maritime and Fisheries Fund, and the Cohesion Fund, which will not be adopted by the end of today? [] [('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('WHEN', 'today')] moreover for programmes not ready for adoption by thirty one december two thousand and fourteen two thousand and fourteen commitments can only be preserved by rebudgeting uncommitted amounts from two thousand and fourteen in accordance with article nineteen of the multiannual financial framework regulation. Moreover, for programs not ready for adoption by 31 December 2014, the 2014 commitments can only be preserved by re-budgeting uncommitted amounts from 2014 in accordance with Article 19 of the Multiannual Financial Framework Regulation. [('WHEN', 'thirty one december two thousand and fourteen'), ('WHEN', 'two thousand and fourteen'), ('WHEN', 'two thousand and fourteen'), ('LAW', 'article nineteen of the multiannual financial framework regulation')] [('WHEN', '31 december 2014'), ('WHEN', '2014'), ('WHEN', '2014'), ('LAW', 'article 19 of'), ('LAW', 'multiannual financial framework regulation')] As a direct consequence, there will be a significant delay in the actual start up of project implementation. As a direct consequence, there will be significant delay in the concrete startup of the project implementation. [] [] Only a limited number of operational programmes have been adopted and, according to the latest information available, only just over one hundred programmes will actually be adopted by the end of this year. Only a limited number of operational programs have been adopted, and according to the latest information available, only a little bit more than 100 programs will be actually adopted by the end of this year. [('QUANT', 'one hundred'), ('WHEN', 'end of this year')] [('QUANT', '100'), ('WHEN', 'end of this year')] However, this implies a revision of the Multiannual Financial Framework, on the basis of a Commission proposal with the Council's agreement and Parliament's consent. However, this implies a revision of the multi-annual financial framework on the basis of a commission proposal with the Council's agreement and Parliament's consent. [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] What were the main problems encountered, and by which Member States? What were the main problems encountered and by which member states? [] [] However, 2014 should not be a lost year as regards investments from the five European structural and investment funds. In this context I would like to table the following question. However, 2014 should not be a lost year as regards investments from the five European structural and investment funds. In this context, I would like to table the following question. [('WHEN', '2014'), ('QUANT', 'five'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('WHEN', '2014'), ('QUANT', 'five'), ('NORP', 'european')] 2014? In this connection, does the Commission envisage taking any measures to facilitate implementation of the operational programme? In this connection, does the Commission envisage taking any measures to facilitate the implementation of the operational program? [('WHEN', '2014')] [('WHEN', 'in')] we have together reinforced the legal framework for protection of the Union's financial interests, achieving significant reinforced the legal framework for the protection of the Union's financial interests, achieving significant results. [('PLACE', 'union')] [('PLACE', 'union')] it distorts competition, sometimes it helps to finance illegal activities and, if losses are too high, it can push up the tax rates in other categories. it distorts the competition, sometimes it helps to finance illegal activities, and if losses are too high, it can push up the tax rates in other categories. [] [] I am glad that an important part of the proposal is the simplification of tax compliance, especially for small and medium sized businesses. I am glad that an important part of the proposal is the simplification of the tax compliance, especially for small and medium-sized businesses. [] [] I believe that better collection of taxes should not be used for increasing the government revenues. I believe that better collection of taxes shouldn't be used for increasing of the government revenues. [] [] In my view, money gained should be invested mainly in the reduction of public debt and the reduction of the most devastating taxes for the economic growth. In my view, money gains should be invested mainly in the reduction of the public debt and the reduction of the most devastating taxes for the economy growth. [] [] I am not going to go through all the details but we are able to support many elements of the three different scenarios worked out in the package. I'm not going to go through all the details in which we are able to support many elements of the three different scenarios worked out in the package. [('QUANT', 'three')] [('QUANT', 'three')] Somebody should do the planning for four structures, and it would be better if those who do this planning were answerable to somebody, possibly a parliamentary body, at the same time. should do the planning for full structure, and it would be better if those who do this planning would be answerable to somebody, possibly a parliamentary body at the same time. [('QUANT', 'four')] [] standard setters, academics and experts. standard setters, academics, and experts. [] [] We think that the concept of public good for the IFRS should be clarified, as well as the potential conflict between the private nature of the IASB, the standard setter, and the public good nature of the IFRS that are applied today in more than 110 countries and jurisdictions. We think that the concept of public good for the IFRS should be clarified, as well as the potential conflict between the private nature of the ISCB, the standard setter, and the public good nature of the IFRS applied today in more than 110 countries and jurisdictions. [('LAW', 'ifrs'), ('ORG', 'iasb'), ('LAW', 'ifrs'), ('WHEN', 'today'), ('QUANT', '110')] [('ORG', 'ifrs'), ('ORG', 'iscb'), ('ORG', 'ifrs'), ('QUANT', '110')] Let me focus on the main points of this report. Let me focus on the main points of this report. [] [] in january two thousand and seventeen the commission proposed the instrument that we are discussing today a macrofinancial assistance package covering approximately twenty five so only a quarter of the country's financial needs as identified by the imf. And in January 2017, the Commission has proposed the instrument that we are discussing today, a macro-financial assistance package covering approximately 25 percent, so only a quarter of the country's financial needs as identified by the IMF. [('WHEN', 'january two thousand and seventeen'), ('QUANT', 'twenty five'), ('QUANT', 'a quarter'), ('ORG', 'imf')] [('WHEN', 'january 2017'), ('QUANT', '25'), ('QUANT', 'a quarter'), ('ORG', 'imf')] if done properly it is my strong belief that these reforms have a high potential systemic impact. If done properly, it is my strong belief. These reforms have a high potential systemic impact. [] [] to conclude in its current form the decision gives us the green light if we vote positively tomorrow for the aid to moldova. To conclude, in its current form, the decision gives us the green light, if we vote positively tomorrow, for the A to Moldova. [('WHEN', 'tomorrow'), ('PLACE', 'moldova')] [('WHEN', 'a')] the result has been even stronger conditionalities attached to the disbursement of each of the three instalments. The result has been even stronger conditionalities attached to the disbursement of each of the three installments. [('QUANT', 'three')] [] eur sixty million would be a loan and eur forty million would be a grant to be disbursed in three instalments in two thousand and seventeen ideally and in. 60 million would be alone and 40 million would be a grant to be disbursed in three installments in 2017 ideally and in [('QUANT', 'eur sixty million'), ('QUANT', 'eur forty million'), ('QUANT', 'three'), ('WHEN', 'two thousand and seventeen')] [('QUANT', '60 million'), ('QUANT', '40 million'), ('QUANT', 'three'), ('WHEN', '2017')] the other two institutions have accepted one hundred percent of our requests. the agreement reached during the trilogue also includes a joint statement by parliament the council and the commission recalling that the necessary precondition for the disbursement of the assistance is respect for effective democratic institutions. The other two institutions have accepted 100% of our requests. The agreement reached during the trial also includes a joint statement by the European Parliament, the Council and the Commission recalling that the necessary precondition for the disbursement of the assistance is the respect of effective democratic institutions. [('QUANT', 'two'), ('QUANT', 'one hundred percent'), ('WHEN', 'trilogue'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('ORG', 'council')] [('QUANT', '100'), ('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('ORG', 'council')] the ambitious programme of reforms will cover financial sector governance public sector governance the fight against corruption the fight against money laundering energy sector reforms and improvement of the business and investment climate. The ambitious program of reforms will cover financial sector governance, public sector governance, fight against corruption, fight against money laundering, energy sector reforms, improvements of the business and investment climate. [] [] i have come up with this proposal to adopt this joint statement in order to address the concerns of colleagues in this house regarding the recent initiative by the authorities to change the electoral system in the republic of moldova. I have come up with this proposal to adopt this joint statement in order to address concerns of colleagues in the House regarding the recent initiative by the authorities to change the electoral system in the Republic of Moldova. [('PLACE', 'republic of moldova')] [('PLACE', 'republic of moldova')] the principle is no reforms no money. The principle is no reforms, no money. [] [] the joint statement puts a strong emphasis on the fact that the consideration by the moldovan authorities of the recommendations of the venice commission will be part of the regular monitoring of the respect for the aforementioned precondition. joint statement puts a strong emphasis on the fact that the consideration by the Moldovan authorities of the recommendations of the Venice Commission will be part of the regular monitoring of the respect of the aforementioned precondition. [('NORP', 'moldovan'), ('ORG', 'venice commission')] [('NORP', 'ovan'), ('LAW', 'venice')] however it does not mean immediate disbursement. However, it does not mean immediate disbursement. [] [] we have clarified that conditions are to be attached to the disbursement of each and every one of the three instalments that benchmarks should be clear as required by the european court of auditors and that the assistance shall be immediately suspended or terminated if the conditions are not met. And we have clarified that conditions are to be attached to the disbursement of each and every of the three installments, that benchmarks should be clear as required by the European Court of Auditors, and that the assistance should be immediately suspended or terminated if the conditions are not met. [('QUANT', 'one'), ('QUANT', 'three'), ('ORG', 'european court of auditors')] [('ORG', 'european court of aud')] this is in order to address the short term balance of payments and fiscal vulnerabilities of the moldovan economy. the proposed assistance therefore amounts to eur one hundred million; And this, in order to address the short-term balance of payments and fiscal vulnerabilities of the Moldovan economy. The proposed assistance, therefore, amounts to 100 million euros. [('NORP', 'moldovan'), ('QUANT', 'eur one hundred million')] [('NORP', 'moldovan'), ('QUANT', '100 million')] these are reforms that will discipline and constrain the exercise of power by the government and any other economic or political actor for generations to come. These are reforms that will discipline and constrain the exercise of power by the government and any other economic or political actor for generations to come. [] [] Mr President, I would like first of all to thank the Commission for the very clear stance on the joint statement adopted by the three institutions and the intention stated here publicly, beyond doubt, to properly enforce it. Well, I would like, first of all, to thank the Commission for the very clear stance on the joint statement adopted by the three institutions, and the intention stated here publicly beyond doubt to properly enforce it. [('QUANT', 'three')] [('QUANT', 'first'), ('QUANT', 'three')] In order for a country to be competitive, it cannot be corrupt. It does need to address corruption, so I believe we are doing the right thing with the DCFT, on the one hand, and with properly addressing and incentivising the fight against corruption Moldova, that is indeed the right thing to do. in order for a country to be competitive, it cannot be corrupt. It does need to address corruption, so I believe we're doing the right thing with the DCFTA on the one hand, and with properly addressing and incentivizing a fight against corruption in Mordova. That is indeed the right thing to do. [('PLACE', 'dcft'), ('PLACE', 'moldova')] [('ORG', 'dcf'), ('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'mordova')] I would also encourage the Moldovan authorities to truly reach out to the opposition and to civil society, and engage in this discussion if the discussion continues on the transformation of the electoral system, but I also encourage the other parties to accept the invitation for dialogue. I would also encourage the Moldovan authorities to truly reach out to the opposition and to civil society and engage in this discussion if the discussion continues on the transformation of the electoral system. But I also encourage the other parties to accept the invitation for dialogue. [('NORP', 'moldovan')] [('NORP', 'moldovan'), ('ORG', 'civil')] A proper democracy requires loyal democrats on all sides. that the proper democracy requires loyal Democrats on all sides. [] [] If we look at the current situation for customers, no real safeguards exist against flight cancellations or delays. If you look at the current situation for customers, no real safeguards exist against flight cancellations or delays. [] [] How do passengers really feel when they book a Ryanair flight, but they don't know whether it will ever take off, and then the company blames poor planning of staff holidays. It is not only the customers who are affected, it is also the crew members, who work on an hourly rate and don't get paid when flights get cancelled. How do passengers really feel when they took a Ryanair flight? But they don't know whether it will ever take off and then the company claims poor planning of staff holidays. It is not only the customers who are affected, it is also the crew members who work on hourly rates and don't get paid when flights get cancelled. [('ORG', 'ryanair')] [] What are the workers' social conditions if they are only being paid for the hours when they are flying, with no income security when flights are cancelled? What are the workers' social conditions? If they are only being paid for the hours you are flying, with no income, security when flights are cancelled. [] [] Is this the model of aviation we want in Europe or elsewhere a new model of legal slavery? Is this the model of aviation we want in Europe or elsewhere, a new model of legal slavery? [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] I saw him on television. I saw him on television. [] [] There was one main weakness, however, in that proposal, which is that there was no provision for the selling off of tyres that did not meet the new requirements after the implementation date. I believe that to be a major flaw. There was one main weakness, however, in the commission proposal, and that is that there was no provision for the selling off of tires that did not meet the new requirements after the implementation date. And I believe that is a major flaw. [('QUANT', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'one')] Her car was destroyed, but she walked away relatively unhurt. This was because the car she was driving had the most modern safety features and this enabled her not to be seriously injured. Her car was destroyed but she walked away relatively unhurt. Why? Because the car she was driving had the most modern safety features and that enabled her not to be seriously injured. [] [] However, in the current circumstances of the car industry, given that cars are not being sold, it was quite clear in the discussions we had with the Council that, in fact, 12 months was probably unrealistic, and we had to consider the serious environmental consequences of getting rid of tyres However, in the current circumstance of the car industry, given that cars are not being sold, it was quite clear in the discussions we had with Council that, in fact, this 12 months was probably unrealistic, and we have to consider the serious environmental consequences of getting rid of tyres [('ORG', 'council'), ('WHEN', '12 months')] [('ORG', 'council'), ('WHEN', '12 months')] As Mr Harbour and the Commissioner have pointed out, simplification is part of this proposal and that is very important. Finally, I would draw attention to what we have done in terms of demanding greater emphasis, in road services, on reducing noise. As Mr Harbour and the commissioners pointed out, simplification is part of this proposal and I think it's very important. And finally, I would draw attention to what we've done in terms of demanding greater emphasis in road services in reducing noise. [('PERSON', 'harbour')] [('PERSON', 'harbour')] That is the context in which we are discussing this report. Now, that is the context in which we are discussing this report. [] [] That is why I proposed to the committee and the committee accepted an amendment stating that tyres that did not meet the standards after the implementation date should be sold off after 12 months. That is why I proposed to the committee and the committee accepted an amendment that said these tyres that did not meet the standards after the implementation date should be sold off after 12 months. [('WHEN', '12 months')] [('WHEN', '12 months')] I would bring to the attention of this House that none of those three is a woman. And I will bring to the attention to this house that none of those three are a woman. [('QUANT', 'three')] [] I think it is very strange that the Commission cannot come up with one single woman who is competent for one of these authorities. And I think it's very strange that a commission cannot come up with one single woman that is competent for one of these authorities. [('QUANT', 'one')] [('QUANT', 'one')] It still has the second largest military spending in the world and it has a technologically advanced and innovative defence sector, yet we are still unable to translate these opportunities into a workable and coherent security policy. It still has the second largest military spending in the world. It has a technologically advanced and innovative defence sector. And yet, we are still unable to translate these opportunities into a workable and coherent security policy. [] [('QUANT', 'second')] The technological, military and economic logic of a more integrated EU defence policy is inescapable but the problem is exclusively political. the technological, military and economic logic of a more integrated EU defense policy is inescapable. But the problem is exclusively political. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] So, one thing is totally different from the other. Then, let me tell you something that is very important. So the one thing is totally different from the other. Then let me tell you something that is very important. [] [('QUANT', 'one')] The report makes reference and emphasises, rightly, the security, defence and political challenge that Russia poses for the European Union. The report makes reference and emphasizes rightly the security, defense and political challenge that Russia provides for the European Union. [('PLACE', 'russia'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'russia'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] We seriously disagree with that. Just witness the political meddling in the Brexit process or a number of European general elections, so indeed this is not just an issue for the east to consider, and this is not an issue for NATO's eastern flank. This is a larger concern to that we need to deal with. The second and, probably much more important, I seriously disagree with that. Just witness the political meddling in the Brexit process or a number of European general elections. So, indeed, this is not just an issue for the East to consider, and this is not an issue for NATO's Eastern flank. This is a larger play that we need to deal with. The second and probably much more important [('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'nato'), ('QUANT', 'second')] [('WHEN', 'brexit'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'east'), ('PLACE', 'eastern flank'), ('QUANT', 'second')] Much as I would like to avoid this, we cannot simply support this file as it stands now. Much as I would like to avoid this, we cannot simply support this fight as it stands now. [] [] This is an obligation for a bilateral, individual response between Member States. is an obligation for bilateral individual response between member states. [] [] Thank you very much. Thank you very much. [] [] I don't think I need to remind my honourable colleagues that this particular article is not traditionally understood as an obligation for collective response. I don't think I need to remind my honorable colleagues that that particular article is not traditionally understood as an obligation for collective response. [] [] the present Commission. the present commission. [] [] In my last few seconds I would like to call upon my colleagues to make sure that we deliver a broad majority for a strong proposal and do not take it apart during the vote on Wednesday. So my last few seconds, I would like to call upon my colleagues, make sure that we deliver a broad majority for a strong proposal and don't take it apart during the vote on Wednesday. [('WHEN', 'few seconds'), ('WHEN', 'wednesday')] [('WHEN', 'wednesday')] The EU is the world's largest provider of development and humanitarian assistance, and with the adoption of Agenda 2030 last September in New York we all committed to the implementation of the new sustainable development goals. The EU is the world's largest provider of development and humanitarian assistance, and with the adoption of Agenda 2030 last September in New York, we all committed to the implementation of the new sustainable development goals. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('LAW', 'agenda 2030'), ('WHEN', 'last september'), ('PLACE', 'new york')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('WHEN', '2030'), ('WHEN', 'last september'), ('PLACE', 'new york')] As the situation in Europe has deteriorated dramatically, I think that the new sustainable development goals should take a step further and adopt strong objectives to reflect the enormity of the crisis, while addressing the root causes of migration in the countries of origin. As the situation in Europe has deteriorated dramatically, I think that the new Sustainable Development Goals should take a step further and adopt strong objectives to reflect the enormity of the crisis, while addressing the root causes of migration in the countries of origin. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] We want to make sure that the funds achieve their purpose to build sustainable economies, health services and educational facilities, create jobs and give a future to people in their own countries. We want to make sure that the funds achieve the purpose to build sustainable economies, health services, educational facilities, create jobs, and give a future to people in their own countries. [] [] Madam President, development policy is key in achieving a more inclusive and peaceful world by uniting global efforts to improve people's lives worldwide and eradicate poverty. Development policy is key in achieving more inclusive and peaceful world by uniting global efforts to improve people's lives worldwide and eradicate poverty. [] [] I think we are in a situation where we should raise public awareness in Europe on the question of the research programme and specifically of its importance for jobs and growth. My question is, since we are now in the midst of the discussions in the trialogue on that issue, what is your in a situation where we should raise public awareness in Europe on the question of the research program and specifically of its importance for job and growth. And my question would be, since we are in the midst of the discussions now on the trilog on that issue, what is your [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] Following the Arab Spring, the international shareholders of the EBRD decided to increase the callable capital so that the bank could extend its operations into countries such as Egypt. Initially, the matter was considered non controversial and the European Council did not amend the proposal. Following the Arab Spring, the international shareholders of the EBRD decided to increase the call about capital so the EBRD could extend its operation into countries such as Egypt. Initially, Madam President, this year was considered non-controversial, and the European Council did not amend it. [('WHEN', 'arab'), ('WHEN', 'spring'), ('ORG', 'ebrd'), ('PLACE', 'egypt'), ('ORG', 'european council')] [('WHEN', 'arab'), ('WHEN', 'spring'), ('ORG', 'ebrd'), ('ORG', 'ebrd'), ('PLACE', 'egypt'), ('ORG', 'european council')] The result is a far stronger text, which recognises the responsibility of the representatives of the EU shareholding in the EBRD and reinforces the reasons for, and the direction of, our involvement in this institution. This has produced a far stronger text which recognizes the responsibility of the representatives of the EU shareholding in the bank and reinforces the reasons for and the direction of our involvement in this institution. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('ORG', 'ebrd')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] about beneficiaries and the impact of its financial intermediary operations. Furthermore, as a result of the committee's amendments, the Governor of the ERBD for the Union should now report annually to Parliament on the promotion of the Union's objectives with regard to the EU's external action policy, the Europe 2020 strategy and the significant increase in transfer to renewable, energy about beneficiaries and impact of its financial intermediary operation. Furthermore, as a result of the Committee's amendments, the governor of the EBRD for the Union should now report annually to the Parliament on the promotion of the Union's objectives with regard to the EU's external action policy. The EU 2020 strategy and the significant increase of the transfer of renewable energy [('ORG', 'erbd'), ('PLACE', 'union'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PLACE', 'union'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('LAW', 'europe 2020 strategy')] [('ORG', 'ebrd'), ('PLACE', 'union'), ('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PLACE', 'union'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] In the resolution we also address the case of the leading civil society activist Sombath Somphone, who disappeared in December In the resolution, we also addressed the case of the leading civil society activist Sampath Samphone, who disappeared in December [('PERSON', 'sombath somphone'), ('WHEN', 'december')] [('PERSON', 'sampath samphone'), ('WHEN', 'december')] 2012. He was allegedly abducted by the police, and we have still not seen any reaction from the Laos Government. He was allegedly abducted by the police and we are still not seeing any reaction of the Laos government. [('WHEN', '2012'), ('PLACE', 'laos')] [('WHEN', 'he'), ('PERSON', 'laos')] In compliance with the opinion of August 2017 of the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention, we call for their immediate and unconditional release. In compliance with the opinion from August 2017 of the UN Working Group on Arbitrary Detention, we call for their immediate and unconditional release. [('WHEN', 'august 2017'), ('ORG', 'un working group on arbitrary detention')] [('WHEN', 'august 2017'), ('ORG', 'un working group on arbit')] I welcome the idea of a Lead State which was announced recently. I do welcome the idea of a lead stage which was announced recently, I think [] [] Mr President, virtual transaction systems are constantly being improved in order to save time and effort for users, but their security is in my opinion a reason to remain vigilant. Thank you for sitting there. Virtual transaction systems are constantly being improved in order to save time and effort for users, but their security is, in my opinion, a reason to remain vigilant. [] [] Many people are easily tricked into revealing personal information online and into making unsecure transactions with third party entities. Many people are easily tricked into revealing personal information online and into making unsecured transactions with third parties' entities. [('QUANT', 'third')] [('QUANT', 'third')] That is why I think the most important measures which should be taken are raising user awareness regarding internet transaction security That is why I think the most important measures that should be taken are raising user awareness regarding internet transaction security. [] [] In the midst of this European debt crisis we always take the decision to fish, to consume more now and create debt for the future. In the midst of this European debt crisis, we always take the decision to face, consume more now and create debt for the future. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] We have a very intensive five months behind us, but I am really proud to have been a part of this process. We have achieved a lot together. This regulation is a good example of what the European Union can achieve if there is enough political will. We have a very intensive five months behind us, but I am really proud to have been a part of this process. We achieved a lot together. This regulation is a good example of what the European Union can achieve if there is a political will. [('WHEN', 'five months'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('WHEN', 'five'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] Under the new regulation, the management of the external borders of the European Union will be the shared responsibility of the Member States and the European Union. Under the new regulation, the management of the external borders of the European Union will be the shared responsibility of the Member States and the European Union. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] One of the priorities of our Group was ensure that the agency had a bigger role in search and rescue at sea. One of the priorities of our group was to ensure that the agency has a bigger role in search and rescue at sea. [('QUANT', 'one')] [] This situation will be improved by the new regulation. This situation will be improved by the new regulation. [] [] Search and rescue operations will be an important component of European integrated border management. Search and rescue operation will be an important component of European integrated border management. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] The agency starts by supporting Member States in carrying out these operations. The agency starts with supporting member states in carrying out these operations. [] [] I know that there are those who are not convinced about this new agency. I know that there are those who are not convinced about this new agency. [] [] I share some of their concerns. I share some of their concerns. [] [] This crisis has been brought about, as we all know, by a kind of casino capitalism, crony capitalism, and a financial services sector that has been subject to no regulation or to light touch regulation, as it is sometimes politely referred to. The fall out of all of this for workers and families across Europe has been nothing short of catastrophic. I have been struck in the debate and in the reports that have been produced by the very polite way in which we are addressing this scandal. And this crisis has been brought about, as we all know, by the kind of casino capitalism, crony capitalism, and a financial services sector that has been subjected to no regulation or light-touch regulation, as it is sometimes politely referred to. And the fallout of all of this for workers and families across Europe has been nothing short of catastrophic. And I'm struck, Chair, in the debate and in the reports that have been [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] The fact is that the EU response to the financial crisis has been sluggish and minimalist. The fact is that the EU response to the financial crisis has been sluggish, has been minimalist. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] I am struck by the fact that the Liberal and Christian Democrat groups are concerned at over prescription, or that protectionism may be introduced through the back door. I'm struck at the fact that the Liberals and Christian Democrat groups are concerned at over-prescription or that protectionism may be introduced through the back door. [('NORP', 'liberal'), ('NORP', 'christian democrat')] [('NORP', 'liberals'), ('NORP', 'christian democrat')] The fact is that we do require a protectionism, and those that must be protected are workers and the real economy. The fact is that we do in fact require protectionism and those that must be protected are workers and the real economy. [] [] We found ourselves in an academic debate, a professional debate and a political debate. We found ourselves in an academic debate, in a professional debate, and in political debate. [] [] We have clear commitments regarding annual assessments of the work done by these three organisations clear commitments regarding annual assessment of the work done by these three organizations. [('QUANT', 'three')] [('QUANT', 'three')] public money eur forty three million will be used to co finance three non profit organisations which deliver public goods the international financial reporting standards foundation which through the international accounting standards board The public money, 43 million euro, will be used for co-financing of three non-profit organizations which deliver public goods. The International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation, which through the International Accounting Standards Board, [('QUANT', 'eur forty three million'), ('ORG', 'international financial reporting standards foundation'), ('ORG', 'international accounting standards board')] [('QUANT', '43 million euro'), ('QUANT', 'three'), ('ORG', 'international financial reporting standards foundation'), ('ORG', 'international accounting standards board')] the Public Interest Oversight Board, which oversees international audit, ethics and education standards for the accounting professions and the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group the technical adviser of the European Commission, the Public Interest Oversight Board, which oversees international audit, ethics, and education standards for the accounting professions. The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group, AFRAG, the Technical Advisor of the European Commission, [('ORG', 'public interest oversight board'), ('ORG', 'european financial reporting advisory group'), ('ORG', 'european commission')] [('ORG', 'public interest oversight board'), ('ORG', 'european financial reporting advisory group'), ('ORG', 'afrag'), ('ORG', 'european commission')] This is about the quality of financial information in the decision making process. It is about the quality of financial information in the decision-making process. [] [] develops international financial reporting standards develops international financial reporting standards. [] [] the question of independence of the standard issuers and the governors of these organisations the question of independence of the standard issuers and the governance of this organization. [] [] The IFRS Foundation and the ICB will take measures for interest disclosure in order to avoid conflicts of interest. IFRS Foundation and ICB will take measures for interest disclosure in order to avoid conflict of interest. [('ORG', 'ifrs foundation'), ('ORG', 'icb')] [('ORG', 'ifrs foundation'), ('ORG', 'icb')] and, where appropriate, proposals for IAS regulation changes. and where appropriate proposal for IAS regulation changes. [] [] We have now created insurance schemes and other schemes to deal with the impaired assets. We have now created insurance schemes and other schemes to deal with the impaired assets. [] [] Europe has led the way in so many other areas it is now time to lead the way in creating the global institutions that will deal with the global problems we have, and provide global solutions. that Europe has led the way in so many other areas. It is now time to lead the way in creating the global institutions that will deal with the global problems we have and provide global solutions. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] The answer is we must do that. is, we must do that. [] [] Whatever the views in this Parliament, I think people have to face up to that as well. And whatever the views in this parliament, I think people are going to face up to that as well. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [] I believe that, whatever the different views expressed in this Parliament, there is a will across the peoples of this world to do that, and we, Europe, can play a major role in it. I believe that whatever the different views expressed in this Parliament, there is a will across the peoples of this world to do that. And we, Europe, can play a major role in it. [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] The world has changed fundamentally, and we need institutions that reflect a global economy in the way they operate and deal with the problems we have. The world has changed fundamentally and we need institutions that reflect a global economy in the way it operates and deals with the problems we have. [] [] We had domestic competition. We had domestic competition. [] [] The second thing we have to realise, despite all the different political views in this Parliament, is that global cooperation not just in banking institutions, but global cooperation in other areas, in fiscal and monetary policy and in trade has to be a very important part of how we approach the future. I think the second thing that we've got to realise, despite all the different political views in this Parliament, is that global cooperation, not just in banking institutions, but global cooperation in other areas in fiscal and monetary policy and for trade, have got to be a very important part of how we approach the future. [('QUANT', 'second'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] [('QUANT', 'second'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] There are global problems that need global solutions. that there are global problems that need global solutions [] [] More manufacturing is being done in Asia than in Europe. More manufacturing is being done in Asia than in Europe. [('PLACE', 'asia'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'asia'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Other countries have now done that. Other countries have now done that. [] [] We found that banks that we thought were independent were completely entangled with other banks in different countries, and we have to deal with that problem. We found that banks that we thought were independent were completely entangled with other banks in different countries. And we have to deal with that problem. [] [] For us to sit apart, to be aloof, not to cooperate with other countries, is a recipe for failure and for an inability to solve a problem that is actually a global banking failure that has spread across the industrial economy. For us to sit apart, to be aloof, not to cooperate with other countries is a recipe for failure and for an inability to solve a problem that is actually a global banking failure that is spread across the industrial economy. [] [] If we do not understand the problem, we will not be able to understand the solution. We had a power cut right across the banking system right across the world. If we don't understand the problem, we will not be able to understand the solution. We had a power cut right across the banking system, right across the world. [] [] First of all, that it is important that the world comes together to deal with this crisis. First of all, that it is important that the world comes together to deal with this crisis. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] Whatever the party political lines that people want to adopt on this, this is the truth we have to deal with the problem of global banking restructuring. And whatever the party political lines that people want to adopt on this, this is the truth. We have to deal with a problem of global banking restructuring. [] [] We recapitalised our banks. capitalised our banks. [] [] We have got to do that. I believe that the lesson of this crisis is that we are now in a global economy. We have got to do that. And I believe that the lesson of this crisis is that we are now in a global economy. [] [] Like it or like it not, the world is changing incredibly fast. like it or like it not, the world is changing incredibly fast. [] [] I was asked whether I would ensure, or try to ensure, that the International Monetary Fund had the resources necessary to deal with the problems of economies that could not at the moment sustain themselves when there was a flight of capital. would I ensure or try to ensure that the International Monetary Fund had the resources that were necessary to deal with the problems of economies that could not at the moment sustain themselves when there was a flight of capital in the [('ORG', 'international monetary fund')] [] The third thing that comes out of this discussion for me is that to have global solutions to global problems we will also need not just our European institutions to be strong, but our global institutions to be strong. I think that comes out from this discussion for me, is that to have global solutions to global problems, we will also not just need our European institutions to be strong, but our global institutions to be strong. [('QUANT', 'third'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] More than a trillion dollars has been spent on recapitalising banks across the world. More than a trillion dollars has been spent in recapitalising banks across the world. [('QUANT', 'a trillion dollars')] [('QUANT', 'a trillion dollars')] That will require us to shape global institutions, and my message to this Parliament is very clear. That will require us to shape global institutions, and my message to this parliament is very clear. [('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'parliament')] I was asked whether the World Bank and other international institutions can help countries where there is substantial poverty being created as a result of the crisis. I asked whether the World Bank and other international institutions can help countries where there is substantial poverty being created as a result of the crisis. [('ORG', 'world bank')] [('ORG', 'world bank')] There is trade round the world at a speed that we have never seen before until this crisis, and we have to deal with that by creating a global trading environment which is free, but also fair. There is trade around the world at a speed that we've never seen before until this crisis and we have got to deal with that by creating a global trading environment which is free but also fair. [] [] This is a test of how we, having over the last 60 years created a Europe which has social protection as well as economic progress, can help shape a world where we have economic progress, environmental care and social justice at the same time. This is a test of how we, having over the last 60 years created a Europe which has social protection as well as economic progress, can help shape a world where we have economic progress, environmental care and social justice at the same time. [('WHEN', 'the last 60 years'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('WHEN', 'last 60 years'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Mr President, all Member States have very distinct legal cultures. Mr President, all Member States have very distinct legal cultures. [] [] The legal system of the UK is very different to the rest of continental Europe. The legal system of the UK is very different to the rest of continental Europe. [('PLACE', 'uk'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'uk'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] A blanket policy cannot work in this Union. A blanket policy cannot work in this union. [('PLACE', 'union')] [] It saddens me to see that this report is calling on the Commission to urge Member States to ensure the strict enforcement of EU rules on the free movement of persons. The EU cannot force an EU migration policy on countries which are already dealing with very difficult internal problems, such as housing and financial commitments. It saddens me to see this report is calling on the Commission to urge Member of States to ensure the strict enforcement of EU rules on the free movement of persons. The EU cannot force an EU migration policy on countries who are already dealing with very difficult internal problems such as housing and financial commitments. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] I also note with concern that the emphasis of this report is on bringing sovereign nation states back into line'. I also note with concern that the emphasis of this report is on bringing sovereign nations' states back into line. [] [('NORP', 'sovereign')] The report's references to ensuring the EU institutions themselves comply with EU law could almost be obligatory. The report's references to ensuring the EU institutions themselves comply with EU law could almost be obligatory. [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] This is not a periphery matter. This is not a periphery matter. [] [] This report, like the EU institutions themselves, has failed to consider who guards the guards. This report, like the EU institutions themselves, has failed to consider who guards the guards. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] This was a sign of mutual respect. This was a sign of mutual respect. [] [] Congratulations, especially to the Commissioner for his commitment and his tough tone, which led to the 1 March agreement and calmed the situation. Congratulations, especially to you, Commissioner, for your commitment in your tough tone, which led to the first March agreement, and calm the situation. [('WHEN', '1 march')] [('QUANT', 'first')] We have been following the developments very anxiously in Brussels and in Europe, and the EU has made tremendous efforts to act as a mediator between the parties. We have been following the developments very anxiously in Brussels and in Europe, and yet the U.S. has made tremendous efforts to act as a mediator between the parties. [('PLACE', 'brussels'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'brussels'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'u')] Last December, only two months after the positive Commission progress report, we experienced a major political crisis in the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia. The opposition was kicked out of the plenary, journalists had been expelled previously, and voting took place without their presence. Last December, only two months after the positive commission progress report, we experienced a major political crisis in the former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia. The opposition was kicked out of the plenary. Journalists had been expelled previously. Voting took place without their presence. [('WHEN', 'last december'), ('WHEN', 'two months'), ('PLACE', 'former yugoslav republic of macedonia')] [('WHEN', 'last december'), ('WHEN', 'two months'), ('PLACE', 'yugoslav republic of'), ('PLACE', 'macedonia')] Let us continue to work hard, keeping the country on the European track. Let's continue to work hard, keeping the country on the European track. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] The whole political process was disrupted due to parliamentary blocking for many weeks. The whole political process was disrupted due to parliamentary blocking for many weeks. [('WHEN', 'many weeks')] [('WHEN', 'for many weeks')] This is very much deplorable, but my problem is that this debate is somewhat out of the context of urgency because at the same time, we know that during this year in Iran ten times more people have been executed. This is very much deplorable. But my problem is that this debate is somewhat out of the context of urgencies. Because at the same time, we know that during this year in Iran, ten times more people have been executed. [('WHEN', 'this year'), ('PLACE', 'iran'), ('QUANT', 'ten')] [('WHEN', 'this year'), ('PLACE', 'iran'), ('QUANT', 'ten')] Kuwait and Bahrain decided to have a moratorium on executions for the past 6 years, and this is something encouraging. Kuwait and Bahrain have decided to have a moratorium on executions for the past six years, and this is something encouraging. [('PLACE', 'kuwait'), ('PLACE', 'bahrain'), ('WHEN', 'the past 6 years')] [('PLACE', 'kuwait'), ('PLACE', 'bahrain'), ('WHEN', 'for'), ('WHEN', 'past six years')] It is the only way people have to express their views about upcoming projects. It is the only way people have to express the views about upcoming projects. [] [] The Commission proposal is reinforcing this directive. The commission proposal is reinforcing this directive. [] [] Furthermore, we ask for more social participation. Furthermore, we ask more civil participation. [] [] That tells you all you need to know about the UK Independence Party. I think it tells you all you need to know about the UK Independence Party. [('ORG', 'uk independence party')] [('ORG', 'uk independence party')] If you want to get rid of all these problems you mention, this is not the right way. If you want to get rid of all these problems you mentioned, this is not the right way. [] [] It will increase costs and will be less competitive for the European market and for the SMEs that you believe that you are protecting. It will increase costs and it will be less competitive for European market and for the SMEs that you believe that you are protecting. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'sm')] This compromise, thanks to the determination and hard work of many of us, will bear good fruits. This compromise, thanks to the determination and hard work of many of us, will bear good fruits. [] [] I am asking for your broad support in the vote tomorrow. I ask for your broad support in the vote tomorrow. [('WHEN', 'tomorrow')] [('WHEN', 'tomorrow')] We proved today that the European Union can deliver concrete results for citizens all over Europe, bringing positive changes in our daily lives, but for the full completion of the digital single market we still need many reforms and a lot of work. We prove today that the European Union can deliver concrete results for the citizens all over Europe, bringing positive changes in our daily lives. But for the full completion of the digital single market, we still need many reforms and a lot of work. [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] We need to do our best to break down national silos. We need to do our best to break down national silos. [] [] There is no place for protectionism in our common European market. There is no place for protectionism in our common European markets. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] The next step we should take is harmonisation of the VAT rules. We also need to unify copyright protection rules and open up the services market in the audio visual sector. The next step we should take is harmonization of the VAT rules. We also need to unify copyright protection rules and open up the services market in the audiovisual sector. [] [('QUANT', 'next'), ('LAW', 'vat')] I hope that the Council will help us in these efforts. As for us, in Parliament, I hope to see this project at the forefront of our agenda. I hope that the Council will help us in these efforts. As for us in the Parliament, I hope to see this project in the forefront of our agenda. [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'council'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] Already now, I am looking forward to the review in two years, which you have just mentioned Mr Vice President. Already now, I'm looking forward to the review in two years which you have just mentioned, Mr. Vice President. [('WHEN', 'two years')] [('WHEN', 'two years')] 2017. This forum will enable, for the first time, an exchange of views between all concerned actors, such as consumer representatives, industry at various stages of the supply chain, Member States' authorities and the Commission. Some of you have called on the Commission to propose a specific legislation to prohibit dual quality. This forum will enable for the first time an exchange of views between all concerned actors, such as consumer representative, industry at various stages of the supply chain, member states authorities and the commission. Some of you have called on the commission to propose a specific legislation to prohibit dual quality. [('WHEN', '2017'), ('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] The Commission intends to provide the results of this mapping for the next SHERPA meeting of the high level forum for a better functioning of the food supply chain on 20 June, in line with a conclusion of the European Council of 9 March The Commission intends to provide the results of this mapping for the next SHERPA meeting of the high-level forum for a better functioning of the food supply chain on 20 June, in line with the conclusion of the European Council of 9th Submerged. [('ORG', 'sherpa'), ('WHEN', '20 june'), ('ORG', 'european council'), ('WHEN', '9 march')] [('ORG', 'sherpa'), ('WHEN', '20 june'), ('ORG', 'european council'), ('WHEN', '9')] so far the commission has received twenty one replies from the member states. So far, the Commission has received 21 replies from the Member States. [('QUANT', 'twenty one')] [('QUANT', '21')] The establishment of a simple, effective and transparent evaluation mechanism complementing the current Schengen evaluation is a most welcome initiative. The establishment of a simple, effective and transparent evaluation mechanism complementing the current Schengen evaluation is a most welcome initiative. [('LAW', 'schengen')] [] Early elections would be a sensible short term compromise in such a dramatic standoff, offering both sides a democratic solution. Early elections will be a sensible short-term compromise in such a dramatic standoff, offering both sides a democratic solution. [] [] Minister, the members of the Council should not appeal to the principle of subsidiarity, since we are dealing with European elections, not with local, regional or national elections. We, the Greens EFA, consider that the Parliament's electoral law resolution has been very shy, Minister, the members of the Council shouldn't appeal to the principle of subsidiarity since we are dealing with European elections, not with local, regional or national elections. We, Greens, if consider that the Parliament's electoral law resolution has been very [('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'greens efa'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] [('ORG', 'the'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('ORG', 'parliament')] without showing a true ambition to update the electoral system according to the new social and political demands for greater participation, accountability and equality. without showing a true ambition to update the electoral system according to the new social and political demands for greater participation, accountability and equality. [] [] We understand the urgency of producing a new law on the important subject of the European elections. We understand the urgency of producing a new law on the important subject of the European elections. [('NORP', 'european')] [('NORP', 'european')] our electoral rules. our electoral rules. [] [] as it is the institution taking the final decision on ratification by the European Union of any international treaty. as it is the institution taking the final decision or notification by the union of any international treaty. [('PLACE', 'european union')] [] However, the quality of the Council decision depends to a large extent on the quality of the proposal submitted to it. However, the quality of the council decision depends to a large extent on the quality of the proposal submitted to it. [('ORG', 'council')] [] As I have said, any discussion on competence is a very difficult and sensitive one. As I have said, discussions on the competence is a very difficult and sensitive one. [] [] We have had several rounds of discussion in an attempt to find a solution. We have had several rounds of discussion in attempts to find a solution. [] [] To find one, flexibility needs to be shown by everyone and I will repeat that by everyone. To find one, flexibility needs to be shown by everyone. And I will repeat it by everyone. [('QUANT', 'one')] [] A measure that could significantly facilitate unblocking the situation is a legislative proposal by the Commission to adapt the EUʼs legal framework to the Marrakesh Treaty ahead of the Council decision on the conclusion of the Marrakesh Treaty. A measure that could significantly facilitate unblocking the situation is a legislative proposal by the Commission to adopt the EU legal framework to the Marcus Treaty ahead of the Council decision on the conclusion of the Marcus Treaty. [('PLACE', 'euʼs'), ('LAW', 'marrakesh treaty'), ('ORG', 'council'), ('LAW', 'marrakesh treaty')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('LAW', 'marcus treaty'), ('LAW', 'council'), ('LAW', 'marcus treaty')] What would not be helpful or productive is to suspend our discussions to start lengthy court procedures. What would not be helpful or productive is to suspend our discussion to start lengthy court procedures. [] [] I will conclude by saying that the Marrakesh Treaty has been included on the agenda of the Foreign Affairs Council that takes place on Monday next week. I will conclude by saying that the Marrakesh Treaty has been included in the agenda of the Foreign Affairs Council that takes place Monday next week. [('LAW', 'marrakesh treaty'), ('ORG', 'foreign affairs council'), ('WHEN', 'monday next week')] [('ORG', 'marrakesh'), ('ORG', 'foreign affairs council'), ('WHEN', 'monday next week')] You should not be able to set the agenda or frame our political responses, let alone frame our future. You should stop putting people against each other and stop lying about migrants and refugees, and you should stop confusing migrants and terrorists. You should not be able to set the agenda or frame our political responses, let alone frame our future. You should stop putting people against each other, and stop lying about migrants and refugees, and should stop confuse migrants and terrorists. [] [] It is beyond all dignity and sense. it is beyond all dignity and sense. [] [] Smugglers exist because there is a lack of legal pathways. Smugglers exist because there's a lack of legal pathways. [] [] To externalise borders in the way that some people here want to do is not to save people. to externalize borders the way we see that some people here want to do. It's not to save people. [] [] We want to open more legal pathways. want to open more legal pathways. [] [] The problem, however, is that our current policy seems not to be working. The problem, however, is that our current policy seems not to be working. [] [] This is together with the negotiation of the MFF. And this is together with negotiation of the MFF. [] [] We must strive to defend it, and make every effort to further increase its effectiveness. We must strive to defend it and make every effort to further increase its effectiveness. [] [] For example, in February 2017, we published a staff document to explain our approach. For example, in February 2017, we published a staff document to explain our approach. [('WHEN', 'february 2017')] [('WHEN', 'february 2017')] New alliances are necessary, including with big consumer countries, especially China, and with financial institutions. New alliances are necessary, including with big consumer countries, especially China and with financial institutions. [('PLACE', 'china')] [('PLACE', 'china')] finally the commission raised awareness of the importance of language learning through public events like the european day of languages on twenty six september and the national awards of the european language label for innovative language learning projects. Finally, the Commission raised awareness on the importance of language learning through public events like the European Day of Languages on 26th of September and the National Awards of the European Language Label for Innovative Language Learning Projects. [('WHEN', 'european'), ('WHEN', 'day'), ('WHEN', 'of'), ('WHEN', 'languages'), ('WHEN', 'twenty six september')] [('WHEN', 'european'), ('WHEN', 'day'), ('WHEN', 'of'), ('WHEN', '26th of september')] In highlighting the complexity brought about by language diversity and the fundamental importance of language technologies on the road to achieving language equality, the report provides food for thought for developing future actions. In highlighting the complexity brought about by language diversity and the fundamental importance of language technologies on the road to achieving language equality, the report provides food for thoughts for developing future actions. [] [] And he did his job, two years later, three years later to see what comes out. And the conclusion is clear the work was fixed, the work was done. job two years later three years later to see what comes out and the conclusion is clear the work fix the work done [('WHEN', 'two years later'), ('WHEN', 'three years later')] [('WHEN', 'two years later three years later')] Good results and even with more capacity to perform in the future. good results and even with more capacity to perform in the future. [] [] Special times, special situation, special measures. Special times, special situation, each special measure. [] [] Inequality is on the rise and of course that goes precisely to those segments of the European social fabric which have been the victims of a long, protracted discrimination in history the Roma community, of course, but not only them. Let me say that making up the budget is not only a matter in this House for a single European political group and that of course I do favour an inequalities on the rise and of course that goes exactly to those segments of the European social fabric which have been the victims of a long protracted discrimination in history of course the Romo Committee not only but let me say that making up the budget is not only a matter in this house of a single European political group and of course I do favor I do favor [('NORP', 'european'), ('NORP', 'roma'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('ORG', 'european social fabric'), ('ORG', 'romo committee'), ('NORP', 'european')] The second thing I wanted to say to you is that, in the current dispensation of the European budget, there is 20 for social inclusion, including in the European Social Fund. The second thing I wanted to tell you is that in the current dispensation of the European budget, there is a 20% or social inclusion, including in the European social fund. [('QUANT', 'second'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('QUANT', '20')] [('QUANT', 'the'), ('QUANT', 'second'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('QUANT', '20'), ('NORP', 'european')] Ever since the great recession got started, we Socialists have fought all along the way against the recessive austerity and in favour of a European budget in order to fight social exclusion. ever since the Great Recession got started, we socialists have fought all along the way against the recessive austerity in favor of a European budget in order to fight social exclusion [('NORP', 'socialists'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('WHEN', 'great'), ('WHEN', 're'), ('NORP', 'european')] Mr President, subsidiarity and proportionality seem to be the past, and President Macron if we let him do so will change the structure, the strategies and everything of the European Union, as he Thank you, subsidiarity and proportionality seems to be the past, and President Macron, if we let him do so, will change the structure and the strategies and everything of the European Union as [('PERSON', 'macron'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] [('PERSON', 'macron'), ('PLACE', 'european union')] He wants a United States of Europe, while we European people want a Europe of nations of independent nations with sovereignty. He wants a United States of Europe, while we European people want a Europe of nations, of independent nations with sovereignty. [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'united states'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] We, the majority of Europe, do not want migration We, the majority of Europe, do not want migration. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] On the one side, there is my country, Hungary, with the Visegrad countries representing clearly the majority of European citizens. On the one side, there is my country, Hungary, with the Visegrad countries, representing clearly the majority of European citizens. [('PLACE', 'hungary'), ('ORG', 'visegrad'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('QUANT', 'one'), ('PLACE', 'hungary'), ('PLACE', 'visegrad'), ('NORP', 'european')] The important thing is that they should speak up much more loudly. The important thing is that they should speak up much more loudly. [] [] But still, if we want to protect Europe and our countries and our communities together Hungary, the Visegrad countries and the citizens of Europe please speak up where ever you can and support Hungary. Still, if we want to protect Europe and our countries and our communities, together, Hungary, the Visegrad countries and the citizenry of Europe, please speak up wherever you can and support Hungary. [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'hungary'), ('ORG', 'visegrad'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'hungary')] [('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'hungary'), ('PLACE', 'visegrad'), ('PLACE', 'europe'), ('PLACE', 'hungary')] So the time really has come for the Bank to adopt an up to date responsible taxation policy and that would involve three measures during the exercise of the Bank's due diligence, particularly for intermediaries which, as my colleague Hugues Bayet said, are a particular problem. So the time really has come for the bank to adopt an up-to-date responsible taxation policy. And that would involve three measures during the exercise of the bank's due diligence, particularly for intermediaries, which as my colleague, Hugo Baillot, said, are a particular problem. [('QUANT', 'three'), ('PERSON', 'hugues bayet')] [('QUANT', 'three'), ('PERSON', 'hugo baill')] It is that point which motivates many of the requests that have been made of the Bank. that point, which motivates many of the requests that have been made of the bank. [] [] It is in all of our interests, for example, that the fiscal capacity of Member States is preserved, and that the EU's aid policy is not undermined by tax leaking away from developing countries. in all of our interests, for example, that the fiscal capacity of member states is preserved and that the EU's aid policy is not undermined by tax leaking away from developing countries [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] Firstly, we need the Bank to make use of the measures contained within the Anti Money Laundering Directive and particularly to access the new registers of beneficial ownership of companies. First we need the bank to make use of the measures contained within the anti-money laundering directive and particularly to access the new registers of beneficial ownership of companies. [('QUANT', 'firstly'), ('LAW', 'anti money laundering directive')] [('QUANT', 'first')] The Bank did, in 2009, become a pioneer when it adopted a policy against non cooperative jurisdictions, but as we all know, that policy has lost many of its teeth as those jurisdictions have creatively complied with the letter of OECD requirements, rather than complying with their spirit. The bank did, in 2009, become a pioneer when it adopted a policy against non-cooperative jurisdictions, but as we all know, that policy has lost many of its teeth as those jurisdictions have creatively complied with the letter of OECD requirements rather than complying with their spirit. [('WHEN', '2009'), ('ORG', 'oecd')] [('WHEN', '2009'), ('ORG', 'oecd')] This makes them an indispensable sector in stabilising the European economy and creating jobs and growth in Europe. This makes them an indispensable sector in stabilising the European economy in creating jobs and growth in Europe. [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Unfortunately, the current instruments are insufficient and do not provide SMEs, especially micro and small enterprises, with the necessary means to finance investment. Unfortunately, the current instruments are insufficient and do not provide SMEs, especially micro and small enterprises, with the necessary means to finance investments. [] [] Mr President, for as long as I have been a Member of the European Parliament, I have repeatedly called on the Member States and the Commission to join up their efforts and tackle the root causes of migration, which is the only way forward in terms of providing a genuine response to the migration crisis in the EU and in Africa. The Trust Fund launched at the Valletta summit on migration is designed to help foster stability in the African regions and contribute to better migration management. I have repeatedly called on the Member States and the Commission to join their efforts and tackle the root causes of migration, which is the only way forward to provide a genuine response to the migration crisis in the EU and in Africa. The fund launched at the Valetta Summit on Migration was designed to help foster stability in the African regions and contribute to [('ORG', 'european parliament'), ('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'africa'), ('WHEN', 'valletta'), ('WHEN', 'summit'), ('WHEN', 'on'), ('WHEN', 'migration'), ('NORP', 'african')] [('PLACE', 'eu'), ('PLACE', 'africa'), ('LAW', 'valetta summit on migration'), ('NORP', 'african')] Most importantly, the fund will help address the root causes of irregular migration by stimulating investment and boosting sustainable growth, and through job creation in the African countries where most migrants come from. Most importantly, the Fund will help address the root causes of irregular migration by stimulating investments, boosting sustainable growth and drop creation in African countries where most migrants come from. [('NORP', 'african')] [] We have to ensure accountability, transparency and proper management of funds. we have to ensure accountability, transparency and proper management of funds. [] [] We have to ensure well planned investments so that the proposed billions really benefit the citizens through projects which improve education, healthcare and infrastructure. We have to ensure well-planned investments so that the proposed billions really benefit the citizens in projects which improve education, healthcare and infrastructure. [('QUANT', 'billions')] [('QUANT', 'billions')] Of course, the European Parliament demands that the Commission be fully transparent in all negotiations and that we be provided with timely sectoral impact assessments. Of course, the European Parliament demands that the Commission is fully transparent in all negotiations and that we are provided with timely sectoral impact assessment. [('ORG', 'european parliament')] [('ORG', 'european parliament')] I believe that this opportunity should be used by Parliament to strongly support an FTA with Japan for the following reasons. The European Union and Japan are industrial giants that share democratic values and together represent I believe that this opportunity should be used by the parliament to strongly support an FTA with Japan for the following reasons. The European Union and Japan are industrial giants that share democratic values and together represent the [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PLACE', 'japan'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'japan')] [('ORG', 'parliament'), ('PLACE', 'japan'), ('PLACE', 'european union'), ('PLACE', 'japan')] The economic benefits are clear. The economic benefits are clear. [] [] We share similar challenges the rise of China, the global financial crisis, decreasing demographics and the need to access raw materials and energy sources and to achieve price stability. We share similar challenges, the rise of China, the global financial crisis, decreasing demographics, the need to access raw materials and energy sources, and to achieve price stability. [('PLACE', 'china')] [('PLACE', 'china')] In addition, we will support bilateral safeguard measures, as was the case with the South Korea FTA, to avoid serious injury to sensitive sectors such as automotives, electronics, aviation and machinery. In addition, we will support bilateral safeguard measures, as was the case with the South Korea FTA, to avoid serious injury to the sensitive sectors such as automotives, electronics, aviation and machinery. [('PLACE', 'south korea')] [('PLACE', 'south korea')] Therefore, I see great potential in further developing trade relations with Japan, our sixth largest trading partner. Therefore, I see great potential in further developing trade relations with Japan, our sixth largest trading partner. [('PLACE', 'japan'), ('QUANT', 'sixth')] [('PLACE', 'japan'), ('QUANT', 'sixth')] I would like to reiterate that non tariff barriers and public procurement are crucial areas for European businesses where Japan needs to make significant concessions. I would like to reiterate that non-tariff barriers and public procurement are crucial areas for European businesses where Japan needs to make significant concessions. [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'japan')] [('NORP', 'european'), ('PLACE', 'japan')] However, unfortunately, practice shows that there are always companies operating within the EU that will try to circumvent the rules to gain questionable advantages. However, unfortunately the practice shows that there are always companies operating within the EU that will try to circumvent the rules to gain questionable advantages. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] They create many jobs in Europe and make important investments that is true. They create many jobs in Europe and make important investments. That's true. [('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'europe')] more than a year. more than a year. [('WHEN', 'more than a year')] [('WHEN', 'more'), ('WHEN', 'a year')] Much of the credit for that goes to the rapporteur and the ECR will support this report in plenary. And much of the credit for that goes to the rapporteur, and the ECR will support this report in plenary. [('ORG', 'ecr')] [('ORG', 'ecr')] It is not just ʽmotherhood and apple pieʼ, to use the American expression, but it is of some real value. not just motherhood and apple pie to use the American expression, but it is of some real value. [('NORP', 'american')] [('NORP', 'american')] There are already countries in the process whose political systems give less than full throated support to the democratic freedoms and plurality needed for an effective university sector, and the admission of Belarus would give even more cause for concern over the confidence we want to have in the process. There are already countries in the process whose political systems give less than full-throated support to the democratic freedoms and plurality needed for effective university sector, and the admission of Belarus would give even more cause for concern over the confidence we want to have in the process. [('PLACE', 'belarus')] [('PLACE', 'belarus')] The legacy is repression, isolation and corruption, and there is an expectation of the new transition Government although it is chaired by a former Vice President of Mugabe, Mr Mnangagwa. The legacy is repression, isolation, and corruption. And there is a expectation about the new transition government, although it's chaired by a former vice president of Mugabe himself, Mr. Angawa. [('PERSON', 'mugabe'), ('PERSON', 'mnangagwa')] [('PERSON', 'mugabe'), ('PERSON', 'angawa')] It is probably a good thing that, precisely at this time when we are reconsidering our strategic partnership with Africa, we should get the chance to prove what we can actually mean in terms of reconstituting a democratic state in the southern part of the African continent and helping it along both democratically and economically. It's probably even a good thing that precisely at this time when we are reconsidering our strategic partnership with Africa, we should get the chance to prove what we can actually mean in reconstituting a democratic state in the southern part of the African continent and in helping it along both democratically and economically. [('PLACE', 'africa'), ('NORP', 'african')] [('PLACE', 'africa'), ('NORP', 'african')] Zimbabwe has tremendous possibilities that it could use in its relationship with Europe. Zimbabwe has tremendous possibilities that it could use in its relationship with Europe. [('PLACE', 'zimbabwe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('PLACE', 'zimbabwe'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] Is there any other strategy? Is there any other strategy? [] [] This is a disaster. This is a disaster. [] [] It has to be solved somehow. has to be solved somehow. [] [] It is not the responsibility of my country, Hungary. It's not the responsibility of my country, Hungary. [('PLACE', 'hungary')] [('PLACE', 'hungary')] We are not the ones who are going to solve it. We are going to continue protecting our country and protecting the Schengen borders of Europe in accordance with our obligations. We are not the ones who are going to solve it. We are going to continue protecting our country and protecting the Schengen borders of Europe in accordance with our obligations. [('PLACE', 'schengen'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] [('LAW', 'schengen'), ('PLACE', 'europe')] First I would like to commend your efforts to increase the overall road safety by the initiative to include new advanced safety features into cars and trucks. First, I would like to commend your efforts to increase the overall road safety by the initiative to include new advanced safety features into cars and trucks. [('QUANT', 'first')] [('QUANT', 'first')] Thirdly and finally, I do regret that your proposal for a regulation on electronic freight transport information did not come a little bit earlier, in the first mobility package, because it could have served as a solid legal base for the enforcement part of the lex specialis on posting or for the Cabotage Directive. And thirdly, and finally, I do regret that your proposal for a regulation on electronic freight transport information did not come a little bit earlier in the first mobility package, because it could have served as a solid legal base for the enforcement part of the Lexpecialis on posting or for the cabotage directive. [('QUANT', 'thirdly')] [('QUANT', 'thirdly'), ('QUANT', 'first')] Now we must make sure that they are going to be accessible to every future car owner, because safety must not become a privilege of luxury car owners. Now we must make sure that they are going to be accessible to every future car owner because safety must not become a privilege of luxury car owners. [] [] But I would like to ask you, Mr Giegold what do you think will happen if countries like Sweden, Denmark and Poland are outside the banking union? But I would like to ask you, Mr. Gigo, what do you think will happen if countries like Sweden, Denmark, Poland will be outside the banking union? [('PERSON', 'giegold'), ('PLACE', 'sweden'), ('PLACE', 'denmark'), ('PLACE', 'poland'), ('PLACE', 'banking union')] [('PERSON', 'gigo'), ('PLACE', 'sweden'), ('PLACE', 'poland')] Mr President, on behalf of my group I request that this package of reports be struck from the agenda of this session. Thank you, Mr President. On behalf of my group, I want to request that this package of reports be struck from the agenda of this session. [] [] I think that this House should show some measure of humility and some respect for the democratic process. I think Mr. President that this House should show some measure of humility and some respect for the democratic process. [] [] We all know that Ireland has rejected the Lisbon Treaty and so it is of some wonderment to me that this House persists in debating that matter. We all know that Ireland has rejected the Lisbon Treaty and so it is of some wonderment to me that this House persists in debating that matter. [('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('LAW', 'lisbon treaty')] [('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('LAW', 'lisbon treaty')] It is not democratically appropriate that this House should set aside the verdict of Ireland or that this House should be used to ratchet up pressure on Ireland in the coming months to adopt a treaty that is clearly not in our interests or in the interests of the European people. It is not democratically appropriate that this House would set aside the verdict of Ireland or that this House would be used to ratchet up pressure on Ireland in the coming months to adopt a treaty that is clearly not in our interests or in the interests of the European people. [('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('NORP', 'european')] [('PLACE', 'ireland'), ('WHEN', 'coming months'), ('NORP', 'the'), ('NORP', 'european')] Very often, in economically difficult times, young people unfortunately get into drug abuse. And very often in economically difficult times, young people, unfortunately, get into drug abuse. [] [] Is it possible that the European Social Fund could be used in a targeted way to try and help young people, considering the problems that this causes not only to themselves as individuals, but to their families and to their communities, and given the very severe effect it can have on communities, Is it possible that the European Social Fund could be used in a targeted way to try and help young people, considering the problems that this causes not only to themselves as individuals, but to their families and to their communities, which can have a very severe effect on communities [] [('ORG', 'european social fund')] The EU is built on the notion that we are stronger together and that fundamental rights and values must never be an issue up for compromise. EU is built on the nation that we are stronger together and that fundamental rights and values must never be an issue up for compromise. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] However, I am worried about the current developments at the same time. We see attacks on independent media, on LGBTQI people, we see attacks on women, we see attacks on migrants. However, I'm worried about the current development at the same time. We see attacks on independent media, on LGBTQI people, we see attacks on women, we see attacks on migrants. [] [] I welcome, of course, the new rule of law report presented last week, but we need to go further. I welcome, of course, the new rule of law report presented last week, but we need to go further. [('WHEN', 'last week')] [('WHEN', 'last week')] This resolution suggests important, measurable goals, involvement of civil society and a broader scope to also include fundamental rights and democracy. We must make sure that the EU does not remain a toothless tiger, because this report is good but we must make sure to provide it with teeth. solutions to just important measurable goals, involvement of civil society and a broader scope to also include fundamental rights and democracy. We must make sure that EU does not remain a toothless tiger because this report is good, but we need to make sure to provide it with teeth. [('PLACE', 'eu')] [('PLACE', 'eu')] One of the best ways of providing the tiger with teeth is through stronger conditionality linked to the budget. So one of the best way of providing the tiger with teeth is through a stronger conditionality linked to the budget. [] []