47 Amendments of Jean-Luc SCHAFFHAUSER related to 2016/2240(INI)
Amendment 5 #
Motion for a resolution
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Citation 10
Amendment 6 #
Motion for a resolution
Citation 14
Citation 14
Amendment 10 #
Motion for a resolution
Citation 20
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– having regard to its resolution of 30 April 2015 on the destruction of cultural sites perpetrated by ISIS/Daesh, in particular Article 3 thereof, which ‘calls on the VP/HR to use cultural diplomacy and intercultural dialogue as a tool when it comes to reconciling the different communities and rebuilding the destroyed sites’12, __________________ 12OJ C 346, 21.9.2016, p. 55.
Amendment 11 #
Motion for a resolution
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Citation 25
Amendment 20 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas the EU is, through its Member States, the EU can play a prominent actorrole in international politics playing an ever-increasing role in world affairs, including through an enhanced capacity of; whereas the Member States, through their diplomatic policies, offer the EU a certain degree of visibility, including through the promotingon of culture in international relations;
Amendment 28 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital B
Recital B
B. whereas culture has an intrinsic value, serves as a powerful bridge between people of different ethnic, religious and social backgrounds, reinforces intercultural and interreligious dialogue and mutual understanding, and shcould therefore be part of EUincorporated by the Member States into their foreign policy;
Amendment 30 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital B a (new)
Recital B a (new)
Ba. noting, however, that under the European treaties in force, and in particular Article 6 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, culture remains a responsibility of the Member States and that the EU must thus, in its action in that field, ensure that it complies with the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality;
Amendment 36 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital C
Recital C
C. whereas the EU and its Member States have common cultural roots and heritage and are united therefore in their divers, which are the product of European civilisation, constructed upon the heritage of Greek thought, Roman law and Christianity;
Amendment 50 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital E
Recital E
E. whereas human rights also include cultural rights, and whereas equal attention should therefore be given to the right of each individual to participate in cultural life and enjoy one’s culture; whereas, moreover, in the field of culture, work should be done to recognise collective rights, and in particular the right of peoples and nations to preserve and highlight their heritage, history, language and cultural traditions, and to combat all forms of cultural imperialism;
Amendment 56 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital F
Recital F
F. whereas the joint communication on ‘Towards an EU strategy for international cultural relations’, which sets out to provides a framework for the EU’s international cultural relations; whereas, however, it falls short of identifying thematic and geographical priorities, concrete objec, disregards the principle of subsidiarity and conflicts with the Treatives and outcomes, target groups, common interests and initiatives, financing provisions and implementation modalities, in particular with Article 6 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union;
Amendment 60 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital G
Recital G
G. whereas, while mobility of researchers, students and staff to and from third countries and alumni networks of former participants in EU programmes17 are a key part of the EU’s international cultural relationmay prove to be beneficial for the cultural relations of the Member States, efforts should be made to tackle the brain drain issue, a problem which affects the countries of eastern and southern Europe in particular because, as a result of austerity policies, those countries are seeing stakeholders from the world of education move elsewhere in search of a better future; whereas, by depriving them of the human and economic resources that they need to grow, that problem also affects developing countries; __________________ 17 For instance, Erasmus and Horizon 2020.
Amendment 66 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital H
Recital H
H. whereas cooperation, training, mobility of artists and cultural professionals and of their works, including through European and international networks, and artist residencies are a key factor for the dissemination of European culture and arts and need to be promoted and enhanced; whereas, however, it is important to ensure that the dissemination of European cultures does not border upon a form of imperialism by the EU;
Amendment 70 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital I
Recital I
I. whereas it could be a useful starting point to take stock of what has been achieved under the ‘EU agenda for culture’ with a view to further developing the strategy, establishing clear and measureable goals, priorities and realistic outcomes, and learning from best practicesand thus to measure the efficiency and effectiveness of the measures taken within that framework;
Amendment 75 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital K
Recital K
Amendment 81 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1
Paragraph 1
1. WelcomNotes the joint communication, which offers an overview of all instruments, actions, initiatives, programmes and projects supported or implemented by the EU and its Member States that have culture as a common denominator; calls for the development of an effective EU strategy for international cultural relations;
Amendment 88 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 2
Paragraph 2
2. Acknowledges that the joint communication aims atConsiders that any initiative in this area should aim to fostering cultural cooperation between the EU and itsMember States and their partner countries and ato promoting a global order based on peacekeeping, intercultural and interreligious dialoguee a multi-polar world through dialogue, with the objective of peacekeeping, conflict prevention with, respect for the rule of law, freedom of expression, mutual understanding, humanthe rights, cultural diversity and fundamental values of nations to self-determination and cultural diversity;
Amendment 92 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 3
Paragraph 3
3. Calls for cultural rights to be promoted as integral fundamental human rights, including within the dimension of collective rights, and particularly the right of peoples to preserve and promote their culture, to be promoted, and for culture to be considered for its intrinsic value as a fourth standalone, transversal pillar of sustainable development together with social, economic and environmental dimensions;
Amendment 98 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Underlines that the EU has multiple and diverse experiences in inclusive governance, that its strength is in being united in its diversity andEU Member States have experience of many centuries in the sphere of diplomacy, and in particular cultural exchange; points out that this is where the EU adds valuee EU would have everything to gain in making use of these experiences;
Amendment 101 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 5
Paragraph 5
5. RecognisUrges that the principles of subsidiarity and proportionality should be respected in the field of culture;
Amendment 106 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 6
Paragraph 6
6. Stresses the mutual advantages of working together: the EU is an arena in which all Member States join forces to play a stronger role in the field of internationalat collaboration between the Member States can be beneficial, particularly with regard to the resonance of their cultural relactions; suggests that each Member State’s rotating presidency could launch joint actions together with the EU, such as exhibitions, particularly for smaller states or those with no cultural representations abroad;
Amendment 113 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 7
Paragraph 7
7. Recalls the importance of cooperation among the Member States with respect to cultural heritage in terms of research, preservation and management and the fight against trafficking, including through regionally dedicated funds and assistance; calls, therefore, for the European Year of Cultural Heritage 2018 to be more focused on actions to restore damaged cultural assets in Europe, such as the buildings destroyed in Italy as a result of the earthquakes in August 2016, rather than simply on communication activities;
Amendment 123 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 8
Paragraph 8
8. Recommends thatSuggests that the Member States should embed international cultural relations be embedded in the cultural and creative sectors (CCS), thus reinforcing and promoting the role of professionals, including through regional creative hubs and clusters;
Amendment 130 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 9
Paragraph 9
9. Calls on the Commission and the VP/HRMember States to work together and to present annual and multiannual action plans in this field, which should include actions, strategic thematic and geographical priorities and commonjoint objectives, and for a periodic review of the implementation of the joint communication, the outcome of which should be reported to Parliament;
Amendment 134 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 10
Paragraph 10
10. Stresses the need for greater coherence among EUdialogue and consultation among the Member States on policies and actions involving third countries; calls for enhanced synergies between all actors involved; recommends a stocktaking exercise to guarantee an effective approach;
Amendment 135 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 11
Paragraph 11
Amendment 143 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 12
Paragraph 12
12. Proposes that a dedicated EU programme be designed and resources focused on international mobility and exchanges such as residency programmes especiallyCalls for improved synergy between the EU programmes on international exchanges and cultural and creative programmes, such as Erasmus + and Creative Europe, in order to truly cater for young cultural and creative professionals and artists;
Amendment 162 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 15
Paragraph 15
15. Calls onUrges the Commission to includekeep culture in all existing and future bilateral and multilateral cooperation agreements with adequate budgets, taking into account theoutside free exchange agreements in order to preserve special cultural features, taking into account the social, environmental and also economic potential of cultural heritage and CCS for a sustainable growth and jobs; calls for EU indicators to be developed in that field;
Amendment 176 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 17
Paragraph 17
17. Highlights that Parliament shcould play an active role insupport Member States in their actions to promotinge culture in the EU’s external action;
Amendment 180 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 18
Paragraph 18
18. Calls on the Commission and the EEAS to appoint a ‘focal point’ in each EU delegation to liaise wicultural institutions of the Member States’ national cultural institutes, representatives and to collaborate with each other, and with local civil society, and the relevant actors and authorities, in a collaborative approach aimed at identifying priority areas, needs and methods of cooperation, and to provide an adequate budget;
Amendment 184 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
Amendment 190 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20
Paragraph 20
20. Advocates international cultural relations as a subject for education, training and research with a view to building the capacity of actors in that field; including providing EU staff with relevant training on cultural competences, including within the framework of civic education courses, so that young citizens of the Member States become aware of the intrinsic value of their national culture and European civilisation, as well as in order to build the capacity of actors in that field;
Amendment 197 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 21
Paragraph 21
21. Calls for the role of Member States’ cultural institutes to be clearly framed, throughupgraded, and highlights the potential, in terms of the exchange of good practices, of the EU National Institutes for Culture (EUNIC) network, and others, and advocates an inclusive and equal approach towards all stakeholders, including civil society and Member States with no cultural institutes abroad;
Amendment 215 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 23
Paragraph 23
23. Calls for the setting-up, within the framework of intergovernmental cooperation, of an emergency response mechanism to the destruction of cultural heritage, building on the experience of the UN’s Blue Helmets for Culture task force initiative, in close and structured cooperation with UNESCO and with the technological support of Copernicus – the European Earth Observation Programme;
Amendment 227 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 25
Paragraph 25
25. Recognises young people, as future decision-makers, to be one of the main target groups in the EU and partner countries, and acknowledges that music, film, literature, social media and digital trends in general are f vital importance for European nations, and recognises that they must therefore be provided with cultural education, not only through theoretical courses such as learning about the history of art or civic education, but also by promoting access to culture for all, including persons with disabilities, withe best channels to reach themtter access to music, film, literature or any other form of cultural expression;
Amendment 240 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 26
Paragraph 26
26. Advocates allowing third countries to participate in cross-border and jointStresses that, in view of the multifaceted crisis being experienced by the EU (budgetary, economic, social and cultural), it is not advisable to further extend participation in flagship EU actions or projects20 such as the European Capital of Culture, Lux Prize or the Cultural Routes of the Council of Europe, as well as including them as players in the future strateggiven that it would expose the EU to risks of a financial nature, as well as in terms of legitimacy; recalls that digital tools, technological platforms such as Europeana and cultural networks21 can play a crucial role in reaching larger audiences and disseminating best practices; __________________ 20The EU delegations should play a greater role by working with local artists and civil society actors, focus their efforts, involve more local artists and serve as key contact points in order to create synergies with EU projects. 21 For example, the Cultural Innovators Network and the Cultural Leaders Network.
Amendment 246 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 27
Paragraph 27
27. Recognises the need for an in-depth knowledge of the field, local actors and civil society, in order to improve these actors’ access to programmes and funding and to ensure that the multiplying effect of their participation in EU programmes and initiatives is exploited; recommends consulting local actors with a view to co- designing programmes; calls for the development of innovative collaborative approaches relying on tools and networks already in place (grants, sub-grants)22, and for them to be followed up, taking gender balance into account; __________________ 22Forexample, the EU-funded programme MEDCULTURE, which is working on developing and improving cultural policies and practices related to the cultural sector. The participative approach involves civil society actors, ministries and private and public institutions working in the field of culture, as well as other related sectors., where necessary, cultural relations between the Member States and some third countries;
Amendment 249 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 28
Paragraph 28
28. Acknowledges that development strategies and programmes focus heavily on material and sociocultural deprivation; calls for better outreach toa renewed focus on a co- development strategy, allowing young people, in particular, to develop in their own countries through teaching and access to culture, so that they are equipped to respond to the challenges their country will have to face in the near future; notes, in addition, that cultural cooperation must not be carried out with an imperialist philosophy, but must do everything possible to benefit vulnerable communities, including in rural and remote areas, with a view to fostersustaining social cohesion;
Amendment 252 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 29
Paragraph 29
Amendment 259 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 30
Paragraph 30
30. Calls for a paradigm shift in media coverage with the launch of an EU cultural portal, the European Houses of Culture and festivals, including through engagement with local media24; __________________ 24In with regard to all EU actions on culture, to ensure that they respect local and national cultures as well as European civilisation as a whole, taking into account, for instance in relation to the House of European History, the fact that Europe was not born in the 20th century but developed over many centuries through bilateral and multilateral relations, often fruitful, between the nations of Europe; cooperation with EURAONET, among others.WS and
Amendment 266 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 31
Paragraph 31
Amendment 275 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 32
Paragraph 32
Amendment 282 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 33
Paragraph 33
Amendment 287 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 34
Paragraph 34
34. Underlines that Europe, whose foundations are based on peace, rule of law, freedom of expression, mutual understanding and respect for fundamental rights and on the Christian heritage, should build on experience and lessons learnt when it comes to external policy, which should be reflected in the development of relations with third countries through culture and cultural heritage;
Amendment 290 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 35
Paragraph 35
Amendment 298 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 36
Paragraph 36
Amendment 305 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 37
Paragraph 37
Amendment 308 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 38
Paragraph 38
38. Recommends that the Member States and the EU work with local partners to pursue its objectives in the field of international cultural relations both throughand key actors on the ground, with an objective of multilateral cooperation in international organisations and through partnerships with key actors on the ground;