Activities of Rumiana JELEVA related to 2008/2009(INI)
Plenary speeches (1)
An Integrated Maritime Policy for the European Union (debate)
Amendments (4)
Amendment 6 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4
Paragraph 4
4. Notes that the future maritime policy could help to develop and protectis of key importance to the positive future development of the EU’s coastal regions, islands, and outermost regions;
Amendment 7 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 a (new)
Paragraph 4 a (new)
4a. Stresses the key role regional authorities and coastal communities will play in the implementation of the new integrated maritime policy and in the Commission’s forthcoming European Action Plan on sea-based economic activity; emphasises the importance of good-quality transport infrastructure and stresses its positive effects on quality of life and the tourist industry; in this connection, calls on all concerned to work efficiently to ensure the optimal use of development funds;
Amendment 8 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 4 b (new)
Paragraph 4 b (new)
4b. Points to the effect upon local ecosystems of the increase in economic activity and tourism in coastal regions accompanied by an increase in all forms of transport; welcomes therefore the development of an integrated maritime policy which will address these problems; further calls for better data collection as regards the maritime sector and coastal regions;
Amendment 16 #
Draft opinion
Paragraph 8 a (new)
Paragraph 8 a (new)
8a. In the light of the recent accidents concerning oil tankers, and the ensuing environmental harm, emphasises the need for clear guidelines on seafaring and for international cooperation aimed at encouraging third countries to apply the same or similar rules;