13 Amendments of Nicolae ŞTEFĂNUȚĂ related to 2020/2081(INI)
Amendment 27 #
Motion for a resolution
Recital A
Recital A
A. whereas despite the fundamental restrictions on basic freedoms and human rights that remain in Belarus, the EU policy of critical engagement with Belarus has produced some results in the form of signed agreements and increased cooperation; whereas future relations between the EU and Belarus will be defined in the Partnership Priorities to be agreed by both sides and should be based on common values on which the EU is built – democracy, rule of law, respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms;
Amendment 182 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point b
Paragraph 1 – point b
(b) acknowledge that while the critical engagement policy has brought about some developments in bilateral relations, progress in the key areas of democracy, the rule of law, respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms, – including freedoms of speech, expression and media, as well as labour rights – and civil society remains very limited or almost non- existent, and, as the EU is engaging in a more tailored approach to the Eastern Partnership, consider applying the ‘less for less’ principle in the case of further deterioration;
Amendment 207 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point d
Paragraph 1 – point d
(d) maintain the issue of nuclear safety as a priority concern for the EU owing to the potentially disastrous consequences of an accident for the whole region; treat the issue of the Astravets Nuclear Power Plant (NPP) with urgency as it is approaching the start of its operations, the first delivery of nuclear fuel having been received from Russia in May 2020; insist on full respect for international nuclear and environmental safety standards and transparent and constructive cooperation with international authorities; support efforts to ensure Member State solidarity on the issue of banning imports of energy from the Astravets NPP into the EU market;
Amendment 220 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point e
Paragraph 1 – point e
(e) condemn the continued failure of the Belarusian authorities to improve the election environment and their lack of intention to create conditions for a genuine level-playing field between the candidates, pay close attention to the presidential election campaign and insist that a lack of progress in conducting elections according to international standards and further crackdowns against the opposition will have direct adverse effects on relations with the EU;
Amendment 239 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point f
Paragraph 1 – point f
(f) insist that the upcoming constitutional reform is a crucial opportunity to introduce genuine changes which would address the weaknesses of the current political system and enable the Belarusian people to participate more actively in political life, call on the Belarusian authorities to engage in a constructive and open dialogue with the democratic opposition and with the civil society, with the aim to guarantee the right to association, peaceful assembly and expression;
Amendment 286 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point h
Paragraph 1 – point h
(h) condemn the ongoing application of the death penalty in Belaruswhich constitutes an inhumane and degrading treatment and continue to work with the Belarusian authorities towards a moratorium as a first step towards its permanent abolition;
Amendment 291 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point i
Paragraph 1 – point i
(i) condemn, in the light of the deteriorating election environment in the run-up to the 9 August presidential election, the ongoing intimidation and persecution of opposition figures, including presidential hopefuls and their supporters and family members, civil society activists and independent journalists and peaceful protesters;
Amendment 308 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point k
Paragraph 1 – point k
(k) insist ondemand the immediate and unconditional release of human rights defenders, activists, journalists, opposition politicians and others convicted in retaliation for exercising their civil and political rights;
Amendment 312 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point k a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point k a (new)
(ka) call on the authorities to promptly, thoroughly, impartially, effectively and transparently investigate all reports of excessive use of force by law enforcement officers, of ill-treatment of detainees, of all allegations of threats, assaults and abusive practices targeting any individual, including gender-based abuses and provide all victims of human rights violations and abuses with access to justice and right to an effective remedy;
Amendment 318 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point l
Paragraph 1 – point l
(l) support civil society organizations and independent media outlets and journalists, including those who work on a freelance basis with unregistered foreign media, express concern for the spread of fake news and disinformation in Belarus during the COVID-19 pandemic and encourage both the Belarusian authorities and the EU to develop specific programs that combat disinformation and propaganda;
Amendment 340 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point m a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point m a (new)
(ma) remind the Belarusian authorities that the EU reacted fast and responded to the urgent needs of the country during the COVID-19 pandemic, mobilizing over €60million to help tackle immediate needs, such as support to the health sector and vulnerable communities, as well as short-term needs to support the social and economic recovery;
Amendment 357 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point o a (new)
Paragraph 1 – point o a (new)
(oa) continue supporting Belarus World Trade Organisation accession process, as it will contribute to the creation of a more stable business environment in the country;
Amendment 364 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 1 – point o b (new)
Paragraph 1 – point o b (new)
(ob) welcome the visa facilitation and readmission agreements which entered into force on July 1, as they represent an important step in strengthening the EU's engagement with the Belarusian people and civil society and pave the way for improved mobility of citizens, contributing to closer links between the EU and Belarus, while in the same time contributing to addressing irregular migration;