3 Amendments of Boris ZALA related to 2012/2050(INI)
Amendment 86 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 20 a (new)
Paragraph 20 a (new)
20 a. Believes that a comprehensive approach to the Union's external action necessitates, inter alia, greater alignment and mutual reinforcement of the CFSP and the European Neighbourhood Policy; welcomes, in this context, the joint policy response of the Commission and the EEAS to events in the Southern Neighbourhood, exemplified by the "Joint Communication" of May 25, 2011; believes, furthermore, that multilateral structures of the ENP ought to be consolidated and developed more strategically, so as to effectively advance the foreign policy priorities of the Union; contends that, given the centrality of "effective multilateralism" in the Union's external action, the EAAS and the Commission should explore the viability of the ENP's multilateral track to serve as a framework for organizing political relations in the wider Europe;
Amendment 202 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 38
Paragraph 38
38. CSupports the Union's policy of critical engagement with Russia; considers Russia as an important strategic partner, but continues to have concerns regarding Russia's commitment to the rule of law, pluralist democracy and human rights; urges the EU and its Member States to step up efforts to assist Russian authorities in improving the rule of law and enacting economic reform, in particular via the Partnership and Modernization framework; recommends, in addition, that EU institutions and Member States develop new and flexible mechanisms for engaging a wider range of political and societal actors, including emerging ones;
Amendment 211 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 38 a (new)
Paragraph 38 a (new)
38 a. Welcomes the conclusion of negotiations on Russia's accession to the WTO; calls on the EU and Russia to intensify negotiations on a comprehensive and legally-binding agreement; recalls the indispensable role of the EU-Russia strategic partnership in maintaining peace and security in Europe, enhancing trade and economic development, preserving energy security, and addressing transnational challenges; is of the opinion that, in the long-term, the rise of Asian powers is likely to facilitate further alignment of interests and closer strategic cooperation between the EU and Russia;