Activities of Reinhard BÜTIKOFER related to 2021/2232(INI)
Plenary speeches (1)
The EU and the security challenges in the Indo-Pacific (debate)
Amendments (2)
Amendment 149 #
9. Highlights the fundamental role that connectivity plays in the geopolitical relations of the EU and its Member States, and welcomes the announcemEU´s Global Gateway strategy presented by Commission President von der Leyen to present the EU’s global gateway strategy; believes that connectivity cooperation is crucial in internationally promoting the security of infrastructure, for example via protecting and promoting the security of undersea cables, while taking into account the risks that connectivity could be weaponised; highlights the importance of connectivity cooperation for the EU and the Indo- Pacific region to successfully face up to the new security challenges, including cybersecurity, digital connectivity, critical infrastructure and the potential dual use of technology; underlines the importance of strengthening climate security and sustainable development via connectivity investments;
Amendment 211 #
Motion for a resolution
Paragraph 19
Paragraph 19
19. Welcomes the positive role Taiwan plays in fostering peace and security in the Indo-Pacific region and specifically in the Straight of Taiwan; underlines the necessity of closer coordination with like- minded partners to maintain peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait; stresses the need to enhance existing partnerships with Taiwan so as to promote common values, such as democracy, human rights, the rule of law, and good governance in the Indo-Pacific region; reminds that the status quo in the Strait of Taiwan may only be changed peacefully and by mutual agreement; reiterates its support for the participation of Taiwan in international organizations as an observer member;