Local view for "http://purl.org/linkedpolitics/eu/plenary/2006-05-16-Speech-2-239"

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rdf:type	lpv_eu:Speech2
dcterms:Date	"2006-05-16"^^xsd:date2
dcterms:Is Part Of	lp_eu:Progress report on the accession of Bulgaria and Romania (debate)2
dcterms:Language	"pl"^^xsd:language2
lpv:document identification number	"en.20060516.35.2-239"2
lpv:hasSubsequent	lp_eu:2006-05-16-Speech-2-2402
lpv:speaker	lp:Józef Pinior2
lpv:spokenAs	member; DEVE (2004-07-21--2007-01-14)3 substitute; Delegation for relations with Australia and New Zealand (2004-09-16--2007-03-13)3 member; Temporary Committee on the alleged use of European countries by the CIA for the transport and illegal detention of prisoners (2006-01-19--2007-02-14)3 member; Delegation for relations with the United States (2004-09-15--2007-03-13)3 substitute; AFET (2004-07-21--2007-01-14)3 member; PES (2004-07-20--2009-07-13)3 unknown; Socjaldemokracja Polska (2004-07-20--2009-07-13)3 member; DROI (2004-07-21--2007-01-14)3
lpv:translated text	"Mr President, the preparations for the accession of Bulgaria and Romania to the European Union are taking place during a period of crisis in Europe. Heightened populist and anti-immigration sentiments are just some of the things that have contributed to this crisis. According to recent Eurobarometer surveys, around 53% of Europeans view the enlargement process with indifference, fear, irritation or frustration. At the same time, however, we have to remember that according to these surveys, the majority – 55% – still have a positive attitude towards enlargement. Bulgaria and Romania must not fall victim to the European crisis. We cannot increase the barriers to membership because of the emotional state of the electorate. We should not demand any more or less of Bulgaria or Romania than of other countries which took part in the accession process in previous years. We should accept and acknowledge the balanced report by the Commission, presented today by President Barroso and Commissioner Rehn. The European Union wants to uphold its obligations concerning the accession of Bulgaria and Romania on 1 January 2007. At the same time, and in order not to delay the accession date, both countries should fulfil all the criteria for joining the European Union. I would also like to express my admiration for the efforts made by society in Bulgaria and Romania on the path to joining the European Union, and for the work and commitment of judges, prosecutors, teachers, politicians, journalists and civil activists during the last few months. I would like to say that I am convinced that this effort will bear fruit for Bulgaria and Romania next year in the form of European Union membership."@en1

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