Local view for "http://purl.org/linkedpolitics/eu/plenary/2010-01-19-Speech-2-140"

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rdf:type	lpv_eu:Speech2
dcterms:Date	"2010-01-19"^^xsd:date2
dcterms:Is Part Of	lp_eu:Situation in Iraq (debate)2
dcterms:Language	"lt"^^xsd:language2
lpv:document identification number	"en.20100119.7.2-140"2
lpv:hasSubsequent	lp_eu:2010-01-19-Speech-2-1412
lpv:speaker	lp:Zigmantas Balčytis2
lpv:spokenAs	member; S&D (2009-07-14--2014-06-30)3 unknown; Lietuvos socialdemokratų partija (2009-07-14--2014-06-30)3 substitute; Delegation for relations with the United States (2009-09-16--2014-06-30)3 member; CONT (2009-07-16--2012-01-18)3 member; Delegation for relations with the People's Republic of China (2009-09-16--2014-06-30)3 member; ITRE (2009-07-16--2012-01-18)3 substitute; TRAN (2009-07-16--2012-01-18)3
lpv:translated text	"In recent years, the European Union has greatly strengthened its relations and influence in the countries of the Near East. The European Union has always paid much attention to Iraq and, together with the international community, has participated both in the reconstruction of Iraq and in peacekeeping and security missions. Different groups are still struggling for power in the country, which hinders the implementation of reforms begun in the country in various areas. The fact that 14 parties are banned from participating in the elections that are taking place is also cause for concern. Iraq has chosen the road to democracy and therefore, both the European Union and other states must demand and, if necessary, help ensure that the international commitments entered into are observed and human rights and freedoms are respected. I believe that Iraq really is ready for close cooperation with the European Union. The Memorandum of Understanding between the EU and Iraq in the area of energy cooperation which was signed on Monday demonstrates its commitment to develop a long-term relationship that is mutually beneficial. From an energy point of view, Iraq is very important to the European Union, but safeguarding security of energy supply is inevitably linked to economic and political stability in the country, which has been lacking in recent times. Clearly, this is a long-term process, but I believe that the European Union, the High Representative and the international community must offer means and solutions to make the principles of human rights and the rule of law become the fundamental pillars of future politics in Iraq."@en1
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