President of the European Parliament - Jerzy Buzek

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Buzek's speech at the official opening ceremony of the Danish Presidency

Copenhagen - 11/01/2012

Denmark is taking over the rotating Presidency of the EU. Your four main priorities - a responsible, dynamic, green and safe Europe - are not only a to do list for getting us back on track. But they also have been the priorities of the European Parliament these past thirty months.

Facebook LIVE Chat with European Parliament President Jerzy Buzek on the conclusion of his mandate - Wednesday 11 January at 2.30pm

Brussels - 09/01/2012

Just before the end of his mandate as President of the European Parliament, (17 January 2012) EP President Jerzy Buzek will be chatting with you live on Facebook on Wednesday 11 January at 2.30pm for about 45 minutes. Don't miss this opportunity: save the date in your calendar and make your voice heard!

Buzek's introductory speech at the inauguration of the Esplanade Solidarność and Agora Simone Veil (Brussels 02/09/2011).

Buzek's speech at the opening of the Academic Year of the European College of Parma

07/01/2012

"I believe that we will emerge stronger from the current crisis. We will do so by being sure of what we have achieved and confident about the future - by being convinced that one of the proudest boasts in today's world is 'civis Europeus sum' - I am a European citizen."

Buzek on raid of NGO offices in Egypt

Brussels - 30/12/2011

"I am very concerned by yesterday's raid of the premises of 17 NGOs by Egyptian authorities, including the Konrad Adenauer Foundation, which is operating in Cairo since 1981. The search and closure of their offices without presentation of any warrant is not compatible with the rule of law. This act of intimidation is all the more astonishing as Egypt has engaged the path of democratisation and reform."

Buzek welcomes new government in Bosnia and Herzegovina

Brussels - 29/12/2011

I visited BiH in November and I am fully aware of the complexities of this country. I encouraged unity among all main political players and I am glad that they finally managed to reach the agreement. With this new momentum, Bosnia and Herzegovina can make substantial and speedy progress towards stability, prosperity and effective governance for its citizens as well as for the EU.

European Parliament President Jerzy Buzek.

Buzek on the upholding of the prison sentence of former Ukrainian PM Tymoshenko

Warsaw - 23/12/2011

I am deeply disappointed by the Ukrainian Court of Appeal's decision to uphold the sentence of former Prime Minister Yulia Tymoshenko to 7 years in prison. The selective application of the rule of law in the Tymoshenko-case leaves little doubt about its politically motivated nature. The further Ukraine distances itself from the rule of law inherent to democratic systems, the greater the strain will inevitably be on its relationshsip with the EU.

Buzek on coordinated bomb attacks in Iraq

Buenos Aires - 22/12/2011

The European Parliament strongly condemns the multiple bomb attacks that killed at least 63 and wounded as many as 185 in Bagdad, Iraq, today. The targeting of non-military civilian targets further underline the despicable nature of this heinous crime, aimed solely at terrorizing ordinary Iraqis. Now is the time for the Iraqi political elites to unite. Now that the Iraqi authorities have assumed full responsibility for the security and well being of their country the time has come to show true political leadership.

Buzek to participate in Mercosur Summit

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Speech by Prof. Jerzy Buzek, President of the European Parliament at the MERCOSUR Summit

21/12/2011

It is a great honour and pleasure to address you here today. Thank you for the invitation. We have arrived from the European Union with the largest ever political representation: the Vice-President of the European Commission, Antonio Tajani, and me, the President of the European Parliament, directly elected by 500 millions European citizens. We would like to give a strong signal: our choice today is for a strong, deep, comprehensive cooperation between the EU and MERCOSUR countries. This is my first message.

Selected quotes from the speech by European Parliament President Jerzy Buzek at the MERCOSUR Summit, Montevideo

Montevideo - 21/12/2011

The EU had welcomed the creation of MERCOSUR with enthusiasm. Our common history and battles to overcome dictatorships, our shared culture and values, our strong commitment to regional integration, contributes to make the EU and MERCOSUR natural partners.

Buzek on the visit to Uruguay

20/12/2011

EU and Mercosur are large entities on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean with a total population of 750 million people. We need each other. We have the same heritage and same system of values. By improving our cooperation we can play a more active and stronger role in the global economy. There is a win-win strategy which is beneficial for both sides.

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Facebook LIVE Chat with European Parliament President Jerzy Buzek on the conclusion of his mandate - Wednesday 11 January at 2.30pm

Brussels - 09/01/2012

Buzek on raid of NGO offices in Egypt

Brussels - 30/12/2011

Buzek on the death of Kim Jong-il

19/12/2011

Under the leadership of Kim Jong-il the North Korean people suffered unspeakable hardships. Under his autocratic reign his own people were terrorised. I hope the leadership of North Korea will understand the signs of the time. The stability of the region is paramount in these difficult days of transition, but a new start is needed now. This regime cannot continue like it did in the past. The European Parliament sends a strong message of support to the Korean people.

5th anniversary of Gao Zhizheng's arrest (Brussels ).

Buzek denouces imprisonment of Gao Zhisheng in China

Brussels - 17/12/2011

"I denounce the decision of the Chinese court authorities to send Gao Zhisheng to prison just a few days before the probation expires. Gao Zhisheng should be released and allowed to carry on with his life without further harassment, detention or intimidation.

Buzek's valedictory speech

15/12/2011

The entry into force of the Lisbon Treaty changed the way our European Union functions. For me, the most important was Parliament's place in EU decision making. We are now the Parliament we always wanted to be - a full co-legislator in a two chamber structure. We achieved a lot, but this is a fight we all need to continue. To be strong is simply not enough; we need to use our power in every day practice and to decide. I am proud that the European Parliament, in cooperation with other EU institutions, is ready to prepare in a few weeks time a deep and comprehensive programme to help solve our current economic problems.

Buzek calls for new free and fair elections in Russia

Strasbourg - 14/12/2011

The European Parliament calls for new free and fair elections and an immediate and full investigation of all reports of fraud and intimidation in the Russian parliamentary elections held on 4 December. The voice of the people protesting on the streets for more than one week must be heard.

Speech by Buzek at the opening of the Sakharov Network Conference (Brussels ).

Speech by European Parliament President Jerzy Buzek at the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought Award Ceremony 2011

14/12/2011

Our solemn sitting is now open. Today is a very special occasion as 2011 will go down in history as the year of the Arab spring. I am honoured to award the European Parliament's Sakharov Prize for the Freedom of Thought in 2011 to five courageous women and men who represent the Arab Spring. The Prize goes to: Ms Asmaa Mahfouz (Egypt), Mr Ahmed El-Senussi (Libya), Ms Razan Zaitouneh (Syria), Mr Ali Ferzat (Syria), and the late Mr Mohamed Bouazizi (Tunisia) who passed away.

Buzek on Human Rights Day

Brussels - 10/12/2011

"At this year's Human Rights Day, the eyes of the world are on Syria. We cannot look away when innocent civilians are murdered, tortured or arrested on a daily basis. [...] This year's Human Rights Day is especially dedicated to the countless young women and men who have made history in the Arab Spring. Nobel Peace Prize laureate Tawakkol Karman is truly representing the spirit of these crowds who are standing up for their dignity and their rights."

Buzek on the elections in Russia

Brussels - 07/12/2011

Russian people deserve full-fledged democracy. The high turnout shows that Russian people care about their civic duties and rights. They deserve a free, transparent and fair election process.

World AIDS Day

Brussels - 01/12/2011

Inclusive economic growth and education remain the best antidotes against AIDS. Further efforts in raising awareness are of the utmost importance: people who do not know about HIV are more likely to get infected, to infect others and to delay their cure.

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Energy and Climate Change

Facebook LIVE Chat with European Parliament President Jerzy Buzek on the conclusion of his mandate - Wednesday 11 January at 2.30pm

Brussels - 09/01/2012

Buzek's valedictory speech

15/12/2011

Receiving President Bērziņš of Latvia

Brussels - 12/10/2011

The President of the European Parliament, Jerzy Buzek, made the following statement after today's meeting with President of Latvia Andris Bērziņš: "I am very glad to welcome President Bērziņš today on his first official visit to the European Parliament. I would like to congratulate him on his election in July and on this week's break-through in the formation of a new coalition government."

Meeting with electricity companies CEOs

12/10/2011

Seventeen months ago, together with Jacques Delors, I proposed an initiative for a European Energy Community. Its objective is to insert new vigour after the entry into force of the Lisbon Treaty in the field of European energy policy to give coherence and clarity to our long-term energy vision.

Towards greater security of energy supply

07/09/2011

I have always argued that the European Union must present a single interface in its relations with its external partners, both the energy producer and transit countries. The EU must have the ability to pool its supply capacities and to engage in coordinated energy purchasing, should the need arise. In the long term, if we are faced with a major energy crisis, common strategic reserves must be available, and managed throughout the continent in a spirit of solidarity. These ideas are reflected in the Commission communication.

Inaugural Speech by Jerzy Buzek to the European Economic Congress

Katowice - 16/05/2011

I would like to welcome to Katowice, Silesia and Poland - the heads of governments of Central European countries ranging from the Baltic to the Adriatic. I welcome also the Vice President of the European Commission. I welcome all of you - entrepreneurs, scientists, managers and politicians to the European Economic Congress. We meet for the third time to discuss the economy of our continent.

25 years since Chernobyl

Brussels - 26/04/2011

Today, we mark the 25th anniversary of the worst nuclear accident in human history. We have a duty to remember those who lost their life and health because of the accident, those who fought flames and radiations on that deadly night, and all those who had to flee their homes because of the disaster. Chernobyl was an unimaginable human tragedy, but also a lesson on the importance of prevention, transparency and proper supervision.

Buzek makes case for gas purchases coordination in EU with energy CEOs

Brussels - 20/04/2011

I believe we need to take a serious look at the issue of joint purchasing groups and at better coordination with the European Commission when it comes to international agreements. Gas should not be any different than any other trade agreement. Our neighbourhood both to the East and the South has proven to be unstable. Our reaction has to be more and not less Europe."

Joint press point with Jacques Delors (Brussels, 05/05/2010).

Speech by Professor Jerzy Buzek President of the European Parliament Energy efficiency Global Forum 2011

13/04/2011

It is good that today you are discussing energy efficiency. Better still that you are doing it in the context of everyday life. Because lasting effects are always made up of small, but real savings. This is why we politicians must set the example. It is seven years since the European Parliament took the decision to join the Eco-Management and Audit Scheme. Since then we have been successfully implementing EMAS provisions in all three of our places of work, on the basis of the principle that the most environmentally-friendly energy of all is the energy we do not need to produce and consume.

Speech by Professor Jerzy Buzek President of the European Parliament 'European Energy Alliance: First Annual Congress'

12/04/2011

When I am asked what is the most import joint policy for the European Union today, I answer without hesitation - Energy. We import 54% of our energy. Most of it from neighbouring countries which are located in unstable areas of the world. Only Denmark from among our 27 Member States is a net exporter of energy. We have to say it clearly - we are dependent on third countries when it comes to energy. We must become independent.

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Internal Policies and EU Institutions

Buzek's speech at the official opening ceremony of the Danish Presidency

Copenhagen - 11/01/2012

Facebook LIVE Chat with European Parliament President Jerzy Buzek on the conclusion of his mandate - Wednesday 11 January at 2.30pm

Brussels - 09/01/2012

Buzek's speech at the opening of the Academic Year of the European College of Parma

07/01/2012

Buzek to participate in Mercosur Summit

19/12/2011

European Parliament President Jerzy Buzek will participate in the Mercosur Summit on the 20 December 2011 in Montevideo, Uruguay. The President will address the summit as the special guest speaker. The summit is attended by the President of Uruguay, José Mujica, the President of Brazil, Dilma Rousseff, the President of Argentina, Cristina Fernández de Kirchner and the President of Paraguay, Fernando Lugo.

Buzek pays tribute to Vaclav Havel

18/12/2011

Vaclav Havel is the figure that represents the Velvet Revolution and the reunification of Europe. Vaclav Havel was a great writer and intellectual that touched millions of people; Havel will be sorely missed not only in the Czech Republic and Slovakia but by the whole European continent which he did so much to reunite. He was a personal friend and a hero of our times. In particular, my thoughts are with his family and friends.

Buzek's speech at the European Council (Brussels ).

Buzek welcomes the draft International Agreement on a Reinforced Economic Union

Warsaw - 17/12/2011

I strongly welcome the fact that the European Parliament will be fully involved in the negotiations on the new agreement. The new agreement is fundamental to ensure fiscal discipline which is required for sustainable growth. In this time of crisis we need strong cooperation and willingness to take bold decisions. This shows determination to fight the sovereign debt crisis which threatens the future of the euro zone and our Union.

Buzek's valedictory speech

15/12/2011

Buzek calls for new free and fair elections in Russia

Strasbourg - 14/12/2011

Speech by European Parliament President Jerzy Buzek at the Sakharov Prize for Freedom of Thought Award Ceremony 2011

14/12/2011

Buzek on deadly attack in Liege

Strasbourg - 13/12/2011

"I am deeply appalled by today's deadly attack in Liege. My thoughts are with the victims, their families and friends. I wish the many injured a quick and full recovery and I am confident the Belgian authorities will fully investigate this cowardly act."

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