Tunne Kelam (PPE). – Madam President, today’s debate shows that Europe has drawn lessons from the multiple supply crisis. Estonia’s first experience in independence came in December 1992 when Russia shut off all gas and oil supplies. It nevertheless made us stronger.

Today, we see encouraging cooperation, first of all, between Parliament and the Commission. I would like to thank you, Commissioner Oettinger, for your vigorous and responsible approach to these challenges. It is a promising attempt to embody solidarity in practical EU mechanisms. Importantly, we are going to provide for a common set of infrastructure and supply standards, with growing responsibility and coordination by the Commission. But, above all, we still need an integrated EU network of supplies. I would like to draw attention to Mr Turmes’ suggestion for improving our north-south connections and providing for storage facilities for the future.