"Bulgaria deserves to be a member of the Schengen".
European Commission President Jose Manuel Barroso and European Parliament, Jerzy Buzek visited Sofia to participate in a brief workshop on issues related to European and Bulgarian nationals. In addition to the economic problems of the EU, they are discussed with Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borisov, the settlement process of EU funds in our country. Was also discussed Bulgaria's membership in Schengen. Our country has fulfilled the necessary requirements. But two of the 27 countries - the Netherlands and Finland, have blocked our entry into the area, the introduction of additional conditions relating to the fight against organized crime and corruption. In Sofia, the two leaders stated categorically that Bulgaria deserves to be a member of Schengen.
"I want to reiterate that the European Commission supports Bulgaria's accession to the Schengen zone - Jose Manuel Barroso said after the meeting" face to face "with the Prime Minister Boyko Borisov. - We believe that Bulgaria meets all conditions. So join your country in the Schengen area - a justice issue. So I want to say to all Bulgarian citizens: EC supports their desire to move freely in the area. We will continue to work with member states to overcome political obstacles some of which present in two of them. But Europe is with you, and this has been achieved. "
Readiness of our country to join the Schengen area was confirmed by the President of the European Parliament, Jerzy Buzek after the meeting of the European People's Party in Sofia on 13 and 14 October. She is a member of the ruling party GERB. Jerzy Buzek answers a question from a reporter of Radio Bulgaria at the European Parliament an opportunity to influence policy decisions of the EU Council in special cases such as ours. Earlier, on 13 October, Parliament adopted a resolution demanding that the Council has fulfilled its obligations in respect of the entry of Bulgaria and Romania in the field.
"The balance between the European institutions is very important, too, cooperation, particularly between the European Parliament and the Council - are Jerzy Buzek. - Of course, we talk to two Member States - Finland and the Netherlands, compared to their unfavorable position in terms of Bulgaria and Romania. I believe they will change their minds. But it is important that European institutions adhere to a common position on the issue of Schengen. At this stage there is no such unity. "
In the European Parliament clear that as soon as possible to answer the entry of Romania and Bulgaria into the Schengen area. Bulgarian government has made considerable efforts to tackle organized crime and corruption, implementation of all technical criteria of the Schengen area. Over the past six months, much has been achieved, it is obvious "- said Jerzy Buzek strongly.
This is what adds the President of the European People's Party - the largest faction in the European Parliament Joseph Daul Frenchman. "France with attention to the topic. We work actively with Bulgarian and Romanian side - with Boyko Borisov and Traian Basescu. But we need to do more. It is impossible, however, change the rules just because of two Member States. You can change them but only after the accession of Bulgaria and Romania in the field. France also has a different opinion, but this has changed. If you need help, we are ready to provide it. But, in our opinion, you are ready to join Schengen space is much better than some other EU countries ", - was adamant Joseph Daul.
Prime Minister of Bulgaria Boyko Borisov also convinced that Bulgaria deserves to move freely within the Schengen area. "Since May, the EU's borders are guarded by the Schengen criteria. The citizens of Europe and now sleep soundly because our borders are protected, can be much better than the other borders of the Schengen area. Fortunately, in Europe it is some. The fact that I had to do to appease the EU, we did. I hope that when the Prime Minister of the Netherlands Mark Rutte, who will arrive in Sofia on 31 October will see the site of our findings, it will change your mind. Surely our borders are protected the best boats, helicopters and other equipment. We have very well trained border police. "
Translation Meglena Ivanova
Source: www.bnr.bg |
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18 October 2011 |
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