Summary
The European Parliament objects to providing EU financial guarantees for investment projects in Belarus, citing poor human rights and concerns over upcoming elections and nuclear safety. 10 06.07.2016
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economy
human rights
european union
public administration
international relations
Key points
- The motion objects to the Commission's decision regarding financial guarantees for projects in Belarus.
- There is significant concern that human rights in Belarus have not improved despite the lifting of previous sanctions.
- The authorities have failed to meet international standards required for fair and democratic elections.
- The construction of the Ostrovets nuclear power plant raises serious international nuclear safety concerns.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the Commission delegated decision of 15 April 2016 amending Annex III to Decision No 466/2014/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council granting an EU guarantee to the European Investment Bank against losses under financing operations supporting investment projects outside the Union, as regards Belarus
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the Commission delegated decision of 15 April 2016 amending Annex III to Decision No 466/2014/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council granting an EU guarantee to the European Investment Bank against losses under financing operations supporting investment projects outside the Union, as regards Belarus
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