Hannes HEIDE

Policy topics Hannes HEIDE is active on

What Hannes HEIDE has said (37)

• “Thank you, Mr. Vice President. This significant, significant sanctions for Google are a signal to the entire digital market. It's not just about sanctions. Billions for corporation. It's about a fundamental message people need to stick to competition rules. Google is Was using its dominant position in online advertising to prefer its own services and distort competition. This is a clear violation of European competition rules. The Commission has to take decisive action against any form of abuse which harms businesses, editors, journalists and lastly, citizens. Those losing out are mainly the small local media actors. This is why we must support Commission Vice President Ribera. She's supporting the aims of the European Media Freedom Act, the independence of our media, plurality and transparency. And she's creating fair rules and the single market. The commission did right, but this is only the start. We need clear rules to prevent individual corporations controlling our communication, and this is simply defending democracy and rule of law. Freedom of media is not a business model. It's a foundation of our democracy.”
  EU rules on digital competition
• “Thank you to our Commissioner for his presentation. I would like to begin by addressing what he said about sport policy. Its sport organisations such as FIFA are involved with symbols. Has expressed itself politically. We can't have this. It's also we can't also can't understand the focus on helmets. We. I hope that all colleagues support support me in in supporting vladislavich from the Ukraine and to give him the opportunity to speak. At the cyberbullying action plan, that time is necessary. The time is ripe. Um 97% of young people use the internet more than eight hours a day. There are very young people on platforms, and platform providers even admit that their own, that their own age restrictions are not being followed and they're confronted with cyberbullying. So my question is about the planned measures on age verification in the this is involved with the digital wallet. Another question involves the protection of minors. The piracy um, uh, sporting events, credit card fraud. So I'm wondering in what direction, um, are the commission's measures going in order to have, um, a harmonised legal act? And then I'd also like to refer to, um, the youth check that was mentioned earlier in the agenda and the corresponding youth strategy. We heard that there are young people who come from rural regions that are not organized or, um, are not working or are not in training, and they have difficult situations. Um, it's difficult for them to take part in youth projects. So I wonder how that will work with the youth check and how the committee is going to be, uh, chosen and when this committee will begin working.”
  Broadcasting of sports events
• “Thank you. It is an ambitious and clear position on the 2026 budget. That is what we need given the council's position. And I would like to warmly thank the rapporteur, Mr. Sousa Silva and others, for the draft. Produced all key points and demands for our committee have been set out in the opinion we need to increase funding. We get the feeling, however, that we are backsliding. We're working on a draft. We know that the flagship programs need to be bolstered. We have a commitment in place, and then we receive a proposal for the 2026 budget, and that calls all achievements into question. It is the wrong move and it undermines mobility amongst young people and volunteers.”
  Size of EU budget
• “I'd like to thank the Commissioner for coming here for this exchange of views. I am convinced that, like Erasmus+, Creative Europe will be able to reach the European citizens in the right way. We think that the cultural strand. It needs more funding. That's what we think. And I would say that the funding arrangements are better than expected. But I do feel that it's all going to be underfunded. I have concerns about Erasmus. I think we wanting to do much more there than in the cultural sphere or in connection with Agora E so media and news are separated. We've been hearing more about that earlier this afternoon. Um, what about the producers and the independents of those would need to think about the contribution to diversity and democracy, of course, as well. And then. We think that there are issues relating to the access to third countries as well. What will happen there when we see the sphere of those most favoured? Widened earmarks of some of them are lacking in Erasmus+. Are there risks there that smaller unions or associations are going to suffer from that? Or are there going to be disadvantages with that and then monitoring and control and accompaniment of the different programs? I think that the European Parliament should be, uh, very heavily involved in those tasks, should be taking charge of that.”
  EU and national cultural identities
• “Thank you very much. So for the s, and I believe that Creative Europe, um, could have been just as successful as Erasmus and Europe plus and could have found its way into the hearts of Europeans in creating a spirit and identity. You know, something you've already experienced with Erasmus+. And I thought the creative Europe could have done that. I don't think that something called Agora EU um will be as successful as enthusing or motivating people. Increasing resources, however, is a first important step in the right direction, and it's important that the culture strand be increased, seeing as it was not properly resourced in recent years. But in this connection, I would point out that this proposal for the MFF is on an extremely rocky basis because it is building on a very short term perspective. We're not sure that that will actually continue over time. It's important, of course, that we preserve cultural freedom in the age in which we live. That in itself is significant and also has a political value. I believe that that is properly borne in mind by the proposal. The creative sector is one with real growth potential. It is economically significant and also very promising in terms of jobs creation in the European Union. And if we wish to believe in good news in these economically difficult times, then it's important to remind people of the importance of this sector and talk about the development of the European music market, which has grown by 9%. But against this backdrop, we shouldn't forget the plight of our creative professionals in Europe who have very precarious working conditions and have to do an awful lot of voluntary work alongside their paid professional work. So we need to properly cater to this audience, and that is why I think accessibility is extremely important, that there be fair access to any of these subsidies. So overall, I think merging media and political objectives such as news and fake news should not undermine our promotion for the European visual sector, particularly film production, because a lot of countries are there and keen to engage in co-productions, but need subsidies in order to be able to do so.”
  EU and national cultural identities
• “Thank you very much. President. Madam Commissioner, vice president. Once again, the misuse of spying and surveillance software is shaking our democracy at its very foundations. And once again, with this paragon case in Italy, it's clear that these are just not isolated cases. The European Union has a structural problem, and the European Commission is still in default, if you like, on this particular issue. We've repeatedly called on the commission to comply with the recommendations of the Committee of Inquiry and to present a legal act with clear rules. What needs to happen for the commission to act? That's the question. National security must no longer be used as a justification for undermining the principles of rule of law. Unlawful surveillance of journalists, members of opposition lawyers, etc. is undermining our democracy. We need common minimum standards for the use of spyware. What we do not need is further hesitation on the part of this new commission. A proposal to effectively protect our citizens and thus strengthen trust in our democratic institutions is now long overdue. Thank you all.”
  Surveillance equipment & spyware
• “We cannot make cutbacks here. We need to bolster all programs because they make Europe directly visible to citizens. Erasmus+, the European Solidarity Corps, all initiatives targeting young people. They are key to European history in the European Union. Needs to strengthen acceptance here. If we are to make cuts here. Then we will not manage to strengthen democratic society and bolster the competitiveness of European general through highly qualified young people. We cannot accept that the cuts mentioned, such as 3 million for sport, the total spending on sport is not even 2% and it really runs counter to our report in this area. We always talk about strengthening the creative sector. Will we need to back that up with requisite funding, proper budget for Creative Europe? Our committee must be crystal clear in its positions, and I think that we are adopting a clear position here. If we were to see cutbacks, fewer people would benefit from the programmes. Fewer Europeans would be able to benefit. The council's position does not factor in the issue of inflation. So even if there were no cuts in the current proposal, Europeans would lose out. So thank you very much for all the work done by our colleague Helder Souza Silva.”
  EU volunteering programs
• “Thank you very much. Thank you very much, Madam Vice President. You responded on two issues. Uh, but, uh, I wanted to say that there's been a written question that's been with regard to online piracy and streaming, and the response from the commission was not satisfactory. You said, uh, about the necessary for additional measures. If the recommendations as far as, um, protection of rights isn't effective or not, isn't effective enough. And in one month, we have nothing concrete on this particular front. We would like to find out what sort of, um, things are being done legislatively as concerns online piracy. And now as far as AI and, um, the, uh. And copyright. Um, I simply wanted to ask about that as well. What is planned and what sort of practices at the European Union level will be there? And what sort of proposals can be drafted so that EU regulations can be applicable and binding for all throughout the European Union for the EPP. Madam. Viper.”
  Artificial Intelligence
• “Thank you. President. Vice president of the Commission. Lying, deceit, theft and and bullying. That all happens in the internet. So protection measures and clear rules are necessary and must never be questioned with references to freedom of opinion. Young people with disabled disabilities and young people because of their sexual orientation can be attacked and people in majorities and minorities. Anti-semitism is also present online. Every sex young sex young person has been a victim of cyber bullying. Bullying. And this all takes place anonymously, in which was unthinkable in the analog age. The consequences of fear, withdrawal, traumatization and even suicide. So I welcome the Commission action Plan. It makes clear that online violence can't be seen in isolation. It is linked to analog violence. Digital use begins younger and younger and is changing all the time. Prevention must be oriented on the development stages of children, so we must support parents to education plays a key role. The action plan is an important step and it is a task for the Member States To put protection and prevention measures into curricula. Cyberbullying is violence. Let's protect our children and young people now.”
  Safety features & content control for child protection online
• “Thank you very much. This agreement is very significant Geopolitically. It is a win win situation for both sides, and it is for the benefit of the UK and the European Union and we need to use this momentum, and I am convinced that we will be making the most of this momentum. Once again, I would like to point out that re association to Erasmus+ would be a success for not just for governments, but predominantly for European citizens on both sides of the English Channel. I would like to thank you for mentioning Creative Europe and this programme is still open to the UK. One question that I thought of while we were discussing things is that we are talking about roles and how we need to have direct negotiations, but we know that there are attempts to change the programme with new description. What? Would, uh, bringing programs together from other funds. What kind of impact would that have on negotiations? But fundamentally, I would like to thank all of the speakers who have been here to respond to our questions, because we all agree on how important this agreement is for the European Union and the United Kingdom. So thank you very much for this debate today.”
  EU and national cultural identities
• “Thank you. First of all, I'd like to thank Lawrence for this excellent draft opinion. This contains all of the key points that are important for our committee. And Lawrence is now tackling the new developments on how we should deal with those. Now, I think that the messages are generally positive from yesterday, even though there aren't any specific proposals on the table, but for all for our committee. Read re Erasmus+ and Creative Europe and once again participation in the Solidarity Corps. They are all key priorities now with without. We have said that participation Erasmus+ without the framework agreement is possible, but so far the British government has refused to do that. The programmes in the UK, such as the Turing Programme or the TAF Programme in Wales, do not achieve what Erasmus+ has achieved and it would be an absolute win win and of mutual benefit to both sides to have the UK once again in Erasmus. Now, obviously the situation when it comes to touring artists and musicians on tours is a very important one, and the last time we went to Scotland on mission to see that and to see what additional costs this means for young musicians. So for choirs or orchestras or music groups to go to the UK or the other way round, this is one of the most important sectors of the UK economy. And look at the barriers they face. This is not about the Rolling Stones. No, this is about young musicians that want to have the opportunity to perform. And another very important programme for cultural exchange is Creative Europe. And fewer, less red tape and visa liberalisation is absolutely essential in that area as well.”
  EU volunteering programs
• “So if you're going to be divvying up an audiovisual budget and giving the lion's share to NUS, then that should not detract from the creative sector and should not lead to a diversion of all of our resources to the major broadcasters and platforms, nor to outside Europe. And here I would warn you about the US. That is why we need properly earmarked, ring fenced budgets for our European enterprises, particularly for programming in lesser spoken languages, and make sure that cultural diversity does not suffer as a result of the reordering of these programmes. We also need to talk about third countries, talk about European companies that are owned by non-European companies, and make sure that they cannot unfairly access our subsidies programs because it must not endanger our cultural sovereignty, nor lead to the market concentration which benefits global companies. Now, when it comes to flexibility and trying to move away from centralization, now, of course we need to make sure that we have proper transparency and accountability. And of course, you want to make sure that we do not reduce the degree of influence of the European Parliament. And it is our committee in particular, which has to make it clear that we must continue to be allowed to play a decisive role in this process, and we are determined to do so.”
  EU and national cultural identities
• “Thank you chair. I am a member of the Pega Investigative Committee, which looked at the use of, uh, illegal software. Actually, that was the previous parliamentary term. And I turned to the European Commission. And please react to what the committee reported on. We hear that there are more attacks using this software on journalists. Now, I'd like to say something about AI. There was a video that was spread last week. It was very poor quality and it involved a, um, an Austrian television presenter. It wasn't taken down. It was bad quality. So everyone knew it was fake. But what if it's a really good quality video? You know, um, you know, how do we ensure that not just young people, but that older people know that this was potentially a fake? And I turned to the panelists. Is the DSA fit for purpose? Is the DSA good enough, and are there areas where we're going to have to improve or work on the DSA?”
  Transparency and oversight of AI-generated content
• “Thank you very much, Madam Speaker. I apologies, Commissioner. I have to get something off my chest. I think we have to start from the idea that both parties lost after Brexit. I think the EU had a lot to lose and the UK had a lot to lose. I visited Great Britain before Brexit, and companies and the business environment in general were not happy at all about Brexit. So I think we should have an agreement and I'm sure, Commissioner, that you have all of the necessary information regarding the worsening of, of commercial exchanges. For instance, try ordering something from the UK from a company in the UK and see how long the parcel takes to get here. I've gone through that customs, all sorts of checks. It takes a very long time. Somebody said that we are not treating the UK as a third country. I think we are. I think we have to have fair conditions and standards and mutual respect included in this agreement. And I believe we have. We need this agreement as soon as possible. Thank you.”
  EU-UK data transfer
• “Thank you. I feel very privileged. I'd like to thank um I'd like to thank them for this very comprehensive study. The question that I'd like to ask is that are we better off, um, in the than in the previous, um MFS. What do we have to do to make sure that cultural agents I will have a better position in future MFS. And that's why I would like to quote a Court of Auditors report from the year 2020 that talks about EU investments in cultural areas. It said the strategic framework for culture in the EU. Finds as problems there is different. There is mainstreaming in different areas. Uh, it is being used for other priorities. It also indicates that there are potential, a higher potential for promoting the cultural sector. Um, could could occur if at this. This could occur in the commission agenda. And there were questions about improving strategic framework for culture in other areas. There were also questions about the implementation of these goals.”
  EU and national cultural identities
• “Thank you to our Commissioner for his presentation. I would like to begin by addressing what he said about sport policy. Its sport organisations such as FIFA are involved with symbols. Has expressed itself politically. We can't have this. It's also we can't also can't understand the focus on helmets. We. I hope that all colleagues support support me in in supporting vladislavich from the Ukraine and to give him the opportunity to speak. At the cyberbullying action plan, that time is necessary. The time is ripe. Um 97% of young people use the internet more than eight hours a day. There are very young people on platforms, and platform providers even admit that their own, that their own age restrictions are not being followed and they're confronted with cyberbullying. So my question is about the planned measures on age verification in the this is involved with the digital wallet. Another question involves the protection of minors. The piracy um, uh, sporting events, credit card fraud. So I'm wondering in what direction, um, are the commission's measures going in order to have, um, a harmonised legal act? And then I'd also like to refer to, um, the youth check that was mentioned earlier in the agenda and the corresponding youth strategy. We heard that there are young people who come from rural regions that are not organized or, um, are not working or are not in training, and they have difficult situations. Um, it's difficult for them to take part in youth projects. So I wonder how that will work with the youth check and how the committee is going to be, uh, chosen and when this committee will begin working.”
  Broadcasting of sports events
• “Thank you very much, Madam Vice President. It's called culture and education, which bring people together. That's really the heart for a new beginning, for a fruitful cooperation between the UK and the EU, which will be successful when you have a rapid reassociation of in Erasmus+ and breaking down the barriers for those active in creative and cultural sectors. There's an advantage on both sides and above all, leaving Erasmus+, despite announcing the contrary, has been one of the most painful impacts of experience that there's no replacement programme that can even come close to achieving what Erasmus+ did, only using very little funding, this success programme enabled young people to experience new perspectives and opportunities. Urgent need there's an urgent need for action in the cultural and creative sector in the UK. The creative economy and the music business enjoys such economic and social significance. Yet there have been significant cuts. So it's it's very important to reduce the burdens, the entry restrictions, the customs problems would make it difficult for young artists to go on tour. So it's time now to reorganize our relationship and make it fit for the future.”
  EU volunteering programs
• “Thank you very much, Madam Chair. Now, if we if we want to put the Eu-uk relations on a new level, then the economy will play a key role. Security. And that includes defence. But to ensure that this co-operation is successful, then we also need to talk about culture and education and above all, the situation for young people. And yesterday I was very interested and excited to see the results of the EU, UK summit. And I have to say, I saw it as very positive that the key aspects of our work in this committee were dealt with and are included in the declaration. Youth exchange in work. And education activities also visa waivers. In order to bring the UK and the EU closer together. Now what is positive is that Erasmus+ was definitely mentioned and it was touched upon as a solution. And I'd like to thank both speakers for their remarks. And also for saying that Erasmus+ is more than an academic exchange. Rasmus Plus is about youth mobility in many areas, and it makes this mobility possible in many areas. We don't need to reinvent the wheel to do this. We have a model available for which has been available in the EU for a long time, and the UK used to take part in that model.”
  EU-UK relations
• “Der Zulassung. Russischer. Unterhalten werden. Sportiness. Zum Schauplatz des Krieges was das Bedeutet für ein Beispiel das von Einigen Olympia und Gründer von athletes for Ukraine stand ein Russischer athlete with einem Gewehr hinter einem Sportler was im Gehirn von Jenen sport funktionieren vor die sich so etwas vorstellen können Putin nutzen Sport ist des militaires und des krieges vor wenigen tagen ist eine der in der Ukraine in Sumy, durch einen Russischen angriff zerstört werden dafür soll Russland werden von Ihnen und wird erwartet. Selfies with Russische an zu machen. Wenn sie das nicht wollen werden sie werden, wie bei dem Paralympics. Es ist würdig ob bei sanctions und auch immer, dass eine der Verband Eingehalten wird deshalb geburt verbinden respect und anerkennung die sich hier moralischen verantwortung bewusst sind und weiterhin keine Russische Bewerbung Zulassen. Solche deutlichen Zeichen sind notwendig ich dank kommissar Glen Micallef für einen Entscheidenden Haltung.”
  Broadcasting of sports events
• “Um, and a measured coordination between within the commission was called for. So I ask. The December 2020 was the time limit for the implementation, and I wonder whether that was actually implemented in general. The need for these funds is growing more and more because the pressure on public budgets, um, is growing. And with EU funds trying to find a balance. The the the there's the earmarking is it is essential um, that involves many different sectors. What I'd also like to point out is that we have existing. We should continue and keep existing frameworks. And Agora EU cannot just be the cannot just be the heart. And with a term like Creative Europe, a European should also be kept as a brand. This is something I call for that we have in the negotiation for the MFF. But I'd also like to thank the say thanks because there are, there are. This is a basis for um, many for the future of culture, youth, sport and many other areas. Thank you for your work.”
  EU and national cultural identities
• “Thank you, Vice President. I really appreciate the you coming to this committee today because it really shows, um, how many challenges that we have today in all different aspects. The implementation of the Media Freedom Act is a problem because some countries have stayed back and they haven't implemented this yet. What's important for me when it comes to the Digital Services Act is that we don't have we don't we haven't been able to support this package yet. Um, you also addressed AI, which I would be interested in seeing whether you have answers to the report by the Europe, the report that was made by the European Parliament. I'd also like to address the Audiovisual Media Services Directive, especially when it comes to the protection of minors. Um, new categories have been announced. Um, I would like to know, uh, how what these categories will look like. And I also have a question about age verification and harmonised standards for age limits in the EU. You haven't, uh, you haven't been able to give an opinion on this under the time pressure. Um, I hope you'll be able to answer this, too. And also, uh, the digital wallet. Would you be able to tell us, um, how the implementation is working there? Another point on the directive is whether the quotas for European works are effective. And whether these have been, um, kind of watered down in the, in the directive. Um, and then when it comes to sport events and other live events, the piracy of these events, when will we receive a concrete proposal, um, to prevent illegal, uh, sharing of this content? We have a time period in which we will find out about this, And I also thank you for addressing and acknowledging the importance of these problems.”
  Broadcasting of sports events
• “Thank you, Vice President. I really appreciate the you coming to this committee today because it really shows, um, how many challenges that we have today in all different aspects. The implementation of the Media Freedom Act is a problem because some countries have stayed back and they haven't implemented this yet. What's important for me when it comes to the Digital Services Act is that we don't have we don't we haven't been able to support this package yet. Um, you also addressed AI, which I would be interested in seeing whether you have answers to the report by the Europe, the report that was made by the European Parliament. I'd also like to address the Audiovisual Media Services Directive, especially when it comes to the protection of minors. Um, new categories have been announced. Um, I would like to know, uh, how what these categories will look like. And I also have a question about age verification and harmonised standards for age limits in the EU. You haven't, uh, you haven't been able to give an opinion on this under the time pressure. Um, I hope you'll be able to answer this, too. And also, uh, the digital wallet. Would you be able to tell us, um, how the implementation is working there? Another point on the directive is whether the quotas for European works are effective. And whether these have been, um, kind of watered down in the, in the directive. Um, and then when it comes to sport events and other live events, the piracy of these events, when will we receive a concrete proposal, um, to prevent illegal, uh, sharing of this content? We have a time period in which we will find out about this, And I also thank you for addressing and acknowledging the importance of these problems.”
  Broadcasting of sports events
• “Yes. Thank you very much indeed. Now, I take it from what we've heard in terms of evaluation, and this is my impression that indeed, um, the existing structures and resources have been used, but not all. And I've heard that the cultural strand needs to be increased, and that chimes with a consistent demand from this committee and from myself, because I believe that in recent years we have tended to prioritise media across all sectors. So in the light of that evaluation, and since we are going to be scrapping this sectoral approach, from my perspective, I believe there are still some specific needs for individual, distinct sectors. Now reference was made to music. But then you've also got books, literature as well as. The creative arts. And as part of the MFA we have no reference to independent producers. And so I think that we have now clarified the issue of access to funding from third countries.”
  EU and national cultural identities
• “Thank you. President. Commissioner. We call for the immediate and unconditional release of the democratically elected president, Mohamed Bazoum and his wife two years after the coup in Niger. They're still being arbitrarily detained and the death penalty is being threatened. They've dissolved political parties, the constitutional order, media pluralism is being curtailed, and they're turning away from the ICC, too. They're withdrawing their. But that doesn't mean that any war crimes can be committed with impunity. Now, no one will claim that the situation in Niger is a surprise. We warned about a coup when we had parliamentary assemblies with African countries in the ACP countries. Now we need to step up our commitment so that humanitarian aid gets to the people who need it, and so that fundamental rights can be restored.”
  EU policy on Sahel and Sudan
• “Thank you, Vice President. Commissioner. Ladies and gentlemen, when we think about piracy, some people perhaps think about Pirates of the Caribbean or Johnny Depp as Jack Sparrow. But online piracy is part of entertainment in order to be able to stream supposedly cheap offers. But this adventure is in the rule. Very quickly passed. 40% of the users of illegal streaming platforms become victims to credit card fraud, identity theft and malware. Online piracy of sport and live events causes immense damage. It's not a petty offense, it's a systematic theft. Organised cross border criminal businessmen with illegal streams are tax free money at the cost of sport, culture and the security of users. Approximately €30 billion globally are lost in the sports sector every year. Money that flows into dark channels and associations, and which means that infrastructure and above all, children and young people's jobs lose out. A problem on which the European Parliament has focused for a long time. Already in 2021, there was an initiative of the committee to call on the commission to deal with this. In 2023, recommendations of the Commission to the Member States were published. The actual assessment of the EU Commission makes it clear that the recommendations have, yes, led to individual improvements, but overall the impact has been limited. While many member states have taken effective measures, others haven't done anything at all. Existing Rules don't apply to live broadcasting. If you have an illegal stream removed after the football game has come to an end, or after the encore has finished at a concert, then the damage can no longer be repaired. I think that the commission Vice President Coonan, should deal with this. Definitely, and if so, doing so.”
  Broadcasting of sports events
• “Thank you chair. It is a pleasure and an honor for me to be able to speak on behalf of our As shadow rapporteur Nicola Zingaretti, who is unfortunately not able to be here. So first he thanks the rapporteur for the draft who feels it is a a good foundation for the work on the report. And I can describe which director he would directly like it to move in. We have to make sure that the youth guarantee can be effectively accessed for all young people who need it the most. He thanks the rapporteur for putting education at the heart of it and for younger people, because it is difficult for young people in precarious, precarious circumstances to get qualifications. It shows clearly that a, a approach to quickly get people into jobs is not really going to be enough. It shouldn't be that the youth guarantee is oriented to short term needs on of the labor market. We need a paradigm vexel. So it shouldn't be about trying to move people into jobs very quickly, but rather it should be for high quality jobs that can on in the long term. At the same time, we have to support people by helping them to support their health, because that will improve the situation for young people who are disadvantaged. They should be involved in the policy. This can only be managed by having better coordination at all levels, better data collection, better range of services and support being offered. It should be unbureaucratic. They need support in the regions and in local communities, especially in rural areas. And I notice that it's very important to other people as well.”
  Youth employment & training
• “Thank you. I feel very privileged. I'd like to thank um I'd like to thank them for this very comprehensive study. The question that I'd like to ask is that are we better off, um, in the than in the previous, um MFS. What do we have to do to make sure that cultural agents I will have a better position in future MFS. And that's why I would like to quote a Court of Auditors report from the year 2020 that talks about EU investments in cultural areas. It said the strategic framework for culture in the EU. Finds as problems there is different. There is mainstreaming in different areas. Uh, it is being used for other priorities. It also indicates that there are potential, a higher potential for promoting the cultural sector. Um, could could occur if at this. This could occur in the commission agenda. And there were questions about improving strategic framework for culture in other areas. There were also questions about the implementation of these goals.”
  EU and national cultural identities
• “Thank you. President. Commissioner. If the EU wants to be competitive and resilient, if it wants education policy and if it wants upskilling as a goal and it wants to be credible, credible, then Erasmus+ and culture is going to. And the Solidarity Corps are going to have to be invested in. These programs make the value added of Europe clear for people. If we can make these projects available to young people, then the Solidarity Corps and Erasmus+ budgets are going to have to increase considerably. Different living costs mean that fewer and fewer people take can take part. Now, culture is 5.5 of GDP in the EU and employs 7.5 million people. The MFF has to guarantee that Creative Europe is as strong and independent programme, and that its budget is increased. The scientific service of the Parliament has shown that every euro that goes into the creative industries generates a value added of €11. Investment in culture and education is worth it and pays for itself.”
  Public funding for education
• “Thank you and thank you very much to the experts for the great quantity of information that. First of all, we need time to organize so. It is the basis. Cognitive skills are the basis of our education and of science. Young people need to be given to understand this by the teachers. So they need to know about what their opinions are and what information there they are confronted with. So my hope is I'm quite hopeful because young people in the European Union, according to surveys, they are clear about the fact that they don't have enough digital competencies and digital skills. Is this an indication that they are. There is a will there. How how far do young people really trust materials which are produced by artificial intelligence? And I'd like to ask Professor Holmes. He said there is only one generative AI which is in use in the educational system. And Professor Harris, we heard that generative AI. Has achieved could achieve good results in mathematics. And so for me, I'd like to know how specific and concrete the examples are that lead you to say this. And when other people are learning languages, where is it critical? So we hear that there are there won't be a need for interpreters, but I don't agree with that because every expression that somebody uses can have many different, different meanings. And here in the European Parliament, I don't think that artificial intelligence could be successful. But when you're talking about a project work as well, when is it useful to use AI and when isn't it so? And how can teachers see that AI has been used for students works? And to achieve this cognitive work with with young people or with adults? Is it possible to prevent the use of computers and tablets for certain learning targets or testing of learning targets?”
  Governance of academic priorities within the EU
• “The European sport modality. Is subject to controversies and attacks. And we experienced this recently in the discussions on the Super League and What the model shows is a pyramid structure from grassroots sport right through to elite sports. And. There's a solidarity, the solidarity, a balance between professionals and non-professionals and also including women as much as possible in sport. And these are European values. And we want to support sport and create the necessary conditions for that. But we should not this should not involve breaching competition rules. Now in our towns and cities and in our rural regions, this is important. And volunteers do a huge amount of work and they offer young people and children many opportunities for recreational Activities. Now obviously this all needs to be done in line with the EU. Now I will be tabling some amendments so that the report can become more comprehensive. For example, on transparency and the risk to the risk from pure for pure, for profit organisations. Also an amendment on dual careers and education and and reconciling sport with working life. That's also something I'll be highlighting. We want to link solidarity mechanisms with sustainability goals, also including more stakeholders, and also focusing on the further development of sport for people with disabilities. I look forward to working together with all shadow rapporteurs on this file. Thank you.”
  Broadcasting of sports events
• “Um, and a measured coordination between within the commission was called for. So I ask. The December 2020 was the time limit for the implementation, and I wonder whether that was actually implemented in general. The need for these funds is growing more and more because the pressure on public budgets, um, is growing. And with EU funds trying to find a balance. The the the there's the earmarking is it is essential um, that involves many different sectors. What I'd also like to point out is that we have existing. We should continue and keep existing frameworks. And Agora EU cannot just be the cannot just be the heart. And with a term like Creative Europe, a European should also be kept as a brand. This is something I call for that we have in the negotiation for the MFF. But I'd also like to thank the say thanks because there are, there are. This is a basis for um, many for the future of culture, youth, sport and many other areas. Thank you for your work.”
  Size of EU budget
• “Thank you. Now, this report sets out a very clear signal. And this is just how important the European sport model is. And we have already drawn attention to this issue in the sports industry and in sports associations. I would like to start with Mr. Zdrojewski, but I would also like to thank his whole team for this excellent report, for this excellent draft report, but also for all of the excellent cooperation that we have experienced. The report already contains many of the points that we have raised in our exchanges. So thank you very much for that.”
  Broadcasting of sports events
• “Thank you very much. Vice president, Commissioner, are we in favor of using all the means we have to prevent child abuse? But does that also mean that our chats will be able to be monitored without any indication of suspicion? Now, sexual abuse of children is one of the worst crimes that exists, but it's been happening online for a long time. In 2024, there were more than 20 million reports of alleged child abuse online. Cyber grooming, which is targeted communication with children for sexual purposes, is increasing significantly, and we can't turn a blind eye to that. Now we're working on a permanent European regulation, but we cannot eliminate existing options for detecting abuse. Voluntary measures for providers to scan for abuse material must remain possible. All measures must be proportionate, be targeted and be in line with the principles of the rule of law. Data protection must never take precedence over investigation of the worst crimes. We need this in the digital sphere as well.”
  Privacy & detection of online child abuse
• “Now not obviously touring artists and musicians is a key issue in the UK and there is a need to act. I do think it is quite regrettable that Creative Europe was not mentioned for the summit, because I think that participation in Creative Europe is absolutely crucial for both sides. On the one hand, this affects the UK with young musicians that want an artist that want to come to the EU on tour, but it also affects many choirs and orchestras etc. from Europe that want to participate in festivals. This affects European concert organizers, events organisers, tour touring companies. So we absolutely do need to see international cooperation on this. And participation in Creative Europe is part of that. And then the Solidarity Corps also needs to be mentioned. Now this isn't always in the spotlight, but that program as well, and participation in that program would help to see these challenges tackled that we've been talking about. Thank you.”
  EU volunteering programs
• “But of course, it's important that we look at equality of opportunity for those countries with scant resources, and that seems to have got lost along the way. And so I see the risk going forward that these programmes will focus exclusively on those countries which already have existing capacity, and other countries will fall by the wayside. Now, of course, it is more useful to target our resources at areas where resources are scarcest. And of course, if you have a competitive ecosystem, then I worry about organizations that are not part of bigger structures and are unable to compete in that kind of environment, and they will find themselves at a disadvantage. And that's why I have my misgivings. And that is why it is so difficult to look at exactly what the picture will be going forward. Obviously, we look backwards, look at the evaluation and try on that basis to determine the objectives going forward in a revised MFF.”
  Global priorities for international development
• “Thank you. Chair I want to add to the introduction of the former chair of colleague Zdrojewski to the Eurovision Song Contest, that it was Austria that won last weekend. And I'm saying this because an event like this shows the potential of European creatives, and it shows Europe and diversity, and this is a great potential we have to keep. And one of the conclusions of the pleas of the panelists is that we mustn't give away European cultural heritage and creative potential to creative tech oligarchs, and this committee is advocating for the interests of creators. And what you made clear on the panel is that artificial intelligence is present always and everywhere. And I don't know if, the people are aware about it. And I think it's one of our goals and tasks to make people aware of it. How much and often they are confronted. Um, so there is a need of disclosure obligation. This is what you made clear. But my question goes how can we detect misuse? What technical possibilities do we have to find out if there is misuse? And my other question is more going into the creative potential about the European dimension in the whole artificial intelligence sector. For me it sounds a little bit. Depressing when you call yourself a feeder. European potential is much more. And when we look to our heritage, there is so much potential. How can we go ahead and are not always a step behind? How can we go ahead in the sector of artificial intelligence and find a European solution and be ahead, as we have often been in the history of music and creativity? Thank you.”
  Artificial Intelligence
• “Thank you, Mr. President. Thank you, Vice President. Commissioner with no free media, if we don't have a free society and this MFA is really a milestone for media independence. It will protect journalists. It will also make sure that there is sufficient transparency in the funding of media. It directly protects our liberal democracy on the 8th of August. All the all the laws must be implemented in the Member States. I know that there are political reasons why there are so many delays, and at the same time, political pressure is being brought to bear. Journalists are being spied with software, with spy software, and the commission needs to make sure that this is implemented. We need to bring pressure to bear on the member states, and we need to speak clearly and harshly if there is an infringement, because media freedom cannot be negotiated. Thank you. **Nicolae ȘTEFĂNUȚĂ @Chair: And now, Mr..”
  Surveillance equipment & spyware