EMM News Explorer: Cecilia Malmström

[-said]: Our commitment tow the liberalisation of visas for citizens of Kosovo is real and I am very happy that we can begin to make progress in this direction,

ansamed 20-JAN-12

[-said]: I know how important the liberalisation of visas is for the citizens of Kosovo, and I am happy that we have now begun the entire process,

ansamed 20-JAN-12

[ said]: I know how important visa free travel is to the citizens of Kosovo and I am happy that we have now set the ball rolling,

irishsun 19-JAN-12

[-wrote]: [It is] a disgrace that prisoners are still held [without] trial. President Obama, [it's] time to live up to your promise,

rian 12-JAN-12

[ said]: Crime knows no borders, and neither should we. This joint operation goes to show just how immensely important it is for national law enforcement and Europol to effectively exchange information about dangerous criminal activities,

bgnewsnet 12-JAN-12

[ said]: The Schengen Area has grown rapidly, allowing for increasing numbers of European citizens and third country visitors to enjoy free movement across more and more countries. With Liechtenstein joining today, we are further developing one of the most cherished achievements of the EU

theportugalnews 22-DEC-11

[-added]: With Liechtenstein joining today, we are further developing one of the most cherished achievements of the EU,

panarmenian 19-DEC-11

kuna 19-DEC-11

[said:]: These children are victims of multiple crimes. First, when the actual abuse takes place. Then, when it is filmed. And, thereafter, every time the images are posted, circulated or viewed.

examiner 17-DEC-11

[-said]: It highlights the importance of co-operation between law enforcement authorities at European and international level to tackle criminal activities that know no borders. We will continue to use all the tools at our disposal, including the recently adopted EU directive on the fight against pedo-pornography, sexual abuse and exploitation of minors, to support efforts to combat these horrendous crimes and to help protect our children,

sofiaecho 17-DEC-11

[ said]: These children are victims of multiple crimes. First, when the actual abuse takes place. Then, when it is filmed. And, thereafter, every time the images are posted, circulated or viewed,

cnn 16-DEC-11

[ said]: I am very pleased that this directive has finally been adopted, as it will certainly simplify the life of migrants applying to reside and work in the EU,

euractiv 14-DEC-11

[said:]: I am very pleased that this directive has finally been adopted, as it will certainly simplify the life of migrants applying to reside and work in the EU. The directive will ensure a one-stop-shop system, thereby accelerating administrative procedures both for the future employer and the migrant.

europeanvoice 13-DEC-11

[-said]: This is an important step in facilitating legal migration, as well as in ensuring rights for migrants who are legally working and contributing to the cultural richness of our societies and the strength of our economy,

europeanvoice 13-DEC-11

[ said]: EUROSUR will help detect and fight criminal networks' activities and will be a crucial tool for saving migrants who put their lives at risk trying to reach EU shores,

baltic 13-DEC-11

[pointed out that:]: corruption is present in all EU Member States

eubusiness 12-DEC-11

[ said]: We have heard many a declaration about asylum solidarity, not least during the past year, but we have not seen as much action. The time for talk is over. The values of solidarity, tolerance and mutual respect now need to be turned into concrete results. That is why today we are proposing measures to help EU Member States live up to their responsibility of offering protection to people in need. To those Member States with ill-functioning asylum systems: It is time to get your house in order

famagusta 03-DEC-11

[ said]: >European Commission - Press release Asylum policy: Less talk, more solidarity Brussels, 2 December 2011 – Today, the European Commission is proposing to reinforce solidarity between Member States in the field of asylum and to make sure protection is guaranteed for people in need of shelter. The events of the Arab spring, and the rising number of migrants arriving in Malta and the Italian island of Lampedusa, have put the issue of solidarity in the asylum field in stark focus during the past months. These

dg 02-DEC-11

[ said]: The attacks in Norway earlier this year made it strikingly clear that our societies are facing security threats that are growing in scale and sophistication. No single Member State can respond to these threats on its own – we have to work together to achieve our security objectives, and to respond in an effective way to the concerns European citizens are expressing about their security

dg 25-NOV-11

[ said]: The attacks in Norway earlier this year made it strikingly clear that our societies are facing security threats that are growing in scale and sophistication. No single Member State can respond to these threats on its own � we have to work together to achieve our security objectives, and to respond in an effective way to the concerns European citizens are expressing about their security

focus 25-NOV-11

[said:]: Many people who want to move to the European Union do not know what possibilities exist, how to apply for a resident permit or the risks related to irregular migration. And migrants who are already in the EU are notalways aware of their rights. We need to provide solid, easily accessible information about these sometimes complicated procedures.

baltic 21-NOV-11

[ said]: >European Commission - Press release New EU-US agreement on PNR improves data protection and fights crime and terrorism Brussels, 17 November 2011 – Today, the European Union and the United States have initialled a new agreement on the transfer of air passengers' data for flights from the EU to the US. If adopted by the European Parliament and EU Member States in the Council of Ministers, the new agreement on Passenger Name Records (PNR) will replace the current agreement from 2007, improving data protect

dg 18-NOV-11

[ said]: We are setting up a strategic policy framework for migration and development which is clear and consistent. The EU will be better equipped for migration governance at home and globally only if it further reinforces its dialogue and cooperation with partner countries. The new EU Global Approach to Migration and Mobility (GAMM) represents the strategic framework which is necessary to bring added value to the EU’s and Member States’ action in this area,

dg 18-NOV-11

focus 18-NOV-11

[-said]: Globalization today requires well-managed migration,

economictimes 18-NOV-11

[said:]: Many people who want to move to the European Union do not know what possibilities exist, how to apply for a resident permit or the risks related to irregular migration. And migrants who are already in the EU are not always aware of their rights. We need to provide solid, easily accessible information about these sometimes complicated procedures.

focus 18-NOV-11

[-explained]: want to immigrate in the European Union don't know what it takes, they don't know how to apply for a residence permit, whether they need a visa and they don't know the possible risks,

ansamed 18-NOV-11

[-said]: Many people who want to move to the European Union do not know what possibilities exist, how to apply for a resident permit or the risks related to irregular migration,

eubusiness 18-NOV-11

[-told]: Despite the high levels of unemployment in the EU today, we will in the near future need more labour migration because of the demographics. This is something that member states have to recognise,

eubusiness 18-NOV-11

[ said]: The new agreement contains robust safeguards for European citizens' privacy, without undermining the effectiveness of the agreement in terms of EU and US security,

kuna 17-NOV-11

[ said]: Protection of personal data has been my priority since the beginning of the negotiations in December 2010 , and I am satisfied with the result, since it represents a big improvement over the existing Agreement from 2007,

finanznachrichten 17-NOV-11

[ said]: With these proposals, we are bolstering the EU's capacity to provide support when and where it is most needed. Adequate funding with simpler and more flexible rules is crucial to address the increasingly transnational challenges that the EU faces. We need a faster and more effective EU response to events like those we have seen in North Africa in recent months,

focus 15-NOV-11

[-said]: Law enforcement authorities must also continue to tackle the organized crime groups behind drug trafficking,

xinhuanet_en 15-NOV-11

[ said]: >European Commission - Press release Future financing of Home affairs: More money, more flexibility, simpler rules Brussels, 15 November 2011 Recent events, be it the Arab Spring or the terrorist attacks in Norway, illustrate how important it is for the EU to be able to react quickly and effectively to rapidly evolving crisis situations. This is why t he European Commission will increase the funding available for Home Affairs and will improve and simplify the way EU financing is delivered. For the next Mult

europa 15-NOV-11

[said:]: The Commission would like to underline that the discussions which were held on 4 October 2010 in Tripoli by the Members of the Commission responsible for Home Affairs and Enlargement and European Neighbourhood Policy took place in a context, and with interlocutors, which have profoundly changed. Although the tentative list of common actions identified in October 2010 (1) may still represent a basis for future cooperation between the EU and Libya in the areas of migration, asylum, visa policy and border mana

timesofmalta 10-NOV-11

[said:]: IOM is a key international organisation in the area of migration and is an important partner of the European Union. The EU and IOM work in close cooperation on a daily basis on projects which promote international cooperation in areas such as legal migration, irregular migration and migration and development. I wholly welcome the step taken today towards a strengthened partnership by facilitating day-to-day cooperation between our two organisations.

reliefWeb 08-NOV-11

[said:]: IOM is a key partner of the European Union. The EU and IOM work together on a daily basis on projects which promote international cooperation in areas such as legal migration, irregular migration and development. This new agreement will facilitate day-to-day cooperation between our two organisations, will remove bureaucratic hurdles, and make our work together much more efficient.

egovmonitor 08-NOV-11

[ said]: The Union must continue to modernise the management of its external borders and ensure that the Schengen area is better equipped to cope with future challenges,

europeanvoice 29-OCT-11

[ said]: >European Commission - Press release European Parliament supports stronger legislation against child sexual abuse Brussels, 27 October 2011 – The European Parliament today approved the European Commission's proposal for a Directive on combating sexual abuse, sexual exploitation of children and child pornography. The Commission made it clear one year ago that the EU will not tolerate children being used as objects to satisfy the sexual desire of criminals, or traded as commodities. I am extremely pleased t

europa 27-OCT-11

[ said]: The Commission made it clear one year ago that the EU will not tolerate children being used as objects to satisfy the sexual desire of criminals, or traded as commodities. I am extremely pleased that the European Parliament and the Council have lent their support to this proposal,

nieuwsbank 27-OCT-11

[ said]: This is an important milestone in the ambition to get all the asylum proposals of the Commission agreed by next year, as requested by the European Council in the Stockholm program. The agreement also sends a strong political signal on the occasion of the 60th anniversary of the UN Refugee Convention. The current events in our neighbourhood show that we must have safe, transparent and efficient procedures for those who turn to us and seek protection.

europa 27-OCT-11

[ said]: The Union must continue to modernise the management of its external borders and ensure that the Schengen area is better equipped to cope with future challenges

dg 25-OCT-11

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europa 27-SEP-11

[ said]: I think there is a general agreement about the importance of Schengen and the possibilities it gives for the citizens of the European Union and the Schengen member countries to travel freely, and we must really safeguard this fantastic achievement,

voanews 27-SEP-11

[ said]: >European Commission - Press release The Commission reports on the Republic of Moldova's and Ukraine's progress towards visa liberalisation Brussels, 23 September 2011 - The Commission presented today the first progress reports on the implementation by the Republic of Moldova and by Ukraine of their respective Action Plans on Visa Liberalisation. I know how much visa free travel means to the citizens of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine

europa 23-SEP-11

[ said]: I know how much visa free travel means to the citizens of the Republic of Moldova and Ukraine

nieuwsbank 23-SEP-11

[ said]: Easier access to visas will improve cooperation and exchanges between the EU and Armenia. Visa facilitation and readmission agreements are very tangible results of the Eastern Partnership and I know how much this means to the citizens of these countries,

panarmenian 20-SEP-11

[ said]: Easier access to visas will improve cooperation and exchanges between the EU and Armenia. Visa facilitation and readmission agreements are very tangible results of the Eastern partnership and I know how much this means to the citizens of these countries

armradio 20-SEP-11

[ said]: Easier access to visas will improve cooperation and exchanges between the EU and Azerbaijan Visa facilitation and readmission agreements are very tangible results of the Eastern partnership and I know how much this means to the citizens of these countries

europa 20-SEP-11

[ said]: >European Commission - Press release The Commission proposes to open negotiations on Visa Facilitation and Readmission Agreements with Armenia Brussels, 19 September 2011 – Today the Commission proposed to open negotiations on agreements to facilitate the procedures for issuing short-stay visas as well as on the readmission of irregular migrants between the European Union and Armenia. Easier access to visas will improve cooperation and exchanges between the EU and Armenia. Visa facilitation and readmissio

europa 20-SEP-11

[ said]: Easier access to visas will improve cooperation and exchanges between the EU and Azerbaijan . Visa facilitation and readmission agreements are very tangible results of the Eastern partnership and I know how much this means to the citizens of these countries

trendnews 20-SEP-11

[ said]: Visa facilitation and readmission agreements are very tangible results of the Eastern Partnership,

panarmenian 20-SEP-11

[-said]: Formally the commission has the right to refuse, but why would the commission do so if there was a real threat?

xinhuanet_en 17-SEP-11

[ said]: 'With these proposals we are safeguarding the future of Schengen. We need to ensure sound Schengen governance based on clear and transparent rules to make the system more efficient. Our proposals will introduce a European decision making system which will reinforce trust among Member States and will make the Schengen area better equipped to cope with future challenges and unforeseen events. By reinforcing its European dimension we are protecting one of the most cherished achievements of the EU: the free mov

focus 16-SEP-11

[-said]: If we want Schengen ready for the current and future challenges we need to shift from an intergovernmental approach to a European-based system, where decisions are taken jointly at an EU-level,

rferl 16-SEP-11

[-said]: One and a half years into my mandate, I have experienced that very few of my proposals do not lead to very heated debate because they are controversial issues, everything we deal with here,

rferl 16-SEP-11

[ said]: We need to ensure sound Schengen governance based on clear and transparent rules,

wsj 16-SEP-11

[-said]: The High Representative [for foreign policy, Catherine Ashton,] and the European Commission also believe it is important to prevent similar situations from arising in the future. The interests of those NGOs that have been forced by the regime to open individual bank accounts in EU member states for implementing EU-funded assistance must be adequately examined. We are therefore examining to what extent safeguards can be put in place in this effect,

rferl 15-SEP-11

[-added]: The Commission therefore welcomes the European Parliament's support for a stronger and more efficient Frontex,

xinhuanet_en 13-SEP-11

[ said]: >European Commission - Press release European Parliaments adopts Commission proposal for stronger EU border management agency Brussels, 13 September 2011 – The European Parliament today adopted the European Commission's proposal to strengthen the European Union's border management agency (Frontex). Frontex will have more equipment and personnel from Member States at its disposal, thus enabling it to better coordinate the border patrol operations of EU Member States. Travel flows are increasing and securit

dg 13-SEP-11

[ said]: the EU needs to commit to continuous improvements and be ready to adapt to new challenges and an ever changing reality, while fully respecting the rights of people fleeing war and persecution and looking to Europe for protection,

xinhuanet_en 13-SEP-11

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