EMM News Explorer: Cecilia Malmström

[ said]: The strategy has two overarching purposes. It provides a basis for greater cooperation between the different actors and, most importantly, shows the direction for future work,

neurope 16-MAY-13

[-said]: It is very important that the Asylum Service go into operation soon,

hri 15-MAY-13

[-told]: We need more European leaders to express their opposition to rising extremism. We must have the courage to stand up and protect our common European values. We must have all the courage to stand up for what we have agreed upon and protect our values that are now being challenged in many countries in Europe,

euractiv 08-MAY-13

[-said]: We see that organized crime groups are getting stronger,

upi 03-MAY-13

[-said]: Only a few countries have implemented the anti-trafficking legislation, and I urge those who have not yet done so to respect their obligations,

setimes 27-APR-13

[ said]: I welcome the outcome of today's vote in the LIBE committee on the last two outstanding pieces in the asylum package: the Asylum Procedures Directive and EURODAC Regulation. The EU needs a common asylum system that guarantees protection and solidarity to the most vulnerable ones. We have been working for years to build up an area with high standards ensuring that asylum seekers are treated equally in an open and fair system, wherever they apply for protection. I am very pleased that we are now only a step a

dg 24-APR-13

[ said]: The signature of a readmission agreement is a concrete step forward in EU-Armenia relations,

a1plus 19-APR-13

[ said]: The signature of a readmission agreement is a concrete step forward in EU-Armenia relations.

dg 19-APR-13

[ said]: This training centre will make emergency personnel much better equipped to prevent and tackle nuclear incidents. Rare as they are, such incidents may have terrible consequences. EUSECTRA will not only help to protect European citizens but will also serve as a point of reference for other organizations in this field

dg 18-APR-13

[said:]: The fight against terrorism is one of the key challenges to our internal security. Terrorism does not recognise borders and maintaining public security is a complex challenge which requires the coordination of our efforts. I believe that the cooperation between police authorities in Europe is more necessary now than ever and I welcome the exercise of the ATLAS network.

europa 17-APR-13

[said:]: Today, unfortunately, we know that the human trafficking situation has deteriorated in Europe.

austriantimes 17-APR-13

[ said]: What we know is probably only the tip of the iceberg,

euractiv 16-APR-13

[ said]: It is difficult to imagine that in our free and democratic EU countries tens of thousands of human beings can be deprived of their liberty and exploited, traded as commodities for profit. But this is the sad truth and trafficking in human beings is all around us, closer than we think. I am very disappointed to see that, despite these alarming trends, only a few countries have implemented the anti-trafficking legislation and I urge those who have not yet done so to respect their obligations

focus 15-APR-13

[ said]: As we speak, men, women, and children are being sold for sex, hard labour in agriculture, construction, or the textile industry. They are forced into marriages, domestic servitude, begging or have their organs removed for trade,

euobserver 15-APR-13

[-said]: It is high time for member states to stop dragging their feet,

dailystar 15-APR-13

[ said]: >European Commission. Press release. Brussels, 10 April 2013. Internal security: What progress has been made? Organised crime is still a major challenge for the internal security of the EU. Cybercrime, along with trafficking in human beings and the increase in violent extremism are also major security threats that the EU continues to face, together with money laundering and corruption. These threats are outlined in the Commission's annual report on the implementation of the EU's Internal Security Strategy,

dg 10-APR-13

[ said]: One of the major threats to our internal security is organised crime and its detrimental effects on the European economy and the security of the European citizens. To go after the money, to disrupt organised criminal networks and reclaim the proceeds of crime, continues to be a key aim of the EU’s strategy

focus 10-APR-13

[-said]: Europol to adapt its IT architecture to future challenges and the needs of the law enforcement authorities in the EU.

euobserver 28-MAR-13

[ said]: The EU needs an effective and cost-efficient agency to help Member States fight serious cross-border crime and terrorism, ensuring the safety and security of citizens and protecting the licit economy. Our proposals aim to enhance Europol's role as a European law enforcement agency, to reinforce personal data protection and increase Europol's accountability to the European Parliament and national parliaments and to ensure the quality and coherence of the training offered to frontline officers

europa 27-MAR-13

[ said]: In public procurement, studies suggest that up to 20 to 25 percent of the public contracts’ value may be lost to corruption,

armenpress 06-MAR-13

[ said]: Female genital mutilation is a severe violation of human rights. The risk of being subjected to this practice should constitute a valid reason for granting asylum or humanitarian protection. In our asylum legislation, we are paying particular attention to women and girls who are seeking asylum due to the threat of physical mutilation. Women and girls who are at risk of female genital mutilation, or parents who fear persecution because they refuse to have their child undergo this practice should be given sui

dg 06-MAR-13

[ said]: The use of new technologies will enable smoother and speedier border crossing for third country citizens who want to come to the EU. Our aim is to facilitate the access of foreign travellers to the EU. This will not only be in the interest of the travellers but also the European economy. It has been estimated that in 2011 alone foreign travellers made a €271 billion contribution to our economy. Modernising our systems will also lead to a higher level of security by preventing irregular border crossings an

focus 28-FEB-13

[-said]: We encourage Georgia to pursue reforms and efforts in all the areas that are relevant to the visa liberalization dialogue.

messenger 26-FEB-13

[-said]: Georgia achieved great success, including the improvement of the legislative base in 2012. It is important to continue the reforms. We must fight against organized delinquency, corruption, and crime. President and prime minister have to contribute to the adoption of pragmatic solutions. This is very important for Georgia's international reputation,

azernews 26-FEB-13

[-told]: I’m happy to be here and learn more about where Georgia is on these reforms. Some reforms are already well advanced and some will need to be further developed.

messenger 26-FEB-13

[ declared]: I want to congratulate the Georgian authorities for their efforts made so far in pursuing the necessary reforms and making the start of the visa dialogue and the delivery of this Action Plan possible. This is yet another step towards visa-free travel for Georgian citizens and the shared goal of closer integration between the EU and Georgia

dg 25-FEB-13

[-said]: The peaceful change of power that took place in October will not affect relations between the EU and Georgia which at this stage are good. Cohabitation is not such an easy process. It may seem difficult even for the EU member states, but it is part of the democratic process which is necessary to be managed given the constructive approach of all parties,

trendnews 25-FEB-13

[said:]: Trafficking in human beings cannot be tolerated in any form, be it in Europe or anywhere else in the world. We need to work with partner countries and organisations to provide a strong and unequivocal response to this fundamental violation of human rights.

europa 18-FEB-13

[said:]: Dirty money has no place in our economy, whether it comes from drug deals, the illegal guns trade or trafficking in human beings. We must make sure that organised crime cannot launder its funds through the banking system or the gambling sector. To protect the legal economy, especially in times of crisis, there must be no legal loopholes for organised crime or terrorists to slip through. Our banks should never function as

baltic 08-FEB-13

[said:]: dirty money has no place in our economy, whether it comes from drug deals, the illegal guns trade or trafficking in human beings.

eubusiness 06-FEB-13

cyprus 06-FEB-13

[-said]: The growing populist, nationalist and xenophobic movements across Europe are a concern to all of us,

setimes 04-FEB-13

[-said]: We need to keep pace with these new developments and adapt our policies and responses to this reality,

dailystar 01-FEB-13

[-said]: More EU leaders must stand up against xenophobia and related intolerance,

upi 15-JAN-13

[-said]: In combating cyber crimes, with its borderless nature and huge ability for the criminals to hide, we need a flexible and adequate response,

xinhuanet_en 09-JAN-13

[ said]: When these images are circulated online, they can live on forever. Our responsibility is to protect children wherever they live and to bring criminals to justice wherever they operate. The only way to achieve this is to team up for more intensive and better coordinated action worldwide

news_com_au 05-DEC-12

[-said]: Behind each of these images there is an abused child, an exploited and helpless victim,

AP 05-DEC-12

[ said]: has proved efficient when a third country whose citizens are exempt from the EU visa requirement maintains its own requirement for citizens of EU Member States. The number of these non-reciprocity cases has been reduced significantly since the introduction of the mechanism in 2005, when nearly one hundred cases with 18 countries were reported. It is clear, however, that the existing mechanism needs revising to make it quicker and more efficient in order to achieve full visa reciprocity with all third count

dg 27-NOV-12

[ said]: We must make sure that the principle of visa reciprocity is fully respected

focus 26-NOV-12

[said:]: Today, it is simply too easy to become a bomb maker in Europe. We know that home-made explosives are frequently used by terrorists and organised crime. , since dangerous chemicals are freely available for purchase. We must do more to detect lone-wolves who mastermind terror from their homes, using these common agricultural and household substances. We must restrict access to high concentrations of dangerous chemicals, both for over-the-counter purchases and via online stores. This new EU legislation will en

dg 20-NOV-12

[said:]: Today, it is simply too easy to become a bomb maker in Europe. We know that home-made explosives are frequently used by terrorists and organised crime, since dangerous chemicals are freely available for purchase. We must do more to detect lone-wolves who mastermind terror from their homes, using these common agricultural and household substances. We must restrict access to high concentrations of dangerous chemicals, both for over-the-counter purchases and via online stores. This new EU legislation will ensu

europa 20-NOV-12

[-told]: I wish there was such a political climate, but we have brought up the issue on several occasions and 25 countries are completely opposed to it,

sverigesradio 20-NOV-12

[ said]: Travelling without a visa is not just a symbolic gesture it will have a direct impact on citizens of these countries and on EU citizens, in the form of more people-to-people contacts and business opportunities

zizonline 16-NOV-12

[ said]: Travelling without a visa is not just a symbolic gesture – it will have a direct impact on citizens of these countries and on EU citizens, in the form of more people-to-people contacts and business opportunities

europa 07-NOV-12

[ said]: Given the current economic downturn, we should strive to increase tourist flows to Europe while continuing to ensure the security of our borders,

xinhuanet_en 07-NOV-12

[-told]: Western Balkan countries need to prove that with this freedom they bear responsibility,

eubusiness 05-NOV-12

[ said]: >EU Anti-Trafficking Day on 18 October, the EU Commissioner for Home Affairs, Cecilia Malmström, will participate and deliver a speech in a conference aiming to shape future actions and ensure that all actors will work together towards the eradication of trafficking in human beings, a press release of the European Commission (EC) informs. The Cyprus Minister of Interior, Eleni Mavrou, and the EU Anti-trafficking Coordinator, Myria Vassiliadou, will also take part in the event, organised by the European Com

focus 17-OCT-12

[ said]: >European Commission Press release Brussels, 17 October 2012 EU Anti-Trafficking Day: working together to eradicate trafficking in human beings On the occasion of the Sixth EU Anti-Trafficking Day on 18 October, the EU Commissioner for Home Affairs, Cecilia Malmström, will participate and deliver a speech in a conference aiming to shape future actions and ensure that all actors will work together towards the eradication of trafficking in human beings. The Cyprus Minister of Interior, Eleni Mavrou, and the

europa 17-OCT-12

[-told]: It is ironic that the Norwegians remind us about how valuable the cooperation has been,

thelocal 15-OCT-12

[-told]: We understand the difficulties that Greece is facing, including the increased daily inflows of immigrants,

kathimerini 10-OCT-12

[ said]: There is still funding that has not been absorbed by certain ministries,

kathimerini 10-OCT-12

[-said]: We came to see from up close how we can help Greek authorities in their efforts to restrict illegal immigration and to improve the reception conditions of these people while their fate is being decided,

kathimerini 09-OCT-12

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b92net_en 03-OCT-12

[-said]: Robust safeguards have been introduced to guarantee [in] full the respect of fundamental rights and of privacy and in order to ensure that the right to asylum is not in any way adversely affected,

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

rt 27-JUL-12

[ said]: While ever more people are making the most out of the Internet and benefit from the digital economy, it is not surprising that security of personal information and online payments top the list of our concerns

irishsun 09-JUL-12

[ said]: >European Commission Press release Brussels, 9 July 2012 Cybercrime: EU citizens concerned by security of personal information and online payments A new Eurobarometer survey shows that Internet users are very concerned about cyber security: 89% avoid disclosing personal information online, and 74% agree that the risk of becoming a victim of cybercrime has increased in the past year. 12% of internet users across the EU have already experienced online fraud, and 8% have fallen victim to identity theft. Noneth

europa 09-JUL-12

[-said]: Cybercriminals must not be allowed to disrupt our use of the Internet. The more we know about the risks and how to protect ourselves, the more we can truly maximise our digital lives

focus 09-JUL-12

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