EP’s Metsola: No man, woman or child should die in our waters

The president of the EP, Metsola, who is in Rome for official contacts, attended the forum of the Italian agency ANSA and answered the questions on the agenda.

Pointing to the boat accidents that took place off the coast of Greece on June 14 and Italy on February 26, in which many irregular migrants died, Metsola said: “We have seen the tragedy on the Greek coast, the tragedy of Four, and they will not be the last No man, woman or child should die in our waters. The most vulnerable are women and children, let’s not forget that we are talking about human life”. saying.

“FINALLY WE REMOVED THE BLOCKADE”

Referring to the agreement reached by the EU Justice and Interior Ministers at the beginning of June, which aims to restore the principles of solidarity and shared responsibility among member states on irregular migration in the European Union (EU), “We have finally lifted the blockade on a deal that has been on hold for years.” he said.

Regarding the corruption scandal in the EP, which was revealed to the public with the calls made by Belgian law enforcement officers on December 9, 2022, Metsola said: “The investigations continue and I cannot pass judgment on anyone. But we have taken urgent measures for greater control and transparency. We have an AP that prides itself on being open, but we must be responsible. At least no one will be able to say we didn’t do anything.” he used his statements.

KNOWING MELONI

For his part, Metsola, who yesterday began his contacts in Rome, met with the Italian Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni.

In the written statement made by the Prime Minister, it was indicated that Meloni and Metsola discussed the issues on the EU agenda, such as irregular migration, Ukraine, the economy and next week’s EU Leaders Summit. (AA)