European Parliament
Hélène Goudin and Nils Lundgren (IND/DEM ),
in writing.
(SV)
The global fight against diseases and poverty is a very important issue demanding large-scale international commitment. We are, however, of the view that the issue should not be handled within the framework of EU cooperation. We believe that the fight against ill health should be conducted by individual EU Member States and within the framework of the World Health Organisation (WHO).
The June List seeks limited EU cooperation within this area and would prefer to see aid policy renationalised. We are also opposed to the EU having influence on, and extending its powers in relation to, issues already dealt with by other international organisations. We are therefore voting against this resolution.

