European Parliament
Elena Băsescu  (PPE ),
in writing.
(RO)
The EU has sound instruments and policies to boost economic growth and create jobs. However, they need to be used effectively. • At the same time, viable solutions must be found for the youth and SMEs. It is necessary to supplement the Structural Funds and increase the number of jobs. • National employment plans should include measures to divert the tax burden imposed on incomes from salaries. • I welcome the adoption by the Commission of the report on the alert mechanism. • This mechanism aims to identify Member States faced with potentially problematic levels of macro-economic imbalances. • 12 Member States have been identified on the basis of economic and financial indicators. • At the Council meeting in March, it is important to discuss the participation of the EU in the G8, G20 and Rio+20 summits. • Europe must have a strong and coherent common position as regards sustainable development.

