European Parliament
Maria do Céu Patrão Neves  (PPE ),
in writing.
(PT)
The rapporteur’s draft recommendation at second reading largely reiterates Parliament’s position at first reading, with the exception of minor amendments made by the Council to the Commission proposal. Given that interinstitutional discussion on key issues will continue, the rapporteur proposes that, in the ongoing negotiations with the Council, Parliament’s delegation advocates Parliament’s position at first reading, which was adopted by a large majority. I voted for this report as I agree with this position.

