European Parliament
Rachida Dati  (PPE )
in writing.
(FR)
Counterfeit and pirated goods continue to pass through our external borders too often and pose a threat to European businesses and growth. Customs authorities must be given the means to tackle such fraud effectively. This text, for which I voted, does that. I particularly welcome the fact that the strengthened protection which the report offers for European businesses does not jeopardise the health of citizens in third countries. Parliament has ensured that generic medicines in transit through the European Union en route to third countries will not be subject to unjustified hold ups. I support these measures, as they are both necessary and fair.

