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| Eryk | Apr 9 2014, 04:44 PM Post #1 |
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Stały przedstawiciel RP przy Unii Europejskiej l Permanent Representative of the Republic of Poland to the European Union As it stands it is crucial to immediately decide the representative of the European Union to the ongoing conference on the Ukrainian crisis in Japan. Poland requests that a semi-independent Polish delegation, headed by Minister of Foreign Affairs Radislaw Sikorski, is approved to participate within the conference as a part of a broader delegation of the European Union, headed by Ms. Catherine Ashton. |
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| Jos1311 | Apr 10 2014, 02:01 AM Post #2 |
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![]() Représentant Permanent de la France auprès de l'Union européenne | Permanent Representative of France to the European Union Fellow Representatives, While I understand the concerns expressed by Mr. Prawda, I would like to state that I do not believe semi-independent delegations should be included. Ms. Catherine Ashton will be representing the different interests of the various European member states. I see no reason why she cannot represent the Polish interests, or why Poland should be granted a separate delegation. We have not heard calls for separate British, German or French delegations either, and I believe that it would be an error to approve such request, as it would significantly undermine the image of a unified Europe on the matter. OOC
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| Eryk | Apr 10 2014, 03:24 PM Post #3 |
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Stały przedstawiciel RP przy Unii Europejskiej l Permanent Representative of the Republic of Poland to the European Union We strongly disapprove that Paris, on its own, organized and declared a conference with the Russian Federation. Such negotiations should have first been approved by the European Union, where we would have voiced our clear opposition to such an arrangement. We believe a new mechanism for future situations must be created, as the handling of the Ukrainian issue is considered unacceptable to us. Given the context, it would be somewhat baffling for France, Germany, or Britain to request an independent delegation. Poland has various reasons for requesting one: our proximity to Ukraine, our economic interests within the country, our interests in partnership and Ukraine's future membership in the European Union, our foreign relations considerations in Eastern Europe and the affects of the Crimean Crisis, and lastly, our own security concerns which cannot be addressed by the European Union. Edited by Eryk, Apr 10 2014, 03:27 PM.
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| Jos1311 | Apr 11 2014, 01:29 AM Post #4 |
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![]() Représentant Permanent de la France auprès de l'Union européenne | Permanent Representative of France to the European Union Mr. Prawda, Perhaps you have failed to notice, but the European efforts to start negotiations were initiated by Germany. France however managed to secure a solution that would see Russia attend talks with the European Union. Are you now criticizing the French effort to seek a diplomatic solution to the crisis at hand, because I would find that very illogical and non-constructive. Poland has had numerous possibilities to voice their opposition, as Germany, and France at a later stage, called for dialogue with Russia in the European chambers, as well as in several international settings. That being said I must also state that intiatlly Poland did not object to discussions with Moscow, however that this initial stance has now suddenly changed, is something that surprises me. I also must state my surprise with your effort to downplay the interests that several other European nations have, might I point out that in sheer numbers the economic interests of for instance Germany and the United Kingdom dwarf those of Poland, however these two members states have not called for independent delegations. It somewhat appears that Poland has little confidence in the representation by Ms. Catherine Ashton, and also questions the ability of a unified European representation. Which, if is indeed the case, would be regrettable. The terms of the talks are however that the EU will send a EU representation and we do not believe it wise, nor desirable, to add a separate Polish delegation to this. As Moscow has already rejected such a decision, while at the same time it would harm the public image of a unified Europe on the issue. We therefore ask the Polish government to inform Ms. Catherine Ashton and her staff on the Polish position and let her bring forward the Polish matters. OOC
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| Eryk | Apr 11 2014, 02:29 PM Post #5 |
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OOC: Edit: Apparently Amorn has taken the role. Very well. Edited by Eryk, Apr 11 2014, 02:31 PM.
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| Jos1311 | Apr 12 2014, 01:30 AM Post #6 |
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You have my permission to post as Ashton as well. However communicate that with Amorn as well. |
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| Jos1311 | Aug 4 2014, 09:23 AM Post #7 |
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![]() Représentant Permanent de la France auprès de l'Union européenne | Permanent Representative of France to the European Union Representatives, as it appears talks between Russia and Ukraine on the crisis in eastern Ukraine are nearing, and it is essential that a EU delegation will be dispatched to attend these talks. I therefore would like to inquire who we will appoint to lead this undertaking, and who will thus be the main negotiator on behalf of the EU at these talks. For France it is essential that the progress at these talks will be forwarded to the EU chambers, and that the head of the mission will act on behalf of the entire EU. Paris firmly believes that the most essential matters at these talks are the territorial integrity of Ukraine, and the fact that an acceptable roadmap to peace is agreed upon. Fundamental will be the acceptance of the Ukraine of such a roadmap, and the fact no territory will be lost for Ukraine. However we are concerned over the fact that again 50,000+ Russian forces are located on the border with Urkaine, these troops again threathen the stability of the region, and a solution will thus needs to be found. Paris does not believe a military response will need to be provided, but that a solution could be found in granting an autonomous status to both the regions of Luhansk and Donetsk. In return we can perhaps persuade Russia to lift the sanctions we have placed upon them, but of course we should seek strict conditions and not play all our cards from the start of the talks. I emphasize that such a solution would mean that all parties in the conflict save their face and could thus seek an acceptable end to the conflict. NOTE
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| iceviking | Aug 4 2014, 09:34 PM Post #8 |
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Germany is willing to be the EU representative on this matter. We hosted the last the conference, and are willing to build on this. Unless anyone else would like to take the mantle. |
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| Jos1311 | Aug 5 2014, 12:54 AM Post #9 |
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![]() Représentant Permanent de la France auprès de l'Union européenne | Permanent Representative of France to the European Union Representatives, I must state that during the last discussions the representation of the EU was far beneath the desired level of quality. Not only was Europe not once informed on the progress at the talks, I found the manner in which we had been represented extremely disappointing. While France will not immediately disapprove Germany leading the mission, I would like French members to be included in the delegation as well. I again stress that it is extremely important that we solve this dispute and that we bring down the tensions. It is the desire of France to also restore the relations of Europe with Russia to a level that will be considered positive on both sides. Hence the desire to seek a final resolution on the issue, as I have already proposed. I would therefore also like to hear what the other members states believe of this proposal. Please keep in mind that while we might have evaded enormous economic damage during the process until now, the chances are that further escalation of the conflict will definitely hit the European Union hard as well. Note
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| iceviking | Aug 5 2014, 05:15 AM Post #10 |
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We believe a joint delegation would be in order. Also to keep the members informed and ask for their opinions. Maybe a joint French-Dutch delegation ?
Edited by iceviking, Aug 6 2014, 12:57 AM.
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