A boycott of Danish goods is by definition a boycott of European goods. A boycott hurts the economic interests of all parties. |
A boycott of Danish goods is by definition a boycott of European goods. We do not consider a boycott of any kind a good means to react. |
At this point in time, the commission urges the parties to the dispute to get back to the table of negotiation. The best possible solution would, of course, be for the parties to the dispute to solve the conflict between themselves. |
Enlargement beyond 27 members is certainly a difficult thing to contemplate in the current situation of the treaties. |
I think we are all aware that there are concerns in Poland with this project, and the commission's proposals for a more coordinated approach on energy within the EU is also a response to these concerns. |
If the operation is notified to the Commission, it will be examined in its competition and open market details. |
It is most urgent to come to a deal in December. It is clear that it is not those most in need which have to bring forward the biggest sacrifices. |
It is not up to us to recommend anything to the press. |
Jonathan's voice is under some kind of strain from a cold -- some kind of virus. No pun intended. |
The best solution would be when the parties themselves can find a solution to the conflict. |
The commission calls on Israelis and Palestinians to show restraint to avoid measures which would weaken confidence at this critical time. |
The commission has noted the decree with concern. |
The Commission took note with concern the decree. We'd hoped there would be a process of discussion and consultation before it adopted such measures. |
The European Commission can't say anything about the details of the whole operation before it has been notified of it. If the Commission is notified, it will examine most painstakingly ... whether it complies with the rules of the internal market, whether rules are scrupulously observed. |
The president said this proposal is unacceptable and he'll work to improve it. The final solution has to be acceptable not only to the member states but also to the European Parliament. |