13
Sep
2023
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Reviewing the protection status of wolves and other large carnivores in the EU (topical debate)
Madam President, Commissioner, ladies and gentlemen, today it seems to me that Europe is beginning a clear path of contradictions. In recent years, with the law of nature restoration and the European biodiversity strategy, we have embarked on a path towards respect for the ecosystem. On the other hand, however, today it is proposed to review the protection status of wolves and this without there being a real EU emergency. During my previous experience as a public official I have learned that decisions are always made if there is an actual emergency and that they must be adequate, appropriate and proportionate to the danger. Frankly, I don't see these conditions today. Why do we want to downgrade the wolf to its current system and level of protection? Who benefits from this decision? Certainly not to the community and not even to our farmers, who probably want to be supported in investments to acquire tools of deterrence and as small farmers.