What Gabriela spoke about.

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EN Written Statement

Cohesion policy (joint debate)

Role of cohesion policy investment in resolving the current housing crisis I supported this report because it brings concrete solutions, not abstract debates. With European cohesion funds, we can build homes for young people and families who today spend over 40% of their income only on rent or mortgages. In the last few years, housing prices have gone up by almost 50% across Europe. For many young…

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RO Written Statement

Addressing EU demographic challenges: towards the implementation of the 2023 Demography Toolbox (debate)

Demographic change in the European Union is one of the biggest challenges for all Member States, including Romania, threatening the economic and social balance and competitiveness at European level. To combat demographic decline, the European Union and the Member States must work together to implement sustainable policies that support families, create opportunities for young people and promote the…

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Jun

2026

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Joint Declaration on ‘Culture for Europe - Europe for Culture’ (debate)

11

Mar

2026

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Building Europe's clean, independent and secure energy following the 2026 North Sea Summit (debate)

Madam President, Commissioner, dear colleagues, success in the North Sea is commendable, but Europe's independence cannot ignore the social reality of the East. In my country, Romania, over 70% of citizens started this year with a deep fear about the cost of living and the volatility of energy prices. The Romanian government had to adopt a new emergency ordinance to maintain the gas…

11

Feb

2026

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International Day of Education, fighting inequalities in access to education (debate)

10

Feb

2026

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Presentation of the action plan against cyberbullying (debate)

16

Dec

2025

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European Citizens’ Initiative ‘My voice, my choice: for safe and accessible abortion’ (debate)

12

Nov

2025

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Gender Equality Strategy 2025 (debate)

Madam President, Commissioner, dear colleagues, as we debate this strategy, Europe is facing a drama: Women die in their homes and homes. My country, Romania, was recently shocked – a young woman stabbed in the street by her ex-husband in front of her three-year-old child. On behalf of the aggressor there was already a protection order and multiple complaints. There are 51 women dead this year alo…

11

Mar

2025

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Roadmap for Women`s Rights (debate)

Madam President, thank you for the opportunity to talk about such an important topic. Madam President, dear colleagues, I remember, Commissioner, when I was Minister for the Family in Romania and you Minister for European Funds, how many beautiful things we have achieved together for women in Romania, and I am absolutely convinced that you will put this experience that you have at the service of a…

10

Feb

2025

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One-minute speeches on matters of political importance

Mr President, dear colleagues, there is a political earthquake in Romania. The President of Romania has resigned and we have more than three months since the public agenda is occupied only by uncertainty. But we must not forget the real earthquake, the land movement that can hit us anytime. I don't want to cause panic, but it's a warning from specialists: 7 out of 10 Romanians live in areas with s…

20

Jan

2025

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One-minute speeches on matters of political importance

Madam President, in Romania, 70% of young people consider that stress at work exceeds their mental health. They work but can't buy a house. They want a family, but they don't have secure jobs and careers. Faced with these challenges, many ask 'what future do we have'? What do we tell them? They have to work harder or, worse, they have to leave their countries in search of a better life. As the for…

13

Nov

2024

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One-minute speeches on matters of political importance

Mr President, the future of Europe is at risk. The population of the European Union is getting older. We are in demographic decline despite the population growth over the past two years. The average age of the population is over 44. We need urgent action to increase the birth rate and the European Union must do everything possible to support Europeans to become parents and support their families. …

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Oct

2024

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One-minute speeches (Rule 179)

Mr President, last Friday, just passed, marked the European Day against Trafficking in Human Beings, a day that reminds us how fragile safety is for many women and children in Europe. Unfortunately, trafficking in human beings, which is closely linked to domestic violence, continues to be a serious problem. We see at the European Union level that important steps are being taken. A revised Anti-Tra…