9-Point Action Plan<\/a>\u2014bold, actionable, and ready to be implemented now. We don\u2019t just lament\u2014we offer solutions. Here\u2019s what we\u2019re pushing for:<\/p>\nFIXING THE EU INSTITUTIONS<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n1. End the paralysis<\/strong>. The EU\u2019s constant veto system is holding us hostage (yes, Orb\u00e1n, we\u2019re looking at you). It\u2019s time to trigger Article 7 and strip Hungary of its voting rights until it stops trampling on democracy. Sounds drastic? It\u2019s the only way forward.
\n2. A real EU Foreign Minister.<\/strong> Instead of a messy choir of 27 voices singing out of tune, Europe needs one strong voice in global affairs. Kaja Kallas\u2014already the EU\u2019s High Representative\u2014is the right person for the job.
\n3. Time for treaty change.<\/strong> Europe must adapt to a changing world. We need a joint European defence strategy, and we must prepare for enlargement\u2014because the current system is already broken, and it\u2019s not ready for new members.<\/p>\nSTRENGTHENING EUROPE’S DEFENCE<\/strong><\/span>
\nNo one wants war. But let\u2019s be realistic: in a world full of bullies, Europe must stand its ground. With NATO in crisis, the EU has to step up. That means:<\/p>\n4. Serious investment<\/strong>. We propose issuing EU debt to fund military resources, creating a European DARPA (like the US agency that helped invent the internet), and strengthening regional defence industries.
\n5. Ukraine must win.<\/strong> We have \u20ac200 billion in frozen Russian assets sitting in a Brussels account. Let\u2019s use it to support Kyiv. Belgium could take this step today\u2014what are we waiting for?
\n6. An EU Army\u2014now<\/strong>. This was the original plan when European unity was first envisioned. It didn\u2019t happen because the US proposed NATO instead. But now, with NATO\u2019s future in doubt, Europe must take control of its own security. We need an independent Command and Control Centre and a legal framework for a joint EU force.<\/p>\nWHEATHERPROOFING THE ECONOMY<\/strong><\/span>
\nOther players aren\u2019t playing by the rules. Instead of sulking or crying for retaliation, let\u2019s take action to secure our wealth and freedom.<\/p>\n7. Get rid of bureaucracy.<\/strong> Regulation is good, but there is too much red tape. We need radical harmonisation\u2014cut barriers, fast-track procedures, and let companies scale.
\n8. Forge strong alliances.<\/strong> Europe still has friends\u2014let\u2019s work with them. Canada, Japan, Norway, and even the UK are like-minded democracies that share our values. Together, we can form a Coalition of the Willing for trade, technology, and defence cooperation.
\n9. Keep up in the tech race.<\/strong> We cannot afford to fall behind in AI. Europe must invest in its own AI infrastructure and set clear, enforceable rules for social media. This is how we take control of our digital future.<\/p>\nACT NOW AND ACT FAST!<\/strong><\/span>
\nIf this sounds familiar, it\u2019s because Volt has been pushing for these ideas from day one. But now is not the time for \u201ctold you so\u201d\u2014it\u2019s time for bold, constructive action.<\/p>\nOur plan is making waves. It\u2019s being discussed in the media\u2014not just in Brussels, but all the way to Ukraine. Suddenly, colleagues in Parliament are coming to us, eager to talk about how to move forward.<\/p>\n
Because we are the party with a plan\u2014if Europe is bold enough to act.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s hope our leaders get the message. If not, Europe risks becoming irrelevant.<\/p>\n
Yours,
\nDamian<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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