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Marta’s 12 points for Europe
Marta Barandiy envisions a European Union where efficiency, transparency, and strength are not just ideals but everyday realities. Her election program is crafted around core principles aimed at safeguarding and advancing the continent’s future.
1. Stronger Defense and Security in Europe
Marta supports strengthening the EU's defense capabilities to ensure peace and security, emphasizing preparation and strategic foresight rather than just reactive measures.
2. Pragmatic Immigration Policy
While supporting immigration, Marta insists it be aligned with European values, focusing on integration and mutual respect to ensure social cohesion.
3. Economic Empowerment through Support for Entrepreneurs
Marta advocates for extending similar rights to entrepreneurs as those enjoyed by employees, aiming to create a more equitable environment for business founders.
4. Taxation and Subsidy Reform
Marta supports minimizing taxes and replacing reliance on subsidies with a flexible tax system, proposing tax reforms that stimulate economic growth without burdening taxpayers.
5. Thoughtful Green Transition
Marta promotes a carefully planned green transition that collaborates with other countries, protecting European and Flanders businesses from adverse impacts.
6. Streamlining EU Institutions
She stands for the minimization of EU structures, advocating for leaner, more efficient governmental bodies that focus only on essential functions to make them more effective and less costly.
7. Reduction of Bureaucracy
Marta believes in minimizing and digitalizing EU bureaucratic procedures and document flows, advocating for a system and technological platforms that better serve the needs of European citizens.
8. Direct and Participative Democracy
Marta is committed to enhancing direct and participative democracy within the EU by expanding the use of citizen assemblies, referendums, consultative research, and online platforms that allow EU citizens to participate actively in the legislative process.
9. Environmental Policies and Climate Action
Committed to environmental sustainability, Marta backs policies that combat climate change and promote renewable energy, ensuring these initiatives do not harm the local economy.
10. Promotion of Human Rights and the Rule of Law
Committed to safeguarding human rights and the rule of law, Marta sees these as fundamental to maintaining democracy and justice in the EU.
11. Enhanced Civil Society Engagement
Recognizing the importance of civic engagement, Marta wants to empower civil society by involving it more directly in the democratic process, making the EU more responsive and transparent.
12. Cross-border Business Exchange Programs
Marta supports initiatives that enhance understanding and cooperation between businesses and organizations of Eastern and Western Europe, reflecting her dual background and experience.
Marta Barandiy’s program is a call to action for all Europeans who cherish democracy, human rights, and the security of our continent. Join her campaign to build a Europe that stands resilient in the face of challenges, true to its values, and ready to embrace the future with confidence and unity.