歐洲議會通過決議案反對中國武力犯台

歐洲聯盟最高民意機關─歐洲議會，在台北時間十一日晚上逐條表決通過「歐盟對中國策略」報告決議案，明確指出歐洲議會不能接受中國保留對台動武的權利，更主張台海兩岸問題必須在尊重且顧及台灣兩千三百萬人民意願與同意的前提下和平解決。
決議文中分別就貿易、中國人權及台海情勢表達嚴正立場，為有助於恢復北京與台北對話，並邀請台灣參與「亞歐會議」（ASEM） ，同時促請歐盟不得延遲於今年底來台設置辦事處的承諾。
決議文也提及，台灣自去年十一月起，已放寬對中國直接投資的限制，並計劃在2002年起進一步採取自由化步驟，包括展開直接通商，但北京當局對此善意卻沒有回應，因此歐洲議會也促請中國對此給予正面回應。
歐洲議會並對二○○一年十一月歐盟會員國未能發給陳水扁總統訪歐簽證一事表示遺憾；同時促請歐盟部長理事會及歐盟會員國尊重其「對自由旅行基本人權的承諾」，核發台灣總統及高層官員訪歐簽證。
這是歐洲議會首度以決議文方式對台灣表達友好主張，當天晚上，我國外交部即針對此項友好主張表示肯定與歡迎。
歐盟為了強化與中國及亞洲的關係，歐盟執委會去年擬定一份「歐盟對中國策略」報告書，並送至歐洲議會討論；歐洲議會依照排定的議程，原本要在台北時間十日晚上表決通過，但因大會討論中東問題而遭延宕，隔天也就是台北時間十一日晚上七時左右經大會表決，通過報告書及決議。

Daily Notebook : 11-04-2002

China - Call for greater social and political rights Vasco GRACA MOURA (EPP-ED, P) Report on the Commission communication on an EU Strategy towards 
China: Implementation of the 1998 Communication and Future Steps for a more Effective EU Policy (COM(2001) 265 - C5-0098/2001 - 2001/2045(COS))
Doc.: A5-0076/2002
Procedure : Consultation paper
Debate : 10.04.2002
Vote : 10.04.02 
MEPs approved a resolution supporting increased cooperation between the EU and China, based on close political and cultural dialogue, and taking account of both economic interests and human rights. It focuses on three main issues: trade, Taiwan and human rights, especially in Tibet. While welcoming Beijing's support for the 
international fight against terrorism, Parliament emphasises that this cannot justify abuses of human rights and the rule of law.
On trade, the resolution congratulates China on its recent accession to the WTO and expresses support for its current economic and social reforms. However, MEPs believe further progress is needed on the rule of law and to separate business from government. They also argue that economic progress requires political and social 
progress, including independent trade unions and a more even geographical spread of economic development. Lastly, China is urged not to neglect environmental and sustainable development issues.
On Taiwan, the resolution highlights the EU's support for the one-China policy, while stressing Parliament's commitment to a peaceful resolution of the dispute through dialogue and mutual confidence-building between Beijing and Taipei. MEPs recognize the democratic process under way in Taiwan, notably the elections held there in December 2001, and urge the two parties to engage in talks as soon as possible. They believe that participation by Taiwan in ASEM could represent a step forward. They also ask the Commission to open without delay an EU information office in Taipei.
While acknowledging the progress made on human rights, Parliament expresses concern at the overall human rights situation and urges China to implement without delay the UN Conventions that it has ratified. It also calls for the abolition of the death penalty and speedier reform of the justice system. Moreover, the Commission 
and Member States are asked to ensure that the EU imports no products from forced labour camps. MEPs believe that the 2008 Olympic Games provide an opportunity for China to move forward on human rights.
On the Tibet question, the resolution voices concern about imprisoned monks and stresses that the rights of religious and ethnic minorities should be fully respected. In conclusion, it reiterates Parliament's demand for Tibet to be granted autonomy within the Republic of China and calls on the Chinese Government to resume 
direct negotiations with the Dalai Lama.
With regard to Hong Kong, the House expressed concern about report that the Chinese government appears be intent on forcing 11,000 children of Hong Kong residence to be removed to the mainland and there is a call on the Chinese government to facilitate the family reunion of children born on the mainland with Hong Kong resident parents.

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