COMMITTEES

Climate change is a prominent issue, with activists urging the European Union to adopt significant
measures to combat it. Advocates argue that achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 aligns with the
goal of improving our daily environment and "saving the planet." It seems logical to support such
measures.

However, the path to net-zero and addressing climate change comes with a considerable cost. A well-thought-out plan is essential to ensure a favorable return on investments and prevent economic
hardship. Crafting such a plan is challenging due to numerous unknown variables, such as the impact
of transitioning to a circular economy on our economic landscape.

A critical concern arises if the rest of the world, including China, (South)-America, Asia, and Africa,
does not share this vision. Could our economy face stiff competition from foreign products produced
inexpensively due to a lack of "green investments"? And more importantly, will our individual efforts
even make a noticeable difference?

While the need to protect our planet is evident, we must also safeguard our economy and
competitiveness to avoid becoming a peripheral player in global trade once again, just like before the
19th century. Striking a balance between environmental preservation and economic interests is crucial.
The question remains: How can we harmonize the best of both worlds?

Migration to the European Union has notably surged due to multifaceted conflicts across various
regions. This surge raises alarm bells as the spectre of a new refugee crisis looms. The EU has
steadfastly committed itself to the noble objective of extending aid and ensuring the safety of as many
displaced individuals as possible. However, navigating this humanitarian mission is beset by great
challenges.
While the EU remains dedicated to its humanitarian mission, the path forward demands an all-round
approach. It necessitates not only increased collaboration among member states but also
comprehensive measures to address the root causes of migration, promoting stability and peace in
regions plagued by conflict. Balancing this imperative with the practical constraints and societal
sentiments requires a nuanced and adaptive approach.
The European Committee LIBE recognizes the urgency of this situation and remains committed to
advocating for policies that ensure the protection and well-being of migrants while addressing the
legitimate concerns of host communities.

In recent years, the rise of extremism has spurred critical conversations within the EU member states.
Addressing the complex dynamics of this multifaceted issue requires a comprehensive examination of
boths preventative and reactive measures. Which matters should the EU take concerning the rising
popularity of extremist parties within the EU?

In terms of equal rights, EU member states are among the most equal countries in the world. Yet not
every citizen can benefit from this in the same way. For instance, the European Union still faces the
situation where men and women are paid unequally for the same work. Also, men and women do not
always have equal opportunities in terms of self-development due to stereotypes and prejudices. In
addition, within EU member states, there are also major differences in rights for different gender
identities. Increasingly, there is even violence and harassment against certain genders. The
committee on human rights will address the following main question which can be divided into four
sub-questions on this topic:

The last years the EU has worked really hard to motivate youth to participate in politics and to tell us
more about their opinions and preferences. But in all member states, the youth still experiences lots
of barriers which prevent them from participating. This inactivity among the youth in society has led
to a major underrepresentation of our generation.