Action needed to address EU problems: EP president

Visiting President of the European Parliament (EP) Antonio Tajani said Tuesday that action is needed to find solutions to the fight against terrorism, immigration problems and reducing employment.

At a joint press conference with Estonian Prime Minister Juri Ratas, Tajani expressed his hope that during Estonia's EU presidency in the second half of this year it would be possible to address those problems that interest all European citizens.

Earlier, Ratas met with Tajani and the heads of political groups of the European Parliament to discuss the priorities of the Estonian Presidency and the cooperation throughout the second half of 2017.

"An overarching objective for the Estonian Presidency is to maintain and strengthen the unity of the European Union," said Ratas.

The PM stated that Estonia's role as the EU Presidency holder is to strike a balance between the different opinions, traditions, and interests within Europe.

"A key test of our unity and determination is how we can implement common objectives," added Ratas.

He presented the four priorities of the Estonian Presidency: an open and innovative European economy, a safe and secure Europe, a digital Europe and the free flow of data, and an inclusive and sustainable Europe.