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The author contends that the TTIP will harm the Global South through the diversion of trade flows and the imposition of EU-US standards on other nations. Mexico is highlighted as particularly vulnerable, specifically in its garment industry. The text suggests the agreement is a strategic attempt by the US and EU to bolster their diminishing economic influence and sideline the BRICS nations, potentially undermining the multilateral trading system in favor of a non-transparent, power-driven trade regime.

The text criticizes the austerity strategies implemented in Portugal following its request for international aid, asserting that these policies have failed to reduce debt while causing severe economic recession and social distress. It highlights catastrophic outcomes, including a 4% GDP drop in early 2013, mass unemployment, and unprecedented emigration. The author calls for a political solution through debt renegotiation and a transition toward a green and socially just alternative to protect the welfare state.

The document advocates for an EU based on 'hospitality' and international solidarity, moving beyond trade agreements to ensure freedom of movement and access to services for all citizens. It highlights the challenges posed by austerity and the rise of xenophobic nationalism, while calling for a Common Asylum System and recognition of climate change's role in migration.

The author contends that current EU crisis management is a 'patchwork' where binding austerity rules are imposed on Member States while the responsibility for economic growth and unemployment remains national. To resolve this, the document proposes a federal structure characterized by a substantially increased EU budget, the mutualisation of debts through 'Eurobonds', and the implementation of EU-wide taxes following tax harmonisation. Central to this transition is the empowerment of the European Parliament with sole legislative initiative and budgetary sovereignty to ensure democratic legitimacy.

The author, Mayor of Sevran, critiques the French 'assimilationist' model of integration, arguing that it is disconnected from the reality of a multicultural society. He advocates for a federal Europe with common rights for all EU citizens to counter nationalism. Furthermore, he asserts that Europe must accept responsibility for environmental migration caused by global warming and transition toward a model where migrants are integrated as 'eco-citizens of the world' who contribute to local autonomy and sustainability.

The author contends that current forms of solidarity, such as charitable aid to migrants and the poor, are insufficient and should be replaced by political action. Specifically, the text calls for the amendment of the Dublin II treaty to relieve Greece of a disproportionate burden regarding asylum seekers and urges Northern European citizens to pressure their governments to oppose austerity measures imposed by the Troika. Finally, it argues that Europe must take responsibility for the exploitation of wealth, child labor, and wars in Asia and Africa to eliminate the root causes of migration.

The author contends that the current European crisis cannot be solved with less federalism, but rather through a renewed federalist pact that balances autonomy, cooperation, and solidarity. Using Belgium as a model, the text proposes the creation of federal districts for elections to foster a common vision and the implementation of a common industrial policy and the IRENE project to strengthen EU climate policy.

The document critiques the French model of assimilation and 'Jacobinism', arguing that migration should be managed at a European rather than national level to ensure equality and break nationalist trends. The author advocates for 'co-integration' and a cosmopolitan policy that acknowledges the historical impact of colonialism and the rising phenomenon of ecological migration caused by global warming.

The document argues that a green transformation requires a comprehensive political project combining technological innovation with social change. It examines the tension between 'green growth' and 'degrowth', the need for a European Green New Deal, and the role of federalism in managing ecological and social crises. The text also addresses the challenges of migrant integration and the necessity of expanding solidarity to include nature and future generations.

The text is a speech by Cohn-Bendit delivered in Athens on June 16, 2013, which critiques the 'neo-liberal technocracy' and austerity measures imposed on Greece. It argues that individual nation-states are powerless against the globalised economy, finance, and climate deterioration, asserting that only a united European Union can preserve social justice and democratic values. The author calls for a 'radical and responsible drive' to transform politics through energy transition, ecological transformation, and a shared European sovereignty to avoid the alternative of financial bureaucracy or populist rage.

The author contends that individual European nation-states are powerless against globalized finance and climate degradation, citing the devastating impact of austerity in Greece as a primary example. The text calls for a shift away from neoliberalism and national interests toward a shared European project focused on energy transition, ecological transformation, and the reclamation of democratic space to ensure the survival of European values and social justice.

The Greens oppose the TTIP due to a lack of transparency, the potential for lowered consumer and environmental standards, and the use of Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) mechanisms. They argue that the agreement undermines multilateralism by setting global standards without broader international consultation and call for the inclusion of civil society and parliaments in the negotiation process.

The Green party opposes the TTIP due to its secretive negotiation process and the risk that it will lower standards for consumer protection, health, and the environment. They specifically reject the inclusion of the Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) mechanism and the potential for the agreement to impose global trade standards that undermine the World Trade Organization and the influence of the Global South.

The author contends that austerity policies in Portugal have led to a 'social emergency,' characterized by rising poverty, historic unemployment, and an exodus of young people. The text claims these measures increased public debt to over 126% of GDP while causing a recession and the 'uncontrolled exploitation of the natural resources.' It advocates for a debt renegotiation led by the Portuguese State, citing the 1953 London Agreement as a precedent, to prioritize citizens over financial markets.

The author describes the devastating impact of austerity measures imposed on Portugal via a Memorandum of Understanding, noting that these policies have led to record unemployment, mass emigration, and increased poverty. The text highlights the failure of the 'Troika's' economic forecasts and calls for the Portuguese state to lead a debt renegotiation, similar to the 1953 London Agreement, to prioritize human rights and the welfare state over financial market interests.

The author critiques the European Union's lack of preparation for the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) negotiations, warning that the United States is likely to use GMO products as a 'make-it-or-break-it' condition. The text argues that the EU must protect its environmental, climate, and consumer standards, and suggests that the positive agenda for TTIP should focus on energy and resource efficiency to support a low-carbon economy. It further cautions against using TTIP as a strategic tool to contain China, suggesting instead a multilateral approach to global trade to avoid dividing the world into competing blocs.

Over 440 labour and social lawyers from Europe have issued a manifesto calling on the European Union to protect fundamental social rights against the pressures of the economic and financial crisis. The signatories argue that austerity measures and labour market deregulaton—often forced by the 'troika' (IMF, European Commission, and ECB)—are undermining collective bargaining, increasing poverty, and threatening the viability of the European project. They urge the EU to adhere to the Lisbon Treaty and the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights, asserting that high labour and social standards are essential pre-conditions for sustainable economic development.

The text, written by Alexander Bonde, Minister for Rural Affairs and Consumer Protection of Baden-Württemberg, advocates for a shift from industrial agriculture to a sustainable 'green triangle' model. This approach prioritizes quality over quantity, promoting organic farming, GMO-free production, and eco-tourism to support family farms and biodiversity while meeting consumer demand for high ecological and social standards.

The author contends that the European food system is failing, as evidenced by the horsemeat scandal and the environmental impact of agriculture, which accounts for over 30% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The text advocates for a holistic approach to food policy that transcends narrow consumerist or ecological goals, emphasizing the need to place farmers at the center of change and promote food cooperatives to re-embed agriculture in society. It highlights a paradox where austerity leads to food bank reliance while obesity-related health costs rise, suggesting that food education and agro-ecological methods are essential for social justice and sustainable feeding of the global population.

The author criticizes the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) as an unequal and unsustainable system that prioritizes industrial production over environmental health and small-scale farming. The text advocates for a shift toward 'sustainable food systems'—defined as those guaranteeing food sovereignty and internalizing environmental costs—and highlights the role of the Greens in Belgium in promoting short supply chains, urban agriculture, and the relocalisation of food production to protect rural social fabrics.