Mr. Eric Mamer:

It is correct that there is a very important debate to be had in this respect, and this refers back to the comment I made before of how we can ensure that we shift the financial burden from imports of energy - money going to suppliers outside the EU - to investments which in the short term may seem more expensive but will benefit European industry and create jobs. In the long run that will lead to better controlled costs for industry and citizens.

Another question concerned the comprehensive trade agreement with Canada but I admit I am not a specialist in trade questions. I do not have the exact clauses of the treaty. We will revert to the committee in writing on that.