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Resolution
booklet
European Student
Parliament
Belgrade, Serbia
8 – 10 November 2013
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PARLIAMENTARY DEBATE
9:30 – 9:40
Opening speech of the organiser: Aleksandra Drecun (Director of
the Centre for the Promotion of Science)
9:40 – 11:10
Debates (committees 1 & 2)
11:30 – 13:00
14:00 – 14:45
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Demography in the city
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Join in and be a part – Civil participation in the city
Debates (committees 3 & 4)
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City. Climate. Changе.
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Еnergy еfficient houses and flats
Debates (committee 5)
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14:45 – 15:15
Smart city: Life in an Urban Network
Presenting the Resolution to Tomislav Jovanovic (Minister for
Education, Science and Technological Development of the
Republic of Serbia)
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COMMITEES AND EXPERTS
1. Demography in the city
Demographic developments affect urban regions. Which changes lie ahead of us? Will the inhabitants
be older or younger in the cities – or will it remain as it is? Do we need workforce from abroad or are
there not even sufficient jobs for our own inhabitants? How does our society deal with such
developments? How can we arrange our life together in the future?
Еxpert: Prof. Dr. Ksenija Petovar
2. Join in and be part – Civil participation in the city
Civil dialogue, civil summit, civil report – civil participation is „en vogue“. Can the urban challenges of
the upcoming years with regard to energy, environment and demography only be mastered through
the active participation of citizens? In which way can citizens be included more effectively in urban
planning and design? Can extreme developments such as gentrification on the one hand and
impoverishment on the other be controlled through civil engagement? Which chances arise from civil
participation and where do boundaries lie?
Expert in: Dr. Vladimir Pavicevic
3. City. Climate. Change.
The impacts of the climate change affect cities in a particular way due to their high density of
population. Cities need to focus on the consequences of flooding, heat waves and thunderstorms.
The collaboration of different protagonists is necessary to be able to face the climatic changes. Which
measures are required to be able to respond to the consequences of the changed climate? Do we
need to alter our cities? What do need to consider when planning cities in future? Which part do
open spaces play? And who needs to be involved in urban planning?
Еxpert: Dr. Аna Nikezic
4. Energy efficient houses and flats
The highest potential of saving energy lies in already existing buildings. They require three times as
much energy as new buildings. Research strives after the zero-emission building – but can it be
realised everywhere? Which reconstruction possibilities are there for existing houses? And who is
supposed to pay for it at the end?
Expert: Prof. Dr. Milica Јovanovic-Popovic
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5. Smart City: Life in an urban network
Half of the world’s population lives in cities. The future belongs to urban regions. What challenges
are posed to an intelligent traffic control? Will we be capable of controlling the interconnections in
our cities similar to the way it is done in the computer game “Sim City”? How can intelligent
electricity meet the requirements of an increasing population? Can cloud computing, smartphones
and social networks reform the working environment? Which role do open data networks and data
protection play?
Expert: Dr. Dejan Drajic
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PROCEDURE OF THE DEBATE
1. Reading out the claims
At the beginning of each debate, the proposing committee has the opportunity to
read out the committee’s claims which are gathered in this resolution booklet.
(One member of the proposing committee reads out the claims at the lectern.)
2. Defence speech
Subsequently, the proposing committee has the opportunity to hold a defence
speech and to explain the existing resolution and its contents. (One member of
the proposing committee reads holds the speech at the lectern; approx. three
minutes.)
3. Attack speech(es)
Directly after, all other committees have the opportunity to hold one or more
attach speeches, provided that the first attack speech does not take up all time.
Every committee which has prepared an attack speech can now explain why
some of the claims should not be accepted by the delegates. (One member of an
opposing committee; up to three minutes at own seat/via microphone.)
4. Response to attack speech(es)
The proposing committee has the opportunity to give answers to the attack
speech and to allay doubts the delegates may have. (One member of the
proposing committee; up to one minute at own seat/via microphone.)
5. Open debate
All members of all opposing committees can raise their hands to address
questions or remarks to the proposing committee. Up to three
questions/remarks are gathered from members of the different committees,
before the proposing committee can give a summarising answer to all of them.
(Up to four rounds à three questions/remarks of less than a minute; at own
seat/via microphone.)
6. Summarising speech, response to last questions
The proposing committee holds a summarising speech and answers the last
questions. (Two members of the proposing committee; three minutes at the
lectern.)
7. Voting
The chair of the debate reads out the claims and asks all delegates to vote for or
against a claim.
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RESOLUTION OF THE COMMITEE
Demography in the city
Demographic developments affect urban regions. Which changes lie ahead? Will the
inhabitants be older or younger in the cities – or will the situation remain as it is? Do
we need workforce from abroad or is there a lack of jobs even for our own
inhabitants? How does our society deal with such developments? How can we arrange
our life together in the future?
Submitted by:
Vera Grubanov, Ana Batinic, Katarina Kovacevic, Mina Djakov, Marko
Milosevic, Nikola Stanojcic, Maja Petronijević, Damjan Simic,
Aleksandra Kovacevic, Tijana Radovic, Jovan Jovanovic, Andjela
Jovanovic, Jelena Maric, Nenad Jovanovic, Andjelija Milicevic, Uros
Bogdanovic, Vanja Godjevac, Tijana Albijanic, Boris Sevarika, Luka
Jeremic, Jelena Stanisic and Djordje Milosevic (moderator).
We have assessed:
1. that an increased influx of population to larger cities leads to serious overload of
city infrastructure, that rural regions are neglected and there is a lack of job
positions;
2. that we are aware of the problems which come from the centralisation of Serbia,
3. that there is an unbalanced development of urban and rural areas, as well as
unequal opportunities and differences in the quality of life of the inhabitants of
towns and villages;
4. that we are experiencing declining population growth and the migration of highly
educated young people
5. that marginalized social groups are burdened with specific problems they face in
everyday life,
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We claim:
1. better allocation of funds for the development of transport and communication
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infrastructure;
relocation of the government institutions based in Belgrade to the regions that
have the biggest potential for the jobs and activities these institutions are
responsible for;
better conditions for economic development and entrepreneurship in smaller
communities;
a comprehensive population policy and the establishment of an institution which
maintains contact with and provide support for young graduates;
to take appropriate measures to improve the daily lives of members of
marginalized social groups, thus establishing equal opportunities with the other
members of society.
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RESOLUTION OF THE COMMITEE
Join in and be a part – Civil participation in the city
Civil dialogue, civil summit, civil report – civil participation is ‘en vogue’. Can the urban
challenges of the upcoming years with regard to energy, environment and
demography only be mastered through the active participation of citizens? How can
citizens be included more effectively in urban planning and design? Can extreme
developments such as gentrification on the one hand and impoverishment on the
other be controlled through civil engagement? Which opportunities arise from civil
participation and where do boundaries lie?
Submitted by:
Dunja Nesic, Nikolina Bozanovic, Andrija Kankaras, Milana Cupic, Andjelija
Cvetkovic, Pavle Kunovic, Todor Kuveljic, Maria Petrovic, Filip Brocic, Jelena
Palica, Milena Albijanic, Tijana Zekanovic, Ana Jevremovic, Sofija Jovanovic,
Nastasija Bjelanovic, Stevan Masnec and Dusan Jovcic (moderator).
We have assessed:
1. that, because of the inconsistencies and deficiencies of party ideology, citizens
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are losing faith in democracy, which is why the turnout in the elections decreases
and people increasingly lose interest in political life;
that the existing system is not designed to provide enough opportunities for
political education of young people;
that educated people are leaving the country in search of better working
conditions, while older members of the society have often formed conservative
political views;
that people in the rural regions are more aware of environmental problems in
their community, but they feel oppressed and blocked by the majority making
the decisions;
that manipulation and nepotism are a part of our society, giving power to
unqualified persons close to the government-appointed people;
that our educational system is outdated, programs are too extensive and our
students get poor results in international tests of practical knowledge and skills;
that the freedom of access to information is a fundamental human right which
leads to legitimate society, and that there is a problem of one-way information
flow between the citizens and the government;
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8. that in smaller communities, but often in larger ones, too, there are people in
power who abuse their position to pursue their own interests and prevent any
control over the functions they perform.
We claim:
1. the application of compulsory voting, so citizens would be encouraged to inform
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themselves about different political views and ideologies, while the parties would
be motivated to define their political convictions and programs more clearly;
proper education in the field of political culture from an early age, and
improvement of the existing civic education;
investments in the educational system by increasing the number of students
supported by government in order to keep young people in Serbia; creating a
politically informed class in society, especially in smaller and less developed
regions, with the requirement that student with financial support stay in the
country a certain period of time after graduation, in order to return the invested
funds through their salary;
implementation of specific decision-making models which allow smaller
communities the right to vote, with a support system to coordinate the process;
control and verification of power by impartial and objective non-governmental
organizations, and necessary qualifications for those who work in public office, as
well as the monitoring of the employment and application procedure for such
positions;
establishment of a student committee consisting of the top 25 graduates of
undergraduate programs from the state universities in Serbia, who would discuss
the problems of educational institutions and organize their spot checks; their
presence would be mandatory at all the meetings of the National Assembly
where the issues of primary, secondary and higher education are discussed;
that the newspapers, the internet and other media resources are available to
everyone, with strict sanctions for those who broadcast false information and
half-truths, which can potentially lead to chaos and other negative outcome;
that there is no individual or government body or institution that could annul the
voice of the people, because we strongly believe that no one should have a veto
in a democracy, especially those who are more powerful than the most members
of the society.
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RESOLUTION OF THE COMMITEE
City. Climate. Change.
The impact of climate change particularly affects cities due to their high population
density. Cities need to focus on the consequences of floods, heat waves and
thunderstorms. Collaboration of different protagonists is necessary in order to be able
to face climate change. Which measures are required to be able to respond to the
consequences of a changed climate? Do we need to alter our cities? What do need to
consider when planning cities in the future? What is the role of open spaces? And who
needs to be involved in urban planning?
Proposed by:
Dusan Stojanovic, Kristina Sorak, Marina Vukeljic, Irena Nikolic,
Kristina Martac, Milena Djukic, Jelena Glisic, Nemanja Filipovic,
Simona Coric, Dorotea Damjanovic, Teodora Markovic, Relja
Stepanovic, Stefan Stankovic, Aleksandar Stojanovic, Igor Radivojevic,
Milica Vukovic and Katarina Tadic (moderator)
We have assessed:
1. that the local sources of pollution in the city are causing global changes and they
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are also the main reason of climate change;
that according to verifiable research, the cities, as industrial cores and transport
hubs, are responsible for more than 70% of the total emission of greenhouse
gases;
that natural resources are being excessively and irresponsibly spent in urban
areas;
that the problem of waste disposal is not properly regulated;
that the lack of green spaces is leading to the overheating of cities (the so called
“heat island effect”);
that there is a serious energy inefficiency in business and residential buildings;
that the issues of climate change are not covered appropriately by the media,
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We claim:
1. the processes of adjustment at the local level should be carried out, along with
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the processes of mitigation on a global scale;
environmental taxes should be introduced in order to reduce traffic and promote
cleaner technologies in industry;
the use of existing resources should be planned professionally, and the use of
renewable energy sources must be increased;
better conditions for recycling and proper disposal of waste should be created;
more green areas to help reduce average temperature and improve air quality,
which is in everyone’s best interest;
legislation which would allow the use of new, energy-efficient architectural
concepts;
a variety of educational programs to help raise awareness of the citizens about
environmental issues, and promotion of these issues in the media.
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RESOLUTION OF THE COMMITEE
Energy-efficient houses and flats
The highest potential of energy saving lies in the existing buildings. They require three
times as much energy as the new buildings. Research strives after the zero-emission
building – but can it be realized everywhere? Which reconstruction possibilities are
there for existing houses? And who is supposed to pay for it in the end?
Expert:
Proposed by:
Bogdan Radicevic, Ivana Zivanovic, Sofija Matic, Andrijana
Alempijevic, Jelisaveta Folic, Milos Lazovic, Tijana Savic, Oliver
Misic, Lazar Zlatanovic, Mladjan Nikolic, Dijana Burzic, Stefan
Gagovic, Ema Uncevic, Jovana Matejic, Angelina Vojnovic, Vido
Mladenovic, Danilo Santrac and Mia Radovanovic (moderator).
We have assessed:
1. that the public is poorly informed about energy efficiency;
2. that the majority of house units in Serbia was built before the Law on thermal
protection was passed;
3. that according to current practice, energy certification is applied to the buildings
under construction, but not to the existing ones;
4. that the economic standard of an average citizen of Serbia is lower than the
European standard;
5. that negotiations with the European Union are expected to start very soon and
there is a need to harmonize our legislation with the EU.
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We claim:
1. that the media, professional staff and NGOs should be engaged in promoting
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energy efficiency and educate and inform society about this topic;
that emphasis must be put on the improvement of energy efficiency of existing
facilities and houses;
that it is necessary to have a legislation body which should adopt a proper legal
document on a mandatory energy certification of existing buildings;
that a system of investments and subsidies for the public and private sector
should be created in order to improve energy efficiency of the facilities;
the implementation of EU directives in this area with a view to accelerating the
harmonization of national legislation with the acquis.
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RESOLUTION OF THE COMMITEE
Smart city: Life in an urban network
Half of the world’s population lives in cities. The future belongs to urban regions. What
challenges are posed to intelligent traffic control? Will we be capable of controlling the
interconnections inside our cities similar to the way it is done in the computer game
“Sim City”? How can intelligent electricity meet the requirements of an increasing
population? Can cloud computing, smartphones and social networks reform the
working environment? Which role do open data networks and data protection play?
Proposed by:
Isidora Rackov, Minja Petrovic, Miljkovic Lazar, Sladjana Bacina, Nikola
Lazic, Miroslav Zivkovic, Sreten Badza, Marko Ivanovic, Jovana Vujanov,
Tara Maksimovic, Aleksa Djordjevic, Ana Gardic, Stanislav Stosic, Tijana
Nenadovic, Lukijan Mihajlovic, Katarina Vojnovic Nikolić, Aleksa
Parovic, Lazar Bulic, Neda Vujovic, Neda Damnjanovic and Naim Leo
Besiri (moderator).
We have assessed:
1. that there are financial difficulties caused by the lack of proper budget allocation;
2. that there is only a small percentage of university-educated people who can act
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as experts for the development of “smart cities” and the knowledge economy;
that we expect better networking of public institutions in order to be able to
operate and exchange information more efficiently;
that the citizens have little interest in participating in the decision-making
process regarding the issues relevant to the development of the city, which is
caused by the lack of active interaction between citizens and institutions;
that we are concerned about recent reports on pollution and its negative impact
on the population’s health;
that we should focus on improving transport infrastructure of people and goods,
make exchange of information more efficient and provide adequate services to
the citizens;
that the stated facts result in poor quality of life of the citizens and the society as
a whole.
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We claim:
1. that the local governments introduce more transparency and a more detailed
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budget expenditure control, including the launch of publicly accessible web
portals which would provide detailed information on the distribution of
budgetary funds;
that the institutions of education and socially responsible companies and
individuals should network with regard to creating better, more accessible and
more successful academic education and information exchange;
that, following the examples of successful communication between citizens and
institutions in other smart cities, we should strive for a number of public services
available to Serbian citizens, which will be faster and more affordable;
that the institutions should use social networks and mass media to inform their
citizens about the work they are doing and encourage citizens to become more
interested in participating in decisions-making processes which influence their
lives;
more frequent assessment of the degree of pollution, with special emphasis on
waste separation for recycling, which will lead to a healthier environment and
reduce burden to the city budget;
new technologies for traffic control and monitoring, including easily accessible
information about traffic conditions in real time.
In our opinion, these solutions will lead to greater competition, increased social
and human capital, civic participation, more efficient transport and exchange of
information, preservation of natural resources and a better quality of life.
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