"tener importancia" in English

All of these models must have equal worth when it comes to implementation.

So we must keep the importance of that peace process very much in our minds.

It is not important for us to have a particularly sound directive on the table for discussion.

It is by no means a matter of insignificance how this branch of industry should be handled.

I believe that the local development initiatives must be of overriding importance.

The chapter on equality must be accorded equal importance in the membership negotiations.

The global financial crisis has shown us just how imperative it is to have a strong European Union.

Seen in those terms, 1 January 1999 will be doubly important.

It will be of utmost importance to have a presence there.

The importance of having democratic neighbouring countries is a cornerstone of our security strategy.

Hence, when harmonising EU statistical systems, we must take their importance into account.

Rainfall, serious rainfall, floods, rising sea levels, etc. are going to become more and more prevalent.

As Mr Van Lancker has already said, the " Social Affairs " Council must have the same status as the ECOFIN Council.

That clearly is going to be very significant, not only for Europe, but for business round the whole world.

On the contrary, it should be upheld and should be the foundation of our thinking on our common security.

The importance of having common minimum standards which are globally applied really goes without saying.

The action plan also underlines the huge need for a higher minimum tax for alcohol in the EU as part of a general health strategy.

There can scarcely be a more important question for any parliament to debate than the survival of life on earth.

Mr President, sound management of the budget is of crucial importance for confidence in the European Union.

We must also take into account the specific importance of Japan and Russia for the entry into force of the Protocol.