### 10. notes that there is a significant lack of european venture and seed capital , as well as of private equity funding , when compared to its two biggest competitors; believes that this both prevents the eu from realising the full potential benefits of new technology , and also hinders the eu from influencing the global governance of new and emerging technologies; calls on the commission and the member states to propose a comprehensive european approach to increase sources of capital for technological investments in the eu; ### 10. notes that there is a significant lack of european venture and seed capital , as well as of private equity funding , when compared to other markets; considers that this often leads european start-ups to scale-up in third country markets rather than expanding in the eu; believes that this prevents the wider european economy from gaining as many spill over benefits from ventures originating in europe; calls on the commission and the member states to propose a comprehensive european approach to broaden the sources of capital for technological investments in the eu , including initiatives to support angel investing by european private sector leaders;


### 10. considers that access to big data is key for the development of ai; calls for a new approach to data regulation; ### 10. considers that access to big data , cloud services and computing capacities is key for the development of ai;


### 11. calls on the commission to work to position the eu as leader in the adoption and standardisation process for new technologies; highlights the need to work with industry and also with international partners on setting global standards; ### 11. calls on the commission to work to position the eu as leader in the adoption and standardisation process for new technologies; highlights the need to work with industry and also with international partners on setting global standards , which should be the first preference when standard setting in the digital single market , given the global nature of technology leadership and development;


### 11. warns against overregulating ai; recalls that regulation must be balanced , agile , permanently evaluated , and based on soft regulation except for high-risk areas; ### 11. warns against overregulating ai; demands that risk-based approach towards ai should be applied as a leading principle; recalls that regulation must be balanced , agile , permanently evaluated , and based on soft regulation , particularly on self-regulation and voluntary practices such as voluntary labelling; acknowledges however that a legislative framework might be necessary for a strictly limited categories of high-risk ai;


### 12. calls for a european disruptive innovation agency which concentrates on first stage research. ### deleted


### 15. notes that large platforms with significant network effects could act as de facto ‘online gatekeepers’ of the digital economy and urges the commission to analyse the impact that the power of these large platforms have on the rights of consumers and smes. ### 15. notes that large platforms with significant network effects act as de facto ‘online gatekeepers’ of the digital economy and urges the commission to analyse the impact that the power of these large platforms have on the rights of consumers and smes.


### 18. considers that a lack of consumer trust and confidence can hold back the widespread adoption of ai; ### 18. considers that a lack of consumer trust and confidence can hold back the widespread adoption of ai , draws attention to the unavoidable asymmetry in citizens’ understanding the processes by which advanced algorithmic and artificial intelligence systems make decisions;


### 19. welcomes the commission’s white paper on ai , and calls on the commission to develop a common eu regulatory framework for ai that is risk-based , proportionate and clear; ### 19. welcomes the commission’s white paper on ai , and calls on the commission to develop a common eu regulatory framework for ai that is human-centric , risk-based , proportionate and clear;


### 20. notes that , to varying degrees , ai is already subject to current european legislation , and calls on the commission to issue clear guidance on the functioning and synergy between any current applicable legislation and any proposed new measures; considers it important not to over-regulate ai; ### 20. notes that , to varying degrees , ai is already subject to current european legislation , and calls on the commission to issue clear guidance on the functioning and synergy between any current applicable legislation and any proposed new measures; considers it important not to over-regulate ai or to define too widely possible categories of risk; asks the commission , when drafting legislation on ai , to consider the investment approach , leaving the regulatory approach only to those areas where intervention is necessary to reduce negative social impacts , promote legal certainty and ensure harmonisation of rules within the eu;


### 21. considers that ai is a fast moving technology that requires effective legislation; believes that achieve this ai needs to be functionally and broadly defined in a manner that covers all automated decision-making , complex algorithmic-based systems and machine or deep learning processes so any regulatory measures can remain flexible and adaptable in order to take into account future developments; ### 21. considers that ai is a fast moving technology that requires effective legislation , based on principles and proportionality rather than prescriptive rules; believes that to achieve this ai needs to be functionally and broadly defined in a manner that covers all automated decision-making , complex algorithmic-based systems and machine or deep learning processes so any regulatory measures can remain flexible and adaptable in order to take into account future developments and adequately reflect the degree to which the perceived risks of ai arise in practice in the varying ways ai is deployed;


### 25. believes that the scope of new regulatory requirements should be scaled so that ai deemed to pose the highest risk is subject to the most regulatory requirements; calls on the commission to develop an objective methodology for calculating the risk of harm , in addition to what already by exists in current consumer legislation; believes that such a methodology should avoid a restrictive , binary approach that could quickly become obsolete , and instead focus on the context , application and specific use of ai; ### 25. believes that the scope of new regulatory requirements should be scaled so that ai applications in their specific context which are deemed to pose the highest risk are subject to the most regulatory requirements; calls on the commission to develop an objective methodology for calculating the risk of harm , in addition to what already by exists in current consumer legislation; believes that such a methodology should avoid a restrictive , binary approach that could quickly become obsolete , and instead focus on the context , application and specific use of ai;


### 26. stresses that eu-wide ai standardisation will foster innovation and interoperability , as well as guarantee a high level of consumer protection; acknowledges that , while a significant number of standards already exist , further promotion and development of common standards for ai is necessary; ### 26. stresses that eu-wide ai standardisation will foster innovation and interoperability , as well as guarantee a high level of consumer protection; acknowledges that , while a significant number of standards already exist , further promotion and development of common standards , such as those applicable to component parts and full applications , for ai is necessary;


### 27. considers that a voluntary labelling scheme for trustworthy ai , based on clear and common guidance drawn up by the commission , could help improve consumer trust; ### 27. considers that a voluntary labelling scheme for trustworthy ai , based on clear and common guidance drawn up by the commission , could help improve consumer trust; considers that a voluntary labelling scheme for trustworthy ai , based on clear and common guidance drawn up by the commission , could help improve consumer trust; underlines that any such labelling scheme must be understandable for consumers and be shown to provide a measurable benefit in consumer awareness and satisfaction with compliant ai applications , otherwise it will not achieve a sufficient level of adoption in real-world use;


### 28. strongly believes that new regulatory requirements and assessments should be both understandable and implementable , and incorporated into existing sector specific requirements where possible; ### 28. strongly believes that new regulatory requirements and assessments must be both understandable and implementable , and should be incorporated into existing sector specific requirements where possible;


### 29. calls on the commission and the member states to make use of innovative regulatory tools such as ‘regulatory sandboxes’ to help provide a clear path to scale-up for start-ups and small companies , regardless of the risk profile of their product; believes that these tools can help encourage innovation without any detriment to consumer protection; ### 29. calls on the commission and the member states to make use of innovative regulatory tools such as ‘regulatory sandboxes’ to help provide a clear path to scale-up for start-ups and small companies , regardless of the risk profile of their product; believes that these tools can help encourage innovation without any detriment to consumer protection; points out that creating a coherent environment for innovative testing and validating products based on technologies such as ai will help european businesses to overcome the fragmentation of the single market and to take advantage of the growth potential throughout the eu;


### 30. believes that the use of high-risk ai should be limited to specific and clearly warranted purposes , in full respect of the applicable law and subject to transparency obligations; underlines that this will be decisive for ensuring public trust and support for the necessity and proportionality of the deployment of such technologies; calls on the commission to carefully consider whether there are certain use cases , situations or practices for which specific technical standards , including underlying algorithms , should be adopted; deems necessary , should such technical standards be adopted , that these are regularly reviewed and re-evaluated , given the fast pace of technological development; ### 30. believes that the high risks may arise from the use of ai tools in a specific circumstance or with a particular objective; notes that these instances should be subject to specific transparency obligations and such use should remain in compliance with all other applicable law; underlines that this will be decisive for ensuring public trust and support for the necessity and proportionality of the deployment of such technologies; calls on the commission to carefully consider whether there are certain use cases , situations or practices for which specific technical standards should be adopted; deems necessary , should such technical standards be adopted , that these are regularly reviewed and re-evaluated , given the fast pace of technological development;


### 31. calls on the member states to encourage and support the establishment of specialised review boards for ai products and services in the member states to assess the potential benefits and potential harm stemming from high-risk , impactful ai-based projects; ### deleted


### 32. highlights the importance of education and research for ai; calls on the commission and the member states to establish an eu centre of excellence for ai; considers that this should be done with the involvement of universities , companies and research institutions; believes that such a centre can help to provide specialised training and development for regulatory authorities; ### 32. highlights the importance of education and research for ai; calls on the commission and the member states to establish an eu centre of excellence for ai; considers that this should be done with the involvement of universities , companies and research institutions; believes that such a centre can help to provide specialised training and development for regulatory authorities; furthermore stresses the importance of measures and information channels to help small and medium-sized enterprises and start-ups to effectively digitise and advance into ‘industry 4.0’;


### 33. calls on the commission to update the existing liability framework in order to address new challenges posed by emerging digital technologies such as artificial intelligence; ### 33. considers that the lack of clear european rules on the attribution of liability in the event of a malfunction or accident of the advanced ai-system could be one of the key obstacles to the implementation of ai-based technologies into everyday use; calls on the commission to update the existing liability framework in order to address new challenges posed by emerging digital technologies such as artificial intelligence;


### 1. welcomes the fact that the new eu gender action plan 2021-2025 (gap iii) calls for the promotion of gender equality through the eu’s trade policy and recalls the necessary support for the inclusion of a specific gender chapter in eu trade and investment agreements; ### 1. notes the fact that the new eu gender action plan 2021-2025 (gap iii) calls for the promotion of gender equality through the eu’s trade policy and rejects the inclusion of a specific gender chapter in eu trade and investment agreements; underlines that ideologising eu trade policy does not constitute a solution for improving the quality of democracy beyond our borders;


### 1. welcomes the fact that the new eu gender action plan 2021-2025 (gap iii) calls for the promotion of gender equality through the eu’s trade policy and recalls the necessary support for the inclusion of a specific gender chapter in eu trade and investment agreements; ### 1. notes that the new eu gender action plan 2021-2025 (gap iii) calls for the promotion of gender equality through the eu’s trade policy and recalls the necessary support for the inclusion of a specific gender chapter in eu trade and investment agreements;


### 1. welcomes the fact that the new eu gender action plan 2021-2025 (gap iii) calls for the promotion of gender equality through the eu’s trade policy and recalls the necessary support for the inclusion of a specific gender chapter in eu trade and investment agreements; ### 1. welcomes the fact that the new eu gender action plan 2021-2025 (gap iii) calls for the promotion of gender equality through the eu’s trade policy and recalls the necessary support for the empowerment of women in third countries through eu trade and investment agreements;


### 1. deplores the fact that the council of the european union has failed to achieve unanimity on conclusions owing to objections from four member states to the word ‘gender’; ### 1. welcomes the fact that the council of the european union has failed to achieve unanimity on conclusions owing to objections from four member states to the word ‘gender’;


### — having regard to the 1995 beijing declaration and platform of action adopted at the fourth world conference on women and the outcomes of the review conferences , ### deleted


### — having regard to the 2030 agenda for sustainable development , adopted in september 2015 , in particular goals 1 , 4 , 5 , 8 and 10 thereof , ### deleted


### — having regard to the council of europe convention of 11 may 2011 on preventing and combating violence against women and domestic violence (istanbul convention) , ### deleted


### — having regard to the international conference on population and development (icpd) held in 1994 in cairo and its programme of action , as well as the conclusions of its review conferences , and the 2019 nairobi summit (icpd+25) celebrating the 25th anniversary of the cairo conference , ### deleted


### — having regard to the generation equality forum held in march 2021 in mexico city and from 30 june to 2 july 2021 in paris , ### deleted


### — having regard to the joint eu-un spotlight initiative aiming at eliminating all forms of violence against women and girls , ### deleted


### — having regard to the communication from the commission on the european green deal (com(2019)640 final) , ### deleted


### — having regard to regulation (eu) 2021/522 of the european parliament and of the council of 24 march 2021 establishing a programme for the union’s action in the field of health (‘eu4health programme’) for the period 2021-2027 , and repealing regulation (eu) no 282/2014 , ### deleted


### — having regard to the report by un women entitled ‘the impact of covid-19 on women’ , published on 9 april 2020 , ### deleted


### — having regard to the un population fund report entitled ‘impact of the covid-19 pandemic on family planning and ending gender-based violence , female genital mutilation and child marriage’ , published on 27 april 2020 , ### deleted


### — having regard to the who global strategy to accelerate the elimination of cervical cancer launched in november 2020 , ### deleted


### — having regard to its resolution of 31 may 2018 on the implementation of the joint staff working document (swd(2015)0182) – gender equality and women’s empowerment: transforming the lives of girls and women through eu external relations 2016-2020 1 , ### deleted


### — having regard to its resolution of 12 february 2020 on an eu strategy to put an end to female genital mutilation around the world2 , ### deleted


### — having regard to its resolution of 13 february 2020 on the eu priorities for the 64th session of the un commission on the status of women3 , ### deleted


### — having regard to its resolution of 23 october 2020 on gender equality in eu’s foreign and security policy4 , ### deleted


### — having regard to its resolution of 24 june 2021 on the 25th anniversary of the international conference on population and development (icpd25) (nairobi summit)5 , ### deleted


### — having regard to its resolution of 24 june 2021 on the situation of sexual and reproductive health and rights in the eu , in the frame of women’s health6 , ### deleted


### a. whereas gender equality is a value upheld by the european union and a fundamental and universal human right; ### a. whereas equality of men and women before the law is a value upheld by the european union and a fundamental and universal human right;


### b. whereas violence is the most extreme form of gender inequality; ### b. whereas violence is an attack on human dignity;


### c. whereas with regard to healthcare services and services relating to sexual and reproductive rights , access must be universal; ### c. whereas with regard to healthcare services , access must be universal;


### d. whereas the pandemic is having a serious impact on women and girls , particularly in terms of access to education and healthcare , and is resulting in increasing gender violence and economic inequalities; ### d. whereas the pandemic is having serious consequences for society;


### e. whereas measures to combat inequality will be of fundamental importance to the recovery; ### e. whereas measures to fight for equality between men and women will be of fundamental importance to the recovery and equilibrium of society;


### 2. calls for full implementation of gap iii in every aspect of eu external action; ### deleted


### 2. calls on the member states to use gap iii as a basis to enhance gender mainstreaming in their external action , to put its gender-transformative , rights-based , intersectional approach into practice , and to adopt a feminist foreign policy; ### 2. calls on the member states to use gap iii as a basis to enhance gender mainstreaming in their external action , to put its gender-transformative , rights-based , intersectional approach into practice , and to adopt a foreign policy that endorses equality between women and man , compliance with women's rights , and empowerment and self-determination of women and girls;


### 2. calls on the member states to use gap iii as a basis to enhance gender mainstreaming in their external action , to put its gender-transformative , rights-based , intersectional approach into practice , and to adopt a feminist foreign policy; ### 2. calls on the member states to use gap iii as a basis to enhance gender mainstreaming in their external action , to put its rights-based , approach into practice;


### 3. stresses the need for an annual assessment of gap results at every level and every stage , against targeted and measurable objectives; ### 3. stresses the need for an annual assessment of gap results at every level and every stage , against targeted objectives able to measure real equality between men and women that redounds to the common good for the benefit of society;


### 3. calls on the commission and the eeas to counter any forms of discrimination based on gender , race , ethnicity , sexual orientation , gender identity , class , religion , disability or age , as part of eu external action; ### deleted


### 4. calls on eu missions and delegations and on the member states to cooperate closely in the implementation of gap iii; ### 4. calls on eu missions and delegations and on the member states to cooperate closely in achieving observance of human rights , respect for people’s dignity and freedom and real equality of men and women before the law;


### 4. calls for the systematic implementation of rigorous gender analysis , gender-disaggregated data collection , gender budgeting and gender impact assessments , as well as for mandatory training on gender equality; ### deleted


### 5. calls for close ties to be established with organisational networks and ministries in partner countries and calls for an annual dialogue regarding gap iii implementation , encompassing stakeholders and , in particular , civil society; ### 5. calls for the establishment of a form of direct collaboration that ensures that women in situations in which their personal integrity is attacked find shelter and a solution to their problems;


### 6. calls for funding for local women’s organisations to be increased; condemns all moves to clamp down on women’s rights activists and urges all governments to protect , support and cooperate with civil society; ### 6. calls for funding for local organisations that champion the interests of defenceless women to be increased and urges all governments to protect , support and cooperate with civil society as it provides both them and their families with help in resolving their situation by means of measures such as offering them accommodation and sustenance , safety and legal aid , education , so they are able to have a decent and stable life with hopes for the future;


### 6. welcomes the integration of the women , peace and security framework in gap iii; insists on the inclusion of women and marginalised groups in conflict resolution and peace negotiations , across all tracks; ### 6. welcomes the integration of the women , peace and security framework in gap iii; insists on the inclusion of women and marginalised groups in conflict resolution and peace negotiations , across all tracks , and of fighting rape and other forms of sexual violence against women and girls as a weapon of war and conflict;


### 7. calls strongly for gap iii to be coordinated with other initiatives , such as the spotlight initiative , whose effectiveness needs to be improved and budget increased; ### 7. calls strongly for gap iii to achieve the goal of respect for human rights , as an issue that precedes being able to bring strategic support to social and economic problems , which will consolidate their stability;


### 8. welcomes the fact that 85% of all new external actions will be required to incorporate gender as a significant or principal objective; stresses that the objectives set should also be quantified in terms of dedicated funding and not just a percentage of the overall programmes; ### 8. points out that it will not be possible to address genuine needs that third states may have due to the fact that 85 % of all new external actions will be required to incorporate gender as a significant or principal objective;


### 9. calls for action to combat femicide and all types of violence against women to be stepped up; ### 9. calls for action to combat all types of violence against any person to be stepped up;


### 12. expresses concern at the rise of conservative rhetoric and organised religious and other groupings , which is threatening to undermine sexual and reproductive rights inside and outside the union; ### deleted


### 13. calls for gap iii to attach greater importance to these rights and for adequate funding to be allocated to them when programming the ‘europe in the world’ instrument; ### deleted


### 14. stresses the importance of sexual and reproductive rights with regard to women’s bodies and their autonomy and urges that they be treated as public health issues; calls for universal access to sexual education , contraception and safe and legal abortion; ### deleted


### 16. draws attention to the inequalities and disparities between women and men regarding access to healthcare and the quality of healthcare provided; calls for universal access to facilities for the prevention , diagnosis , care and treatment of female and sexually transmitted diseases; ### 16. presses for rectification of any inequalities between women and men regarding access to healthcare and the quality of healthcare provided; calls for universal access to facilities for information on , diagnosis , care and treatment of female and sexually transmitted diseases;


### 17. reiterates that the crisis is affecting women’s access to the labour market; stresses the need for the inclusion of a gender dimension in all recovery plans; ### 17. reiterates that the crisis is affecting women’s and men’s access to the labour market;


### 18. calls for gap iii to promote women’s economic activity and their access to the necessary resources and social protection; calls for measures to help make women more employable and provide them with business opportunities; ### 18. calls for gap iii to promote economic activity; calls for measures to help make women more employable and provide them with business opportunities that can act as a driver for entrepreneurship to achieve family and social stability;


### 20. notes that women are under-represented at every level of political and public life; calls for programme funding to promote the training and participation of women; ### 20. notes that women can provide a complementary and enriching view of political and public life; calls for their presence to be ensured through programmes that promote the training and participation of women;


### 21. stresses the importance of the contribution made by women to promoting dialogue , forging coalitions and mediating for peace; calls on the eu to promote greater participation by women in peacekeeping and further peacebuilding; ### 21. stresses the contribution made by women to promoting dialogue , forging coalitions and mediating for peace; calls on the eu to enrich peacekeeping and further peacebuilding through the participation of women;


### 22. stresses the need to ensure that women and girls who have suffered sexual violence in conflict zones receive holistic care and treatment; ### 22. stresses the need to ensure that women and girls who have suffered sexual violence in conflict zones receive holistic care and treatment that is respectful of their health and protects life;


### 24. appreciates the eu’s determination to address gender issues in the context of the green transition , given the disproportionate impact of climate change on women and girls; ### deleted


### 25. points out that women are at the forefront when it comes to expertise in the fields of agriculture , climate and biodiversity; calls for them to be given support in the form of funding , legislative framework provisions and access to resources; ### 25. points to the important role of women at the forefront when it comes to expertise in the fields of agriculture , climate and biodiversity; states that because of the positive impact this may bring to regional development , this deserves to be supported in the form of funding , legislative framework provisions and access to resources;


### 26. calls for women and girls to be given better access to digital tools and training in the use thereof and for measures to be taken to promote their advancement in the fields of science , technology , engineering and mathematics (the stem professions); ### 26. calls for better universal access to digital tools and training in the use thereof and for measures to be taken to promote women’s natural advancement in the fields of science , technology , engineering and mathematics (the stem professions);


### 27. stresses the need for digital platforms to be suitably regulated in order to combat gender-based online violence and cyberbullying; calls for greater involvement of women in the design , manufacture and development of artificial intelligence applications in order to combat the perpetuation of gender stereotyping and prejudice; ### 27. stresses the need for digital platforms to be suitably regulated in order to combat online violence and cyberbullying; calls for the involvement of women in the design , manufacture and development of artificial intelligence applications in order to have a full picture;


### 28. reiterates the need for the eu to play a leading role at multilateral level in promoting feminist diplomacy; ### deleted


### 29. welcomes the eur 33 billion pledged at the generation equality forum in paris; calls for the annual monitoring of agreed actions and their implementation in practice; ### 29. regrets that the pledged eur 33 billion is earmarked for goals established at the generation equality forum in paris as these are primarily ideological propaganda and not a real direct contribution to achieving respect with dignity for women and that they are able to participate freely in society;


### 30. recalls the commission’s commitment to earmark eur 4 billion from the external budget to women and girls and to increase funding for women’s organisations; calls for these commitments to be clarified; ### 30. takes note of the commission’s commitment to earmark eur 4 billion from the external budget to women and girls;


### 31. points out once again that intergenerational dialogue and commitment on the part of men and boys are crucial to bringing about societal change and creating a true generation equality; ### 31. points out once again that intergenerational dialogue , unity and commitment on the part of all are crucial to bringing about societal change and creating a true generation of free people with values directed at the common good;


### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet , encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action as soon as possible; ### 1. notes with concern the farm to fork strategy as it threatens many farmers in their future existence; stresses that the agricultural sector is a crucial sector in the european union which as of yet already suffers from more than enough unnecessary rules; underlines that it is crucial that more , if not all , eu-rules regarding ghg-emissions in the eu are repealed;


### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet , encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action as soon as possible; ### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet; at the same time takes a negative view of the failure to present an impact assessment of the strategy at the stage of its consultation with the member states; points out that european farmers should be better informed about the new requirements and the scope of the adjustments that will apply to them after 2020 , so as to strengthen the sense among the farming community that the legal framework is secure and stable;


### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet , encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action as soon as possible; ### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in embarking on a global reflection that could culminate in concrete proposals to ensure a gradual transition towards a more sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy animals , healthy societies and a healthy planet , encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action based on impact studies as soon as possible;


### 1. urges a shift away from trade-oriented agricultural policies and towards support for food sovereignty and local and regional markets; recalls that agroecology’s capacity to reconcile the economic , environmental and social dimensions of sustainability has been widely recognised; ### 1. stresses the need to support food sovereignty and local and regional markets; recalls that agroecology’s capacity to reconcile the economic , environmental and social dimensions of sustainability has been widely recognised; expresses support for reducing dependence on pesticides and antimicrobials and restricting over-fertilisation in order to reduce air , soil and water pollution and reverse biodiversity loss , but draws attention to the potential risks of over-ambitious quantitative reduction targets within the relatively short period of 10 years; stresses that the economic crisis caused by the covid-19 pandemic , which is affecting all countries , is not conducive to undertaking such measures , which may have the direct consequence of reducing agricultural production and its contribution to global food security , including the implementation of a plan to increase the surface area of organic production to 25% , and that carrying out such a radical transition over a relatively short period of time may result in varying paces of adjustment in different countries and lead to segmentation of the food market;


### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the significant impact of agriculture and especially animal production on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide , in particular in the feed and livestock sectors; calls for regulatory measures and targets to ensure progressive reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors; ### deleted


### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the significant impact of agriculture and especially animal production on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide , in particular in the feed and livestock sectors; calls for regulatory measures and targets to ensure progressive reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors; ### 4. highlights that european agriculture is the only major system in the world that significantly reduced greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions since 1990 and that the emissions from eu agriculture are among the lowest worldwide; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and further reduce agricultural emissions per unit of product;


### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the significant impact of agriculture and especially animal production on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide , in particular in the feed and livestock sectors; calls for regulatory measures and targets to ensure progressive reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors; ### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the impact of agriculture and especially animal production on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use , taking into consideration both positive and negative externalities , as well as the emission reduction efforts already made , the difficulty in achieving further significant emission reductions because they are by nature difficult to limit , but also the importance of recognising the central role played by agriculture and silviculture in absorbing co2 in soils and plants; stresses the need to enhance carbon absorption and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide; calls for the definition of policies and measures to encourage and support improved climatic performance of agricultural and livestock production through reductions in greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and increased co2 absorption , in line with the principle of ensuring access for all population groups in europe to healthy , safe and sufficient food;


### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the significant impact of agriculture and especially animal production on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide , in particular in the feed and livestock sectors; calls for regulatory measures and targets to ensure progressive reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors; ### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the significant impact of certain systems of agricultural and animal production and the associated logistics on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide , in particular in the feed and livestock sectors; emphasises the role of nutrient management plans in reducing emissions , by means of consultancy services and technological innovations such as precision farming , which enables rational use of technical resources; calls for regulatory measures and targets to ensure progressive reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors; stresses the importance of recognising the efforts made by the agri-food sector to offset emissions and of including financial support and compensation for initiatives aimed at reducing emissions and restoring soil fertility;


### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the significant impact of agriculture and especially animal production on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide , in particular in the feed and livestock sectors; calls for regulatory measures and targets to ensure progressive reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors; ### 4. stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide; recognises the key role that agriculture and silviculture already play in carbon sequestration in soils; calls for regulatory measures and targets to ensure progressive reductions in all ghg emissions and calls on the commission to present a legislative proposal that includes adequate financial resources to compensate farmers for the increased costs incurred or the loss of income they suffer in pursuing the decontamination target and to ensure more ambitious action on carbon sequestration and the use of products that biodegrade in the soil;


### 4. stresses that the eu-mercosur agreement is inconsistent with the farm to fork strategy , in particular its reduction of dependence on animal feed , and the shift to a more plant-based diet and shorter supply chains; ### 4. stresses that the eu-mercosur agreement is inconsistent with the farm to fork strategy , in particular its reduction of dependence on animal feed , and the shift to a more plant-based diet and shorter supply chains; believes that eu trade policy should make the granting of preferences and closer cooperation with third countries conditional on them adopting and implementing in practice ambitious goals in key areas , such as animal welfare , the use of pesticides and the fight against antimicrobial resistance; is disappointed that the farm to fork strategy does not contain an explicit declaration that equivalent requirements will be applied in relation to animals and agri-food products imported from third countries. this is a key element that should be clearly set out both in the strategy and in all implementing documents. in the absence of such a requirement the strategy will fail since the significant increase in the cost of agri-food production in the european union on account of the ambitious new targets will mean that hundreds of thousands of eu farmers will have to stop production , and the eu market will be flooded by cheap products from third countries which do not meet the requirements set out in the strategy and the implementing documents;


### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health;regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; ### 16. calls for measures to promote healthier diets through consumer awareness campaigns and activities providing information on the importance of a varied and balanced diet that does not exclude any food , provided that it is consumed in the right amount and frequency and is accompanied by adequate physical activity; welcomes efforts to harmonise systems for possible eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling provided that these are voluntary , informative , non-discriminatory , based on actual portions consumed and on independent science , eschewing simplistic solutions that could influence consumers’ decisions , as opposed to providing them with information on actual nutritional intake and balanced diets; considers that an eu-wide harmonised front-of-pack nutrition labelling system must meet the requirements laid down in article 35 of regulation (eu) no 1169/2011;notes , in this regard , that differences in consumption are linked not only to the availability of raw materials but also to different climates that require greater or lesser intake of certain nutrients , as well as to local traditions and typical recipes that must be taken into account and protected when formulating a balanced diet;


### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health; regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; ### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health; regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; takes the view that reducing the prevalence of excess weight and obesity , reducing morbidity and mortality due to cardiovascular disease , cancer and type 2 diabetes , and increasing the number of healthy life years should be priority objectives; recommends , therefore , that the stimulation of sustainable food processing practices should take into account current data on food and food ingredient consumption in individual countries , their impact on health , as well as recommendations on the principles of proper nutrition;


### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health; regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; ### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods , with high ratios of salt , sugar and fat , place on public health; regrets that nutrient profiles are greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a eu-wide mandatory front-of-pack nutrition labelling based on independent science that would consider foods as part of the wider context of a healthy diet , encouraging variety , typical diet , moderation and a correct balance of all food groups; legislative developments must take account of the fact that certain food products with a designation of origin or geographical indication cannot be merely reduced to their nutritional profile , as their modalities of consumption is compatible with a balanced diet; it might then be much more appropriate for these products to promote a balanced diet rather than a nutritional profile;


### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health; regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; ### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health;


### 3. regrets that increasing vertical and horizontal concentration in the agri-food sector reinforces the industrial food and farming model; believes that the green new deal requires the creation of a new anti-trust environment; ### 3. notes that increasing vertical and horizontal concentration in the agri-food sector reinforces the industrial food and farming model; calls for the dissemination of expertise , improved efficiency and increased innovation in the agri-food sector;


### c. whereas as of 11 december 2019 the wto appellate body ceased to be operational; ### c. whereas as of 11 december 2019 the wto appellate body ceased to be operational which led to the standstill of a functional , independent and impartial appellate stage;


### 4. recognises the crucial role of trade policy during the covid-19 pandemic; reiterates its resolution of 10 june 2021 on ‘meeting the global covid-19 challenge: effects of waiver of the wto trips agreement on covid-19 vaccines , treatment , equipment and increasing production and manufacturing capacity in developing countries’; in this regard , stresses the need to outline a basic agreement on issues such as tariffs on pharmaceutical and medical goods , disciplines on export restrictions , transparency and global cooperation in times of crisis in a ministerial declaration in line with the trade & health initiative; believes that such an agreement is of utmost importance to show the relevance of the wto; calls for the establishment of a new committee on trade and health at mc12 in order to prepare guidelines on how governments can implement existing exceptions and flexibilities in international trade law and to lay the groundwork for a trade pillar for the negotiations on a future international treaty on pandemic response; calls on all wto members to revise the trips agreement in order to enhance affordable access to health products; calls on the eu to actively participate in text-based negotiations to achieve this; ### 4. recognises the crucial role of trade policy during the covid-19 pandemic; reiterates its resolution of 10 june 2021 on ‘meeting the global covid-19 challenge: effects of waiver of the wto trips agreement on covid-19 vaccines , treatment , equipment and increasing production and manufacturing capacity in developing countries’; in this regard , stresses the need to outline a basic agreement on issues such as tariffs on pharmaceutical and medical goods , disciplines on export restrictions , transparency and global cooperation in times of crisis in a ministerial declaration in line with the trade & health initiative; believes that such an agreement is of utmost importance to show the relevance of the wto; calls to prepare guidelines on how governments can implement existing exceptions and flexibilities in international trade law and to lay the groundwork for the negotiations on a future international treaty on pandemic response; calls on all wto members to revise the trips agreement in order to enhance affordable access to health products; calls on the eu to actively participate in text-based negotiations to achieve this;


### 7. strongly urges all wto members to fully engage and work on solutions to restore a fully functioning dispute settlement system as swiftly as possible; warns that without a functioning appellate body the wto is toothless and the tendency to breach multilateral agreements will only increase; strongly supports recent eu initiatives to conclude interim arrangements for provisional solutions with our major trade partners; recalls that a two level process should remain the core objective of the eu’s strategy; emphasises that successful reform will require engaging with the valid concerns of all parties involved and agreeing on a compromise solution; ### 7. strongly urges all wto members to fully engage and work on solutions to restore a fully functioning dispute settlement system as swiftly as possible; warns that without a functioning appellate body the wto is toothless and the tendency to breach multilateral agreements will only increase; strongly supports recent eu initiatives to conclude interim arrangements for provisional solutions with our major trade partners; recalls that a binding , two-tier and independent process should remain the core objective of the eu’s strategy; emphasises that successful reform will require engaging with the valid concerns of all parties involved and agreeing on a compromise solution;


### a. whereas the us remains the eu’s closest strategic partner; ### a. whereas the us remains the eu’s closest strategic partner and both parties must maintain the political will to strengthen the partnership when possible;


### b. whereas the eu and the us share a fundamental interest in shaping the international environment; ### b. whereas the eu and the us share a fundamental interest in shaping the international environment , and thus have the biggest potential to support one another in shaping the international environment in a manner consistent with democratic values;


### c. whereas the election of joe biden as president of the united states and kamala harris as vice-president has created new opportunities to reset the transatlantic relationship; ### c. whereas the election of joe biden as president of the united states and kamala harris as vice-president has created new opportunities to further the transatlantic relationship;


### d. whereas the biden administration has declared its intention to re-establish close relations with the eu and other democratic allies; ### d. whereas the biden administration has declared its intention to re-establish close relations with the eu and other democratic allies providing a renewed opportunity for both parties to fulfil their standing obligations to the international organizations to which they both belong and to ensure greater coordination and burden sharing across a wide spectrum of geopolitical issues moving forward;


### e. whereas the biden administration has reversed some of the most damaging unilateral actions of the trump administration; ### e. whereas the biden administration has altered the us approach to multilateral institutions , enhancing the opportunity for the eu to synergize its efforts in strengthening the transatlantic bond;


### f. whereas constructive dialogue is needed to address the transatlantic divergences; ### f. whereas constructive dialogue is needed to address the transatlantic divergences giving the eu the opportunity to prioritize a transatlantic approach to addressing the growing challenges faced by russia , china , iran and north korea;


### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest , the eu should also foster its strategic autonomy in defence and economic relations; ### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest , the eu should also foster its strategic autonomy in defence to prioritize technological sophistication , streamline procurement practices and ensure interoperability while initiating a renewed call for a transatlantic trade and investment partnership that ensures stronger economic relations;


### h. whereas the eu and the us have the largest bilateral trade and investment relationship and enjoy the most integrated economic relationship in the world; ### h. whereas the eu and the us have the largest bilateral trade and investment relationship and enjoy the most integrated economic relationship in the world creating a need for renewed efforts to secure a transatlantic trade and investment partnership that ensures market access and overcomes challenges to regulatory cooperation;


### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , by putting the fight against inequalities at its centre; ### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , by putting our shared strategic goals such as bolstering our supply chain for medicines and reforming the who , lowering our dependency on external energy reserves , increasing investment in advanced technologies , fighting inequalities and collaborating where appropriate in the training and outfitting of local forces in the southern neighbourhood and african continent at its centre;


### 5. calls for strengthened interparliamentary cooperation between members of the european parliament and members of congress in different thematic areas that could enable the exchange of best practices on global , but also on shared , domestic challenges , such as addressing economic and social inequality , protection of human rights and democratic standards , universal health coverage , legislative convergence on ai , responsibility of online platforms and a just transition towards climate neutrality; ### 5. calls for strengthened interparliamentary cooperation between members of the european parliament and members of congress in different thematic areas that could enable the exchange of best practices on global , but also on shared , domestic challenges , such as addressing economic and social inequality , protection of human rights and democratic standards , universal health coverage , legislative convergence on ai and quantum computing , responsibility of online platforms and a just transition towards climate neutrality;


### 8. urges the stepping up of joint eu-us efforts on climate change , green technology , carbon adjustment , sustainable finance and biodiversity; ### 8. urges the stepping up of joint eu-us efforts on advanced technology development , specifically ai , machine learning , nano and bio-technologies to ensure a coordinated effort in addressing climate change , green technology , carbon adjustment , sustainable finance and biodiversity;


### 9. calls for transatlantic leadership on health diplomacy , notably the reform of the world health organization and equitable global distribution of the covid-19 vaccines , tests and treatments , in particular in lower-income countries , while safeguarding the vaccines as a global public good; insists on fostering cooperation to establish better procedures for preparing for future pandemics , including through complementary supply chains; ### 9. calls for transatlantic leadership on health diplomacy , notably the reform of the world health organization and joint transatlantic effort to deliver equitable global access and distribution of the covid-19 vaccines , tests and treatments , in particular in lower-income countries , while safeguarding the vaccines as a global public good; insists on fostering cooperation to establish better procedures for preparing for future pandemics , including through a coherent and consistent clinical and regulatory approach complementary to global supply chains to ensure flexibility and resilience;


### 10. calls for coordinated efforts to achieve ambitious commitments at the un summits on climate change and biodiversity in 2021; ### 10. calls for coordinated efforts to achieve ambitious commitments at the un summits on pressing issues such as non-proliferation , conflict resolution , countering radicalization and terrorism and coping with climate change and safeguarding biodiversity in 2021;


### 14. welcomes the biden administration’s announced commitment to re-engage with the un human rights council , signalling the us’s renewed intention to promote human rights globally; ### 14. welcomes the biden administration’s announced commitment to re-engage with the un human rights council in an effort to implement the much needed reform of the hrc , signalling the us’s renewed intention to promote human rights globally;


### 16. encourages the us to move towards the abolition of the death penalty , the reform of the criminal justice system , including through addressing systemic racism , and the end of all discrimination against lgbtqi persons; urges dialogue and exchange of best practices between the eu and us on promoting racial and gender equality; ### 16. encourages the us to continue its internal dialogue between its respective administrations and civil societies regarding human rights issues such as the move towards the abolition of the death penalty or the reform of the criminal justice system;


### 20. stresses the common need to defend global democracy against rising authoritarianism , also within the transatlantic community , by , inter alia , fostering inclusive social and economic policies that address the root causes of inequalities and fighting extreme nationalist views that provide a fertile ground for far-right movements to thrive; ### 20. stresses the common need to defend global democracy against rising authoritarianism and neo-marxism , also within the transatlantic community , by , inter alia , fostering inclusive social and economic policies that address the root causes of inequalities and fighting extreme nationalist views that provide a fertile ground for far-right and far-left movements to thrive;


### 23. calls for a comprehensive eu-us dialogue on china that should address the areas of divergence , such as the comprehensive agreement on investments , and explore possibilities for eu-us cooperation with china in multilateral frameworks on common challenges , such as climate change; ### 23. calls for a comprehensive eu-us dialogue on china that should address the areas of divergence , such as the comprehensive agreement on investments , and explore possibilities for eu-us cooperation with china in multilateral frameworks on common challenges , such as climate change , cyberspace , arms control , non-proliferation and emerging disruptive technologies;


### 27. welcomes the recent engagement of the us in the negotiations on a revival of the joint comprehensive plan of action (jcpoa) as a cornerstone of a global non-proliferation regime and a foundation for de-escalation in the middle east and the persian gulf region; calls for renewed transatlantic efforts to meaningfully revive the middle east peace process , leading to a viable two-state solution; ### 27. notes the recent engagement of the us in the negotiations on a revival of the joint comprehensive plan of action (jcpoa) as a cornerstone of a global non-proliferation regime and a foundation for de-escalation in the middle east and the persian gulf region; urges that a revised jcpoa be an improved version that resolves key concerns such as sunset clauses , inspection/verification obstructions and caps further enrichment capabilities; believes that growing concerns of iran’s missile development , violations of human rights and sponsorship of radical groups throughout the region cannot be ignored in a revived jcpoa; supports a transatlantic efforts to meaningfully revive the middle east peace process , through direct negotiations that leads to a viable two-state solution;


### (15) for the purposes of ensuring the flexibility of judicial cooperation in certain cross-border judicial procedures , other means of communication could be more appropriate. in particular , this may be appropriate for direct communication between courts under regulation (eu) 2019/1111 and regulation (eu) 2015/848 of the european parliament and the council38 , as well as direct communication between competent authorities under the union legal acts in criminal matters. in such cases , less formal communication means , such as e-mail , could be used. ### (15) for the purposes of ensuring the flexibility of judicial cooperation in certain cross-border judicial procedures , other means of communication could be more appropriate. in particular , this may be appropriate for direct communication between courts under regulation (eu) 2019/1111 and regulation (eu) 2015/848 of the european parliament and the council38 , as well as direct communication between competent authorities under the union legal acts in criminal matters. in such cases , less formal communication means , such as e-mail , could be used. such a situation may arise in particular when there is a need to communicate informally. the decision as to whether to use a particular means of communication should be left to the discretion of the competent authority in each individual case.


### the legal effects of electronic documents; ### deleted


### electronic payment of fees. ### deleted


### electronic communication between natural or legal persons and competent authorities , and electronic payment of fees in cross-border civil and commercial matters , in the context of the legal acts listed in annex i; and ### electronic communication between natural or legal persons and competent authorities in the context of the legal acts listed in annex i , insofar as this is provided for in national proceedings for specific procedures; and


### (1) “competent authorities” means courts , public prosecutors , union agencies and bodies and other authorities taking part in judicial cooperation procedures in accordance with the provisions of the legal acts listed in annex i and annex ii; ### (1) “competent authorities” means courts , public prosecutors and other national or union bodies taking part in judicial cooperation procedures in accordance with the provisions of the legal acts listed in annex i and annex ii;


### (2) “electronic communication” means digital exchange of information over the internet or another electronic communication network; ### (2) “electronic communication” means digital exchange of data over the internet or another electronic communication network;


### (3) “electronic document” means a document transmitted as part of electronic communication , including scanned paper documents; ### (3) “electronic document” means an information storage medium which allows its contents to be consulted;


### (4) “decentralised it system” means a network of it systems and interoperable access points , operating under the individual responsibility and management of each member state , union agency or body that enables the secure and reliable cross-border exchange of information; ### (4) “decentralised it system” means the e-codex system within the meaning of regulation (eu) 2022/850 of 30 may 2022 on a computerised system for the cross-border electronic exchange of data in the area of judicial cooperation in civil and criminal matters (e-codex system) , and amending regulation (eu) 2018/1726;


### 1. written communication between competent authorities in cases falling under the scope of the legal acts listed in annex i and annex ii , including the exchange of forms established by these acts , shall be carried out through a secure and reliable decentralised it system. ### 1. communication between competent authorities of different member states in cases falling under the scope of the legal acts listed in annex i and annex ii , including the exchange of forms established by these acts , shall be carried out , as a rule , through a decentralised it system.


### 2. where electronic communication in accordance with paragraph 1 is not possible due to the disruption of the decentralised it system , the nature of the transmitted material or exceptional circumstances , the transmission shall be carried out by the swiftest , most appropriate alternative means , taking into account the need to ensure a secure and reliable exchange of information. ### 2. where electronic communication in accordance with paragraph 1 is not possible due to the disruption of the decentralised it system , the nature of the transmitted material or exceptional circumstances , the transmission shall be carried out by the swiftest , most appropriate alternative means , taking into account the need to ensure a secure and reliable exchange of information. where the criminal proceedings concerned are of a sensitive nature , the competent authority may decide that direct physical exchange of data is necessary.


### 3. where the use of the decentralised it system is not appropriate in view of the specific circumstances of the communication in question , any other means of communication may be used. ### 3. where the competent authorities consider , in the context of specific proceedings , that the use of the decentralised it system is not appropriate , in particular where there are specific circumstances associated with the communication in question , any other means of communication may be used.


### 4. paragraph 3 of this article shall not apply to the exchange of forms provided by the instruments listed in annex i and annex ii. ### 4. paragraph 3 of this article shall not apply to the exchange of forms provided by the instruments listed in annex i and annex ii , except as regards the possible use of the forms by parties to proceedings


### the european electronic access point; or ### national it portals , where available; or


### national it portals , where available. ### the european electronic access point.


### 2. competent authorities shall communicate with natural and legal persons through the european electronic access point , where that natural or legal person gave prior express consent to the use of this means of communication. ### 2. competent authorities shall communicate with natural and legal persons in the first instance through the national it portal , or through the european electronic access point , where that natural or legal person gave prior express consent to the use of this means of communication when required.


### competent authorities shall accept electronic communication under article 5(1) , transmitted through the european electronic access point or national it portals , where available. ### competent authorities shall accept electronic communication under article 5(1) , transmitted through national it portals or the european electronic access point , where available. electronic means of communication with the court in proceedings with a cross-border component may only be used where national legislation provides an analogous route for participants in proceedings without such a component.


### (1) council framework decision 2002/465/jha of 13 june 2002 on joint investigation teams. ### deleted


### article 2 ### deleted


### a. whereas independent journalism and access to pluralistic information are key pillars of democracy; whereas civil society is essential for any democracy to thrive; ### a. whereas independent journalism , freedom of expression and access to pluralistic information are key pillars of democracy; whereas civil society is essential for any democracy to thrive;


### 5. is concerned about the increase in online hate speech , notably against freedom of the press and freedom of expression; stresses the need for better cooperation between authorities and online platform service providers in order to combat hate speech , without destabilising the fundamental right to freedom of expression; ### 5. is concerned about the increase in online hate speech , notably against freedom of the press and freedom of expression; stresses the need for better cooperation between authorities and online platform service providers in order to combat hate speech , above all that directed against particularly vulnerable groups , such as persons with disabilities , women and lgbtiq people , without destabilising the fundamental right to freedom of expression;


### secretariat of the board ### bureau of the board


### 1. the board shall have a secretariat , which shall be provided by the commission. ### 1. the board shall be supported by an independent bureau.


### 2. the main task of the secretariat shall be to contribute to the execution of the tasks of the board laid down in this regulation and in directive 2010/13/eu. ### 2. the main task of the bureau shall be to contribute to the execution of the tasks of the board laid down in this regulation and in directive 2010/13/eu.


### 3. the secretariat shall provide administrative and organisational support to the activities of the board. the secretariat shall also assist the board in carrying out its tasks. ### 3. the bureau shall also provide administrative and organisational support to the activities of the board.


### advise the commission , where requested by it , on regulatory , technical or practical aspects pertinent to the consistent application of this regulation and implementation of directive 2010/13/eu as well as all on other matters related to media services within its competence. where the commission requests advice or opinions from the board , it may indicate a time limit , taking into account the urgency of the matter; ### advise the commission , on the board’s own initiative or where requested by the commission , on regulatory , technical or practical aspects pertinent to the consistent application of this regulation and implementation of directive 2010/13/eu as well as all on other matters related to media services within its competence. where the commission requests advice or opinions from the board , it may indicate a time limit , taking into account the urgency of the matter;


### in agreement with the commission , draw up opinions with respect to: ### draw up opinions with respect to:


### requests for cooperation and mutual assistance between national regulatory authorities or bodies , in accordance with article 13(7) of this regulation; ### requests for cooperation (exchange of information and/or mutual assistance) between national regulatory authorities or bodies , in accordance with article 13(7) of this regulation;


### upon request of the commission , draw up opinions with respect to: ### on its own initiative or upon request of the commission , draw up opinions with respect to:


### 1. a national regulatory authority or body may request (‘requesting authority’) cooperation or mutual assistance at any time from one or more national regulatory authorities or bodies (‘requested authorities’) for the purposes of exchange of information or taking measures relevant for the consistent and effective application of this regulation or the national measures implementing directive 2010/13/eu. ### 1. a national regulatory authority or body may request (‘requesting authority’) cooperation (exchange of information and/or mutual assistance) at any time from one or more national regulatory authorities or bodies (‘requested authorities’) for the purposes of exchange of information or taking measures relevant for the consistent and effective application of this regulation or the national measures implementing directive 2010/13/eu.


### 3. requests for cooperation or mutual assistance , including accelerated cooperation or mutual assistance , shall contain all the necessary information , including the purpose of and reasons for it. ### 3. requests for cooperation (exchange of information and/or or mutual assistance) , including accelerated cooperation or mutual assistance , shall contain all the necessary information , including the purpose of and reasons for it , as specified in the board’s rules of procedure.


### 6. the requested authority shall do its utmost to address and reply to the request without undue delay. the requested authority shall provide intermediary results within the period of 14 calendar days from the receipt of the request , with subsequent regular updates on the progress of execution of the request. in case of requests for accelerated cooperation or mutual assistance , the requested authority shall address and reply to the request within 14 calendar days. ### 6. the requested authority shall do its utmost to address and reply to the request without undue delay. further details on the procedure of the structured cooperation , including the rights and obligations of the parties as well as the deadlines to be respected , shall be defined in the board’s rules of procedure.


### 7. where the requesting authority does not consider the measures taken by the requested authority to be sufficient to address and reply to its request , it shall inform the requested authority without undue delay , explaining the reasons for its position. if the requested authority does not agree with that position , or if the requested authority’s reaction is missing , either authority may refer the matter to the board. within 14 calendar days from the receipt of that referral , the board shall issue , in agreement with the commission , an opinion on the matter , including recommended actions. the requested authority shall do its outmost to take into account the opinion of the board. ### 7. where the requesting authority does not consider the measures taken by the requested authority to be sufficient to address and reply to its request , it shall inform the requested authority without undue delay , explaining the reasons for its position. if the requested authority does not agree with that position , or if the requested authority’s reaction is missing , either authority may refer the matter to the board. within a time period to be defined in the boards' rules of procedure from the receipt of that referral , the board shall issue , in consultation with the commission where deemed relevant , an opinion on the matter , including recommended actions. the requested authority shall do its outmost to take into account the opinion of the board.


### 2. the requested national authority or body shall , without undue delay and within 30 calendar days , inform the requesting national authority or body about the actions taken or planned pursuant to paragraph 1. ### 2. the requested national authority or body shall , without undue delay and within a maximum time period to be defined in the boards’ rules of procedure , inform the requesting national authority or body about the actions taken or planned pursuant to paragraph 1 , or justify the reasons for which action was not taken.


### 3. in the event of a disagreement between the requesting national authority or body and the requested authority or body regarding actions taken pursuant to paragraph 1 , either authority or body may refer the matter to the board for mediation in view of finding an amicable solution. ### 3. in the event of a disagreement between the requesting national authority or body and the requested authority or body regarding actions taken or planned , or a refusal to take action , pursuant to paragraph 1 , either authority or body may refer the matter to the board for mediation in view of finding an amicable solution.


### 4. if no amicable solution has been found following mediation by the board , the requesting national authority or body or the requested national authority or body may request the board to issue an opinion on the matter. in its opinion the board shall assess whether the requested authority or body has complied with a request referred to in paragraph 1. if the board considers that the requested authority has not complied with such a request , the board shall recommend actions to comply with the request. the board shall issue its opinion , in agreement with the commission , without undue delay. ### 4. if no amicable solution has been found following mediation by the board , the requesting national authority or body or the requested national authority or body may request the board to issue an opinion on the matter. in its opinion the board shall assess whether the requested authority or body has complied with a request referred to in paragraph 1. if the board considers that the requested authority has not complied with such a request , but shall do so , the board shall recommend actions to comply with the request. the board shall issue its opinion , in consultation with the commission , where deemed relevant , without undue delay.


### 5. the requested national authority or body shall , without undue delay and within 30 calendar days at the latest from the receipt of the opinion referred to in paragraph 4 , inform the board , the commission and the requesting authority or body of the actions taken or planned in relation to the opinion. ### 5. the requested national authority or body shall , without undue delay and within a maximum time period to be defined in the board’s rules of procedure from the receipt of the opinion referred to in paragraph 4 , inform the board , the commission and the requesting authority or body of the actions taken or planned in relation to the opinion.


### 3. the commission may issue an opinion on any matter related to the application of this regulation and of the national rules implementing directive 2010/13/eu. the board shall assist the commission in this regard , where requested. ### 3. the commission , assisted by the board , may issue an opinion on any matter related to the application of this regulation and of the national rules implementing directive 2010/13/eu.


### coordination of measures concerning media service providers established outside the union ### coordination of measures concerning media service providers originating from outside the union


### 1. the board shall coordinate measures by national regulatory authorities or bodies related to the dissemination of or access to media services provided by media service providers established outside the union that target audiences in the union where , inter alia in view of the control that may be exercised by third countries over them , such media services prejudice or present a serious and grave risk of prejudice to public security and defence. ### 1. the board shall facilitate the cooperation between national regulatory authorities or bodies related to the dissemination of or access to media services provided by media service providers originating from outside the union that , irrespective of the means of distribution or access , target or reach audiences in the union where , inter alia in view of the nature of the control that may be exercised by third countries over them , such media services prejudice or present a serious and grave risk of prejudice to public security , including the safeguarding of national security and defence , or public health , or where their programs include incitement to violence or hatred or public provocation to commit a terrorist offence.


### 2. the board , in agreement with the commission , may issue opinions on appropriate national measures under paragraph 1. all competent national authorities , including the national regulatory authorities or bodies , shall do their utmost to take into account the opinions of the board. ### 2. all competent national authorities , including the national regulatory authorities or bodies , shall do their utmost to take into account the opinions of the board issued according to paragraph 1a and 1b.


### it is subject to regulatory requirements for the exercise of editorial responsibility in one or more member states , or adheres to a co-regulatory or self-regulatory mechanism governing editorial standards , widely recognised and accepted in the relevant media sector in one or more member states. ### it is subject to regulatory requirements for the exercise of editorial responsibility in one or more member states , or adheres to a co-regulatory or self-regulatory mechanism governing editorial standards , widely recognised and accepted in the relevant media sector in one or more member states.


### 2. where a provider of very large online platform decides to suspend the provision of its online intermediation services in relation to content provided by a media service provider that submitted a declaration pursuant to paragraph 1 of this article , on the grounds that such content is incompatible with its terms and conditions , without that content contributing to a systemic risk referred to in article 26 of the regulation (eu) 2022/xxx [digital services act] , it shall take all possible measures , to the extent consistent with their obligations under union law , including regulation (eu) 2022/xxx [digital services act] , to communicate to the media service provider concerned the statement of reasons accompanying that decision , as required by article 4(1) of regulation (eu) 2019/1150 , prior to the suspension taking effect. ### 2. without prejudice to its obligations pursuant to articles 34 and 35 of regulation (eu) 2022/2065 , where a provider of very large online platform or very large search engine decides to suspend or otherwise restrict the provision of its online intermediation services in relation to any content provided by a media service provider that submitted a declaration pursuant to paragraph 1 of this article , on the grounds that such content is incompatible with its terms and conditions , it shall take all possible measures :


### 2. where a provider of very large online platform decides to suspend the provision of its online intermediation services in relation to content provided by a media service provider that submitted a declaration pursuant to paragraph 1 of this article , on the grounds that such content is incompatible with its terms and conditions , without that content contributing to a systemic risk referred to in article 26 of the regulation (eu) 2022/xxx [digital services act] , it shall take all possible measures , to the extent consistent with their obligations under union law , including regulation (eu) 2022/xxx [digital services act] , to communicate to the media service provider concerned the statement of reasons accompanying that decision , as required by article 4(1) of regulation (eu) 2019/1150 , prior to the suspension taking effect. ### 2. where a provider of very large online platform decides to restrict and or to suspend the provision of its online intermediation services in relation to content provided by a media service provider that submitted a declaration pursuant to paragraph 1 of this article , on the grounds that such content is incompatible with its terms and conditions , without that content contributing to a systemic risk referred to in article 26 of the regulation (eu) 2022/xxx [digital services act] , it shall take all possible measures , to the extent consistent with their obligations under union law , including regulation (eu) 2022/xxx [digital services act] , to communicate to the media service provider concerned the statement of reasons accompanying that decision , as required by article 4(1) of regulation (eu) 2019/1150 , prior to the suspension taking effect.


### 4. where a media service provider that submitted a declaration pursuant to paragraph 1 considers that a provider of very large online platform frequently restricts or suspends the provision of its services in relation to content provided by the media service provider without sufficient grounds , the provider of very large online platform shall engage in a meaningful and effective dialogue with the media service provider , upon its request , in good faith with a view to finding an amicable solution for terminating unjustified restrictions or suspensions and avoiding them in the future. the media service provider may notify the outcome of such exchanges to the board. ### 4. where a media service provider that submitted a declaration pursuant to paragraph 1 considers that a provider of very large online platform restricts or suspends the provision of its services in relation to content provided by the media service provider without sufficient grounds , the provider of very large online platform shall engage in a meaningful and effective dialogue with the media service provider , upon its request , in good faith with a view to finding an amicable solution for terminating unjustified restrictions or suspensions and avoiding them in the future. the media service providers have always the right to appeal to the court or to the competent national authority , through the effective and expeditious complaint and redress independent mechanism provided for in paragraph 2. the media service provider may notify the outcome of such exchanges to the board. very large online platform shall notify to the board the outcome of such dialogue and/or the outcome of such complaint and redress independent mechanism.


### 6. with a view to facilitating the consistent and effective implementation of this article , the commission may issue guidelines to establish the form and details of the declaration set out in paragraph 1. ### 6. with a view to facilitating the consistent and effective implementation of this article , the commission shall adopt an implementing act that issues guidelines to establish the form and details of the declaration set out in paragraph 1 , including modalities of involvement of relevant civil society organisations in the review of the declarations , in consultation with the relevant independent authority or body of the country of establishment , where relevant , and address any potential abuse of the functionality


### (22) independent national regulatory authorities or bodies are key for the proper application of media law across the union. national regulatory authorities or bodies referred to in article 30 of directive 2010/13/eu are best placed to ensure the correct application of the requirements related to regulatory cooperation and a well-functioning market for media services , envisaged in chapter iii of this regulation. in order to ensure a consistent application of this regulation and other union media law , it is necessary to set up an independent advisory body at union level gathering such authorities or bodies and coordinating their actions. the european regulators group for audiovisual media services (erga) , established by directive 2010/13/eu , has been essential in promoting the consistent implementation of that directive. the european board for media services (‘the board’) should therefore build on erga and replace it. this requires a targeted amendment of directive 2010/13/eu to delete its article 30b , which establishes erga , and to replace references to erga and its tasks as a consequence. the amendment of directive 2010/13/eu by this regulation is justified in this case as it is limited to a provision which does not need to be transposed by member states and is addressed to the institutions of the union. ### (22) independent national regulatory authorities or bodies are key for the proper application of media law across the union. national regulatory authorities or bodies referred to in article 30 of directive 2010/13/eu are best placed to ensure the correct application of the requirements related to regulatory cooperation and a well-functioning market for media services , envisaged in chapter iii of this regulation. therefore , given the importance and the extensive nature of the new tasks conferred by this regulation to these authorities , directly or indirectly , it is of utmost importance to ensure that the financial , human and technical resources of the national regulatory authorities or bodies are adequately and sufficiently increased. in this sense , member states could make use of national resources coming from the auctioning of the spectrum , the digital dividend or the introduction of a levy on regulated entities. member states should also provide the commission with all relevant information concerning the increase of financial , human and technical resources. moreover , within the framework of the applicable public function , and budgetary regulations , the national regulatory authorities should have full authority over the recruitment and management of the staff , who should be hired under clear and transparent rules. the capacity over the management of the staff should include autonomy to decide the required profile , qualification , expertise , and other human resources features , including salary and retribution , with independence from other public bodies. the national regulatory authorities should also have full autonomy and decision-making control in terms of management of internal structure , organization , and procedures for the effective performance of their duties and the effective exercise of their powers. without prejudice to national budgetary rules and procedures , national regulatory authorities should have allocated a separated annual budget. member states should ensure that national authorities are granted full autonomy in the spending of the allocated budget for the purpose of carrying out their duties. any control on the budget of the national regulatory authorities should be exercised in a transparent manner. annual accounts of regulatory authorities should have an ex post control by an independent auditor , and should be made public.


### (23) the board should bring together senior representatives of the national regulatory authorities or bodies referred to in article 30 of directive 2010/13/eu , appointed by such authorities or bodies. in cases where member states have several relevant regulatory authorities or bodies , including at regional level , a joint representative should be chosen through appropriate procedures and the voting right should remain limited to one representative per member state. this should not affect the possibility for the other national regulatory authorities or bodies to participate , as appropriate , in the meetings of the board. the board should also have the possibility to invite to attend its meetings , in agreement with the commission , experts and observers , including in particular regulatory authorities or bodies from candidate countries , potential candidate countries , eea countries , or ad hoc delegates from other competent national authorities. due to the sensitivity of the media sector and following the practice of erga decisions in accordance with its rules of procedure , the board should adopt its decisions on the basis of a two-thirds majority of the votes. ### (23) the board should bring together senior representatives of the national regulatory authorities or bodies referred to in article 30 of directive 2010/13/eu , appointed by such authorities or bodies. in cases where member states have several relevant regulatory authorities or bodies , including at regional level , a joint representative should be chosen through appropriate procedures and the voting right should remain limited to one representative per member state. this should not affect the possibility for the other national regulatory authorities or bodies to participate , as appropriate , in the meetings of the board. the board should also have the possibility to invite , on a case-by-case basis , external experts to attend its meetings. the board , in consultation with the commission , should have the possibility to designate permanent observers , including in particular regulatory authorities or bodies from candidate countries , potential candidate countries , eea countries , or to invite ad hoc delegates from other competent national authorities. due to the sensitivity of the media sector and following the practice of erga decisions in accordance with its rules of procedure , the board should adopt its decisions on the basis of a two-thirds majority of the votes.


### (24) without prejudice to the powers granted to the commission by the treaties , it is essential that the commission and the board work and cooperate closely. in particular , the board should actively support the commission in its tasks of ensuring the consistent application of this regulation and of the national rules implementing directive 2010/13/eu. for that purpose , the board should in particular advise and assist the commission on regulatory , technical or practical aspects pertinent to the application of union law , promote cooperation and the effective exchange of information , experience and best practices and draw up opinions in agreement with the commission or upon its request in the cases envisaged by this regulation. in order to effectively fulfil its tasks , the board should be able to rely on the expertise and human resources of a secretariat provided by the commission. the commission secretariat should provide administrative and organisational support to the board , and help the board in carrying out its tasks. ### (24) without prejudice to the powers granted to the commission by the treaties , it is essential that the commission and the board work and cooperate closely. in particular , the board should actively support the commission in its tasks of ensuring the consistent application of this regulation and of the national rules implementing directive 2010/13/eu. for that purpose , the board should in particular advise and assist the commission on regulatory , technical or practical aspects pertinent to the application of union law , promote cooperation and the effective exchange of information , experience and best practices and draw up opinions on its own initiative or upon the commission’s request in the cases envisaged by this regulation. in order to effectively and independently fulfil its tasks , the board should be able to rely on the expertise and human resources of a body of the union having legal personality , an independent bureau dedicated to the board. the bureau of the european board for media services should provide administrative and organisational support to the board , and help the board in carrying out its tasks.


### (26) to ensure the effective enforcement of union media law , to prevent the possible circumvention of the applicable media rules by rogue media service providers and to avoid the raising of additional barriers in the internal market for media services , it is essential to provide for a clear , legally binding framework for national regulatory authorities or bodies to cooperate effectively and efficiently. ### (26) aware of these challenges , the european regulators’ group for audiovisual media services adopted in 2020 a memorandum of understanding , a voluntary framework for cooperation to strengthen cross-border enforcement of media rules on audiovisual media services and video-sharing platforms. building on this voluntary framework , in order to ensure the comprehensive and effective enforcement of union media law , to prevent the possible circumvention of the applicable media rules by rogue media service providers and to avoid the raising of additional barriers in the internal market for media services , it is essential to provide for a clear , legally binding framework for national regulatory authorities or bodies to cooperate effectively and efficiently.