### 1. welcomes the continuous deepening of eu-georgia relations and the firm support that georgia’s chosen path of european and euro-atlantic integration enjoys across the political spectrum and in society; acknowledges the progress achieved by georgia , which has made it a key partner of the eu in the region , and reiterates the need to continue implementing reforms under the association agreement (aa) and the deep and comprehensive free trade area; ### 1. welcomes the continuous deepening of eu-georgia relations and the firm support that georgia’s chosen path of european and euro-atlantic integration enjoys across the political spectrum and in society; acknowledges the progress achieved by georgia , which has made it a key partner of the eu in the region , and reiterates the need to continue implementing reforms under the association agreement (aa) and the deep and comprehensive free trade area; reminds that the eu assistance is based on the principle "more for more" and conditional to reform progress in , but not limited to , areas of democracy and rule of law , independence of judiciary and electoral system reform;


### a. whereas serbia must be judged on its own merits and whereas the quality of and dedication to the necessary reforms determine the timetable for accession; ### a. whereas serbia must be judged , as any country aspiring to become member state of the eu , on its own merits in terms of fulfilment , implementation and complying with the set of criteria and common values and whereas the quality of and dedication to the necessary reforms determine the timetable and progression of accession;


### b. whereas democracy and rule of law are fundamental values on which the eu is founded and are at the heart of enlargement and stabilisation and association processes; whereas reforms are needed to tackle the challenges that remain in these areas; ### b. whereas democracy and rule of law are fundamental values on which the eu is founded and are at the heart of enlargement and stabilisation and association processes; whereas sustainable reforms are needed to tackle the challenges that remain in these areas;


### c. whereas since the opening of negotiations with serbia , eighteen chapters have been opened , two of which have been provisionally closed; ### c. whereas since the opening of negotiations with serbia , eighteen chapters have been opened , two of which have been provisionally closed; whereas serbia has decided to accept the new eu enlargement methodology;


### f. whereas serbia has remained committed to creating a functioning market economy and has continued to implement the obligations of the stabilisation and association agreement , although a number of compliance issues remain; ### f. whereas serbia has remained committed to creating a functioning market economy and has continued to implement the obligations of the stabilisation and association agreement , although a number of compliance issues remain; whereas corruption continues to hamper economic development


### h. whereas the inter-party dialogue on improving the conditions for holding parliamentary elections , facilitated by the european parliament , continues to provide a unique platform for reaching consensus on commitments to improve electoral conditions; ### h. whereas the inter-party dialogue on improving the conditions for holding parliamentary elections , facilitated by the european parliament , continues to provide a unique platform for reaching consensus on commitments to improve electoral conditions , and aims to engage the opposition to return to the political and parliamentary activities in serbia;


### i. whereas the eu agreed on the reallocation of eur 374 million from the instrument for pre-accession assistance to help mitigate the socio-economic impact of covid-19 in the region; ### i. whereas the eu agreed on the additional reallocation of eur 374 million from the instrument for pre-accession assistance to help mitigate the socio-economic impact of covid-19 in the region;


### j. whereas the eu is serbia’s biggest trading partner; whereas serbia benefits from eu assistance under the instrument for pre-accession assistance; ### j. whereas the eu is serbia’s biggest trading partner; whereas serbia benefits from eu assistance under the instrument for pre-accession assistance with a total indicative funding allocation of eur 1.539 ,1 billion for the period 2014-2020;


### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal and that it is among the priorities of the newly elected government; ### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal and that it is among the priorities of the newly elected government , therefore calls on the member states to enable the opening of all technically prepared negotiating chapters and accelerate the negotiating process of serbia;


### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal and that it is among the priorities of the newly elected government; ### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal and that it is among the priorities of the newly elected government; encourages serbian authorities to communicate more actively and unambiguously their commitment to european values in the public debate;


### 2. underlines that the momentum created by the new mandate following the 21 june 2020 elections in serbia is an opportunity to make important progress towards serbia’s european perspective; advocates for the opening of additional negotiating chapters as serbia makes the necessary commitments to reform; notes that the opening of chapters is a tool for achieving sustainable pro-european change in serbia; ### 2. underlines that the momentum created by the new mandate following the 21 june 2020 elections in serbia is an opportunity to make important progress towards serbia’s european perspective and is thus encouraged to move forward decisively on all reforms in order to pave the way for opening new chapters; advocates for the opening of additional negotiating chapters as serbia makes the necessary commitments to reform; notes that the opening of chapters is a tool for achieving sustainable pro-european change in serbia; calls on the council and the commission to support the opening of the technically prepared chapters and to accelerate the overall accession negotiation process;


### 2. underlines that the momentum created by the new mandate following the 21 june 2020 elections in serbia is an opportunity to make important progress towards serbia’s european perspective; advocates for the opening of additional negotiating chapters as serbia makes the necessary commitments to reform; notes that the opening of chapters is a tool for achieving sustainable pro-european change in serbia; ### 2. underlines that the momentum created by the new mandate following the 21 june 2020 elections in serbia is an opportunity to make important progress towards serbia’s european perspective; advocates for the opening of additional negotiating chapters as serbia makes the necessary commitments to reform; notes that the opening of chapters is a tool for achieving sustainable reforms and pro-european aspirations in serbia;


### 3. notes that serbia has continued aligning its legislation with the acquis; underlines that progress on the rule of law and fundamental rights chapters , as well as on the normalisation of relations with kosovo , continues to be essential and will determine the pace of accession negotiations; ### 3. notes that serbia has continued aligning its legislation with the acquis; underlines that progress on chapters 23 (judiciary and fundamental rights) and 24 (justice , freedom and security) , as well as on the normalisation of relations with kosovo , continues to be essential and will determine the pace of accession negotiations;


### 3. notes that serbia has continued aligning its legislation with the acquis; underlines that progress on the rule of law and fundamental rights chapters , as well as on the normalisation of relations with kosovo , continues to be essential and will determine the pace of accession negotiations; ### 3. notes that serbia has continued and must continue to strengthen aligning and implementing its legislation in accordance with the acquis; underlines that progress on the rule of law and fundamental rights chapters , as well as on the normalisation of relations with kosovo , continues to be essential and will determine the pace of accession negotiations;


### 4. stresses the importance of strategic communication on eu accession by serbian stakeholders; underlines that public discussion about eu accession must be based on facts; encourages the serbian authorities to communicate more actively their commitment to european values in public debate; ### 4. stresses the importance of strategic communication on the benefits of eu accession by serbian stakeholders; underlines that public discussion about eu accession must be based on facts; encourages the serbian authorities to communicate more actively their commitment to european values in public debate;


### 5. calls on serbia and the eu member states to pursue a more active and effective communication policy on the european perspective , aimed at both serbian and eu citizens; ### 5. calls on serbia and the eu member states to pursue a more active and effective communication policy on the european perspective , aimed at both serbian and eu citizens; notes the disproportionate visibility given to third countries , despite their closer involvement of the european union in trade , investment and aid to serbia; calls on serbia , the commission and the eu delegation to serbia to step up their efforts in promoting the role , efforts and benefits of the close partnership between eu and serbia , including by the promotion of projects and reforms realised with european support;


### 5. calls on serbia and the eu member states to pursue a more active and effective communication policy on the european perspective , aimed at both serbian and eu citizens; ### 5. calls on serbia and the eu member states to pursue a more active and effective communication policy on the european perspective , aimed at both serbian and eu citizens; notes that there is an urgent need to engage with serbian citizens beyond the major cities especially with regards to importance of the reform process and of the tangible benefits of eu accession and calls on the eu to further increase its support for grassroot civil society


### 6. believes that the conference on the future of europe should seek ways of involving serbian representatives; ### 6. believes that the conference on the future of europe should seek ways of involving serbian representatives , as well as those from the other western balkan countries to demonstrate the eu's commitment to their european perspective ;


### 7. takes note of the conclusions of the final report of the osce/odihr special election assessment mission that the 21 june 2020 parliamentary elections were administered efficiently but that the dominance of the ruling party , including in the media , was of concern; calls on the authorities to address fully all odihr recommendations well ahead of the next elections; ### 7. takes note of the conclusions of the final report of the osce/odihr special election assessment mission that the 21 june 2020 parliamentary elections were administered efficiently but that the dominance of the ruling party , including in the media , was of concern; welcomes the establishing of the working group for the implementation of odihr recommendations; calls on the authorities to address fully all odihr recommendations well ahead of the next elections;


### 7. takes note of the conclusions of the final report of the osce/odihr special election assessment mission that the 21 june 2020 parliamentary elections were administered efficiently but that the dominance of the ruling party , including in the media , was of concern; calls on the authorities to address fully all odihr recommendations well ahead of the next elections; ### 7. takes note of the conclusions of the final report of the osce/odihr special election assessment mission that the 21 june 2020 parliamentary elections were administered efficiently but that the dominance of the ruling party , including in the media , was of concern; welcomes the creation of the working group for the implementation of odhir recommendations; calls on the authorities to address fully all odihr recommendations well ahead of the next elections;


### 8. regrets the decision by parts of the opposition to boycott the elections; stresses that the only way to guarantee political representation for their constituents is by engaging in political and electoral processes; ### 8. regrets the decision by parts of the opposition to boycott the elections; stresses that the only way to guarantee political representation for their constituents is by engaging in political and electoral processes; calls on the opposition to return to the negotiation table , find a compromise with the governing parties and resume its participation in the political and parliamentary activities;


### 9. welcomes the establishment of the inter-party dialogue (ipd) facilitated by the european parliament and the initial measures taken by the serbian authorities and the parliamentary majority to improve electoral conditions; calls for further implementation of all commitments undertaken in the framework of the ipd; ### 9. welcomes the establishment of the inter-party dialogue (ipd) facilitated by the european parliament and the measures taken by the serbian authorities and the parliamentary majority to improve electoral conditions; calls for further implementation of the remaining commitments undertaken in the framework of the ipd;


### 9. welcomes the establishment of the inter-party dialogue (ipd) facilitated by the european parliament and the initial measures taken by the serbian authorities and the parliamentary majority to improve electoral conditions; calls for further implementation of all commitments undertaken in the framework of the ipd; ### 9. welcomes the establishment of the inter-party dialogue (ipd) with the national assembly facilitated by the european parliament and the initial measures taken by the serbian authorities and the parliamentary majority to improve electoral conditions; calls for further implementation of all commitments undertaken in the framework of the ipd;


### 10. calls for the continuation of the ipd with the involvement of all relevant stakeholders and pro-european political forces in the country; ### 10. calls for the continuation of the ipd with the national assembly under european parliament's facilitation with the involvement of all relevant stakeholders and pro-european political forces in serbia in order to improve the political climate and trust across the political spectrum;


### 11. calls on the new government to focus on fundamental reforms and address structural shortcomings in the areas of rule of law , fundamental rights , the functioning of democratic institutions and public administration; ### 11. calls on the new government to focus on fundamental reforms and address structural shortcomings in the areas of rule of law , fundamental rights , media freedom and the functioning of democratic institutions and public administration;


### 12. urges serbia to deliver convincing results , including a sustainable track record with effective investigations in areas of concern such as the judiciary , freedom of expression and the fight against corruption and organised crime; reiterates its call for justice from 2018 with regard to the unlawful demolition of private property in belgrade; ### 12. urges serbia to deliver convincing results , including a sustainable track record with effective investigations in areas of concern such as the judiciary , freedom of expression and the fight against corruption and organised crime; reiterates its call for justice from 2018 with regard to the unlawful demolition of private property in the savamala neighbourhood in belgrade;


### 13. urges the serbian parliament to adopt constitutional reforms aimed at strengthening the independence of the judiciary; ### 13. notes with concern the continued political influence over the judiciary , and notes the need for strengthening the safeguards for the independence of the judiciary , including , if applicable , by revising the current system of recruitment and human resource management to turn it into a fully merit-based procedure; is concerned with the constitutional reform being put on hold and calls for the adoption of judicial legislation without unnecessary delay;


### 14. welcomes improvements to the practices and procedures of the national assembly; underlines that the quality of the legislative process still needs to be improved by increasing transparency and social dialogue and ensuring that independent regulatory bodies are empowered to exercise their oversight roles effectively; ### 14. welcomes improvements to the practices and procedures of the national assembly , including the reduction in filibustering , number of urgent procedures and regrouping of unrelated items under the same agenda points; underlines that the quality of the legislative process still needs to be improved by increasing transparency and social dialogue and ensuring that independent regulatory bodies are empowered to exercise their oversight roles effectively;


### 15. welcomes the adoption of the new media strategy and calls for its full implementation; ### 15. welcomes the adoption of the new media strategy and calls for its full implementation; remains concerned at the lack of progress in investigating attacks on journalists involving police offers during the july 2020 protests;


### 16. regrets the lack of progress on media freedom , abusive language , intimidation and even hate speech; urges serbian authorities to take immediate measures to guarantee freedom of expression and media independence; ### 16. regrets the lack of progress on media freedom , abusive language , intimidation and even hate speech; remains concerned by the legal and administrative harassment and intimidation of civil society organisations , and is alarmed by ohchr's statement on how these actors are targeted using the country's anti-terrorism law; urges serbian authorities to take immediate measures to guarantee freedom of expression and assembly , as well as and media independence;


### 16. regrets the lack of progress on media freedom , abusive language , intimidation and even hate speech; urges serbian authorities to take immediate measures to guarantee freedom of expression and media independence; ### 16. regrets the lack of progress on media freedom , abusive language , intimidation and even hate speech; urges serbian authorities to take immediate measures to guarantee freedom of expression and media independence; recalls that a free and independent media plays a major role in democracy;


### 17. notes that the legal and institutional framework for upholding human rights is broadly in place and calls for its more effective implementation , with particular regard to the most vulnerable groups in society , including national minorities , in the areas of education , use of minority languages , adequate representation in public administration and the judiciary; ### 17. notes that the legal and institutional framework for upholding human rights is broadly in place and calls for its more effective implementation , with particular regard to the most vulnerable groups in society; calls on serbia to protect and promote cultural heritage , languages and traditions of its national minorities and to firmly reject any attempts of discrimination or assimilation; calls on serbia to provide equal and non-discriminatory education in minority languages , dedicated media space in the state and local outlets as well to ensure equal opportunities , adequate representation in political life , public administration and the judiciary;


### 17. notes that the legal and institutional framework for upholding human rights is broadly in place and calls for its more effective implementation , with particular regard to the most vulnerable groups in society , including national minorities , in the areas of education , use of minority languages , adequate representation in public administration and the judiciary; ### 17. notes that the legal and institutional framework for upholding human rights is broadly in place and calls for its more effective implementation , with particular regard to the most vulnerable groups in society , including national minorities , in the areas of education , use of minority languages , adequate representation in public administration and the judiciary. in this regard , access to education in national minority languages from pre-school level , along with translation and reprinting of textbooks in the minority languages , where the circulation has been exhausted , should be provided; appropriate school content for all grades and all subjects up to the end of secondary education in the national minority languages has to be ensured;


### 18. takes note of serbia’s efforts to fight violence against women and children and domestic violence; stresses , however , that implementation and improvements are needed; ### 18. takes note of serbia’s efforts to fight violence against women and children and domestic violence; stresses , however , that further implementation is necessary;


### 18. takes note of serbia’s efforts to fight violence against women and children and domestic violence; stresses , however , that implementation and improvements are needed; ### 18. takes note of serbia’s efforts to fight violence against women and children and domestic violence; welcomes the policy commitment of the authorities to eliminate gender-based violence; stresses however that implementation is key and improvements are needed in order to improve access to quality services in this area; underlines the importance of including a gender perspective in economic programs;


### 19. underlines the need for protection of lgbti rights; calls for more adequate responses from the authorities to hate speech and hate-motivated crimes; ### 19. underlines the need to continue protecting lgbti rights; calls for continued responses from the authorities to hate speech and hate-motivated crimes;


### 19. underlines the need for protection of lgbti rights; calls for more adequate responses from the authorities to hate speech and hate-motivated crimes; ### 19. underlines the need for protection of lgbti rights; welcome the peaceful conduct of two pride parades in 2019; calls for more adequate responses from the authorities to hate speech and hate-motivated crimes;


### 20. commends the strong female representation in the new government; welcomes the representation of national minorities in the parliament; ### 20. commends the strong female representation in the new government and the new parliament; welcomes the representation of national minorities in the parliament;


### 20. commends the strong female representation in the new government; welcomes the representation of national minorities in the parliament; ### 20. commends the strong female representation in the new parliament and government; welcomes the representation of national minorities in the parliament;


### 21. welcomes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages serbia to sustain its efforts at all levels aimed at reconciliation and strengthening good neighbourly relations; ### 21. welcomes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages serbia to sustain its efforts at all levels aimed at reconciliation and strengthening good neighbourly relations; notes that additional efforts need to be invested in the socio-economic development of the border regions in order to prevent them from depopulation;


### 21. welcomes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages serbia to sustain its efforts at all levels aimed at reconciliation and strengthening good neighbourly relations; ### 21. welcomes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages serbia to sustain its efforts at all levels aimed at reconciliation and strengthening good neighbourly relations; underlines that regional cooperation and good neighbourly relations are linked to serbia’s goal of successful european perspective;


### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; ### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession that would also be essential in further facilitating the international recognition of kosovo and securing stability and prosperity for the wider region; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached;


### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; ### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; commends the work of the united states in breathing new impetus into the dialogue between serbia and kosovo; calls for active and constructive engagement by the eu special representative in seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law , and through cooperation with the us; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached;


### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; ### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession of both countries; acknowledges the increased engagement from both sides in the eu-facilitated dialogue; calls for further active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; urges the serbian and kosovo governments to refrain from any action that could undermine trust between the parties and put the constructive continuation of the dialogue at risk;


### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; ### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached , and to definitely and without further delay establish the community of serb municipalities;


### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; ### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; notes the signature of the agreement for economic normalisation between kosovo and serbia on 4 september in washington;


### 24. stresses the importance of regional cooperation on war crimes and missing persons , including of recognising and respecting court verdicts on war crimes , rejecting hate speech and the glorification of war criminals , and supporting domestic prosecutors in bringing perpetrators to justice; ### 24. stresses the importance of resolving bilateral open issues with its neighbours in the region regarding war crimes , missing persons , return of alienated cultural goods , as well as stepping up its sincere efforts in recognition and implementation of court verdicts on war crimes and supporting domestic prosecutors in bringing perpetrators to justice; notes the substantial presence of hate speech and the glorification of war criminals in the public space and calls on serbia to step up its efforts in combatting these issues;


### 24. stresses the importance of regional cooperation on war crimes and missing persons , including of recognising and respecting court verdicts on war crimes , rejecting hate speech and the glorification of war criminals , and supporting domestic prosecutors in bringing perpetrators to justice; ### 24. stresses the importance of regional cooperation on war crimes and missing persons , including of recognising and respecting court verdicts on war crimes , rejecting hate speech and the glorification of war criminals , and supporting domestic prosecutors in bringing perpetrators to justice , in particular those guilty of war crimes following the fall of srebrenica in 1995 and the murder of over 8000 muslim men in the enclave;


### 24. stresses the importance of regional cooperation on war crimes and missing persons , including of recognising and respecting court verdicts on war crimes , rejecting hate speech and the glorification of war criminals , and supporting domestic prosecutors in bringing perpetrators to justice; ### 24. stresses the importance of regional cooperation on war crimes and missing persons , including of recognising and respecting court verdicts on war crimes , rejecting hate speech and the glorification of war criminals , and supporting domestic prosecutors in bringing perpetrators to justice; welcomes the work of civil society organisations in the field of reconciliation , transitional justice and due reparation;


### 25. reiterates its support for the initiative to establish the regional commission for the establishment of facts about war crimes and other gross human rights violations on the territory of the former yugoslavia (recom); highlights the importance of regional youth cooperation office (ryco); ### 25. reiterates its support for the initiative to establish the regional commission for the establishment of facts about war crimes and other gross human rights violations on the territory of the former yugoslavia (recom); highlights the importance and the work carried out by the regional youth cooperation office (ryco);


### 26. welcomes the progress serbia has made in the development of a functional market economy; invites serbia to continue its efforts to boost competitiveness and long-term and inclusive growth through structural reforms; ### 26. welcomes the progress serbia has made in the development of a functional market economy; invites serbia to continue its efforts to boost competitiveness and long-term and inclusive growth through structural reforms , in particular in the energy sector , the labour market as well as by improving transparency and predictability in the regulatory environment;


### 26. welcomes the progress serbia has made in the development of a functional market economy; invites serbia to continue its efforts to boost competitiveness and long-term and inclusive growth through structural reforms; ### 26. welcomes the progress serbia has made in the development of a functional market economy; invites serbia to continue its efforts to boost competitiveness and long-term , sustainable , and inclusive growth through structural reforms;


### 27. calls on serbia to increase the sustainability of its energy sector by diversifying its energy sources and moving towards renewables while at the same time adopting the necessary measures to preserve and protect environmentally sensitive areas; ### 27. calls on serbia to increase the sustainability of its energy sector by diversifying its energy sources , launching a low-carbon energy transition and moving towards renewables while at the same time adopting the necessary measures to preserve and protect the environment;


### 27. calls on serbia to increase the sustainability of its energy sector by diversifying its energy sources and moving towards renewables while at the same time adopting the necessary measures to preserve and protect environmentally sensitive areas; ### 27. calls on serbia to increase the sustainability of its energy sector by diversifying its energy sources and moving towards renewables while at the same time adopting the necessary measures to preserve and protect environmentally sensitive areas; welcomes the launch of the largest wind farm čibuk 1; also welcomes the progress made on the gas interconnector between serbia and bulgaria;


### 28. urges the authorities to ensure alignment with eu standards and policy objectives on climate protection and environment , in order to facilitate the transition to a circular economy; encourages serbia to work on regional connectivity and the completion of the regional energy market; ### 28. urges the authorities to ensure alignment with eu standards and policy objectives on climate protection and environment , in order to facilitate the transition to a circular economy; encourages serbia to work on regional connectivity and the completion of the regional energy market in compliance with energy community obligations;


### 28. urges the authorities to ensure alignment with eu standards and policy objectives on climate protection and environment , in order to facilitate the transition to a circular economy; encourages serbia to work on regional connectivity and the completion of the regional energy market; ### 28. urges the authorities to ensure alignment with eu standards and policy objectives on climate protection and environment as well as energy efficiency , in order to facilitate the transition to a circular economy; encourages serbia to work on regional connectivity and the completion of the regional energy market;


### 30. reiterates the importance of alignment with the eu common foreign and security policy (cfsp) , which must progressively become an integral part of serbia’s foreign policy; ### 30. reiterates the importance of alignment with the eu common foreign and security policy (cfsp) , which must progressively become an integral part of serbia’s foreign policy; expresses concern about serbia’s lowest alignment rate in the region;


### 30. reiterates the importance of alignment with the eu common foreign and security policy (cfsp) , which must progressively become an integral part of serbia’s foreign policy; ### 30. reiterates the importance of alignment with the eu common foreign and security policy (cfsp) , which must progressively become an integral part of serbia’s foreign policy as a crucial condition for the accession process;


### 32. calls for the strengthening of european cooperation with serbia on addressing disinformation and hybrid threats that seek to undermine the european perspective of the region; ### 32. calls for the strengthening of european cooperation with serbia on addressing disinformation and hybrid threats that seek to discredit the eu and undermine the european perspective of the western balkan countries; calls on serbia to step up its efforts in the fight against disinformation campaigns which have grown exponentially since the beginning of the covid-19 pandemic;


### 32. calls for the strengthening of european cooperation with serbia on addressing disinformation and hybrid threats that seek to undermine the european perspective of the region; ### 32. calls for the strengthening of european cooperation with serbia on addressing manipulative disinformation and hybrid threats that seek to undermine the european perspective of the region; encourages concrete steps in building resilience and cyber security;


### 32. calls for the strengthening of european cooperation with serbia on addressing disinformation and hybrid threats that seek to undermine the european perspective of the region; ### 32. calls for the strengthening of european cooperation with serbia on addressing disinformation and hybrid threats that seek to divide societies , exploit gaps in democratic governance and undermine the european perspective of the region;


### 33. welcomes the conclusion of the agreement on border management cooperation between serbia and the european border and coast guard agency (frontex); ### 33. welcomes the conclusion of the agreement on border management cooperation between serbia and the european border and coast guard agency (frontex) which will allow frontex to assist serbia in border management and carry out joint operations;


### 34. takes note of serbia’s decision to sign a free trade agreement with the eurasian economic union in october 2019; expects serbia , however , to align with eu trade policy; ### 34. takes note of serbia’s decision to sign a free trade agreement with the eurasian economic union in october 2019; expects serbia , however , to align with eu trade policy as precondition for the accession process; reminds that the eu is serbia's biggest trade partner , investor and aid donor , and has shown this support also during the covid-19 pandemic;


### 34. takes note of serbia’s decision to sign a free trade agreement with the eurasian economic union in october 2019; expects serbia , however , to align with eu trade policy; ### 34. reiterates that the eu is serbia's leading trading partner accounting for 63% of total trade; takes note of serbia’s decision to sign a free trade agreement with the eurasian economic union in october 2019; expects serbia , however , to align with eu trade policy;


### 35. welcomes serbia’s continued participation in crisis management missions and operations under the common security and defence policy (csdp); welcomes the counterterrorism arrangements signed between the eu and serbia; ### 35. welcomes serbia’s continued participation in crisis management missions and operations under the common security and defence policy (csdp); welcomes the counterterrorism arrangements signed between the eu and serbia; welcomes , in this respect , improvements in regional and international cooperation on combating terrorism and violent extremism;


### 36. expresses concern over serbia’s increasing dependence on defence equipment and technologies from the people’s republic of china and the insufficient transparency of the security sector’s public procurement practices; continues to be concerned about serbia’s close political and military cooperation with russia; ### 36. expresses concern over serbia’s increasing dependence on defence equipment and technologies from the people’s republic of china and the insufficient transparency of the security sector’s public procurement practices; continues to be concerned about serbia’s close political and military cooperation with russia; calls on serbia to align itself closer with the european common security and defence policy and its instruments;


### 36. expresses concern over serbia’s increasing dependence on defence equipment and technologies from the people’s republic of china and the insufficient transparency of the security sector’s public procurement practices; continues to be concerned about serbia’s close political and military cooperation with russia; ### 36. expresses concern over serbia’s increasing dependence on defence and security equipment , in areas such as anti-terrorism , and technologies from the people’s republic of china and the insufficient transparency of the security sector’s public procurement practices; continues to be concerned about serbia’s close political and military cooperation with russia and china;


### 37. welcomes the commission’s economic and investment plan (eip) for the western balkans; recognises the importance of the eip in reinforcing regional and cross-border cooperation; ### 37. welcomes the commission’s economic and investment plan (eip) for the western balkans; recognises the importance of the eip in reinforcing regional and cross-border cooperation; underlines that it is of great importance that the eip is implemented as quickly and effectively as possible in order to improve the visibility of the eu-funded projects and to increase the trust of the citizens of serbia in the european union and its institutions;


### 37. welcomes the commission’s economic and investment plan (eip) for the western balkans; recognises the importance of the eip in reinforcing regional and cross-border cooperation; ### 37. recalls that the eu is the largest provider of financial assistance to serbia; welcomes the commission’s economic and investment plan (eip) for the western balkans; recognises the importance of the eip in reinforcing regional and cross-border cooperation; underlines that the eip should encourage necessary structural reforms in infrastructure , energy , environment and education;


### 37. welcomes the commission’s economic and investment plan (eip) for the western balkans; recognises the importance of the eip in reinforcing regional and cross-border cooperation; ### 37. welcomes the commission’s economic and investment plan (eip) for the western balkans; recognises the importance of the eip in supporting sustainable connectivity , human capital , competitiveness and inclusive growth as well in reinforcing regional and cross-border cooperation;


### 38. calls on the council to fine-tune both incentives and conditionality in the future instrument for pre-accession assistance (ipa iii); reiterates that the scale of financial assistance should match the goal of serbia’s european perspective; ### 38. calls on the council to fine-tune both incentives and conditionality in the future instrument for pre-accession assistance (ipa iii); reiterates that the scale of financial assistance should meet the objective of serbia’s european perspective , consistent with eu standards and directives;


### 38. calls on the council to fine-tune both incentives and conditionality in the future instrument for pre-accession assistance (ipa iii); reiterates that the scale of financial assistance should match the goal of serbia’s european perspective; ### 38. calls on the co-legislators to fine-tune both incentives and conditionality in the future instrument for pre-accession assistance (ipa iii); reiterates that the scale of financial assistance should match the goal of serbia’s european perspective;


### a. whereas covid-19 has caused a global pandemic , which is affecting millions of human lives , giving rise to an unprecedented global health , economic , social and humanitarian crisis; ### a. whereas covid-19 has caused a global pandemic , which is affecting millions of human lives , giving rise to an unprecedented global health , economic , social and humanitarian crisis , triggering systemic tensions of global governance headed towards a more nationalistic and more authoritarian world;


### b. whereas the eu has a responsibility to act as a global player and adjust its foreign policy in line with the fight against covid-19; ### b. whereas the eu has a responsibility to act as a global player and adjust its foreign policy in line with the fight against covid-19 , which is a game changer in the international environment and a catalyst of change in the global order;


### b. whereas the eu has a responsibility to act as a global player and adjust its foreign policy in line with the fight against covid-19; ### b. whereas the eu has a responsibility to act as a global player and adjust its foreign policy in line with the changing geopolitical situation in the world and the global fight against covid-19;


### 1. affirms that the global outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic is a game changer in the international environment and a catalyst of change in the global order; ### deleted


### 1. affirms that the global outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic is a game changer in the international environment and a catalyst of change in the global order; ### 1. considers the current crisis to be not only a test for eu foreign policy and for its ability to assume a major , active and meaningful role on the world stage , meeting and consolidating its commitments to its partners , but also an opportunity to develop new partnerships , participate in the reconfiguration of international relations and redefine its position and objectives in a complex and changing international system;


### 1. affirms that the global outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic is a game changer in the international environment and a catalyst of change in the global order; ### 1. affirms that the global outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic is a possible game changer in the international environment and a catalyst of change in the global order;


### 2. regrets the lack of global leadership and coordinated international response in the initial phases of the covid-19 crisis , as well as tendencies to opt for isolationist solutions , the withholding of critical information , the rise of authoritarian nationalism , state-sponsored disinformation campaigns and the promotion of false narratives which create distrust and undermine international cooperation; ### 2. regrets the lack of global leadership and coordinated international response in the initial phases of the covid-19 crisis , as well as tendencies to opt for isolationist solutions , the withholding of critical information , the rise of authoritarian nationalism , state-sponsored disinformation campaigns and the promotion of false narratives which create distrust and undermine international cooperation; underlines that global cooperation and coordination are essential to effectively tackle the global health crisis;


### 2. regrets the lack of global leadership and coordinated international response in the initial phases of the covid-19 crisis , as well as tendencies to opt for isolationist solutions , the withholding of critical information , the rise of authoritarian nationalism , state-sponsored disinformation campaigns and the promotion of false narratives which create distrust and undermine international cooperation; ### 2. regrets the lack of global leadership and coordinated international response in the initial phases of the covid-19 crisis , as well as tendencies to opt for isolationist solutions , the withholding of critical information , the rise of authoritarian nationalism , state-sponsored disinformation campaigns and the promotion of false narratives which create distrust and undermine democratic societies and international cooperation;


### 2. regrets the lack of global leadership and coordinated international response in the initial phases of the covid-19 crisis , as well as tendencies to opt for isolationist solutions , the withholding of critical information , the rise of authoritarian nationalism , state-sponsored disinformation campaigns and the promotion of false narratives which create distrust and undermine international cooperation; ### 2. regrets the lack of a coordinated international response in the initial phases of the covid-19 crisis , as well as tendencies to opt for isolationist solutions , the withholding of critical information , the rise of authoritarian nationalism , state-sponsored disinformation campaigns and the promotion of false narratives which create distrust and undermine international cooperation;


### 3. calls on the vice-president of the commission / high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy (vp/hr) to review the 2016 global strategy , reflecting these geopolitical shifts and ensuring that the eu plays its part in defending the rules-based multilateral world order that was created after the second world war; ### 3. calls on the vice-president of the commission / high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy (vp/hr) to review the 2016 global strategy , reflecting these geopolitical shifts , to ensure that the eu plays its part in defending the rules-based multilateral world order that was created after the second world war , and to include democracy support and protection of human rights as a team europe priority , involving the european parliament in this task through its existing democracy support tools and mechanisms;


### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union still has to position itself in the new world order in which , alongside the eu , the us , china and russia play a leading role; ### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union should play a key role as an actor in the new world order , defending and promoting around the world the values in which the european project has its roots , liberal democracy and human rights , in a new political arena in which , alongside the eu , the us , china and russia play a leading role;


### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union still has to position itself in the new world order in which , alongside the eu , the us , china and russia play a leading role; ### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union still has to position itself in the new world order in which , alongside the eu , the us , china and russia play a leading role; agrees that the post covid-19 world will look fundamentally different and will have far reaching consequences for eu external policy;


### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union still has to position itself in the new world order in which , alongside the eu , the us , china and russia play a leading role; ### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union still has to position itself in the new world order;


### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union still has to position itself in the new world order in which , alongside the eu , the us , china and russia play a leading role; ### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union needs to play an active and leading role in the possible new world order;


### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union still has to position itself in the new world order in which , alongside the eu , the us , china and russia play a leading role; ### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union still has to position itself in the new geopolitical environment in which , alongside the eu , the us , china and russia play a leading role;


### 5. is concerned about the lack of leadership the united states has shown in fighting covid-19; believes that the false information in president trump’s tweets and during his press conferences have been very unhelpful in the joint fight against the virus; ### deleted


### 5. is concerned about the lack of leadership the united states has shown in fighting covid-19; believes that the false information in president trump’s tweets and during his press conferences have been very unhelpful in the joint fight against the virus; ### 5. is concerned about the lack of cooperation the united states has shown in fighting covid-19; calls on the both the eu and the us to strengthen cooperation and solidarity in the common fight against the covid-19 pandemic , especially in terms of research and development of the vaccine and the strategic medical equipment;


### 5. is concerned about the lack of leadership the united states has shown in fighting covid-19; believes that the false information in president trump’s tweets and during his press conferences have been very unhelpful in the joint fight against the virus; ### 5. is concerned about the lack of constructive political leadership the united states has shown in fighting covid-19 , both domestically and internationally;


### 5. is concerned about the lack of leadership the united states has shown in fighting covid-19; believes that the false information in president trump’s tweets and during his press conferences have been very unhelpful in the joint fight against the virus; ### 5. is concerned about the lack of leadership the united states has shown in fighting covid-19; regrets the fact that the us , the world power in pharmaceutical research and biomedical engineering , was absent from the coronavirus global response pledging conference (the donor conference) starting on 4 may 2020;


### 5. is concerned about the lack of leadership the united states has shown in fighting covid-19; believes that the false information in president trump’s tweets and during his press conferences have been very unhelpful in the joint fight against the virus; ### 5. is concerned about the lack of leadership the united states has shown in fighting covid-19; believes that the alternative facts and false information in president trump’s tweets and during his press conferences have been very unhelpful in the joint fight against the virus;


### 5. is concerned about the lack of leadership the united states has shown in fighting covid-19; believes that the false information in president trump’s tweets and during his press conferences have been very unhelpful in the joint fight against the virus; ### 5. is aware of the united states reluctance to take the leading role in fighting covid-19; believes that the false information in president trump’s tweets and during his press conferences have been very unhelpful in the joint fight against the virus;


### 6. is worried about the decision of the us to withdraw funding from the world health organization (who) and the general tendency of its president to withdraw the us from the multilateral organisations that were created to establish a rules-based world order; ### 6. is worried about the decision of the us to withdraw funding from the world health organization (who);


### 6. is worried about the decision of the us to withdraw funding from the world health organization (who) and the general tendency of its president to withdraw the us from the multilateral organisations that were created to establish a rules-based world order; ### 6. while recognizing each country's right to shape its own foreign policy , is worried about the decision of the us to withdraw funding from the world health organization (who) and the general tendency of the current us administration to stand aloof from the multilateral organisations that were created to establish a rules-based world order;


### 6. is worried about the decision of the us to withdraw funding from the world health organization (who) and the general tendency of its president to withdraw the us from the multilateral organisations that were created to establish a rules-based world order; ### 6. is worried about the decision of the us to withdraw funding from the world health organization (who) and the general tendency of its president to withdraw the us from the multilateral organisations; recalls that it was us leadership that led to the establishment of the post-war rules-based liberal world order;


### 6. is worried about the decision of the us to withdraw funding from the world health organization (who) and the general tendency of its president to withdraw the us from the multilateral organisations that were created to establish a rules-based world order; ### 6. is worried about the decision of the us to withdraw funding from the world health organization (who) and decision to withdraw the us from multiple multilateral organisations that were created to establish a rules-based world order;


### 7. acknowledges the need to find a new method of cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , the rule of law and human rights; ### 7. calls on the vp/hr to find a new method of cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , the rule of law and human rights; calls as well for closer cooperation between the eu and the us in the areas of health and science; welcomes the announcement by president von der leyen that the commission is ready to build a new transatlantic agenda to strengthen our bilateral partnership , also in domains such as trade , tech and taxation; recalls that the transatlantic partnership is an essential pillar of eu foreign policy regardless of the us administration in office;


### 7. acknowledges the need to find a new method of cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , the rule of law and human rights; ### 7. underlines the importance of the transatlantic relationship in the global world order; reiterates that the european union and the united states share common values linked to the existing international structures; acknowledges the need to find a new method of cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , the rule of law and human rights;


### 7. acknowledges the need to find a new method of cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , the rule of law and human rights; ### 7. acknowledges the need to find a new method of cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , the rule of law and human rights , as well as to tackle other global challenges together , such as poverty alleviation and climate change;


### 7. acknowledges the need to find a new method of cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , the rule of law and human rights; ### 7. acknowledges the need to strengthen the cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , shared democratic values , the rule of law and human rights;


### 7. acknowledges the need to find a new method of cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , the rule of law and human rights; ### 7. acknowledges the need to find a consolidated and efficient method of cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , the rule of law and human rights;


### 7. acknowledges the need to find a new method of cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , the rule of law and human rights; ### 7. acknowledges the need to intensify efforts to revive cooperation between the eu and us , based on mutual respect and a joint agenda to defend multilateralism , the rule of law and human rights;


### 8. notes the strengthening of the people’s republic of china’s worldwide diplomatic efforts following the covid-19 outbreak , seeking to position itself as the dominant global player; ### 8. notes the strengthening of the people’s republic of china’s worldwide diplomatic efforts following the covid-19 outbreak as well as its increased participation and engagement in international organizations through an assertive and strategic human resource policy , seeking to position itself as the dominant global player and to promote national strategic interests through multilateral organizations;


### 8. notes the strengthening of the people’s republic of china’s worldwide diplomatic efforts following the covid-19 outbreak , seeking to position itself as the dominant global player; ### 8. notes the strengthening of the people’s republic of china’s worldwide diplomatic efforts following the covid-19 outbreak , seeking to position itself as the dominant global player; condemns the repeated attacks by chinese representatives on democratically elected politicians in the eu , such as the czech senate president and sweden’s minister for culture;


### 8. notes the strengthening of the people’s republic of china’s worldwide diplomatic efforts following the covid-19 outbreak , seeking to position itself as the dominant global player; ### 8. notes the strengthening of the people’s republic of china’s worldwide assertive public diplomacy following the covid-19 outbreak , seeking to position itself as a major aid donor in order to become a dominant global player;


### 8. notes the strengthening of the people’s republic of china’s worldwide diplomatic efforts following the covid-19 outbreak , seeking to position itself as the dominant global player; ### 8. notes the strengthening of the people’s republic of china’s worldwide diplomatic efforts following the covid-19 outbreak , seeking to position itself as the dominant global player with an alternative governance model;


### 9. recognises the emergency contributions provided by china to fight the virus; also recognises , however , a clear geopolitical and geo-economic dimension , bolstered by ‘virus and wolf warrior diplomacy’ and the politicisation of humanitarian assistance; ### 9. recognises the emergency contributions provided by china , and praises the aid provided by the taiwanese authorities , to fight the virus; also recognises , however , a clear geopolitical and geo-economic dimension , bolstered by ‘virus and wolf warrior diplomacy’ and the politicisation of humanitarian assistance , which is demonstrated by china’s isolation of taiwan in who;


### 9. recognises the emergency contributions provided by china to fight the virus; also recognises , however , a clear geopolitical and geo-economic dimension , bolstered by ‘virus and wolf warrior diplomacy’ and the politicisation of humanitarian assistance; ### 9. recognises the emergency contributions provided by china to fight the virus; also recognises , however , a clear geopolitical and geo-economic dimension , bolstered by ‘virus and wolf warrior diplomacy’ and the politicisation of humanitarian assistance with the ambition to shape china’s global image as a benevolent power;


### 9. recognises the emergency contributions provided by china to fight the virus; also recognises , however , a clear geopolitical and geo-economic dimension , bolstered by ‘virus and wolf warrior diplomacy’ and the politicisation of humanitarian assistance; ### 9. recognises the emergency contributions provided by china to fight the virus; also recognises , however , a clear geopolitical and geo-economic dimension , bolstered by ‘virus and wolf warrior diplomacy’ , disinformation campaigns and the politicisation of humanitarian assistance;


### 9. recognises the emergency contributions provided by china to fight the virus; also recognises , however , a clear geopolitical and geo-economic dimension , bolstered by ‘virus and wolf warrior diplomacy’ and the politicisation of humanitarian assistance; ### 9. recognises that emergency contributions provided by china have a clear geopolitical and geo-economic dimension , bolstered by ‘virus and wolf warrior diplomacy’ and the politicisation of humanitarian assistance;


### 9. recognises the emergency contributions provided by china to fight the virus; also recognises , however , a clear geopolitical and geo-economic dimension , bolstered by ‘virus and wolf warrior diplomacy’ and the politicisation of humanitarian assistance; ### 9. doubts the emergency contributions provided by china to fight the virus; also recognises , however , a clear geopolitical and geo-economic dimension , bolstered by ‘virus and wolf warrior diplomacy’ and the politicisation of humanitarian assistance;


### 10. is concerned about the lack of transparency related to the chinese reaction to the global outbreak , involving the withholding of information , censorship , the suppression of whistle-blowers and human rights activists , and the projection of power in the region; ### 10. is concerned about the lack of transparency related to the initial chinese reaction to the outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic , involving the withholding of information , censorship , the suppression of whistle-blowers and human rights activists , and the projection of power in the region;


### 11. is concerned about the potential ‘debt trap’ that might affect african countries as a result of covid-19 , since the economic downturn will make it difficult for them to reimburse chinese loans that are part of the belt and road initiative; ### 11. is concerned about the potential ‘debt trap’ that might affect african countries as a result of covid-19 as well as increasing political and economic dependencies of african countries from china , since the economic downturn will make it difficult for them to reimburse chinese loans that are part of the belt and road initiative;


### 12. urges the chinese regime to fully cooperate with an independent investigation into the origins of covid-19 , and calls on the member states to present a united front towards a rising china , which is leading a crackdown on the pro-democracy movement in hong kong and has threatened to annex taiwan; calls on the member states to advocate taiwan’s membership of the who; ### 12. urges the chinese government to fully cooperate with an independent investigation into the origins of covid-19 , and calls on the member states to present a united front towards a rising china , which is intensifying its crackdown on the pro-democracy movement in hong kong and has threatened to annex taiwan; calls on the member states to advocate taiwan’s membership of the who considering its effective handling of the virus domestically without however being able to contribute with its expertise to the international response to the current health crisis;


### 12. urges the chinese regime to fully cooperate with an independent investigation into the origins of covid-19 , and calls on the member states to present a united front towards a rising china , which is leading a crackdown on the pro-democracy movement in hong kong and has threatened to annex taiwan; calls on the member states to advocate taiwan’s membership of the who; ### 12. urges the chinese regime to fully cooperate with an independent investigation into the origins of covid-19 , and calls on the member states and partner countries to present a united front;


### 12. urges the chinese regime to fully cooperate with an independent investigation into the origins of covid-19 , and calls on the member states to present a united front towards a rising china , which is leading a crackdown on the pro-democracy movement in hong kong and has threatened to annex taiwan; calls on the member states to advocate taiwan’s membership of the who; ### 12. urges the chinese regime to fully cooperate with the independent investigation into the origins of covid-19 supported by the who general assembly on 17 and 18 may 2020 , and calls on the member states to present a united approach towards a rising china , which has assumed an increasingly relevant place in international organisations and agencies; calls on the member states to advocate taiwan’s incorporation into who meetings , mechanisms and activities;


### 12. urges the chinese regime to fully cooperate with an independent investigation into the origins of covid-19 , and calls on the member states to present a united front towards a rising china , which is leading a crackdown on the pro-democracy movement in hong kong and has threatened to annex taiwan; calls on the member states to advocate taiwan’s membership of the who; ### 12. urges the chinese regime to fully cooperate with an independent investigation into the origins of covid-19 , and calls on the member states to develop a comprehensive approach towards a rising china , which is leading a crackdown on the pro-democracy movement in hong kong and has threatened to annex taiwan; calls on the member states to advocate taiwan’s membership of the who;


### 12. urges the chinese regime to fully cooperate with an independent investigation into the origins of covid-19 , and calls on the member states to present a united front towards a rising china , which is leading a crackdown on the pro-democracy movement in hong kong and has threatened to annex taiwan; calls on the member states to advocate taiwan’s membership of the who; ### 12. urges the chinese regime to fully cooperate with an independent investigation into the origins of covid-19 , and calls on the member states to present a united front towards china , with regards to its crackdown on the pro-democracy movement in hong kong and threats to annex taiwan; calls on the member states to advocate taiwan’s membership of the who;


### 13. calls on the vp/hr to recognise these concerns and simultaneously create an atmosphere of dialogue , engagement and genuine cooperation , based on a new , more assertive strategy in which the eu pushes back when necessary to defend european values; is of the view that , as part of this new strategy , the eu should seek closer collaboration with countries in the region and other democracies; ### 13. calls on the vp/hr to recognise these concerns and simultaneously seek an atmosphere of dialogue , engagement and genuine cooperation with the chinese leadership that is , based on a new , more assertive strategy in which the eu pushes back when necessary to defend european values and interests; is of the view that , as part of this new strategy , the eu should seek closer collaboration with like-minded countries in the region and other democracies including india , australia , new zealand , japan and south korea , and work towards a european vision of the indo-pacific;


### 13. calls on the vp/hr to recognise these concerns and simultaneously create an atmosphere of dialogue , engagement and genuine cooperation , based on a new , more assertive strategy in which the eu pushes back when necessary to defend european values; is of the view that , as part of this new strategy , the eu should seek closer collaboration with countries in the region and other democracies; ### 13. calls on the vp/hr to recognise these concerns and simultaneously create an atmosphere of dialogue , engagement and genuine cooperation , based on a new , more assertive strategy adopted to the changed geopolitical and geo-economic landscape to defend european interests and values; is of the view that , as part of this new strategy , the eu should strengthen relations and seek closer cooperation with partner countries in asia-pacific region;


### 13. calls on the vp/hr to recognise these concerns and simultaneously create an atmosphere of dialogue , engagement and genuine cooperation , based on a new , more assertive strategy in which the eu pushes back when necessary to defend european values; is of the view that , as part of this new strategy , the eu should seek closer collaboration with countries in the region and other democracies; ### 13. calls on the vp/hr to recognise these concerns and base the eu policy regarding china on the following principles: cooperate where possible , compete where needed , confront where necessary; the eu shall not compromise on its values and principles in its dialogue with beijing; is of the view that , as part of this new strategy , the eu should seek closer collaboration with countries in the region and other democracies;


### 14. expresses concern over the structural attempts of the russian federation to undermine eu unity by the intensification of disinformation campaigns; ### 14. expresses concern over the structural attempts of the russian federation to undermine eu unity by the intensification of disinformation campaigns; stresses that disinformation , especially with regard to public health issues , is one of the most serious and dangerous attacks on the eu and its partners , impacting directly on citizens’ health and security; recognises accordingly the vital importance of eu cooperation with nato in combating disinformation;


### 14. expresses concern over the structural attempts of the russian federation to undermine eu unity by the intensification of disinformation campaigns; ### 14. expresses concern over the structural attempts of the russian federation to undermine eu unity by the intensification of disinformation campaigns; commends the european external action service and the stratcom east department on their efforts to identify and supress disinformation campaigns of russian related media outlets in several member states;


### 14. expresses concern over the structural attempts of the russian federation to undermine eu unity by the intensification of disinformation campaigns; ### 14. expresses concern over the systemic attempts of the russian federation to undermine eu unity by the intensification of disinformation campaigns; targeted disinformation campaigns to spread fear and political division , cyberattacks against research organisations(universities , labs , companies) as well as the politicisation of humanitarian assistance;


### 15. recognises the global security , socio-economic and political risks that could be caused by the consequences of the covid-19 pandemic , and is worried about the fact that the eu’s main international counterparts were prepared to use the crisis to unravel the rules-based world order underpinned by multilateral organisations; ### 15. recognises the global security , socio-economic and political risks that the consequences of the covid-19 pandemic could cause , and is worried about the fact that the eu’s main international undemocratic counterparts were prepared to skilfully use the crisis to unravel the rules-based world order underpinned by multilateral organisations;


### 16. stresses that the multilateral rules-based world order is vital for global peace , the rule of law and democracy; believes that a geopolitical eu must play a firmer role in defending it and seek ways to de-escalate tensions between powers; ### 16. stresses that the multilateral rules-based world order is vital for global peace , the rule of law and democracy; believes that a geopolitical eu must play a firmer role in defending it and seek ways to de-escalate tensions between powers; notes the need to develop strategic alliances in support of multilateralism;


### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities , will be able to conduct a strong foreign policy , and believes that the vp/hr should receive a stronger mandate in speaking on behalf of the eu; ### deleted


### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities , will be able to conduct a strong foreign policy , and believes that the vp/hr should receive a stronger mandate in speaking on behalf of the eu; ### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities , will be able to conduct a strong foreign policy; calls for heightened vigilance that any economic downturn as a result of covid-19 does not expose critical defence industrial and research capacities to opportunistic foreign investment and thereby threatening the security of supply in strategic sectors; believes that the vp/hr should receive a stronger mandate in speaking on behalf of the eu;


### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities , will be able to conduct a strong foreign policy , and believes that the vp/hr should receive a stronger mandate in speaking on behalf of the eu; ### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities , will be able to conduct a strong foreign policy , and believes that the vp/hr should receive a stronger mandate in speaking on behalf of the eu; believes in the need that all member states be persuaded of the convenience of such a unitary approach and contribute to the coherence of the common foreign and security policy (cfsp);


### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities , will be able to conduct a strong foreign policy , and believes that the vp/hr should receive a stronger mandate in speaking on behalf of the eu; ### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , deploying smart diplomacy backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities in addition to nato resources , will be able to conduct a strong foreign policy , and believes that the vp/hr should receive a stronger , well defined mandate with clear objectives in speaking on behalf of the eu;


### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities , will be able to conduct a strong foreign policy , and believes that the vp/hr should receive a stronger mandate in speaking on behalf of the eu; ### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities as well as tools and mechanisms to support partners , will be able to conduct a strong foreign policy , and believes that the vp/hr should receive a stronger mandate in speaking on behalf of the eu;


### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities , will be able to conduct a strong foreign policy , and believes that the vp/hr should receive a stronger mandate in speaking on behalf of the eu; ### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities , will be able to conduct a strong and effective foreign policy , and believes that member states should give the vp/hr a stronger mandate in speaking on behalf of the eu;


### 17. stresses that only a more united eu , backed up by sufficient and credible military capacities , will be able to conduct a strong foreign policy , and believes that the vp/hr should receive a stronger mandate in speaking on behalf of the eu; ### 17. stresses that only a strong and united european union with established foreign , security and defence policies , will be able to play a strong role in the new geopolitical environment;


### 18. believes that the end of the unanimity rule on foreign policy would help the eu to conduct a foreign policy that is more effective and more proactive; ### deleted


### 18. believes that the end of the unanimity rule on foreign policy would help the eu to conduct a foreign policy that is more effective and more proactive; ### 18. believes that the end of the unanimity rule on foreign policy would help the eu to conduct a foreign policy that is more effective and more proactive and would at the same time minimise the risk of being undermined by hostile outside actors; stresses that he eu’s leverage is the greatest when member states act together in unionism;


### 18. believes that the end of the unanimity rule on foreign policy would help the eu to conduct a foreign policy that is more effective and more proactive; ### 18. believes that the end of the unanimity rule on certain domains of foreign policy , particularly human rights and the adoption of restrictive measures (sanctions) , would help the eu to conduct a foreign policy that is more effective and more proactive;


### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut; ### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; considers it appropriate to allow time to discuss and define new concepts such as strategic/european sovereignty and strategic autonomy before taking any steps towards deeper cooperation , especially in policy areas such as security and defence , which fall within the remit of the member states; stresses the importance of adopting and utilising a common language at eu level; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19 and project the ambitions of a smart and strengthened eu-nato partnership for the planning and development of military capabilities; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut;


### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut; ### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut;


### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut; ### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets in general , and the military mobility budget in particular , must not be cut;


### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut; ### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the funding for the eu defence initiatives and programmes must not be cut;


### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut; ### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , including in the health sector , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut;


### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut; ### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the pesco project european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut;


### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks - such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut; ### 19. underlines the important role of the armed forces during the covid-19 pandemic and believes that a more in-depth joint operation and coordination of member states’ armed forces within existing frameworks -such as the european medical command - or within new frameworks - such as military hospital trains - could lead to greater efficiency and contribute to the eu’s preparedness to fight pandemics; recognises the need to review the eu’s security and defence strategies to develop strategic autonomy , to become better prepared and more resilient to the new and hybrid threats and technologies that have made the nature of warfare less conventional and challenge the traditional role of the military , as well as for a future in which russia and china are becoming more assertive and aggressive; stresses that the future strategic compass on security and defence should reflect these developments and take account of the broader geopolitical implications of covid-19; believes that , given the new political balance and a potential worsening of the international security environment following covid-19 , the eu defence budgets must not be cut;