### 2. the network shall be composed of representatives from each member states’ competent authority , representatives from the commission and , where appropriate , experts from the customs authorities. ### 2. the network shall be composed of representatives from each member states’ competent authority , representatives from the commission and , where appropriate , experts from the customs authorities as well as the european agency for fundamental rights , the european labour authority and other union agencies with relevant expertise in the areas covered by the regulation. trade unions and other workers’ representatives , civil society representatives , international organisations , women and children organisations , especially in developing countries , shall be invited to collaborate with the network.


### facilitate the identification of common priorities for enforcement activities , to exchange information , expertise and best practices; ### facilitate the identification of common priorities for enforcement activities , including , where appropriate , in third countries , especially in developing countries , to exchange information , expertise and best practices;


### conduct joint investigations; ### conduct joint investigations , including , where appropriate , in third countries and especially in developing countries;


### facilitate capacity building activities and contribute to uniform risk-based approaches and administrative practices for the implementation of this regulation in the member states; ### facilitate capacity building activities and contribute to uniform risk-based approaches and administrative practices for the implementation of this regulation in the member states and , where appropriate , in third countries , especially in developing countries;


### to promote the cooperation and exchange of expertise and best practices between competent authorities and customs authorities; ### to promote the cooperation and exchange of expertise and best practices between competent authorities and customs authorities and , where appropriate , with third country authorities , especially developing country authorities , as well as civil society organisations and international organisations , especially women and children organisations;


### 1. in order to facilitate effective implementation and enforcement of this regulation , the commission may as appropriate cooperate , engage and exchange information with , amongst others , authorities of third countries , international organisations , civil society representatives and business organisations. international cooperation with authorities of third countries shall take place in a structured way as part of the existing dialogue structures with third countries or , if necessary , specific ones that will be created on an ad hoc basis. ### 1. in order to facilitate effective implementation and enforcement of this regulation , the commission may as appropriate cooperate , engage and exchange information with , amongst others , authorities of third countries , especially of developing countries , international organisations , women and children organisations , civil society representatives and business organisations and any other affected stakeholders. international cooperation with authorities of third countries , especially developing countries , shall take place in a structured way as part of the existing dialogue structures or , if necessary , specific ones that will be created on an ad hoc basis and through the network foreseen in article 24.


### 2. for the purposes of paragraph 1 , cooperation with , amongst others , international organisations , civil society representatives , business organisations and competent authorities of third countries may result in the union developing accompanying measures to support the efforts of companies and partner countries efforts and locally available capacities in tackling forced labour. ### 2. for the purposes of paragraph 1 , cooperation with , amongst others , international organisations , women and children organisations , civil society representatives , business organisations and competent authorities of third countries , especially in developing countries , as well as any other affected stakeholder , including those collaborating with the network may result in the union developing accompanying measures to support the efforts of companies and partner countries efforts and locally available capacities in tackling forced labour , including specialised measures and support for the small and medium-sized enterprises (smes) that take into account their size and resources.


### a. whereas the global environment is becoming more complex and uncertain , with a rise in conflict and geopolitical rivalry and more frequent and severe natural disasters , notably in developing countries , which affect the most vulnerable; whereas this highlights the need for strengthened multilateralism and continuous efforts to increase the effectiveness and impact of european aid; ### a. whereas the global environment is becoming more complex and uncertain , with a rise in conflict notably religious intolerance and attacks on minorities and geopolitical rivalry and more frequent and severe natural disasters , notably in developing countries , which affect the most vulnerable; whereas this highlights the need for strengthened multilateralism and continuous efforts to increase the effectiveness and impact of european aid;


### c. whereas the eu , as the world’s biggest donor of official development assistance (oda) , amounting to eur 74.4 billion in 2018 and representing almost 57 % of all oda worldwide , is committed to promoting effective development cooperation geared towards ending all forms of poverty and inequality , and to supporting its development partners in realising the 2030 agenda for sustainable development; ### c. whereas the eu together with its member states , as the world’s biggest donor of official development assistance (oda) , amounting to eur 74.4 billion in 2018 and representing almost 57 % of all oda worldwide , is committed to promoting effective development cooperation geared towards ending all forms of poverty and inequality , and to supporting its development partners in realising the 2030 agenda for sustainable development;


### e. whereas although the eu institutions and member states have a large stock of data and expertise in the field of development , it remains insufficiently shared; whereas it should be made more accessible and should be used in policy-making; ### e. whereas although the eu institutions and member states as well as local and regional authorities involved in the development cooperation have a large stock of data and expertise in the field of development , it remains insufficiently shared; whereas it should be made more accessible and should be used in policy-making;


### e. whereas although the eu institutions and member states have a large stock of data and expertise in the field of development , it remains insufficiently shared; whereas it should be made more accessible and should be used in policy-making; ### e. whereas although the eu institutions and member states , local and regional authorities as well as international organisations and civil society organisations have a large stock of data and expertise , it remains insufficiently shared; whereas it should be made more accessible and should be used in policy-making;


### 3. underlines that the principles of the global partnership for effective development cooperation (gpedc) are built on important and enduring lessons from past development strategies and practices , including both successes and failures , and that these principles remain important expressions of multilateral cooperation and coordination which the eu is committed to upholding; ### 3. underlines that the principles of the global partnership for effective development cooperation (gpedc) are built on important and enduring lessons from past development strategies and practices , including both successes and failures , and that these principles remain important expressions of multilateral cooperation and coordination which the eu is committed to uphold; calls on the commission to use its membership in the gpedc and the oecd-dac and its voice in international fora and in the governance structures of the ifis to further strengthen the effectiveness principles and encourage adherence to them and implementation of them in all forms of development cooperation and by all actors involved in development cooperation;


### 4. calls on the commission to publish , at least biannually , a report on the progress of the eu institutions and member states on improving effectiveness in the planning and implementation of european development cooperation and assistance measured against a set of commonly agreed targets and policy objectives , notably the sdgs , and including progress towards the alignment of policy objectives and the harmonisation of procedures , in particular with regard to joint programming , joint implementation and joint results frameworks; calls on the commission to present this progress report to parliament; ### 4. calls on the commission to publish , at least biannually , a report on the progress of the eu institutions and member states (including their development agencies and local and regional authorities active in development cooperation) are advancing on aid effectiveness in the planning and implementation of european development aid in relation to the achievement of commonly agreed targets and policy objectives , notably the sdgs , including progress towards alignment policy objectives and harmonisation of procedures , in particular with regard to joint programming , joint implementation and joint results frameworks; calls on the commission to present this progress report to the european parliament;


### 4. calls on the commission to publish , at least biannually , a report on the progress of the eu institutions and member states on improving effectiveness in the planning and implementation of european development cooperation and assistance measured against a set of commonly agreed targets and policy objectives , notably the sdgs , and including progress towards the alignment of policy objectives and the harmonisation of procedures , in particular with regard to joint programming , joint implementation and joint results frameworks; calls on the commission to present this progress report to parliament; ### 4. calls on the commission to publish , at least biannually , a report on the progress of the eu institutions and member states including their local and regional governments involved in the development cooperation , on improving effectiveness in the planning and implementation of european development cooperation and assistance measured against a set of commonly agreed targets and policy objectives , notably the sdgs , and including progress towards the alignment of policy objectives and the harmonisation of procedures , in particular with regard to joint programming , joint implementation and joint results frameworks; calls on the commission to present this progress report to parliament;


### 5. calls on the commission and the council to scale up joint programming between the eu and its member states , with the aim of securing a european voice with which to move forward towards commonly defined policy objectives , which should take into account innovative financing methods such as blending and guarantees; calls for clear , actionable commitments towards joint implementation and evaluation and for shared accountability mechanisms towards citizens; ### 5. calls on the commission and the council to scale up joint programming between the eu and its member states; points out that at country level , the eu and member states need to go beyond the mere consolidation of existing bilateral development priorities and actions and form a unified collective european voice on strategic issues in political and policy dialogue with partner countries with which to move forward towards commonly defined policy objectives , which should also take into account bodies of regional integration as eu counterparts when appropriate and innovative financing methods such as blending and guarantees; calls on the commission to ensure that regular meetings between the eu , the member states representatives , implementing agencies , international organisations and civil society organisations take place on the ground in the respective partner countries in order to identify the challenges and opportunities and that the subsequent joint response and implementation meets the identified needs; points out that joint programming , under the direction of heads of mission , has proven to be successful in terms of policy coherence across political , trade , development and security strategies; calls for clear , actionable commitments towards joint implementation and evaluation and for shared accountability mechanisms towards citizens;


### 6. stresses that in view of the future implementation of the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument (ndici) , joint programming by the eu , its members states and eu development financing partners should build upon the aid effectiveness principles; believes that the eu should collectively set strategic priorities and identify investment needs/gaps in the pre-programming phase and subsequently look at ways to optimise the range of modalities in the eu institutions’ toolbox , including grants , budget support and eib loans , as well as financing from the member states; calls on the eu institutions and member states , accordingly , to share evidence and experience about the kinds of development interventions that tend to be successful and those that have failed , proved difficult to implement or not produced the intended impact; ### 6. stresses that in view of the future implementation of the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument (ndici) , joint programming by the eu , its members states and eu development financing partners should build upon the aid effectiveness principles; believes that the eu should collectively set strategic priorities and identify investment needs/gaps in the pre-programming phase and subsequently look at ways to optimise the range of modalities in the eu institutions’ toolbox , including grants , budget support and eib loans , as well as financing from the member states; calls on the eu institutions and member states , as well as local and regional governments involved in the development cooperation , accordingly , to share evidence and experience about the kinds of development interventions that tend to be successful and those that have failed , proved difficult to implement or not produced the intended impact;


### 6. stresses that in view of the future implementation of the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument (ndici) , joint programming by the eu , its members states and eu development financing partners should build upon the aid effectiveness principles; believes that the eu should collectively set strategic priorities and identify investment needs/gaps in the pre-programming phase and subsequently look at ways to optimise the range of modalities in the eu institutions’ toolbox , including grants , budget support and eib loans , as well as financing from the member states; calls on the eu institutions and member states , accordingly , to share evidence and experience about the kinds of development interventions that tend to be successful and those that have failed , proved difficult to implement or not produced the intended impact; ### 6. stresses that in view of the future implementation of the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument (ndici) , joint programming by the eu , its members states and eu development financing partners should build upon the aid effectiveness principles; believes that the eu should collectively set strategic priorities and identify investment needs/gaps in the pre-programming phase and subsequently look at ways to optimise the range of modalities in the eu institutions’ toolbox , including grants , budget support grants and eib loans , as well as financing from the member states; calls on the commission to ensure that the programming and implementation of these modalities is co-ordinated , strategically aligned with partner countries priorities and processes and focussed on delivering outcomes and impacts that are transformational for achieving the sdgs in the specific context of each partner country;


### 7. stresses that accountability for all public expenditure , including official development assistance (oda) , is vital both in europe and in partner countries; believes that accountability requires strong institutions and that having clear and agreed targets for european oda is essential for ensuring continued public support for the eu’s development cooperation endeavours; emphasises , furthermore , that accountability requires transparent and robust procedures as well as concern for efficiency and the attainment of demonstrable results , thorough ex-ante and ex-post evaluation , and critical analysis of failures as well as learning about how to deliver effective and sustainable results; ### 7. stresses that accountability for all public expenditure , including official development assistance (oda) , is vital both in europe and in partner countries; believes that accountability requires strong institutions and that having clear and agreed targets for european oda is essential for ensuring continued public support for the eu’s development cooperation endeavours; emphasises , furthermore , that accountability requires transparent and robust procedures as well as concern for efficiency and the attainment of demonstrable results , thorough ex-ante and ex-post evaluation , and critical analysis of failures as well as learning about how to deliver effective and sustainable results; therefore calls on the commission to coordinate a europe-wide standardisation of impact indicators in order to compare the effectiveness and efficiency of projects between the member states;


### 8. believes that the use of results-based approaches is critical for the eu’s partner countries and is a fundamental element of their capacity to deliver the sdgs for their citizens; calls on the eu and its member states to support and use partner countries’ own national results-measuring frameworks and their monitoring and statistical systems , and to involve all relevant actors: local authorities; national parliaments; civil society; and the private sector; ### 8. believes that the use of results-based approaches is critical for the eu’s partner countries and is a fundamental element of their capacity to deliver the sdgs for their citizens; calls on the eu and its member states to support and use partner countries’ own national results-measuring frameworks and their monitoring and statistical systems , and to involve all relevant actors: local authorities; national parliaments; civil society , including ngos , diasporas , churches , religious associations and communities , faith-based organisations , social movements and trade unions , indigenous peoples and foundations , and the representation of vulnerable , disabled , discriminated and marginalised people; and the private sector;


### 9. calls for the eu and its member states to enhance their commitment to transparent data flows through continuous investment in data visualisation , statistical reporting and the publication of open data , the application of international standards such as iati (the international aid transparency initiative standard) , and by regularly updating the eu aid explorer; ### 9. calls for the eu and its member states to enhance their commitment to transparent data flows through continuous investment in data visualisation , statistical reporting and the publication of open data , the application of international standards such as iati (the international aid transparency initiative standard) , and by regularly updating and developing the eu aid explorer;


### 10. supports a catalytic approach , building on decentralised and bottom-up needs assessments and programming , which is informed by a thorough analysis of the situation in each partner country; encourages south-south and triangular cooperation; ### 10. supports a catalytic approach , building on decentralised and bottom-up needs assessments and programming , in strong collaboration with local communities and organisations , which is informed by a thorough analysis of the situation in each partner country; encourages south-south and triangular cooperation;


### 10. supports a catalytic approach , building on decentralised and bottom-up needs assessments and programming , which is informed by a thorough analysis of the situation in each partner country; encourages south-south and triangular cooperation; ### 10. supports the need for a catalytic approach , building on decentralised and bottom-up needs assessments and programming , which is informed by a thorough analysis of the situation in each partner country; encourages south-south and triangular cooperation; including at sub-national levels;


### 14. reiterates its request that the council and the member states set out a clear timeline for reaching the target of raising the oda budget to 0.7 % of gni and that the commission present a concrete action plan defining how additional resources will be leveraged towards achieving the sdgs; ### 14. reiterates its request that the council and the member states set out a clear timeline for reaching the target of raising the oda budget to 0.7 % of gni considering the internal and the external economic situation , and that the commission present a concrete action plan defining how additional resources will be leveraged towards achieving the sdgs;


### 3) how does the commission intend to build a genuine multi-actor partnership that would give a reinforced role to civil society , notably in political dialogue? ### 3) how does the commission intend to build a genuine multi-actor partnership that would give a reinforced role to civil society , including ngos , human rights and community groups , diasporas , churches , religious associations and communities , safeguarding the interests of the disabled , social movements and trade unions , indigenous people and foundations , and the representation of vulnerable , discriminated and marginalised people in political dialogue?


### 6) how does the commission envisage reinforcing provisions to fight against discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity and to ensure that acp partners are fully committed to sexual and reproductive health and rights and to the full implementation of the international conference on population and development (icpd) programme of action? ### 6) how does the commission envisage reinforcing provisions to fight against discrimination based on any ground including religion or belief or sexual orientation or gender identity and to ensure that acp partners are fully committed to sexual and reproductive health and reproductive rights and to the full implementation of the beijing platform for action and the programme of action of the international conference on population and development?


### 4) how does the council intend to build a genuine multi-actor partnership that would give a reinforced role to civil society , notably in political dialogue? ### 4) how does the council intend to build a genuine multi-actor partnership that would give a reinforced role to civil society , including ngos , human rights and community groups , diasporas , churches , religious associations and communities , safeguarding the interests of the disabled , social movements and trade unions , indigenous people and foundations , and the representation of vulnerable , discriminated and marginalised people in political dialogue?


### — having regard to article 25 of the universal declaration of human rights , which recognises the right to food as part of the right to an adequate standard of living , ### — having regard to article 25 of the universal declaration of human rights and to article 11 of the international covenant on economic , social and cultural rights , which recognise the right to food as part of the right to an adequate standard of living ,


### — having regard to the council conclusions of 26 november 2018 on strengthening global food and nutrition security , of 20 may 2021 on the eu’s priorities for the 2021 un food systems summit and of 14 june 2021 on strengthening team europe’s commitment to human development , ### — having regard to the council conclusions of 26 november 2018 on strengthening global food and nutrition security , of 25 november 2019 on the fourth progress report on the action plan on nutrition , of 20 may 2021 on the eu’s priorities for the 2021 un food systems summit , of 14 june 2021 on strengthening team europe’s commitment to human development and of 19 november 2021 on water in external action ,


### — having regard to the un sustainable development goals (sdgs) and the closely connected and integrated nature thereof , in particular sdg 1 to end poverty in all its forms everywhere , sdg 2 to end hunger , achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture , sdg 12 to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns , and sdg 17 to strengthen the means of implementation and revitalise the global partnership for sustainable development , ### — having regard to the un sustainable development goals (sdgs) and the closely connected and integrated nature thereof , in particular sdg 1 to end poverty in all its forms everywhere , sdg 2 to end hunger , achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture , sdg3 to ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages , sdg 5 to achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls , sdg 6 to ensure access to water and sanitation for all , sdg 10 to reduce inequality within and among countries , sdg 12 to ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns , sdg13 to take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts , and sdg 17 to strengthen the means of implementation and revitalise the global partnership for sustainable development ,


### d. whereas an unacceptably large number of people are still affected by malnutrition: of all children under five , 22 % are stunted due to chronic malnutrition , 6.7 % are affected by wasting – a form of acute malnutrition – and 5.7 % are overweight14 ; ### d. whereas malnutrition is an abnormal physiological condition caused by undernutrition as well as overweight and obesity; whereas an unacceptably large number of people are still affected by malnutrition: of all children under five , 22 % are stunted due to chronic malnutrition , 6.7 % are affected by wasting – a form of acute malnutrition – and 5.7 % are overweight14;


### d. whereas an unacceptably large number of people are still affected by malnutrition: of all children under five , 22 % are stunted due to chronic malnutrition , 6.7 % are affected by wasting – a form of acute malnutrition – and 5.7 % are overweight14 ; ### d. whereas an unacceptably large number of people are still affected by malnutrition: of all children under five , 22 % are stunted due to chronic malnutrition , 6.7 % are affected by wasting – a form of acute malnutrition – and 5.7 % are overweight14 and the actual stunting and wasting figures are expected to be higher due to the effects of the pandemic;


### f. whereas the number of people in need of urgent food , nutrition and livelihood assistance is on the rise15 ; whereas the major drivers of this are conflict , climate variability and climate extremes , environmental degradation , economic shocks , global population growth and failed governance; ### f. whereas the number of people in need of urgent food , nutrition and livelihood assistance is on the rise15; whereas the major drivers of this are conflicts , climate variability and climate extremes , environmental degradation , rising energy prices , limited access to water , economic shocks , global population growth and failed governance;


### h. whereas nutrition is an important investment as good nutrition during the first thousand days of a child’s life is critical to achieving full physical , intellectual and human potential; whereas good nutrition is therefore the cornerstone of prosperity for societies; ### h. whereas nutrition is an important investment as good nutrition during the first thousand days of a child’s life is critical to achieving full physical , intellectual and human potential; whereas hunger and malnutrition negatively affects children's abilities to learn and influence them to drop out of school; whereas good nutrition is therefore the cornerstone of prosperity for societies;


### j. whereas women play key roles in feeding the world as farmers , caregivers and producers , but have unequal access to food , resources , services and assets; ### j. whereas women play key roles in feeding the world as farmers , caregivers and producers , but have unequal access to food , resources , services and assets; whereas it is necessary to protect women’s and girls’ rights at all levels , ensure their access to their rights and provide space for them in decision-making processes; whereas women and girls are most impacted by climate change and disasters , leading to increased vulnerability due to compounding risks;


### 1. stresses that a policy on ensuring food security in developing countries must mirror the founding principles of the common agricultural policy , in that its primary goal must be to provide affordable safe food for its citizens while affording a fair standard of living for its farmers; ### 1. stresses that a policy that can contribute to ensuring food security in developing countries must mirror the founding principles of the common agricultural policy , in that its primary goal must be to provide affordable , safe , sufficient , nutritious and sustainable food for its citizens while affording a fair standard of living for its farmers and stimulating the competitiveness of the eu’s supply chains and fair trade;


### 2. is concerned about the sharp increase in food insecurity in the last few years and calls for increased and more efficient food assistance; ### 2. is concerned about the sharp increase in food insecurity in the last few years and calls for increased and more efficient food assistance and a redesign of food systems;


### 2. is concerned about the sharp increase in food insecurity in the last few years and calls for increased and more efficient food assistance; ### 2. is concerned about the sharp increase in food insecurity in the last few years and calls for increased and more efficient food assistance and support for the development of sowing and harvesting , diversity and quality of agricultural production and processing in partner countries;


### 2. emphasises that agriculture and food security are the foundation blocks for broader economic development , and insists that agricultural development must support self-sufficient agricultural production systems and food sovereignty in developing countries; ### 2. emphasises that agriculture , nutrition security , sustainability , self-sufficiency and international and intraregional trade are the foundation stones for broader economic development , and that national governments , supported by the international community , should provide an appropriate level of support for agricultural development in order to feed an estimated world population of 10 billion people by 2050;


### 3. points out the need for clear guidelines on how to achieve policy coherence for development at eu level while also addressing potentially conflicting policy objectives; ### 3. emphasises the need for greater coherence in development policy at eu level and increased consistency between eu development and trade policies to support the global transition to sustainable food systems;


### 4. calls for the eu to invest in interventions in partnerships with developing countries , since investing in food and nutrition is key to building human capital and achieving the sdgs; ### 4. calls for the eu to invest in measures and interventions in partnerships with developing countries , since investing in high-quality , affordable and varied food and nutrition is key to building human capital and competitiveness with a view to achieving the sdgs;


### 4. recalls the importance of systematically assessing the effects of new policies on developing countries in order to achieve the un sustainable development goals; ### 4. recalls the importance of assessing the effects of new policies on developing countries in order to achieve the un sustainable development goals;


### 5. highlights the need for policies to be country-driven , needs-based and context-appropriate as food systems are very diverse; recalls that priority should be given to local food production; ### 5. highlights the need for policies to be country-driven , needs-based and context-appropriate as food systems are very diverse; recalls that priority should be given to the funding of smallholders , family farms and cooperatives , local food production , regional supply chains and crop diversification;


### 5. underlines that the farm to fork strategy is the eu’s most ambitious policy framework to promote a more sustainable and resilient eu food system and support a global transition to sustainable food systems; ### 5. underlines that the farm to fork strategy is an ambitious eu policy framework that promotes a more sustainable and resilient eu food system and supports a global transition to sustainable food systems; highlights , in this regard , the eu’s commitment to pursue alliances aimed at establishing sustainable food systems within bilateral , regional and multilateral fora , with an emphasis on the challenges faced by developing countries , so that the global transition delivers efficient , integrated solutions offering added value for people , the environment and the economy;


### 5. underlines that the farm to fork strategy is the eu’s most ambitious policy framework to promote a more sustainable and resilient eu food system and support a global transition to sustainable food systems; ### 5. underlines that the farm to fork strategy risks causing a decline in the eu’s agricultural production and increasing its dependence on imports of foodstuffs , thereby reducing its food security and possibly creating imbalances on the global markets to the detriment of the food security of developing countries;


### 5. underlines that the farm to fork strategy is the eu’s most ambitious policy framework to promote a more sustainable and resilient eu food system and support a global transition to sustainable food systems; ### 5. underlines that the farm to fork strategy is the eu’s most ambitious policy framework to promote a more sustainable and resilient eu food system and must promote equivalence in global food production to support a global and just transition to sustainable food systems;


### 6. underlines the need to consistently work with countries to support the creation of context-specific , feasible and robust national nutrition targets; ### 6. underlines the need to consistently work with countries , local civil society and communities to support the creation of context-specific , feasible and robust national nutrition targets , as well as in the design , implementation and monitoring of programmes; recognises the key role of civil society in reaching smallholder farmers by linking them to training , resources , markets and value chains;


### 6. stresses the necessity to reinforce research and share innovations between the eu and developing countries to increase food system resilience , especially in the context of climate change; ### 6. stresses the necessity to reinforce research , promote the use of new technologies and share in practice innovations and knowledge between the eu and developing countries to increase food system resilience , especially in the context of climate change; highlights , therefore , the need to increase exchanges of european technology and innovation , including locally , for instance by establishing working groups that include european experts and decision-makers from developing countries;


### 6. stresses the necessity to reinforce research and share innovations between the eu and developing countries to increase food system resilience , especially in the context of climate change; ### 6. stresses that the reduction in european agriculture’s carbon footprint must involve the third countries , or the measures will have a much lesser impact at global level and the competitiveness of european agriculture will be damaged; stresses , too , the necessity to reinforce research and share innovations between the eu and developing countries to increase food system resilience , especially in the context of climate change;


### 7. encourages increased consistency between eu development and trade policies to support the global transition to sustainable agrifood systems; ### 7. encourages increased consistency between eu development and trade policies to support the global transition to sustainable agrifood systems , so that food security risks , especially those relating to pricing vulnerabilities , can be kept to a minimum;


### 8. calls for the eu and its member states to mobilise long-term financial investments in food and nutrition security and sustainable agriculture; ### 8. calls for the eu and its member states to mobilise long-term financial investments in food and nutrition security and sustainable agriculture; urges the eu to re-prioritise food and sustainable agriculture in its international development programming and ensure access to funding for local communities and organisations supporting them;


### 8. notes that while lifting export subsidies and decoupling direct payments has significantly reduced the risk of dumping practices , some areas of concern persist and should be closely monitored , in particular agricultural sectors still tied to coupled income support in many eu member states. ### 8. notes that lifting export subsidies and decoupling direct payments has significantly reduced the risk of dumping by the european agricultural policy in third-country markets.


### 9. urges the commission to accelerate efforts to support partner countries to reduce the number of stunted children aged under five by 7 million by 2025; ### 9. urges the commission to accelerate efforts to support partner countries to reduce childhood stunting within children aged under five by 7 million by 2025;


### 9. urges the commission to accelerate efforts to support partner countries to reduce the number of stunted children aged under five by 7 million by 2025; ### 9. urges the commission to accelerate efforts to support partner countries to reduce the number of stunted children aged under five by 7 million by 2025 as committed to in the eu action plan on nutrition;


### 9. urges the commission to accelerate efforts to support partner countries to reduce the number of stunted children aged under five by 7 million by 2025; ### 9. urges the commission to accelerate efforts to support partner countries to reduce the number of stunted children aged under five by 7 million by 2025; calls for the guaranteed availability of a wide variety of nutritious food for school-aged children;


### 13. recalls that women’s empowerment is crucial for nutrition , food security and resilience-building; ### 13. recalls that the empowerment of women and girls is crucial for nutrition , food security and resilience-building; points out that strengthening the role of women and girls remains a challenge for agriculture and for food and nutrition security;


### 13. recalls that women’s empowerment is crucial for nutrition , food security and resilience-building; ### 13. recalls that women and girl’s empowerment is crucial for nutrition , food security and resilience-building;


### 14. calls for environmentally sound food production and the conservation and rehabilitation of natural environments in order to reduce climate risks and thus strengthen the resilience of food systems; ### 14. calls for environmentally sound food production and climate-resilient adaptation as well as the conservation and rehabilitation of natural environments in order to reduce climate risks and thus strengthen the resilience of food systems;


### 14. calls for environmentally sound food production and the conservation and rehabilitation of natural environments in order to reduce climate risks and thus strengthen the resilience of food systems; ### 14. calls for environmentally sound food production and the conservation and rehabilitation of natural environments in order to reduce climate risks and thus strengthen the biodiversity and resilience of food systems;


### 15. calls for the eu to tailor its programming under the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument – global europe to actively support a global transformation to sustainable food systems that can provide affordable healthy diets; ### 15. calls for the eu to tailor its programming under the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument – global europe to actively support a global transformation to sustainable food systems that is rights-based , environmentally sustainable , puts particular attention on women’s needs , and can provide affordable healthy diets for all;


### 15. calls for the eu to tailor its programming under the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument – global europe to actively support a global transformation to sustainable food systems that can provide affordable healthy diets; ### 15. calls for the eu to tailor its programming under the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument – global europe to actively support a global transformation to sustainable and resilient food systems that can provide affordable healthy diets;


### 16. stresses that eu investments and interventions should be based on rigorous pre-assessments in order to devise equitable action and strengthen capacities at a national and local level , including non-state authorities; ### 16. stresses that eu investments and interventions should be based on rigorous pre-assessments and inclusion of those affected by the investments and interventions in order to devise equitable action and strengthen capacities at a national and local level , including non-state actors;


### 17. calls for the eu action plan on nutrition to be revised to address all forms of malnutrition in humanitarian and development contexts; ### 17. calls for the eu action plan on nutrition to be revised to address all forms of malnutrition in humanitarian and development contexts and include new ambitious political and financial commitments after 2025;


### 18. underlines that humanitarian aid is needed to tackle immediate life-threatening situations , while solutions funded by other types of aid to address the long-term drivers of food insecurity need to be pursued simultaneously; ### 18. underlines that humanitarian aid is needed to tackle immediate life-threatening situations , while solutions funded by other types of aid to address the long-term drivers of food insecurity need to be pursued simultaneously; supports humanitarian exemptions for all international and domestic counter-terrorism measures and sanctions;


### 19. supports the ongoing realisation of the humanitarian , development and peace-building nexus; highlights that this should continue to include programming for nutrition; ### 19. supports the ongoing realisation of the humanitarian , development and peace-building nexus; highlights that this should continue to include programming for food security and nutrition;


### 20. welcomes the work of eu and rome-based agencies to pursue anticipatory action to prevent crises before they hit; calls for coordination mechanisms with local actors on the ground to be strengthened; ### 20. welcomes the work of eu and rome-based agencies to pursue conflict sensitive anticipatory action to prevent crises before they hit; calls for coordination mechanisms with local actors on the ground to be strengthened and support to locally lead anticipatory action to be increased;


### 20. welcomes the work of eu and rome-based agencies to pursue anticipatory action to prevent crises before they hit; calls for coordination mechanisms with local actors on the ground to be strengthened; ### 20. welcomes the work of eu and un rome-based agencies to pursue anticipatory action to prevent crises before they hit; calls for coordination mechanisms with local actors on the ground to be strengthened;


### 22. calls on the commission to prioritise the integration of nutrition in health , education , water , sanitation and hygiene interventions in order to ensure that at least 20 % of official development assistance through the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument – global europe is dedicated to social inclusion and human development; ### 22. calls on the commission to ensure a multisectoral approach to nutrition and to prioritise the integration of food security and nutrition in health , education , water , sanitation and hygiene interventions in order to ensure that at least 20 % of official development assistance through the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument – global europe is dedicated to social inclusion and human development;


### 24. calls for the eu to actively fulfil the commitments of the nutrition year of action 2021 , notably those arising from the un food systems summit and nutrition for growth summit; ### 24. calls for the eu to actively fulfil the commitments of the nutrition year of action 2021 , notably those arising from the un food systems summit and nutrition for growth summit to support the african union theme of the year 2022 , year of nutrition: “strengthening resilience in nutrition and food security on the african continent: strengthening agro food systems , health and social protection systems for the acceleration of human , social and economic capital development”;


### 25. points to the need to improve food security and nutrition in developing countries through a holistic and sustainable food system approach; calls for the commission to adopt a multisectoral rights-based strategy; ### 25. points to the need to improve food security and nutrition in developing countries through a holistic and sustainable food system approach; calls for the commission to adopt a multisectoral rights-based strategy; calls on the european commission to ensure that eu investments in agriculture , economic development , climate mitigation and adaptation , wash , health and other sectors take nutrition fully into account by incorporating measurable nutrition outcomes at the planning stage;


### c. whereas the 2018 external evaluation revealed serious shortcomings in the implementation of pcd; whereas a recent study commissioned by parliament found that major problems persist; ### c. whereas the 2018 external evaluation revealed serious shortcomings in the implementation of pcd; including a limited role of eu delegations , whereas a recent study commissioned by parliament found that major problems persist;


### d. whereas the current global geopolitical context is marked , in particular , by the impacts of the covid-19 pandemic , russia’s illegal invasion of ukraine , and climate change , and these problems are seriously threatening the global achievement of the sdgs such that a comprehensive response is necessary; whereas this further increases the need for effective implementation of pcd and coherence and consistency between different policies , as in the case of the humanitarian-development nexus; ### d. whereas the current global geopolitical context is marked , in particular , by the impacts of the covid-19 pandemic , russia’s illegal invasion of ukraine , and climate change , whereas the european union is facing a severe energy crisis , and these problems are seriously threatening the global achievement of the sdgs such that a comprehensive response is necessary; whereas this further increases the need for effective implementation of pcd and coherence and consistency between different policies , as in the case of the humanitarian-development nexus;


### d. whereas the current global geopolitical context is marked , in particular , by the impacts of the covid-19 pandemic , russia’s illegal invasion of ukraine , and climate change , and these problems are seriously threatening the global achievement of the sdgs such that a comprehensive response is necessary; whereas this further increases the need for effective implementation of pcd and coherence and consistency between different policies , as in the case of the humanitarian-development nexus; ### d. whereas the current global geopolitical context is marked , in particular , by the impacts of the covid-19 pandemic , russia’s illegal invasion of ukraine and its consequences , and climate change , and these problems are seriously threatening the global achievement of the sdgs such that a comprehensive response is necessary; whereas this further increases the need for effective implementation of pcd and coherence and consistency between different policies , as in the case of the humanitarian-development nexus;


### g. whereas accountability is an important aspect of development cooperation and must be applied to pcd; whereas a specific ‘eu report on pcd’ produced by the commission every two years has been discontinued since 2019 in favour of an eu report on the implementation of the sdgs produced every four years; ### g. whereas accountability , visibility and transparency are important aspects of development cooperation and must be applied to pcd; whereas a specific ‘eu report on pcd’ produced by the commission every two years has been discontinued since 2019 in favour of an eu report on the implementation of the sdgs produced every four years; whereas commission’s reporting is mostly of a general descriptive character and of little help for assessing the effectiveness of pcd; whereas this underlines the need for clear pcd targets and indicators and transparent monitoring;


### 1. reiterates that all eu institutions and member states must comply with their pcd obligations under the treaties in all legislative and policy initiatives likely to have an impact on developing countries; calls for a step change in efforts to implement pcd to ensure that impacts on developing countries are properly identified and analysed , that negative impacts are avoided or minimised , and that full use is made of possible synergies with the pursuit of development objectives; ### 1. reiterates that all eu institutions and member states must comply with their pcd obligations under the treaties in all legislative and policy initiatives likely to have an impact on developing countries; calls for a step change in the actual implementation of pcd to ensure that impacts on developing countries are properly identified and analysed , that negative impacts are avoided or minimised , and that full use is made of possible synergies with the pursuit of development objectives;


### 2. calls for a communication that clarifies the definition and role of pcd in the context of the sdgs and is accompanied by an action plan on pcd with a clear methodology and concrete quantitative and qualitative indicators to measure the implementation of pcd by the eu and member states and ensure accountability by including this in a new framework for monitoring and coordination of development policies across the eu; calls for this communication to be published before the end of the current commission’s mandate; ### 2. calls for a communication that clarifies the definition and role of pcd in the context of the sdgs and is accompanied by an action plan on pcd with a clear methodology and concrete quantitative and qualitative indicators to measure the implementation of pcd by the eu and member states and ensure accountability by including this in a new framework for transparent monitoring and coordination of development policies across the eu; calls for this communication to be published before the end of the current commission’s mandate;


### 3. reiterates its call for a high-level eu strategy for the implementation of the un’s 2030 agenda and the sdgs; considers that pcd , which represents a unique eu contribution to the broader objective of pcsd , must be a central pillar of this strategy; ### 3. reiterates its call for a high-level eu strategy for the implementation of the un’s 2030 agenda and the sdgs; considers that pcd , which represents a unique eu contribution to the broader objective of pcsd , must be a central pillar of this strategy and should be adequately included already in the eu’s 2023 voluntary national review of its implementation of the 2030 agenda for sustainable development;


### 4. underlines that pcd needs to remain a key part of the eu’s foreign policy and calls for it to be given more visibility and for the eu to play a leading role in promoting pcd globally , including at the oecd development assistance committee and at the un; ### 4. underlines that pcd needs to remain a key part of the eu’s foreign policy and calls for it to be given more visibility and for the eu to play a leading role in promoting pcd globally , including at the oecd development assistance committee and at the un , as well as through significant international agreements , in particular the post-cotonou agreement , but not limited to it;


### - systematically screen all planned commission policy and legislative initiatives for possible impacts on developing countries at an early stage and in a transparent manner; undertake detailed ex ante impact assessments , which should include the results of consultations with stakeholders , including partner countries , civil society organisations and the private sector , as well as input from eu delegations in developing countries; ### - systematically screen all planned commission policy and legislative initiatives for possible impacts on developing countries at an early stage and in a transparent manner; instruct every directorate-general in charge of the preparation of a specific policy initiative to consistently pay due attention to possible pcd aspects , at the "inception impact assessment" stage and onwards; undertake detailed ex ante impact assessments , which should include the results of consultations with stakeholders , including partner countries , civil society organisations and the private sector , as well as input from eu delegations in developing countries;


### - resume the publication of a specific annual report on the eu’s performance in all its development policy commitments and ensure that it adequately covers the implementation of pcd and any challenges met; ### - resume the publication of a specific annual accountability report on the eu's and its member states performance in relation to the eu's commitments and its member states' collective commitments affecting development policy objectives , ensuring that it adequately covers the implementation of pcd and the challenges met in that context;


### - resume the publication of a specific annual report on the eu’s performance in all its development policy commitments and ensure that it adequately covers the implementation of pcd and any challenges met; ### - resume the publication of a specific annual report on the eu’s performance in all its development policy commitments and ensure that it adequately covers the implementation of pcd and any challenges met , increasing transparency and accountability towards the citizens and the european parliament;


### 7. emphasises the critical role of the directorate-general for international partnerships (dg intpa) in ensuring the implementation of pcd in the commission; calls on dg intpa to actively and meaningfully engage with other dgs as early as possible through all available mechanisms to ensure that pcd is implemented in all relevant commission initiatives; welcomes dg intpa’s complementary studies on the impact of key legislative initiatives on developing countries , but notes that these should instead be fully analysed in the relevant impact assessment; calls for the re-establishment of a dedicated pcd team within dg intpa to coordinate and reinforce the pcd work of thematic units; ### 7. emphasises the critical role of the directorate-general for international partnerships (dg intpa) in ensuring the implementation of pcd in the commission and:


### 8. notes that the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument – global europe could be used to prevent and minimise the negative impacts of new eu legislation or policy initiatives , when these cannot be avoided , and to build positive synergies in developing countries; calls also for the eu development education and awareness raising programme to include activities focused on pcd; ### 8. believes that , if in spite of determined efforts , an adverse impact of an eu policy on the pursuit of a development policy objective cannot be fully avoided , the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument – global europe could be used to minimise these negative impacts of new eu legislation or policy initiatives , and to build positive synergies in developing countries; emphasises , however , that possibilities of such action should only be considered in the last resort and never as an alternative to endeavours to avoid adverse impacts; calls also for the eu development education and awareness raising programme to include activities focused on pcd;


### 9. underlines the critical role of eu delegations in implementing pcd and calls on the commission and european external action service (eeas) to ensure that delegations have the necessary expertise and resources to be involved from the outset in any new eu policy or legislation affecting developing countries; eu delegations in developing countries should , in particular: ### 9. underlines the critical role of eu delegations in implementing pcd and calls on the commission and european external action service (eeas) to ensure that delegations have the necessary expertise and resources to be actively involved from the outset in any new eu policy or legislation affecting developing countries; eu delegations in developing countries should , in particular:


### - systematically include pcd among the topics to be discussed in policy dialogues with developing countries; ### - systematically include pcd among the topics to be discussed in policy dialogues with developing countries; encourage their governments to strive for coherence of their own policies and actions , so as to maximise the development effectiveness of eu support as well as other activities;


### - systematically include pcd among the topics to be discussed in policy dialogues with developing countries; ### - systematically include pcd among the topics to be discussed in policy dialogues with developing countries’ state and non-state actors;


### - regularly monitor the impact of eu policies on developing countries and contribute to detailed reporting on pcd; ### - regularly monitor the impact of eu policies on developing countries and contribute to detailed reporting on pcd , including through a chapter dedicated to pcd , analysing the eeas’s role and accountability , in the “eeas annual activity report”;


### - devote appropriate expertise and resources , and establish coordination mechanisms , in their national administrations to effectively implement pcd and report on its implementation; ### - devote appropriate expertise and resources , and establish coordination mechanisms , in their national administrations to effectively implement pcd and report on its implementation; underlines the potential of national parliaments to play important roles in promoting pcd;


### - adopt annual council conclusions on the requested commission report on the eu’s development policy commitments and the implementation of pcd; ### - adopt council conclusions on each of commission's annual accountability reports called for;


### - calls for a ‘pcd mainstreaming network’ involving all committees , in particular those involved in eu legislation , as well as parliamentary delegations for relations with developing countries; include pcd in the agenda of all outgoing parliamentary missions and ad hoc delegations to developing countries; ### - calls for a ‘pcd mainstreaming network’ involving members of all committees acting as focal points , in particular those involved in eu legislation , as well as parliamentary delegations for relations with developing countries; include pcd in the agenda of all outgoing parliamentary missions and ad hoc delegations to developing countries;


### - instructs parliament’s research service (eprs) to regularly screen the commission’s work programme for pcd issues , systematically analyse how pcd is dealt with in commission impact assessments and relevant proposals , and to report when important weaknesses or omissions are found; ### - instructs parliament’s research service (eprs) to regularly screen the commission’s work programme for pcd issues , systematically analyse how pcd is dealt with in commission impact assessments and relevant proposals , and to without delay alert the development and other relevant committees when important weaknesses or omissions are found;


### 1. notes with concern the asymmetry of international investment agreements (iia) , which give rights to foreign investors without putting the host state under any obligations in terms of human rights , labour and environmental law; regrets that iias usually include the investor-state dispute settlement mechanism (isds) , which provides protection for investors but not for states or citizens; ### 1. highlights the fact that the eu has shifted from an isds approach to a permanent and institutionalized dispute settlement tribunal;


### 2. deplores the asymmetry of this private justice system ,which gives foreign investors the right to bring claims against governments; highlights the risks posed by the high costs of isds claims for the public finance of developing countries; stresses that the costs of investment lawsuits have the potential to bring the public budgets of most african countries to breaking point; ### 2. deplores the asymmetry of the investor-state dispute settlement mechanism (isds) , which gives foreign investors the right to bring claims against governments; highlights the risks posed by the high costs of isds claims for the public finance of developing countries; stresses that the costs of investment lawsuits have the potential to bring the public budgets of most developing countries to breaking point;


### 3. calls for the eu to align its investment policy with the european green deal and the european climate law1 ; ### deleted


### 4. urges the eu to review its investment treaties in order to ensure a fair balance between rights and obligations for investors with full respect for human rights and the environment; stresses the need to oblige the investor to support sustainable investment in the host state and to oblige the home state of the investor to allow victims to seek justice; ### 4. welcomes the commissions efforts to ensure a fair balance between rights and obligations for investors with respect for human rights and the environment; stresses that investors should support sustainable investment in the host state;


### 5. believes that governments should not sign new investment protection treaties that include the isds mechanism and should remove it from the existing ones; ### 5. welcomes that the eu does not sign new investment protection treaties that include the isds mechanism;


### 6. stresses that the investment court system designed by the eu does not protect governments’ right to regulate; ### 6. welcomes that the investment court system designed by the eu does protect governments’ right to regulate; encourages to continue upholding these rights;


### 7. urges the eu to refrain from including a digital clause in investment trade agreements that would restrict the digital industrialisation strategy of developing countries; ### deleted


### d. whereas indigenous peoples and local communities (iplc) are heavily reliant on land , natural resources and ecosystems for their basic needs and livelihoods; ### d. whereas indigenous peoples and local communities (iplc) are heavily reliant on land , natural resources and ecosystems for their basic needs and livelihoods , taking into account that their low standard of living and exclusion from political and economic life may imply crucial conflicts concerning the use of natural resources and land rights;


### f. whereas a growing body of research is showing that iplc possess crucial knowledge and play a vital role in the sustainable management of natural resources and the conservation of biodiversity; ### f. whereas a growing body of research is showing that iplc possess crucial knowledge and play a vital role in the sustainable management of natural resources and the conservation of biodiversity as well as in improving rural livelihoods and enhancing the resilience of population and communities;


### h. whereas it is estimated that globally , 30 % of threats to species are due to international trade; ### h. whereas it is estimated that globally , 30 % of threats to species are due to international trade , while cooperation between relevant national authorities for agriculture , phytosanitary services , veterinary services , trade and environment is necessary to effectively implement legal frameworks for prevention and control in monitoring and managing species , without unnecessarily restricting trade and creating additional trade barriers;


### 3. recalls that the conservation , sustainable use and restoration of biodiversity is vital to achieve many other policy objectives , including human health , climate change mitigation and adaptation , disaster risk reduction , and water and food security; ### 3. recalls that the conservation , sustainable use and restoration of biodiversity is vital to achieve many other policy objectives , including human health , climate change mitigation and adaptation , disaster risk reduction , water , food and nutrition security , sustainable and resilient food systems , development of rural areas and job creation as well as sustainable use of forest and agriculture ecosystems in the balance between economic , social and environmental aspects;


### 3. recalls that the conservation , sustainable use and restoration of biodiversity is vital to achieve many other policy objectives , including human health , climate change mitigation and adaptation , disaster risk reduction , and water and food security; ### 3. recalls that the conservation , sustainable use and restoration of biodiversity is vital to achieve many other policy objectives , including human health , climate change mitigation and adaptation , disaster risk reduction , and water as well as nutritional and food security;


### 9. calls for the eu to pass a mandatory due diligence law to make companies and their financiers directly responsible for ensuring that their imports are not tainted by land grabs and deforestation; ### 9. calls for the eu to carry out value chain due diligence to make companies and their financiers responsible for ensuring that their imports are not tainted by land grabs and deforestation;


### 11. urges the eu to mainstream biodiversity into all policy areas , notably agriculture , fisheries , energy , mining , trade and climate change; ### 11. highlights the fact that biodiversity is at the centre of many economic activities , particularly those related to crop and livestock agriculture , forestry , fisheries , and many forms of tourism directly based on nature and healthy ecosystems; urges the eu to mainstream biodiversity into all policy areas , notably agriculture , fisheries , forestry , energy , mining , trade , tourism and climate change;


### 11. urges the eu to mainstream biodiversity into all policy areas , notably agriculture , fisheries , energy , mining , trade and climate change; ### 11. urges the eu to mainstream biodiversity into all related policy areas , notably agriculture , fisheries , energy , mining , trade and climate change as well as to promote innovative and implementable solutions to tackle biodiversity loss , while ensuring healthy , safe , accessible and affordable food to all;


### 14. calls for the protection and restoration of forests to be prioritised in the upcoming ndici; ### 14. calls for the protection and restoration of forests to be prioritised in the upcoming ndici; emphasizes that forests can only develop their full functions for the climate and the environment if they are managed sustainably;


### 15. recalls that agricultural production both depends and has an impact on biodiversity; ### 15. recalls that agricultural production both depends and has an impact on biodiversity; stresses that policy actions and financial incentives should enable farmers to implement training , technology and innovation in the uptake and delivery of biodiversity and environmental benefits , while keeping in balance regulatory actions , voluntary measures and good agricultural practices;


### 15. recalls that agricultural production both depends and has an impact on biodiversity; ### 15. recalls that agricultural production both depends and has an impact on biodiversity; highlights the fact that agricultural expansion accounts for 70% of the projected loss of global biodiversity and the demand for fertile land is projected to increase substantially by 2050 due to increasing population and urbanization;


### 18. recalls that seed diversity is vital in building the resilience of farming to climate change; ### 18. recalls that seed diversity is vital in building the resilience of agriculture , adapting to changing conditions such as climate change , new diseases , pests and sustainable lifestyles , taking into account productivity as well as food demand and food security of the world population;


### 18. recalls that seed diversity is vital in building the resilience of farming to climate change; ### 18. recalls that enhancing seed and crops diversity by switching to drought or flood resistant varieties is vital in building the resilience of farming to climate change;


### 20. calls for the eu to put an end to the double standards towards pesticides whereby hazardous substances banned in the eu can be exported from the union; ### 20. points out that unsustainable practices in agriculture and forestry , such as excessive water withdrawal and pollution by hazardous chemicals cause substantial environmental degradation and biodiversity loss; calls for the eu to put an end to the double standards towards pesticides whereby hazardous substances banned in the eu can be exported from the union;


### 24. highlights that the biodiversity of cultivated crops and farmed animals has fallen as a result of international trade; calls for a full assessment of the direct and indirect impact of eu ftas on biodiversity; ### 24. highlights that the biodiversity of cultivated crops and farmed animals has fallen as a result of international trade; calls for a comprehensive scientifically based assessment of the direct and indirect impact of eu ftas on biodiversity loss;


### 27. recalls that the majority of drugs used for healthcare and the prevention of diseases are derived from biodiversity; ### 27. recalls that the majority of drugs used for healthcare and the prevention of diseases are derived from biodiversity; it is estimated that over 28 ,000 species of plants around the world are used medicinally;


### c. whereas inequalities that drive the hiv epidemic including violation of human rights and sexual and reproductive health and rights , stigma and discrimination , have been deteriorating and have been further exacerbated by covid-19; ### c. whereas inequalities that drive the hiv epidemic including violation of human rights and sexual and reproductive health and rights , in the context of the beijing platform for action and the programme of action of the icpd and the outcomes of their review conferences , stigma and discrimination , have been deteriorating and have been further exacerbated by covid-19;


### d. whereas men who have sex with men , transgender people , people who inject drugs , sex workers and their clients , and prisoners (key populations) are at higher risk of exposure to hiv than other groups , and whose engagement is critical in the hiv response; ### d. whereas men who have sex with men , people who inject drugs , sex workers and their clients , and prisoners (key populations) are at higher risk of exposure to hiv than other groups , and whose engagement is critical in the hiv response;


### 5. requests the european external action service , the european commission and member states to use the implementation of the eu human rights action plan and the gender action plan iii to address the human rights and gender inequality drivers of hiv/aids by prioritising the fight against stigma and discrimination , sexual and gender based violence , criminalisation of same-sex relations and other punitive and discriminatory laws and policies to contribute to universal access to sexual and reproductive health and rights , access to quality education , including comprehensive sexuality education , equitable and affordable access to healthcare , and the participation of affected communities in all spheres of public life; ### 5. requests the european external action service , the european commission and member states to use the implementation of the eu human rights action plan and the gender action plan iii to address the human rights and gender inequality drivers of hiv/aids by prioritising the fight against stigma and discrimination , sexual and gender based violence , criminalisation of same-sex relations and other punitive and discriminatory laws and policies to contribute to universal access to sexual and reproductive health and rights in the context of the beijing platform for action and the programme of action of the icpd and the outcomes of their review conferences , access to quality education , including age appropriate comprehensive sexuality education , equitable and affordable access to healthcare , and the participation of affected communities in all spheres of public life;


### 6. requests the european commission to prioritise health as part of the eu-africa strategy and to promote investments in integrated hiv and sexual and reproductive health and rights , with a focus on women and girls and other vulnerable groups; ### 6. requests the european commission to prioritise health as part of the eu-africa strategy and to promote investments in integrated hiv and sexual and reproductive health care , with a focus on women and girls and other vulnerable groups;


### 12. calls on the european commission to work with member states and partners to support and invest in community engagement and community-led responses as key components in an effective hiv/aids response; ### 12. calls on the european commission to work with member states and partners to support and invest in community engagement and community-led responses as key components in an effective hiv/aids response , as well as to integrate hiv prevention and care with other local health care services offers as an entry point for hiv information , education , communication and training;


### a. whereas humanitarian needs are at an all-time high , with 238 million people in need of assistance in 2021 , due largely to conflicts but also systemic factors such as climate change , natural disasters , environmental degradation , global population growth and failed governance; ### a. whereas humanitarian needs are at an all-time high , with 238 million people in need of assistance in 2021 , due largely to conflicts but also systemic factors such as climate change , natural disasters , environmental degradation , global population growth , food insecurity , limited water resources and failed governance;


### f. whereas in 2020 the eu and member states’ combined funding was 36 % of global humanitarian assistance – the largest share in the world; whereas the level of contributions varies within the eu , with four member states and the commission accounting for around 90 % of all eu humanitarian financing; ### f. whereas humanitarian aid is a key pillar of the eu’s external action and whereas in 2020 the eu and member states’ combined funding was 36 % of global humanitarian assistance – the largest share in the world; whereas the level of contributions varies within the eu , with four member states and the commission accounting for around 90 % of all eu humanitarian financing;


### h. whereas basic norms and principles are being challenged around the world through regular violations of international humanitarian law , including attacks on civilians and humanitarian workers , in addition to growing obstacles to the provision of humanitarian aid; ### h. whereas basic norms and principles are being challenged around the world through regular violations of international humanitarian law , including attacks on civilians , humanitarian and medical workers , in addition to growing obstacles to the provision of humanitarian aid;


### i. whereas addressing humanitarian crises requires not only more funding but also decisive political efforts to reduce needs by preventing and ending conflicts , protecting basic human rights , promoting sustainable development and reducing risks and vulnerabilities; ### i. whereas addressing humanitarian crises requires not only more funding but also decisive political efforts to reduce needs by preventing and ending conflicts , protecting basic human rights , promoting sustainable development , reducing risks and vulnerabilities as well as adapting to climate change;


### 1. welcomes the commission communication on the eu’s humanitarian action: new challenges , same principles and its concrete proposals to improve the provision of humanitarian aid , and calls for the swift implementation of these proposals; reiterates that in accordance with the european consensus , the eu’s humanitarian aid must always be provided solely on the basis of need , must be fully in line with the humanitarian principles of humanity , neutrality , impartiality and independence , and must pay particular attention to vulnerable groups; ### 1. welcomes the commission communication on the eu’s humanitarian action: new challenges , same principles and its concrete proposals to improve the provision of humanitarian aid , and calls for the swift implementation of these proposals; reiterates that in accordance with the european consensus on humanitarian aid , the eu’s humanitarian aid must always be provided solely on well- defined and pre-assessed needs , must be fully in line with the humanitarian principles of humanity , neutrality , impartiality and independence , and must pay particular attention to vulnerable groups;


### 2. notes with concern the sharp increase in the humanitarian funding gap , as major donors are reducing funding at a time of growing needs; underlines the stark differences in contributions both at a global level and from within the eu; calls for the eu to advocate for greater international responsibility-sharing and an increase in humanitarian funding; urges the member states to lead by example and contribute a fixed share of their gross national incomes to humanitarian aid; calls on the commission to report annually on the amount of humanitarian funding disbursed from within the eu and at a global level; ### 2. notes with concern the sharp increase in the humanitarian funding gap , as major donors are reducing funding at a time of growing needs; underlines the stark differences in contributions both at a global level and from within the eu; calls for the eu to provide an appropriate budget for eu humanitarian actions to guarantee that financial needs are ready in a flexible manner and to keep a ring-fenced envelope within the solidarity and emergency aid reserve (sear) for humanitarian crises outside the union and maintaining the existing capacity to rapidly mobilise additional funds in the case of emerging , escalating or sudden onset emergencies; calls for the eu to advocate for greater international responsibility-sharing and an increase in humanitarian funding to meet the needs; urges the member states to lead by example and contribute a share of their gross national incomes to humanitarian aid; calls on the commission to report annually on the amount of humanitarian funding disbursed by the eu at a global level;


### 3. is alarmed at the growing number of serious violations of international humanitarian law and calls for the establishment of an eu coordination mechanism in order to monitor violations and advocate for ensuring that international humanitarian law is respected , including by using the relevant political , development aid , trade and economic levers in the eu’s external action; ### 3. is alarmed at the growing number of serious violations of international humanitarian law and human rights law , and calls for the establishment of an eu coordination mechanism in order to monitor violations and advocate for ensuring that international humanitarian law is respected , including by using the relevant political , development aid , trade and economic levers in the eu’s external action;


### 4. calls on the commission and the member states to include international humanitarian law violations as a criterion for listing individuals or entities in the relevant eu sanctions regimes; notes that sanctions and restrictive measures must comply with international humanitarian law and must not hinder the provision of humanitarian assistance; underlines the need to consistently include humanitarian exceptions in regimes of restrictive measures and to provide the necessary support and guidance to partners to apply these exceptions effectively; ### 4. calls on the commission and the member states to consider where appropriate including international humanitarian law violations as a criterion for listing individuals or entities in the relevant eu sanctions regimes in line with the eu guidelines on the promotion on compliance with international humanitarian law; notes that sanctions and restrictive measures must comply with international humanitarian law and must not hinder the provision of humanitarian activities; underlines the need to consistently include humanitarian exemptions in regimes of restrictive measures and to provide the necessary support and guidance to partners to apply these exemptions effectively;


### 5. calls for the eu and its member states to swiftly fulfil the commitments made at the world humanitarian summit and as part of the grand bargain; highlights the importance of making humanitarian aid more efficient and effective by increasing multiannual and multi-country funding , reducing the administrative burden for humanitarian partners and promoting innovative solutions , among other endeavours; ### 5. calls for the eu and its member states to swiftly fulfil the commitments made at the world humanitarian summit and as part of the grand bargain; highlights the importance of making humanitarian aid more efficient and effective by increasing multiannual and multi-country funding , reducing the administrative burden for humanitarian partners by enhancing harmonisation and simplification of donor proposal and reporting requirements , and promoting innovative solutions , among other endeavours;


### 6. stresses the particular importance of supporting local actors and urges the commission to develop a localisation policy outlining how to provide more and better support for local respondents to enable them to make use of all the instruments available; ### 6. urges the commission to develop an ambitious localisation policy outlining how to improve and ensure equal partnership , strengthen local capacities and local actors participation , especially women-led organisations in decision making processes and addressing the issue of mutual accountability and risk sharing – as ultimately reinforcing local respondents is a major a path to reduce the need for international humanitarian assistance in the future;


### 7. notes the challenges posed by climate change and welcomes the commitments to strengthen the climate resilience of vulnerable regions through disaster preparedness and anticipatory action via a nexus approach; welcomes , in addition , the commitments to green the eu’s humanitarian aid and track climate-related spending; calls on the commission to provide the necessary resources for climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction through the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument – global europe , among other tools , and to accelerate the implementation of the sendai commitments in the eu’s external action; ### 7. recognises the challenges posed by climate change and welcomes the commitments to strengthen the climate resilience of vulnerable regions through disaster preparedness and anticipatory action via a triple nexus approach; welcomes , in addition , the commitments to make the eu’s humanitarian aid more sustainable and track climate-related spending; calls on the commission to provide the necessary resources for climate change adaptation and disaster risk reduction through the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument – global europe , among other tools , and to accelerate the implementation of the sendai commitments in the eu’s external action;


### 8. welcomes the concrete achievements of the eu humanitarian air bridge and the idea of creating a european humanitarian response capacity to plug the gaps in the eu’s humanitarian response; calls for the member states and humanitarian partners to be consulted on any new commission initiatives , which should build on – not duplicate – existing eu mechanisms such as the civil protection mechanism; ### 8. welcomes the concrete achievements of the eu humanitarian air bridge and the idea of creating a european humanitarian response capacity to plug the gaps in the eu’s humanitarian response; calls for the member states and humanitarian partners to be regularly consulted on any new commission initiatives , which should build on – not duplicate – existing eu mechanisms such as the civil protection mechanism;


### 9. underlines the fact that while humanitarian aid seeks to tackle immediate , life-threatening situations , crises are caused by drivers that require long-term solutions; calls on the commission and the european external action service to adopt a communication developing a clear policy on a humanitarian-development-peace nexus in order to bridge the gaps between the individual policy areas; calls for the eu and the member states to swiftly implement this nexus approach , with a particular focus on preventing conflicts , tackling hunger , providing education and livelihood opportunities , and building resilience , while protecting the rights of vulnerable groups; ### 9. underlines the fact that while humanitarian aid seeks to tackle immediate , life-threatening situations , crises are caused by drivers that require long-term solutions; calls on the commission and the european external action service to adopt a communication developing a clear policy on a humanitarian-development-peace nexus in order to bridge the gaps between the individual policy areas , building an approach based on ngos practical experience , putting people at the centre of the approach , taking into account the context specificities and respecting the humanitarian principles; calls for the eu and the member states to prioritise the swiftly implement this nexus approach where appropriate , with a particular focus on preventing conflicts , tackling hunger , providing education and livelihood opportunities , supporting early recovery , enhancing response capacity , building self-reliance and resilience as well as reducing risks at community level , while protecting the rights of vulnerable groups;


### 10. welcomes the announcement on the first ever eu humanitarian forum , which is to be held in january 2022; stresses that the forum should be inclusive and seek to increase the visibility of the eu’s humanitarian aid and the work of its partners , promote a strategic dialogue on the eu’s humanitarian policy , and advance the implementation of the key actions set out in the commission communication; ### 10. welcomes the announcement on the first ever eu humanitarian forum , which is to be held in january 2022; stresses that the forum should be inclusive and seek to increase the visibility of the eu’s humanitarian aid and the work of its partners , promote a strategic dialogue on the eu’s humanitarian policy , raising political support and awareness about the nature of principled and needs-based eu humanitarian assistance and advance the implementation of the key actions set out in the commission communication;


### 1. ‘pet food’ means feed intended for pets as defined in article 3(2) , point (f) , of regulation (ec) no 767/2009 of the european parliament and of the council6; ### 1. ‘pet food’ is feed within the meaning of article 3 , point (46) , of regulation (eu) 2018/848 and means feed intended for pets as defined in article 3(2) , point (f) , of regulation (ec) no 767/2009 of the european parliament and of the council6;


### (1) the development of the union agricultural sector and of the common agricultural policy requires objective and relevant information on the performance and sustainability of the union agricultural holdings. the farm accountancy data network (fadn) had been established by council regulation (ec) no 1217/200925. ### (1) the assessment , analysis and development of the union agricultural sector and of the common agricultural policy requires objective , updated and relevant information on the performance and sustainability of the union agricultural holdings. the farm accountancy data network (fadn) had been established by council regulation (ec) no 1217/2009.


### (2) in the commission impact assessment supporting the 2018 legislative proposals for the common agricultural policy (cap) post 202026 , the need to enhance the collection of farm-level data was identified. ### (2) in the commission impact assessment supporting the 2018 legislative proposals for the common agricultural policy (cap) post 2020 , the need to enhance the collection of farm-level data was identified , having recourse to more modern and sustainable digital technology that is better suited to the entire agricultural sector.


### (4) agricultural holdings sustainability is assessed in the framework of the united nations sustainable development goals , along three main aspects: economic , environmental and social. data are currently collected mainly to assess economic aspects of agricultural holdings , while there is a need that an overall sustainability of the holding is assessed including environmental data linked to soil , air , water and biodiversity , as well as data covering the social dimension of farming. the conversion to fsdn will enable the benchmarking of farm performance against regional , national and sectorial averages. regarding accountancy data , accounts of agricultural holdings constitute the basic source for any assessment of incomes on agricultural holdings or study of their business operation. the information collected may also be used to provide personalised advisory services and feedback to farmers with the aim to improve the agricultural holdings’ sustainability. ### (4) agricultural holdings sustainability is assessed in the framework of the united nations sustainable development goals , along three main aspects: economic , environmental and social. data are currently collected mainly to assess economic aspects of agricultural holdings and this should continue to be predominant in fsdn , while there is a need that an overall sustainability of the holding is assessed including environmental data linked to soil , air , water and biodiversity , as well as data covering the social dimension of farming. it is necessary to avoid duplication of data already collected , for example , through saio , cap etc. , in order to avoid and reduce administrative burden on respondents and authorities , at the same time that it ensures data protection. the conversion to fsdn will enable the benchmarking of farm performance against regional , national and sectorial averages. regarding accountancy data , accounts of agricultural holdings constitute the basic source for any assessment of incomes on agricultural holdings or study of their business operation. the information collected may also be used to provide personalised advisory services and feedback to farmers with the aim to improve the agricultural holdings’ sustainability. advisory services shall be bound by confidentiality rules in line with art. 151 , par. 3 of regulation 2021/2115 on cap strategic plans.


### (4) agricultural holdings sustainability is assessed in the framework of the united nations sustainable development goals , along three main aspects: economic , environmental and social. data are currently collected mainly to assess economic aspects of agricultural holdings , while there is a need that an overall sustainability of the holding is assessed including environmental data linked to soil , air , water and biodiversity , as well as data covering the social dimension of farming. the conversion to fsdn will enable the benchmarking of farm performance against regional , national and sectorial averages. regarding accountancy data , accounts of agricultural holdings constitute the basic source for any assessment of incomes on agricultural holdings or study of their business operation. the information collected may also be used to provide personalised advisory services and feedback to farmers with the aim to improve the agricultural holdings’ sustainability. ### (4) agricultural holdings sustainability is assessed in the framework of the united nations sustainable development goals , along three main aspects: economic , environmental and social. data are currently collected mainly to assess economic aspects of agricultural holdings , while there is a need that an overall sustainability of the holding is assessed including environmental data linked to soil , air , water and biodiversity , as well as data covering the social dimension of farming. the conversion to fsdn will enable the assessment and analysis of agricultural sectors in the member states , gauging progress and providing valuable guidance to farmers and policy makers alike; it will also enable the benchmarking of farm performance against regional , national and sectorial averages. regarding accountancy data , accounts of agricultural holdings constitute the basic source for any assessment of incomes on agricultural holdings or study of their business operation. the information collected may also be used to provide improved personalised advisory services and feedback to farmers with the aim to improve farm management methods and the agricultural holdings’ sustainability.


### (4) agricultural holdings sustainability is assessed in the framework of the united nations sustainable development goals , along three main aspects: economic , environmental and social. data are currently collected mainly to assess economic aspects of agricultural holdings , while there is a need that an overall sustainability of the holding is assessed including environmental data linked to soil , air , water and biodiversity , as well as data covering the social dimension of farming. the conversion to fsdn will enable the benchmarking of farm performance against regional , national and sectorial averages. regarding accountancy data , accounts of agricultural holdings constitute the basic source for any assessment of incomes on agricultural holdings or study of their business operation. the information collected may also be used to provide personalised advisory services and feedback to farmers with the aim to improve the agricultural holdings’ sustainability. ### (4) agricultural holdings sustainability is assessed in the framework of the united nations sustainable development goals , along three main aspects: economic , environmental and social. data are currently collected mainly to assess economic aspects of agricultural holdings , while there is a need that an overall sustainability of the holding is assessed including environmental data linked to soil , air , water and biodiversity , as well as data covering the social dimension of farming. the conversion to fsdn will enable the benchmarking of farm performance against regional , national and sectorial averages. regarding accountancy data , accounts of agricultural holdings constitute the basic source for any assessment of incomes on agricultural holdings or study of their business operation. the information collected may also be used to provide personalised advisory services and feedback to farmers with the aim to improve farm management and the agricultural holdings’ sustainability.