### 6. expresses deep concerns about china’s rapid military build-up , including its test of a hypersonic missile , and its increasingly assertive behaviour , which aims , among other things , to advance its territorial claims in the east and south china seas; highlights that security hotspots and unresolved issues , such as the democratic people’s republic of korea’s nuclear programme , the recent china-india border standoffs , the crackdown on democracy in hong kong , and threats posed by china to the territorial integrity of taiwan , exert further strain on regional security and stability; highlights that the eu’s approach towards china must be unified , pragmatic , multifaceted and principled , including cooperating on issues of shared interest , such as climate change , on the one hand , and competing when it comes to providing economic , political and strategic alternatives to third countries , and confronting china on matters where our respective views diverge substantially , on the other hand; ### 6. expresses deep concerns about china’s rapid military build-up , including its test of a hypersonic missile , and its increasingly assertive behaviour , which aims , among other things , to advance its territorial claims in the east and south china seas; underlines that the status quo across the taiwan strait and freedom of navigation in the indo-pacific region are of critical importance to the eu and its member states; highlights that security hotspots and unresolved issues , such as the democratic people’s republic of korea’s nuclear programme , the recent china-india border standoffs , the crackdown on democracy in hong kong , and threats posed by china to the territorial integrity of taiwan , exert further strain on regional security and stability; highlights that the eu’s approach towards china must be unified , pragmatic , multifaceted and principled , including cooperating on issues of shared interest , such as climate change , on the one hand , and competing when it comes to providing economic , political and strategic alternatives to third countries , and confronting china on matters where our respective views diverge substantially , on the other hand;


### 7. welcomes the very timely new eu-us dialogue on china and the establishment of eu-us consultations on the indo-pacific , and calls for a coordinated approach towards strengthening multilateral institutions and regional organisations , promoting democracy and enhancing democratic resilience in the indo-pacific region and beyond; ### 7. welcomes the very timely new eu-us dialogue on china and the establishment of eu-us consultations on the indo-pacific , and calls for a coordinated approach towards strengthening multilateral institutions and regional organisations , promoting democracy and enhancing democratic resilience in the indo-pacific region and beyond; takes note of the address of the us secretary of state antony blinken on a free and open indo-pacific; welcomes in particular the us’ intention of bolstering regional stability , resilience , and security;


### 7. welcomes the very timely new eu-us dialogue on china and the establishment of eu-us consultations on the indo-pacific , and calls for a coordinated approach towards strengthening multilateral institutions and regional organisations , promoting democracy and enhancing democratic resilience in the indo-pacific region and beyond; ### 7. welcomes the very timely new eu-us dialogue on china and the establishment of eu-us consultations on the indo-pacific , and calls for a coordinated approach towards strengthening multilateral institutions and regional organisations , promoting democracy and enhancing democratic resilience in the indo-pacific region and beyond; encourages the eu and the us to deepen cooperation on issues related to the indo-pacific;


### 19. underscores the need to advance defence capability development in order to adequately respond to commonly identified threats; believes that eu member states , especially the 21 joint eu-nato members , need to act coherently and should consider identifying a clear ‘european level of ambition’ in quantitative and qualitative terms regarding capability development in nato; encourages stronger efforts by members of both organisations to achieve greater synergies and coordination between the eu’s capability development plan (cdp) , the eu’s coordinated annual review on defence (card) and nato’s defence planning process (ndpp); ### 19. underscores the need to advance defence capability development in order to adequately respond to commonly identified threats; believes that eu member states , especially the 21 common eu-nato members , need to act coherently and should consider identifying a clear level of “european ambition” regarding capability development; while recognising the different natures of the two organisations and their respective responsibilities , encourages stronger efforts by members of both organisations to achieve greater synergies and coordination between the eu’s capability development plan (cdp) , the eu’s coordinated annual review on defence (card) and nato’s defence planning process(ndpp) to ensure coherence of output where requirements overlap , avoid unnecessary duplications and better respond to new threats; highlights the important role of the european defence agency (eda) in producing the eu capability development plan; underscores that any review of the eu’s objectives must also reflect on its headline goals and high impact capability goals; underlines that such a review is fundamental in order to reap the full benefits of initiatives such as pesco; furthermore , is convinced that the eu must improve the nexus between planning , research and development of capabilities;


### 19. underscores the need to advance defence capability development in order to adequately respond to commonly identified threats; believes that eu member states , especially the 21 joint eu-nato members , need to act coherently and should consider identifying a clear ‘european level of ambition’ in quantitative and qualitative terms regarding capability development in nato; encourages stronger efforts by members of both organisations to achieve greater synergies and coordination between the eu’s capability development plan (cdp) , the eu’s coordinated annual review on defence (card) and nato’s defence planning process (ndpp); ### 19. underscores the need to advance defence capability development in order to adequately respond to commonly identified threats; believes that eu member states , especially the 21 joint eu-nato members , need to implement the nato defence investment pledge; encourages stronger efforts by members of both organisations to achieve greater synergies and coordination between the eu’s capability development plan (cdp) , the eu’s coordinated annual review on defence (card) and nato’s defence planning process (ndpp);


### 19. underscores the need to advance defence capability development in order to adequately respond to commonly identified threats; believes that eu member states , especially the 21 joint eu-nato members , need to act coherently and should consider identifying a clear ‘european level of ambition’ in quantitative and qualitative terms regarding capability development in nato; encourages stronger efforts by members of both organisations to achieve greater synergies and coordination between the eu’s capability development plan (cdp) , the eu’s coordinated annual review on defence (card) and nato’s defence planning process (ndpp); ### 19. underscores the need to advance defence capability development in order to adequately respond to common threats; believes that eu member states , especially the 21 joint eu-nato members , need to act coherently and should consider identifying a clear ‘european level of ambition’ in quantitative and qualitative terms regarding capability development in nato; encourages stronger efforts by members of both organisations to achieve greater synergies and coordination between the eu’s capability development plan (cdp) , the eu’s coordinated annual review on defence (card) and nato’s defence planning process (ndpp);


### b. whereas china’s continued military belligerence against taiwan poses a grave threat to the status quo between taiwan and china , as well as to the peace and stability of the indo-pacific region; ### b. whereas china’s continued military belligerence against taiwan poses a grave threat to the status quo between taiwan and china , as well as to the peace and stability of the indo-pacific region , which is a region that strongly matters to the eu both because of the many close partners in the region , but also given the overseas territory of one of its members , france , in the region;


### c. whereas taiwan’s efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus have proven to be among the most effective in the world; ### c. whereas taiwan’s efforts to contain the spread of the coronavirus have proven to be among the most effective in the world , and have contributed to numerous international studies which itself contributed to stronger protection of people all around the world;


### works closely with the member states to upgrade eu-taiwan political relations and to elevate them to a comprehensive and enhanced partnership with the official signing of a respective agreement; ### works closely with the member states to upgrade eu-taiwan political relations and to elevate them to a comprehensive and enhanced partnership with the official signing of a respective agreement , considers taiwan a key partner and democratic ally in the indo-pacific on its own merit as a robust democracy and technologically advanced economy , that would support the eu’s geopolitical ambition in the region as well as contribute to maintaining a rules-based order in the midst of an intensifying great power rivalry;


### works closely with the member states to upgrade eu-taiwan political relations and to elevate them to a comprehensive and enhanced partnership with the official signing of a respective agreement; ### works closely with the member states to upgrade eu-taiwan political relations and to elevate them to a comprehensive and enhanced partnership with the official signing of a respective agreement as soon as possible;


### prepares an impact assessment on a bilateral investment agreement (bia) with taiwan before the end of 2021 in preparation for negotiations to deepen bilateral economic ties; ### prepares an impact assessment on a bilateral investment agreement (bia) with taiwan before the end of 2021 in preparation for negotiations to deepen bilateral economic ties believes that such a bia would lead to an easing of “own content” requirements by european investors and producers in taiwan; encourages taiwan to increase investments inside the eu , notably when it comes to the development and production of semiconductors;


### prepares an impact assessment on a bilateral investment agreement (bia) with taiwan before the end of 2021 in preparation for negotiations to deepen bilateral economic ties; ### prepares an impact assessment , public consultation and scoping exercise on a bilateral investment agreement (bia) with taiwan before the end of 2021 in preparation for negotiations to deepen bilateral economic ties;


### prepares an impact assessment on a bilateral investment agreement (bia) with taiwan before the end of 2021 in preparation for negotiations to deepen bilateral economic ties; ### start an impact assessment , public consultation and scoping exercise on a bilateral investment agreement (bia) with taiwan before the end of 2021 in preparation for negotiations to deepen bilateral economic ties;


### expresses grave concern over china’s continued military belligerence against taiwan; urges china to desist from any destabilising activities against taiwan , and insists that any change to cross-strait relations must not be made against the will of taiwanese citizens; urges the commission to take a proactive role in working with like-minded international partners to safeguard peace and stability across the taiwan strait , and to sustain democracy in taiwan; ### expresses grave concern over china's continued military belligerence against taiwan; notably through china's considerable investment in military capabilities , by conducting assault exercises and frequent air violations of taiwan’s air and maritime defence identification zone , which are motivated by the long-term goal of a , if need be even forceful , unification of taiwan and mainland china; furthermore calls out the sharp chinese rhetoric signalling its seemingly contradictory intention of wanting to incorporate taiwan under communist rule , while at the same time claiming to pursue a peaceful development of relations with taiwan; urges china to desist from any destabilising activities against taiwan , and insists that any change to cross-strait relations must not be made against the will of taiwanese citizens; urges the commission to take a proactive role in working with like-minded international partners , including but not limited to the united states , india , japan , south korea , australia and new zealand , to safeguard peace and stability across the taiwan strait , and to sustain democracy in taiwan;


### expresses grave concern over china’s continued military belligerence against taiwan; urges china to desist from any destabilising activities against taiwan , and insists that any change to cross-strait relations must not be made against the will of taiwanese citizens; urges the commission to take a proactive role in working with like-minded international partners to safeguard peace and stability across the taiwan strait , and to sustain democracy in taiwan; ### expresses grave concern over china’s continued military belligerence against taiwan; urges china to desist from any destabilising activities against taiwan , and insists that any change to cross-strait relations must not be made against the will of taiwanese citizens; urges the eu and member states to take a proactive role in working with like-minded international partners to safeguard peace and stability across the taiwan strait , and to sustain democracy in taiwan;


### strongly advocates for taiwan’s full participation as an observer in meetings , mechanisms and activities of international bodies , including the world health organization , the international civil aviation organization (icao) and the un framework convention on climate change (unfccc); ### strongly advocates for taiwan’s full participation as an observer in meetings , mechanisms and activities of international bodies , including the world health organization , the international civil aviation organization (icao) and the un framework convention on climate change (unfccc) , urges member states and the eu institutions to support international initiatives calling for taiwan’s participation in international organisations; welcomes again taiwan’s proactive cooperation with the international community when it came to learning about the covid-19 pandemic and finding best ways to answer to it , and believes that this case has proven that taiwan’s full membership in the who would be an added-value to the health and well-being of the citizens of all its members;


### strongly advocates for taiwan’s full participation as an observer in meetings , mechanisms and activities of international bodies , including the world health organization , the international civil aviation organization (icao) and the un framework convention on climate change (unfccc); ### strongly advocates for taiwan’s full participation as an observer in meetings , mechanisms and activities of international bodies , including the world health organization (who) , the international civil aviation organization (icao) and the un framework convention on climate change (unfccc);


### encourages increased official exchanges between the eu and taiwan , including at the highest levels , so as to fully reflect the dynamic , multi-faceted and close cooperation between the eu and taiwan as like-minded partners; ### encourages increased exchanges , meetings and cooperation between the eu and taiwan , including at the highest levels and with the participation of representatives of member states , so as to fully reflect the dynamic , multi-faceted and close cooperation between the eu and taiwan as like-minded partners;


### includes taiwan as an important eu partner and regional economic power in the upcoming indo-pacific strategy currently being prepared by the eeas; ### includes taiwan as an important eu partner and regional economic power in the upcoming indo-pacific strategy currently being prepared by the eeas , urges that through its indo-pacific strategy the eu work closely with other like-minded partners to address china’s assertive posture in the region , and to strengthen the rules-based order , given its own economic interests in the region;


### includes taiwan as an important eu partner and regional economic power in the upcoming indo-pacific strategy currently being prepared by the eeas; ### includes taiwan as an important eu partner and regional economic power in the upcoming indo-pacific strategy currently being prepared by the eeas and the commission;


### continues to adopt initiatives to enhance bilateral economic relations and people-to-people contacts , including in academia and civil society; ### continues to adopt initiatives to enhance bilateral economic relations and people-to-people contacts , including in academia and civil society , as well as city-to-city and region-to-region partnerships; commends existing sister city partnerships between european and taiwanese cities and encourages city diplomacy as a tool to help taiwan’s participation in international initiatives which would enable taiwan to bypass attempts from china to further increase its diplomatic isolation;


### continues to adopt initiatives to enhance bilateral economic relations and people-to-people contacts , including in academia and civil society; ### continues to adopt initiatives to enhance bilateral economic relations and people-to-people contacts , including in academia and civil society , especially youth initiatives focused on sports , culture and education;


### encourages dialogue and cooperation with taiwan in all industrial sectors and supply chains , in particular emerging industries and industries of strategic importance such as electronic vehicles , robotics and smart manufacturing , as well as semiconductor technologies; ### encourages dialogue and cooperation with taiwan in all industrial sectors and supply chains , in particular emerging industries and industries of strategic importance such as electronic vehicles , robotics and smart manufacturing , as well as semiconductor technologies; acknowledges taiwan’s central role in strategic industries such as the fifth generation of communication infrastructure (5g) ,being home to the world’s largest foundry and go-to producer of semiconductors; stresses that in the future microchips will play a central role in shaping the future of the global order and the country in control of the design and manufacturing of microchips will be leading in setting the course for the 21stcentury; recalls that the disruption in global supply chains caused by the pandemic has put taiwan at the centre stage of the technological drive , and has also made the eu realise its own vulnerabilities highlighting the urgency to reflect on reducing its dependencies on external actors; urges therefore increased cooperation with taiwan to support the eu’s agenda concerning its green and digital transition , as well as the eu’s efforts toward diversification of value and supply chains as the pandemic accelerated demands for both , highlighting the need for increased investment and political support , in particular in value chains of strategic importance , such as microelectronics , autonomous driving , ai , which are areas where taiwan plays a central role;


### supports initiatives allowing the eu to engage in partnerships with taiwan in the fields of ict , biotech , health and connectivity; ### supports initiatives allowing the eu to engage in partnerships with taiwan in the fields of ict , biotech , health and connectivity; strongly supports a more intense partnership in semiconductors;


### supports initiatives allowing the eu to engage in partnerships with taiwan in the fields of ict , biotech , health and connectivity; ### supports a further strengthening of initiatives allowing the eu to engage in partnerships with taiwan in the fields of ict , biotech , health and connectivity;


### encourages the eu and member states to deepen cooperation with taiwan in confronting disinformation from malign third countries , including the sharing of best-practices; ### encourages the eu and member states to deepen cooperation with taiwan in confronting disinformation from malign third countries , including the sharing of best-practices , by learning from taiwan’s experience of fighting disinformation coming from the mainland that target taiwan’s media independence by using social media platforms , infiltrating taiwanese television and print media to influence public opinion , seeking to undermine elections in taiwan; commends that taiwan considers media literacy a useful and vital tool to educate people on identifying disinformation and has therefore incorporated media literacy into the school curriculum;


### encourages the eu and member states to deepen cooperation with taiwan in confronting disinformation from malign third countries , including the sharing of best-practices; ### encourages the eu and member states to deepen cooperation with taiwan in confronting disinformation from malign third countries , including the sharing of best-practices , joint approaches to foster media freedom and journalism , cyber security and strengthening the resilience of democratic systems;


### encourages the eu and member states to deepen cooperation with taiwan in confronting disinformation from malign third countries , including the sharing of best-practices; ### encourages the eu and member states to deepen cooperation with taiwan in confronting disinformation from malign third countries , including the sharing of best-practices; raising citizens’ awareness and improving overall digital literacy among the population;


### further promotes the existing eu-taiwan r&i collaboration in the horizon europe framework programme (2021-2027); ### further promotes the existing eu-taiwan r&i collaboration in the horizon europe framework programme (2021-2027) , urges a higher participation of taiwanese researchers in the future in the context of horizon europe;


### further promotes tourism and youth exchanges with taiwan through initiatives such as working holiday or the erasmus programmes and to explore opportunities of cooperation in higher education and other areas; ### further promotes tourism and youth exchanges with taiwan through initiatives such as working holiday , the erasmus programmes or the taiwan-europe connectivity scholarship and to explore opportunities of cooperation in higher education and other areas;


### changes the name of the european economic and trade office in taiwan to ‘european union office in taipei’ in order to reflect the broad scope of our ties; ### changes the name of the european economic and trade office in taiwan to ‘european union office in taiwan’ in order to reflect the broad scope of our ties;


### commends taiwan as an outstanding partner in promoting human rights and freedom of religion in the indo-pacific region; requests the eu special representative for human rights to participate in international human rights conventions in taiwan and to take concrete actions to work with taiwan to advance human rights and religious freedom , the digital economy and sustainable growth of the developing countries in the indo-pacific region; ### commends taiwan as an outstanding partner in promoting human rights and freedom of religion in the indo-pacific region; acknowledges taiwan’s performance in setting an example in the region with its strong record of respect of fundamental freedoms , both economic and social , as well as political and cultural rights , including its passing of same sex legislation , the first of its kind in the region , and in the field of the rights of indigenous communities; requests the eu special representative for human rights to participate in international human rights conventions in taiwan and to take concrete actions to work with taiwan to advance human rights and religious freedom , the digital economy and sustainable growth of the developing countries in the indo-pacific region;


### commends taiwan as an outstanding partner in promoting human rights and freedom of religion in the indo-pacific region; requests the eu special representative for human rights to participate in international human rights conventions in taiwan and to take concrete actions to work with taiwan to advance human rights and religious freedom , the digital economy and sustainable growth of the developing countries in the indo-pacific region; ### commends taiwan as an outstanding partner in promoting human rights and freedom of religion in the indo-pacific region; requests the eu special representative for human rights and the eu special envoy for the freedom of religion or belief to participate in international human rights conventions in taiwan and to take concrete actions to work with taiwan to advance human rights and religious freedom , the digital economy and sustainable growth of the developing countries in the indo-pacific region;


### strengthens cooperation with taiwan with a view to exchanging best practices in handling the covid-19 pandemic and continuing to enhance the eu’s cooperation with taiwan in health and communicable disease control; ### strengthens cooperation with taiwan with a view to exchanging best practices in handling the covid-19 pandemic and continuing to enhance the eu’s cooperation with taiwan in health and communicable disease control; commends the taiwanese government and its people for their relatively successful containment of the pandemic domestically and for their generosity in extending help to other countries; recalls that taiwan’s effective response relied on transparency and openness and the use of technology in collaboration with society , an approach rooted in public trust;


### commends taiwan’s acts of solidarity with the eu , as demonstrated by the donation of over 7 million surgical masks to several member states during the pandemic; ### commends taiwan’s acts of solidarity with the eu , as demonstrated by the donation of over 7 million surgical masks to several member states during the pandemic , as well 5 mask production lines to the czech republic;


### commends taiwan’s acts of solidarity with the eu , as demonstrated by the donation of over 7 million surgical masks to several member states during the pandemic; ### commends taiwan’s acts of solidarity with the eu , as demonstrated by the donation of over 7 million surgical masks to several member states during the dire early months of the pandemic;


### g. whereas the treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons (tpnw) entered into force on 22 january 2021; whereas three eu member states are states parties to the tpnw; whereas no nato allies and no state possessing nuclear weapons are states parties to the tpnw; whereas no meaningful results in the global non-proliferation and disarmament efforts are possible without the involvement and active participation of the five nuclear-weapon states parties to the npt; ### g. whereas the treaty on the prohibition of nuclear weapons (tpnw) entered into force on 22 january 2021; whereas three eu member states are states parties to the tpnw; whereas no nato allies and no state possessing nuclear weapons are states parties to the tpnw; whereas there is no council position on the tpnw; whereas no meaningful results in the global non-proliferation and disarmament efforts are possible without the involvement and active participation of the five nuclear-weapon states parties to the npt;


### h. whereas the joint comprehensive plan of action (jcpoa) was an achievement of multilateral diplomacy led by the eu; whereas the us and iran have begun indirect negotiations with a view to their return to the jcpoa; whereas iran has ceased the application of the additional protocol; ### h. whereas the joint comprehensive plan of action (jcpoa) was an achievement of multilateral diplomacy led by the eu; whereas the us and iran have begun indirect negotiations with a view to their return to the jcpoa; whereas iran has ceased the application of the additional protocol , presenting a threat to regional and international peace and security as well as to global disarmament and non-proliferation efforts; whereas the government of the new iranian president ebrahim raisi has still to demonstrate in a convincing and serious manner if it intends to comply with the jcpoa and seek a constructive and peaceful engagement with the eu;


### k. whereas following the collapse of the intermediate-range nuclear forces (inf) treaty , the us and russia are now no longer prohibited from building and deploying this category of weapons and from engaging in a new arms race; ### k. whereas following the collapse of the intermediate-range nuclear forces (inf) treaty after russia had previously failed to comply with its obligations under the inf treaty , the us and russia are now no longer prohibited from building and deploying this category of weapons and from engaging in a new arms race;


### v. whereas the covid-19 pandemic has shown the need to increase eu chemical , biological , radiological and nuclear defence (cbrn) preparedness; ### v. whereas the covid-19 pandemic has shown the need to increase eu chemical , biological , radiological and nuclear defence (cbrn) preparedness; whereas an exchange of views with commissioner for crisis management janez lenarčič on eu preparedness and action against chemical , biological , radiological and nuclear (cbrn) threats has taken place in the ep subcommittee on security and defence on 31 may 2021; whereas this exchange of views clearly revealed the importance of urgently investing in the development of prevention , response and recovery measures in the framework of the existing eu civil protection mechanism;


### 10. notes the entry into force of the tpnw as an expression of the desire of the majority of the global community to live in a nuclear weapon-free world; recalls that the goal of nuclear disarmament must be pursued while ensuring international stability and undiminished collective security; invites all npt states parties to therefore constructively engage in the npt framework , and agree on realistic , effective , tangible , reciprocal and verifiable measures conducive to the achievement of the ultimate shared long-term goal of nuclear disarmament; ### 10. notes the entry into force of the tpnw and recognizes its vision for a nuclear weapon-free world; recalls that the goal of nuclear disarmament must be pursued while ensuring international stability and undiminished collective security; invites all npt states parties to therefore constructively engage in the npt framework , and agree on realistic , effective , tangible , reciprocal and verifiable measures conducive to the achievement of the ultimate shared long-term goal of nuclear disarmament; expresses its worry that the tpnw could undermine the work of the npt , to which 191 states are parties , as not only attention but also resources are drawn away from this important field in which virtually the entirety of the global community is already engaged; underlines therefore the importance of the npt and the need to ensure its proper work and to avoid any efforts to undermine its important goal of nuclear disarmament;


### 11. recalls the central role played by the iaea; calls on the states that have not yet done so to ratify the iaea additional protocol without delay; ### 11. recalls the central role played by the iaea; calls on the states that have not yet done so to ratify the iaea additional protocol without delay; and calls on states that have ceased application of the additional protocol to return to compliance;


### 15. reiterates its deep regret at the withdrawal from the inf treaty by the us and the russian federation following russia’s persistent failure to comply with the treaty , which led to its termination; underlines its strong opposition to a new arms race and re-militarisation on european soil; welcomes the commitment made by the us and russia to continue working towards the achievement of their stated common goal of ensuring predictability in the strategic domain and reducing the risks of armed conflict and the threat of nuclear war; calls on all other countries , notably china , in possession or in the process of the development of missile systems to engage in efforts to multilateralise and universalise the successor treaty to the inf; ### 15. reiterates its deep regret at the withdrawal from the inf treaty by the us and the russian federation following russia’s persistent failure to comply with the treaty , which led to its termination; underlines its strong opposition to a new arms race and re-militarisation on european soil; welcomes the commitment made by the us and russia to continue working towards the achievement of their stated common goal of ensuring predictability in the strategic domain and reducing the risks of armed conflict and the threat of nuclear war; calls on all other countries , notably china , in possession or in the process of the development of intermediate range missile systems to engage in efforts to multilateralise and universalise the successor treaty to the inf;


### 21. insists on the need to uphold the global ethical norm against chemical weapons by preventing impunity for their use; welcomes the adoption by the council of a horizontal sanctions regime to address the growing use and proliferation of chemical weapons; reiterates its grave concern at the attempted assassination of alexei navalny; welcomes the sanctions imposed on russian officials in response to this blatant violation of international norms; ### 21. insists on the need to uphold the global ethical norm against chemical weapons by preventing impunity for their use; welcomes the adoption by the council of a horizontal sanctions regime to address the growing use and proliferation of chemical weapons; reiterates its grave concern at the attempted assassinations via the novichok chemical nerve of alexei navalny on 20 august 2021 , as well as of sergei and yulia skripal on 4 march 2018; welcomes the sanctions imposed on russian officials in response to this blatant violation of international norms; reiterates the need for the eu and the international community to continue to raise the case of navalny and other victims and to remind the kremlin of its international commitments;


### 22. praises the instrumental role the organisation for the prohibition of chemical weapons has been playing in the verified destruction of chemical agents; strongly condemns the use of chemical weapons by the syrian arab republic; ### 22. praises the instrumental role the organisation for the prohibition of chemical weapons has been playing in the verified destruction of chemical agents; strongly condemns the use of chemical weapons by the syrian arab republic; and condemns the numerous human rights violations and atrocities committed by the regime of bashar al-assad; underlines that such serious violations must not be forgotten and that accountability must be ensured to international sanctions;


### 24. reiterates its will to work towards achieving a complete , irreversible and verifiable denuclearisation of the korean peninsula; urges the dprk to swiftly sign and ratify the ctbt and return to compliance with the npt; ### 24. reiterates its will to work towards achieving a complete , irreversible and verifiable denuclearisation of the korean peninsula; urges the dprk to swiftly return to the npt;


### - having regard to the zagreb declaration of 6 may 2020 , ### - having regard to the zagreb declaration , adopted during the eu-western balkans zagreb summit of 6 may 2020 ,


### a. whereas the stabilisation and association process and bosnia and herzegovina’s eu membership application represent the country’s strategic choice towards european integration; ### a. whereas the stabilisation and association process and bosnia and herzegovina’s eu membership application represent the country’s strategic choice towards european integration , which must translate into tangible results on the ground;


### g. whereas bih is a migrant transit route , and reception capacities remain insufficient for hosting migrants and asylum seekers present in the country; ### g. whereas bih is a migrant transit route , and integrated border management as well as reception capacities for migrants and asylum seekers present in the country remain insufficient;


### h. whereas the eu is bosnia and herzegovina’s biggest trading partner and the largest provider of financial assistance; ### h. whereas the eu is bosnia and herzegovina’s biggest trading partner , accounting for 72.3% of export from bih and 61% imports from eu in 2019 , reaching a volume of trade of 10.34 billion euro , and the largest provider of financial assistance;


### h. whereas the eu is bosnia and herzegovina’s biggest trading partner and the largest provider of financial assistance; ### h. whereas the eu is bosnia and herzegovina’s biggest trading partner and by far the most significant provider of financial assistance , which makes a profound difference in the country;


### h. whereas the eu is bosnia and herzegovina’s biggest trading partner and the largest provider of financial assistance; ### h. whereas the eu is bosnia and herzegovina´s biggest trading partner and by far the most significant provider of financial assistance;


### i. whereas the covid-19 pandemic aggravated bih’s socio-economic situation; whereas the eu has mobilised eur 80.5 million to assist bih in tackling covid-19 and its post-pandemic recovery , and up to eur 250 million in macro-financial assistance; whereas the economic and investment plan for the western balkans will facilitate a long-term recovery; ### i. whereas the covid-19 pandemic aggravated bih’s socio-economic situation; whereas the eu has mobilised eur 80.5 million to assist bih in tackling covid-19 and its post-pandemic recovery , and up to eur 250 million in macro-financial assistance; whereas the economic and investment plan for the western balkans will facilitate a long-term recovery; that presents an important basis for the country to recover from the consequences of the pandemic;


### i. whereas the covid-19 pandemic aggravated bih’s socio-economic situation; whereas the eu has mobilised eur 80.5 million to assist bih in tackling covid-19 and its post-pandemic recovery , and up to eur 250 million in macro-financial assistance; whereas the economic and investment plan for the western balkans will facilitate a long-term recovery; ### i. whereas the covid-19 pandemic aggravated bih’s socio-economic situation; whereas the eu has mobilised eur 80.5 million to assist bih in tackling covid-19 and its post-pandemic recovery , and up to eur 250 million in macro-financial assistance; whereas the economic and investment plan for the western balkans will facilitate a long-term recovery , that presents an important basis for the country to recover from the consequences of the pandemic;


### 1. recalls that the path towards the eu depends on sustainable peace and genuine reconciliation warranting the democratic and multicultural character of bih; urges the country to expedite effective prosecution of war crimes under the revised national war crimes processing strategy , and calls for impartial and effective investigations into these crimes; condemns any kind of historical revisionism , secessionist rhetoric and related acts , denial or glorification of war crimes committed during the 1990’s war; ### 1. recalls that the path towards the eu depends on sustainable peace and genuine reconciliation warranting the democratic and multicultural character of bih; urges the country to expedite effective prosecution of war crimes under the revised national war crimes processing strategy , and calls for impartial and effective investigations into these crimes; condemns any kind of historical revisionism , secessionist rhetoric and related acts , denial or glorification of war crimes committed during the 1990’s war; urges long overdue action to tackle the issue of the tens of thousands of women who have been raped or otherwise sexually assaulted during the wars of the nineties;


### 1. recalls that the path towards the eu depends on sustainable peace and genuine reconciliation warranting the democratic and multicultural character of bih; urges the country to expedite effective prosecution of war crimes under the revised national war crimes processing strategy , and calls for impartial and effective investigations into these crimes; condemns any kind of historical revisionism , secessionist rhetoric and related acts , denial or glorification of war crimes committed during the 1990’s war; ### 1. recalls that the path towards the eu depends on sustainable peace and genuine reconciliation warranting the democratic and multicultural character of bih; urges the country to expedite effective prosecution of war crimes under the revised national war crimes processing strategy , and calls for impartial and effective investigations into these crimes; condemns any kind of historical revisionism , secessionist , unitarist (unitarian) , anti-constitutional rhetoric and related acts , denial or glorification of war crimes committed during the 1990’s war and earlier;


### 3. calls on all regional political leaders to set up the regional commission tasked with establishing the facts about all victims of war crimes and other human rights violations committed on the territory of the former yugoslavia (recom) , building upon the significant work carried out by the coalition for recom; ### 3. calls on all regional political leaders to set up the regional commission tasked with establishing the facts about all victims of war crimes and other human rights violations committed on the territory of the former yugoslavia (recom) , building upon the significant work carried out by the coalition for recom from 1 january 1991 until 31 december 2001;


### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children; ### 4. recalls that bosnia and herzegovina is a multicultural and multilinguistic country and home to three constituent communities with respective official languages; underlines that every citizen has a right to exercise their freedom of expression in their mother tongue language; urges the authorities to ensure non-discriminatory education for all children , including the right of education in their mother tongue as guaranteed by the the united nations convention on the rights of the child , ensuring linguistic , cultural and religious diversity that are a valuable part of bih's unique heritage;


### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children; ### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children; rejects the ongoing practice of segregation in education , as exemplified by the still numerous ‘two schools under one roof’ which perpetuate stereotypes and prejudices , prevent contact between students from different constituent peoples and are thus completely at odds with the very notion of reconciliation; stresses that differences in history teaching and textbooks pose a considerable threat to the possibility of a shared sense of citizenship and future social cohesion in bih;


### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children; ### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children , as work on the reconciliation process must focus on the youth of the country and start at an early age; stresses the example of other states from the region , now eu members , that are multi-ethnic and multi-natural in nature , which can be taken as positive examples of successful minority policies and inclusiveness , that at the same time integrate but also preserve the specific of each minority;


### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children; ### 4. encourages bosnia and herzegovina to develop and adopt a new action plan on child protection. the authorities ought to collect consistent data on child poverty rates and violence against all children; urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children;


### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children; ### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children; recalls that the partition of children instils division and the notion of differences which foster mistrust , impedes reconciliation and is a long-term threat to stability and economic prosperity;


### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children; ### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children , and calls on politicians to take part in the next oecd´s pisa survey , after the country participated in the pisa 2018 survey;


### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children; ### 4. urges the authorities to ensure inclusive and non-discriminatory education for all children; calls on politicians to take part in oecd’s next pisa survey , after the country participated in the pisa 2018 survey;


### 5. urges all bih political leaders and institutions to significantly accelerate work and co-operation to fully comply with the 14 key priorities; calls on the authorities to maintain the political will for enhanced co-operation demonstrated at the onset of the covid-19 crisis; ### 5. urges all bih political leaders and institutions to significantly accelerate work and co-operation to fully comply with the 14 key priorities; calls on the authorities to reestablish the political will for enhanced co-operation demonstrated at the onset of the covid-19 crisis;


### 5. urges all bih political leaders and institutions to significantly accelerate work and co-operation to fully comply with the 14 key priorities; calls on the authorities to maintain the political will for enhanced co-operation demonstrated at the onset of the covid-19 crisis; ### 5. urges all bih political leaders and institutions to significantly accelerate work and co-operation to fully comply with the 14 key priorities; calls on the authorities to maintain the political will for enhanced co-operation demonstrated at the onset of the covid-19 crisis; recalls that the european parliament strongly advocates the position of individual approach , full fulfilment of the set criteria and consistent and credible conditionality;


### 6. underlines that the effective organisation and independent functioning of institutions is an essential feature of a viable democracy and a prerequisite for advancing the eu integration process , including obtaining candidate status; warns that ethno-nationalistic rhetoric and attempts to obstruct the functioning of institutions undermine country-wide co-ordination and decision-making on key policies and reforms; ### 6. underlines that the effective organisation and independent functioning of institutions is an essential feature of a viable democracy and a prerequisite for advancing the eu integration process , including obtaining candidate status; warns that secessionist , unitarist (unitarian) or any other kind of anti-constitutional rhetoric and attempts to obstruct the functioning of institutions undermine country-wide co-ordination and decision-making on key policies and reforms;


### 7. commends the adoption of the amendments to the bih election law that allowed mostar citizens to vote in the 2020 local elections; welcomes the parliamentary assembly’s vote of 22 july 2020 on the rules of procedure governing the meetings of stabilisation and association parliamentary committee (sapc) , paving the way for their formal adoption by the 2nd eu-bih sapc as soon as possible; ### 7. commends the adoption of the amendments to the bih election law that allowed mostar citizens to vote in the 2020 local elections;


### 7. commends the adoption of the amendments to the bih election law that allowed mostar citizens to vote in the 2020 local elections; welcomes the parliamentary assembly’s vote of 22 july 2020 on the rules of procedure governing the meetings of stabilisation and association parliamentary committee (sapc) , paving the way for their formal adoption by the 2nd eu-bih sapc as soon as possible; ### 7. commends the adoption of the amendments to the bih election law that allowed mostar citizens to vote in the 2020 local elections; expresses its concern over the way elections were conducted following serious allegation of electoral manipulation which has cast a shadow on the overall elections procedure; welcomes the parliamentary assembly’s vote of 22 july 2020 on the rules of procedure governing the meetings of stabilisation and association parliamentary committee (sapc) , paving the way for their formal adoption by the 2nd eu-bih sapc as soon as possible;


### 7. commends the adoption of the amendments to the bih election law that allowed mostar citizens to vote in the 2020 local elections; welcomes the parliamentary assembly’s vote of 22 july 2020 on the rules of procedure governing the meetings of stabilisation and association parliamentary committee (sapc) , paving the way for their formal adoption by the 2nd eu-bih sapc as soon as possible; ### 7. commends the adoption of the amendments to the bih election law that allowed mostar citizens to vote in the 2020 local elections for the first time since 2008; intends to closely monitor developments after the 20 december elections and calls for a swift formation of the new local government; welcomes the parliamentary assembly’s vote of 22 july 2020 on the rules of procedure governing the meetings of stabilisation and association parliamentary committee (sapc) , paving the way for their formal adoption by the 2nd eu-bih sapc as soon as possible;


### 7. commends the adoption of the amendments to the bih election law that allowed mostar citizens to vote in the 2020 local elections; welcomes the parliamentary assembly’s vote of 22 july 2020 on the rules of procedure governing the meetings of stabilisation and association parliamentary committee (sapc) , paving the way for their formal adoption by the 2nd eu-bih sapc as soon as possible; ### 7. commends the adoption of the amendments to the bih election law that allowed mostar citizens to vote in the 2020 local elections and expects a mayor to be elected; welcomes the parliamentary assembly’s vote of 22 july 2020 on the rules of procedure governing the meetings of stabilisation and association parliamentary committee (sapc) , paving the way for their formal adoption by the 2nd eu-bih sapc as soon as possible;


### 8. underlines the urgent need to address shortcomings in the constitutional framework and to make progress on reforms that would transform bih into a fully functional and inclusive state; stresses that institutional reforms depend on the will and commitment of political leaders and institutions in the country; urges the international community to facilitate the conditions for constitutional dialogue under the leadership of the eu , in particular parliament , and in consultation with civil society; ### 8. underlines the urgent need to address shortcomings in the constitutional framework and to make progress on reforms that would transform bih into a fully functional and inclusive state; stresses that institutional reforms depend on the will and commitment of political leaders and institutions in the country and insists that leaders seize the unique window of opportunity between the recent municipal elections and the general elections in 2022 to make genuine and long overdue progress on constitutional change , which is part of the 14 key priorities; urges the international community to facilitate the conditions for constitutional dialogue under the leadership of the eu , in particular parliament , and in consultation with civil society; insists that such dialogue must run in parallel with the implementation of other reforms;


### 8. underlines the urgent need to address shortcomings in the constitutional framework and to make progress on reforms that would transform bih into a fully functional and inclusive state; stresses that institutional reforms depend on the will and commitment of political leaders and institutions in the country; urges the international community to facilitate the conditions for constitutional dialogue under the leadership of the eu , in particular parliament , and in consultation with civil society; ### 8. underlines the urgent need to address shortcomings in the constitutional framework , with full respect of the procedures defined by the existing constitution for its own changes , and to make progress on reforms that would transform bih into a fully functional and inclusive state; stresses that institutional reforms depend on the will and commitment of political leaders and institutions in the country; stresses also that bih will not be a successful candidate for eu membership until the appropriate institutional conditions have been established; urges all political leaders to work on introducing the necessary changes , including the reform of electoral law , also taking into account the principles expressed in its previous resolutions , including the principles of federalism , decentralisation and legitimate representation , so as to guarantee that all citizens can stand as candidates , be eligible to be elected , and serve at all political levels , on equal grounds; urges the international community to facilitate the conditions for constitutional dialogue under the leadership of the eu , in particular parliament , and in consultation with civil society;


### 8. underlines the urgent need to address shortcomings in the constitutional framework and to make progress on reforms that would transform bih into a fully functional and inclusive state; stresses that institutional reforms depend on the will and commitment of political leaders and institutions in the country; urges the international community to facilitate the conditions for constitutional dialogue under the leadership of the eu , in particular parliament , and in consultation with civil society; ### 8. underlines the urgent need to address shortcomings in the constitutional framework and to make progress on reforms that would transform bih into a fully functional and inclusive state which fully respects the guaranteed rights of all three constituent peoples regardless of their number; stresses that institutional reforms depend on the will and commitment of political leaders and institutions in the country; urges the international community to facilitate the conditions for constitutional dialogue under the leadership of the eu , in particular parliament , and in consultation with civil society;


### 9. underlines the need to considerably strengthen cooperation and data exchange between state , entity and cantonal jurisdictions across all policy areas; notes the urgency of strengthening state-level capacity and expertise in the wide range of issues that need to be addressed to fulfil the obligations related to european integration; ### 9. underlines the need to considerably strengthen cooperation and data exchange between state , entity and cantonal jurisdictions across all policy areas; notes the urgency of strengthening state-level , as well as other levels’ capacity and expertise in the wide range of issues that need to be addressed to fulfil the obligations related to european integration;


### 10. regrets the lack of progress on reforms in the judiciary; reiterates the urgent need to strengthen the professionalism and accountability of the judiciary and to ensure its independence from undue influence; ### 10. regrets the lack of progress on reforms in the judiciary; reiterates the urgent need to strengthen the professionalism and accountability of the judiciary and to ensure its independence from undue influence; stresses that these reforms are essential for the country to obtain candidate status and that they depend solely on the necessary political will;


### 11. calls for immediate steps to tackle corruption and impunity in the public sphere in order to rebuild citizens’ trust in the institutions; ### 11. calls for immediate steps to tackle corruption and impunity in the public sphere in order to rebuild citizens’ trust in the institutions; notes in this regard the importance of putting in place effective and consistent dissuasion , prevention , detection , pro-active investigation and sanction mechanisms , in line with international standards and greco recommendations;


### 12. underlines the need to ensure consistent country-wide professional civil service standards , and calls for the implementation of merit-based standards in public appointments and promotions as a priority; welcomes the adoption of the public administration reform strategic framework , enabling mobilisation of related eu funds; ### 12. underlines the need to ensure consistent country-wide professional civil service standards , and calls for the implementation of merit-based standards in public appointments and promotions as a priority; notes the disproportionate representation of constituent people in the public service; welcomes the adoption of the public administration reform strategic framework , enabling mobilisation of related eu funds;


### 12. underlines the need to ensure consistent country-wide professional civil service standards , and calls for the implementation of merit-based standards in public appointments and promotions as a priority; welcomes the adoption of the public administration reform strategic framework , enabling mobilisation of related eu funds; ### 12. underlines the need to ensure consistent country-wide professional civil service standards , and calls for the implementation of merit-based standards in public appointments and promotions as a priority , advancing the culture of integrity; welcomes the adoption of the public administration reform strategic framework , enabling mobilisation of related eu funds;


### 13. expresses concern over the fundamental rights situation , and calls for more effective and comprehensive countrywide human rights and anti-discrimination strategies , as well as measures against interfaith and interethnic intolerance; stresses the need to duly prevent and prosecute the proliferation of hate speech , hate crimes and violence , and to promote social inclusion of minorities and vulnerable populations , including the roma; ### 13. expresses concern over the fundamental rights situation , specifically the persisting discrimination and hate speech faced by the lgbti community , migrants and asylum seekers , as well as ethnic and religious minorities , and calls for more effective and comprehensive countrywide human rights and anti-discrimination strategies , as well as measures against interfaith and interethnic intolerance; stresses the need to duly prevent and prosecute the proliferation of hate speech , hate crimes and violence , and to promote social inclusion of minorities and vulnerable populations , including the roma;


### 13. expresses concern over the fundamental rights situation , and calls for more effective and comprehensive countrywide human rights and anti-discrimination strategies , as well as measures against interfaith and interethnic intolerance; stresses the need to duly prevent and prosecute the proliferation of hate speech , hate crimes and violence , and to promote social inclusion of minorities and vulnerable populations , including the roma; ### 13. expresses concern over the fundamental rights situation , and calls for more effective and comprehensive countrywide human rights and anti-discrimination strategies , as well as measures against interfaith and interethnic intolerance; stresses the need to duly prevent and prosecute the proliferation of hate speech , hate crimes and violence , and to promote social inclusion of minorities and vulnerable populations , including the roma as well as people with disabilities; commends the first-ever sarajevo pride , held on 9 september 2019;


### 14. commends the decision of the constitutional court of 4 october 2019 to repeal article 11 of the constitution of the republika srpska entity , thus abolishing capital punishment across bih; ### 14. commends the decision of the constitutional court of 4 october 2019 to repeal article 11 of the constitution of the republika srpska entity , thus abolishing capital punishment across bih; regrets , however , that this decision , which meets part of one of the key priorities , had to be imposed by a court instead of being the result of a political process;


### 15. regrets bih’s continued inability to comply with anti-discrimination rulings of the european court of human rights (ecthr); notes the continuing shortcomings in the election process , and reiterates the need to address discriminatory ethnicity and residency-based restrictions on the right to stand for election through the required constitutional changes; ### 15. regrets bih’s continued inability to comply with anti-discrimination rulings of the european court of human rights (ecthr) ) and the rulings of the constitutional court of bih; notes the continuing shortcomings in the election process , and reiterates the need to address discriminatory ethnicity and residency-based restrictions on the right to stand for election through the required constitutional changes and respecting the principles of federalism , decentralisation and legitimate representation;


### 15. regrets bih’s continued inability to comply with anti-discrimination rulings of the european court of human rights (ecthr); notes the continuing shortcomings in the election process , and reiterates the need to address discriminatory ethnicity and residency-based restrictions on the right to stand for election through the required constitutional changes; ### 15. regrets bih’s continued inability to comply with anti-discrimination rulings of the european court of human rights (ecthr) which is a prerequisite for opening accession negotiations; notes the continuing shortcomings in the election process , and reiterates the need to address discriminatory ethnicity and residency-based restrictions on the right to stand for election through the required constitutional changes;


### 16. calls for thorough investigations into alleged electoral irregularities , including identity theft , barriers to independent electoral observation and political pressure on the bih central election commission (cec) , during of the 2020 municipal elections; ### 16. calls for thorough investigations into alleged electoral irregularities , including voter registration fraud , identity theft , barriers to independent electoral observation and political pressure on the bih central election commission(cec) , during of the 2020 municipal elections , especially with regard to the elections in mostar;


### 17. regrets continued political and financial pressure and instrumentalisation of the media , undermining freedom of expression and media pluralism; expresses its concern at the hostile environment for independent media , and urges the authorities to effectively investigate and prosecute threats and attacks against journalists and media personnel; ### 17. regrets continued political and financial pressure and instrumentalisation of the media , undermining freedom of expression and media pluralism; expresses its concern at the hostile environment for independent media and independent journalism; ,and urges the authorities to effectively investigate and prosecute threats and attacks against journalists and media personnel; expresses its concern about the lack of transparency of media ownership; insists that effective measures should be taken to counter hate speech both online and offline;


### 18. insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at diminishing the eu’s credibility in the region; ### 18. recalls the importance of fact-checking and media literacy for tackling propaganda , disinformation and fake news; insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at diminishing the eu’s credibility in the region;


### 18. insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at diminishing the eu’s credibility in the region; ### 18. insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at diminishing the eu’s credibility in the region; calls on the eu to offer further assistance , financial and otherwise , to the relevant bih institutions , in order to increase the country’s ability to counter this threat;


### 18. insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at diminishing the eu’s credibility in the region; ### 18. insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy , including by diversifying its funding to projects that entail local and regional media outlets , in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at diminishing the eu’s credibility and its actions in the region , as well as the enlargement process as a whole;


### 18. insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at diminishing the eu’s credibility in the region; ### 18. insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at diminishing the eu’s credibility in the region; especially in relation to the financial assistance given during the covid-19 pandemic;


### 18. insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at diminishing the eu’s credibility in the region; ### 18. insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at creating additional divisions in society , undermining positive reform efforts , and diminishing the eu’s credibility in the region;


### 18. insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at diminishing the eu’s credibility in the region; ### 18. insists that the eu must enhance its communication strategy in order to effectively counter disinformation campaigns aimed at diminishing the eu’s credibility in the region; especially in relation to financial assistance during the coronavirus pandemic;


### 19. notes the increased migratory pressure on the country; calls for effective inter-institutional coordination of migration and border management in the face of a mounting humanitarian crisis; calls for equitable burden-sharing and adequate support for local communities hosting temporary reception centres; underlines the need to ensure appropriate reception conditions and to boost capacity for processing incoming migrants and asylum-seekers; urges bih to conclude an agreement with the european asylum support office (easo); calls on the eu to step up its support to bih’s authorities , namely with regard to operational assistance; ### 19. notes the increased migratory pressure on the country; calls for effective inter-institutional coordination of migration and border management in the face of a mounting humanitarian crisis; calls for equitable burden-sharing and adequate support for local communities hosting temporary reception centres; underlines the need to ensure appropriate reception conditions and to boost capacity for processing incoming migrants and asylum-seekers; urges bih to conclude an agreement with the european asylum support office (easo); calls on the eu to step up its support to bih’s authorities , namely with regard to operational assistance , and also much needed financial support; emphasises the paramount importance that human rights hold within the european project - these standards must be upheld both within the eu , but also in relation with our neighbours , friends and partners; considers imperative the fact that eu institutions should commit funds and all other necessary assistance in order to maintain , reinforce and expand human rights in bih;


### 19. notes the increased migratory pressure on the country; calls for effective inter-institutional coordination of migration and border management in the face of a mounting humanitarian crisis; calls for equitable burden-sharing and adequate support for local communities hosting temporary reception centres; underlines the need to ensure appropriate reception conditions and to boost capacity for processing incoming migrants and asylum-seekers; urges bih to conclude an agreement with the european asylum support office (easo); calls on the eu to step up its support to bih’s authorities , namely with regard to operational assistance; ### 19. notes the increased migratory pressure on the country; calls for effective inter-institutional coordination of migration and border management in the face of a mounting humanitarian crisis; calls for establishing of reception capacities away from the eu external border , preferably at the entry points of migrants to the country; underlines the need for the european commission , eu agencies and international organisations to provide assistance to bih in ensuring appropriate reception conditions in boosting the relevant capacities for processing incoming migrants and asylum claims and , where applicable , conducting return procedures; urges bih to conclude an agreement with the european asylum support office (easo); calls on the eu to step up its support to bih’s authorities , namely with regard to operational assistance;


### 19. notes the increased migratory pressure on the country; calls for effective inter-institutional coordination of migration and border management in the face of a mounting humanitarian crisis; calls for equitable burden-sharing and adequate support for local communities hosting temporary reception centres; underlines the need to ensure appropriate reception conditions and to boost capacity for processing incoming migrants and asylum-seekers; urges bih to conclude an agreement with the european asylum support office (easo); calls on the eu to step up its support to bih’s authorities , namely with regard to operational assistance; ### 19. notes the increased migratory pressure on the country; calls for effective inter-institutional coordination of migration and border management in the face of a mounting humanitarian crisis; calls on politicians not to use migration policies for any political purposes; calls for equitable burden-sharing and adequate support for local communities hosting temporary reception centres; underlines the need to ensure appropriate reception conditions and to boost capacity for processing incoming migrants and asylum-seekers; urges bih to conclude an agreement with the european asylum support office (easo); calls on the eu to step up its support to bih’s authorities , namely with regard to operational assistance;


### 19. notes the increased migratory pressure on the country; calls for effective inter-institutional coordination of migration and border management in the face of a mounting humanitarian crisis; calls for equitable burden-sharing and adequate support for local communities hosting temporary reception centres; underlines the need to ensure appropriate reception conditions and to boost capacity for processing incoming migrants and asylum-seekers; urges bih to conclude an agreement with the european asylum support office (easo); calls on the eu to step up its support to bih’s authorities , namely with regard to operational assistance; ### 19. notes the increased migratory pressure on the country; calls for effective inter-institutional coordination of migration and border management in the face of a mounting humanitarian crisis; calls for equitable burden-sharing and adequate support for local communities hosting temporary reception centres; underlines the need to ensure appropriate reception conditions and to boost capacity for processing incoming migrants and asylum-seekers; urges bih to conclude an agreement with the european asylum support office (easo); calls on the eu to step up its support to bih’s authorities , namely with regard to operational , technical , logistical and further financial assistance;


### 19. notes the increased migratory pressure on the country; calls for effective inter-institutional coordination of migration and border management in the face of a mounting humanitarian crisis; calls for equitable burden-sharing and adequate support for local communities hosting temporary reception centres; underlines the need to ensure appropriate reception conditions and to boost capacity for processing incoming migrants and asylum-seekers; urges bih to conclude an agreement with the european asylum support office (easo); calls on the eu to step up its support to bih’s authorities , namely with regard to operational assistance; ### 19. notes the increased migratory pressure on the country; calls for effective inter-institutional coordination of migration and a stronger border management in the face of a mounting humanitarian crisis; calls for equitable burden-sharing and adequate support for local communities hosting temporary reception centres; underlines the need to ensure appropriate reception conditions and to boost capacity for processing incoming migrants and asylum-seekers; urges bih to conclude an agreement with the european asylum support office (easo); calls on the eu to step up its support to bih’s authorities , namely with regard to operational assistance;


### 20. urges bih to step up its efforts against cross-border crime , especially human trafficking , and to ensure swift conclusion of the status agreement with the european border and coast guard agency (frontex) that would facilitate better protection of borders in full respect for fundamental rights , while helping fight cross-border crime; ### 20. urges bih to step up its efforts against cross-border crime , especially human trafficking , and to ensure swift conclusion of the status agreement with the european border and coast guard agency (frontex) that would facilitate better protection of borders in full respect for fundamental rights , while helping fight cross-border crime; insists that migration and crossings must take place through official channels within the legislative framework; warns of frequent illegal attempts by migrants to cross the green border with the republic of croatia;


### 20. urges bih to step up its efforts against cross-border crime , especially human trafficking , and to ensure swift conclusion of the status agreement with the european border and coast guard agency (frontex) that would facilitate better protection of borders in full respect for fundamental rights , while helping fight cross-border crime; ### 20. urges bih to step up its efforts against cross-border crime , especially human trafficking , and to ensure swift conclusion of the status agreement with the european border and coast guard agency (frontex) reached on the 5th of february 2019 and still pending signature and ratification , that would facilitate better protection of borders in full respect for fundamental rights , while helping fight cross-border crime and illegal migration;


### 20. urges bih to step up its efforts against cross-border crime , especially human trafficking , and to ensure swift conclusion of the status agreement with the european border and coast guard agency (frontex) that would facilitate better protection of borders in full respect for fundamental rights , while helping fight cross-border crime; ### 20. urges bih to step up its cooperation with neighbouring countries and relevant eu agencies (europol , eurojust , frontex) against cross-border crime , especially human trafficking¸ migrant smuggling networks , firearms and drug trafficking;


### 21. calls for a co-ordinated , strategic countrywide response to the ongoing health emergency and post-pandemic recovery measures; recalls covid-related eu support to address the acute situation in the country; calls on the european commission and the member states to allocate a sufficient number of covid-19 vaccines to the western balkan countries; ### 21. calls for a co-ordinated , strategic countrywide response to the ongoing health emergency and post-pandemic recovery measures; recalls covid-related eu support to address the acute situation in the country , including new loan guarantees of €12 million to support smes; encourages bih to make full use of the union’s mechanisms , including adherence to the joint procurement agreement for medical equipment; calls for urgent and specific measures to address the plight of women in all spheres of life , including domestic violence , which has further deteriorated during the pandemic; calls on the european commission and the member states to allocate a sufficient number of covid-19 vaccines to the western balkan countries;


### 21. calls for a co-ordinated , strategic countrywide response to the ongoing health emergency and post-pandemic recovery measures; recalls covid-related eu support to address the acute situation in the country; calls on the european commission and the member states to allocate a sufficient number of covid-19 vaccines to the western balkan countries; ### 21. calls for a co-ordinated , strategic countrywide response to the ongoing health emergency and post-pandemic recovery measures in full respect of the principle of non discrimination; recalls covid-related eu support to address the acute situation in the country; calls on the european commission and the member states to allocate a sufficient number of covid-19 vaccines to the western balkan countries;


### 21. calls for a co-ordinated , strategic countrywide response to the ongoing health emergency and post-pandemic recovery measures; recalls covid-related eu support to address the acute situation in the country; calls on the european commission and the member states to allocate a sufficient number of covid-19 vaccines to the western balkan countries; ### 21. calls for a co-ordinated , strategic countrywide response to the ongoing health emergency and post-pandemic recovery measures; recalls covid-related eu support to address the acute situation in the country; underlines the importance of european solidarity and calls on the european commission and the member states to allocate a sufficient number of covid-19 vaccines to the western balkan countries;


### 23. calls on bih to step up active labour market measures aimed at reducing long-term and youth unemployment , contributing to the most acute brain drain in the region; ### 23. calls on bih to step up active labour market measures aimed at reducing long-term and youth unemployment , contributing to the most acute brain drain in the region; welcomes the initiative of a youth guarantee flagship as part the economic and investment plan for the western balkans , aiming to ensure qualitative job opportunities , continued education and traineeships for young people;


### 23. calls on bih to step up active labour market measures aimed at reducing long-term and youth unemployment , contributing to the most acute brain drain in the region; ### 23. calls on bih to step up active labour market measures aimed at reducing long-term and youth unemployment , contributing to the most acute brain drain in the region , notably in the health and it sector; calls for bih to step up socio-economic measures to address the demographic decline and brain drain;


### 23. calls on bih to step up active labour market measures aimed at reducing long-term and youth unemployment , contributing to the most acute brain drain in the region; ### 23. calls on bih to step up active labour market measures , including vocational education and training , aimed at reducing long-term and youth unemployment , contributing to the most acute brain drain in the region;


### 24. urges the authorities to prioritise measures aimed at boosting economic diversification , digitalisation and tackling the informal economy , while developing effective and transparent mechanisms for energy market , transport infrastructure , sustainable tourism and support for smes; ### 24. urges the authorities to prioritise measures aimed at boosting economic diversification , digitalisation and tackling the informal economy , while developing effective and transparent mechanisms for energy market , transport infrastructure , sustainable tourism and support for smes; highlights the great potential of digitalisation for the development of bih’s economy;


### 25. recommends focusing on growth-enhancing public investment and infrastructure projects , making full use of the economic and investment plan for the western balkans; ### 25. recommends focusing on growth-enhancing public investment and infrastructure projects increasing transport multimodality and road safety , making full use of the economic and investment plan for the western balkans; recalls that such projects must be in line with the rules on state aid , public procurement and the environmental impact; urges to improve bosnia and herzegovina’s absorption capacity of eu funds;


### 25. recommends focusing on growth-enhancing public investment and infrastructure projects , making full use of the economic and investment plan for the western balkans; ### 25. recommends focusing on growth-enhancing public investment , energy and infrastructure projects , making full use of the economic and investment plan for the western balkans;


### 26. urges bih’s authorities to ensure alignment with eu standards and policy objectives on climate protection and energy , facilitating the green and digital transition , and calls for the prioritisation of measures reducing ecological degradation and environmental risks to health; ### 26. remains concerned that the standards of environmental protection remain low and often neglected; urges the authorities to enhance environmental protection in line with eu standards and international obligations; urges bih’s authorities to ensure greater alignment with eu standards and policy objectives on climate protection and energy , facilitating the green and digital transition , and calls for the prioritisation of measures reducing ecological degradation and environmental risks to health; calls on more efforts to focus on the alignment of domestic legislation on all levels with the eu acquis aiming to reduce air pollution , especially in transboundary context and reduce harmful emissions to neighbouring countries;


### 26. urges bih’s authorities to ensure alignment with eu standards and policy objectives on climate protection and energy , facilitating the green and digital transition , and calls for the prioritisation of measures reducing ecological degradation and environmental risks to health; ### 26. urges bih’s authorities to ensure alignment with eu standards and policy objectives on climate protection and energy , facilitating the green and digital transition , and calls for the prioritisation of measures reducing ecological degradation and environmental risks to health and to increase sustainability of the energy generation sector by boosting energy efficiency and diversification through sustainable usage of renewables and to contribute to the regional connectivity , namely by working towards completing the regional energy market; furthermore notes that air pollution needs to be addressed in a harmonised and consistent country-wide manner , also mitigating the risk for cross-border pollution;


### 27. urges bih to continue progressively improving common foreign and security policy (cfsp) alignment; calls for the strengthening of good neighbourly relations and increased efforts to resolve all outstanding bilateral issues; ### 27. urges bih to continue progressively improving common foreign and security policy (cfsp) alignment , as it constitutes an essential component of eu membership; firmly believes that better communication of the eu commitment towards the region is paramount to tackle malign foreign influences; calls for the strengthening of good neighbourly relations and increased efforts to resolve all outstanding bilateral issues , such as border demarcation with croatia and serbia and normalisation of relations with kosovo;


### 27. urges bih to continue progressively improving common foreign and security policy (cfsp) alignment; calls for the strengthening of good neighbourly relations and increased efforts to resolve all outstanding bilateral issues; ### 27. urges bih to continue progressively improving common foreign and security policy (cfsp) alignment; notes that between march 2018 and end of february 2019 , the bih aligned with 60 of the 86 declarations issued by the eu , reaching an alignment rate of 70%; calls for the strengthening of good neighbourly relations and increased efforts to resolve all outstanding bilateral issues;


### 28. welcomes the continued presence of eufor’s operation althea in the country and the extension of eufor’s mandate until november 2021; ### 28. notes the increasing influence of foreign powers in bih; welcomes the continued presence of eufor’s operation althea in the country and the extension of eufor’s mandate until november 2021; commends the work of operation eufor althea that set route towards peace , stabilization and the european integration of bosnia and herzegovina; reminds that this mission still plays a pivotal role for the security and stability of bosnia and herzegovina and the region;


### 28. welcomes the continued presence of eufor’s operation althea in the country and the extension of eufor’s mandate until november 2021; ### 28. welcomes the continued presence of eufor’s operation althea in the country and the extension of eufor’s mandate until november 2021; commends the operation for remaining fully operational and continuing to support the country in spite of the challenges caused by the covid-19 pandemic; looks forward to the forthcoming strategic review of the operation and stresses that the latter should retain its intelligence assets and readily available reserves;


### 29. welcomes ongoing and continued efforts on the disposal of weapons , ammunition , explosives and demining; ### 29. welcomes ongoing and continued efforts on the disposal of weapons , ammunition , explosives and demining; recalls the importance of properly funding demining efforts in the country; calls on further support of the eu and of international organizations to ensure that de-mining could be stepped up allowing bih to be freed from the remnants of its war-torn years;


### — having regard to the un resolution of 25 september 2015 entitled ‘transforming our world: the 2030 agenda for sustainable development’ , ### — having regard to the sustainable development goals set out in the un resolution of 25 september 2015 entitled ‘transforming our world: the 2030 agenda for sustainable development’ , including sdg 16 which covers efforts to combat corruption ,


### a. whereas corruption is a human rights violation , directly undermining the enjoyment of human rights and disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable groups in society , barring them from equal access to political participation , basic services , justice , natural resources , jobs , education , health and housing , while exacerbating poverty and inequality; ### a. whereas corruption spawns serious human rights violation , directly undermining the enjoyment of human rights and disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable groups in society , barring them from equal access to political participation , basic services , justice , natural resources , jobs , education , health and housing , while exacerbating poverty and inequality;


### a. whereas corruption is a human rights violation , directly undermining the enjoyment of human rights and disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable groups in society , barring them from equal access to political participation , basic services , justice , natural resources , jobs , education , health and housing , while exacerbating poverty and inequality; ### a. whereas corruption is directly undermining the enjoyment of human rights and disproportionately affecting the most vulnerable groups in society , barring them from equal access to political participation , basic services , justice , natural resources , jobs , education , health and housing , while exacerbating poverty and inequality;


### b. whereas fighting corruption is an integral part of the international commitments to fulfil human rights , protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity by 2030 , in the framework of the un sustainable development goals (sdgs) , particularly sdg 16 to promote just , peaceful and inclusive societies; ### b. whereas fighting corruption is an integral part of the international commitments to fulfil human rights , protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity tangibly , in the framework of the un sustainable development goals (sdgs) , and particularly sdg 16 to promote just , peaceful and inclusive societies;


### c. whereas corruption typically involves the misuse of power , a lack of accountability , the obstruction of justice , the use of improper influence , the institutionalisation of discrimination , clientelism and the distortion of market mechanisms among other things , and is facilitated by inadequate transparency and access to information; whereas rising authoritarianism provides fertile ground for corruption , the combating of which calls for international cooperation with like-minded democracies; ### c. whereas corruption typically involves the misuse of power , the perpetuation of kleptocracies , the undue enrichment of high-ranking officials , a lack of accountability , the obstruction of justice , the use of improper influence , the institutionalisation of discrimination , kleptocracies and the distortion of market mechanisms among other things , and is facilitated by inadequate transparency and access to information; whereas rising authoritarianism provides fertile ground for corruption , the combating of which calls for international cooperation with like-minded democracies; whereas corrupt administrations are bound to act as a trigger for conflicts , especially in developing countries , and these lead to wholesale human rights violations;


### c. whereas corruption typically involves the misuse of power , a lack of accountability , the obstruction of justice , the use of improper influence , the institutionalisation of discrimination , clientelism and the distortion of market mechanisms among other things , and is facilitated by inadequate transparency and access to information; whereas rising authoritarianism provides fertile ground for corruption , the combating of which calls for international cooperation with like-minded democracies; ### c. whereas corruption typically involves the misuse of power , a lack of accountability , the obstruction of justice , the use of improper influence , the institutionalisation of discrimination , clientelism and the distortion of market mechanisms among other things , and is facilitated by inadequate transparency and access to information; whereas rising authoritarianism provides fertile ground for corruption; whereas , despite the factors which encourage corruption in certain countries , corruption exists in all countries in the world , regardless of the economic and political system of a given country , and combating it calls for international cooperation;


### d. whereas corruption undermines institutions , checks and balances and democratic principles , weakens the rule of law , corrodes public trust and impedes sustainable development , leading to the impunity of perpetrators , the illicit enrichment of those in power and power-grabbing to escape prosecution; whereas corruption destabilises peacebuilding efforts; ### d. whereas corruption undermines institutions , checks and balances and democratic principles , weakens the rule of law , corrodes public trust and impedes sustainable development , leading to the impunity of perpetrators , the illicit enrichment of those in power and power-grabbing to escape prosecution; whereas corruption destabilises peacebuilding efforts; whereas corruption is a key factor in boosting the illegal activities from which organised crime grows rich;


### e. whereas the ongoing covid-19 crisis has exacerbated corruption-related human rights abuses , as regions with higher levels of corruption face higher numbers of covid-related deaths and the most vulnerable communities are disproportionately hit; whereas corruption cripples states’ capacity to provide and fairly distribute public health services or vaccines; whereas many governments have misused covid-19 related emergency powers to step up crackdowns on journalists , whistleblowers and civil society organisations (csos) working on exposing corruption; ### e. whereas the ongoing covid-19 crisis has exacerbated corruption-related human rights abuses , as regions with higher levels of corruption face higher numbers of covid-related deaths and the most vulnerable communities are disproportionately hit; whereas pharmaceutical products and medical devices are particularly vulnerable to corruption , and whereas corruption limits the enjoyment of human rights , in particular the right to health and to an adequate standard of living , as it cripples states’ capacity to provide and fairly distribute public health services or vaccines; whereas many governments have misused covid-19 related emergency powers to step up crackdowns on journalists , whistleblowers and civil society organisations (csos) working on exposing corruption;


### e. whereas the ongoing covid-19 crisis has exacerbated corruption-related human rights abuses , as regions with higher levels of corruption face higher numbers of covid-related deaths and the most vulnerable communities are disproportionately hit; whereas corruption cripples states’ capacity to provide and fairly distribute public health services or vaccines; whereas many governments have misused covid-19 related emergency powers to step up crackdowns on journalists , whistleblowers and civil society organisations (csos) working on exposing corruption; ### e. whereas the ongoing covid-19 crisis has exacerbated corruption-related human rights abuses , as it is being used by autocratic leaders to intensify their power; whereas the pandemic has become a fertile breeding ground for embezzlement and nepotism; whereas the most vulnerable communities are disproportionately hit; whereas corruption cripples states’ capacity to provide and fairly distribute public health services or vaccines; whereas many governments have misused covid-19 related emergency powers to step up crackdowns on journalists , whistleblowers and civil society organisations (csos) working on exposing corruption;


### i. whereas corporate due diligence regulations are indispensable means to prevent and tackle human rights and environmental violations; whereas the provisions of the uncac should form part of the due diligence obligations envisaged in the forthcoming commission proposal on the matter; ### i. whereas corporate due diligence regulations are indispensable means to prevent and tackle human rights and environmental violations; whereas the provisions of the uncac should form part of the due diligence recommendations envisaged in the forthcoming commission proposal on the matter;


### j. whereas the adoption of the eu global human rights sanctions regime (eu magnitsky act) is an essential addition to the eu’s toolbox; whereas parliament has requested the extension of its scope to include acts of corruption; whereas the united states , canada and the united kingdom have adopted similar anti-corruption sanctions regimes; ### j. whereas the adoption of the eu global human rights sanctions regime (eu magnitsky act) is an essential addition to the eu’s toolbox; whereas parliament has requested the extension of its scope to include acts of corruption , in order to effectively combat all human rights violations , regardless of the nature of the offences; whereas the united states , canada and the united kingdom have adopted similar anti-corruption sanctions regimes;


### j. whereas the adoption of the eu global human rights sanctions regime (eu magnitsky act) is an essential addition to the eu’s toolbox; whereas parliament has requested the extension of its scope to include acts of corruption; whereas the united states , canada and the united kingdom have adopted similar anti-corruption sanctions regimes; ### j. whereas the adoption of the eu global human rights sanctions regime (eu magnitsky act) is an essential addition to the eu’s toolbox; whereas parliament has requested the extension of its scope to include acts of corruption; whereas the united states , canada and the united kingdom have also adopted anti-corruption sanctions regimes;


### recognise the intrinsic link between the retreat of democracies and the rise of kleptocracies around the world; take a leading role in multinational forums to forge a coalition of democracies to push back against this global threat; ### recognise the current trend of the retreat of democracies and the rise of kleptocracies around the world; take a leading role in multinational forums to push back against this global threat;


### advance efforts in all eu member states to freeze and confiscate stolen assets in their jurisdictions , in line with the uncac , and to return them in a transparent and accountable manner to the country of origin; ### advance efforts in all eu member states to freeze and confiscate stolen assets in their jurisdictions , in line with the uncac , and to return them in a transparent and accountable manner to their owners; establish effective cooperation between member states in order to seek out and prosecute those responsible for these crimes;