### 8. welcomes the fact that 85% of all new external actions will be required to incorporate gender as a significant or principal objective; stresses that the objectives set should also be quantified in terms of dedicated funding and not just a percentage of the overall programmes; ### 8. welcomes the fact that 85%of all new external actions will be required to incorporate gender as a significant or principal objective by 2025 and calls for 20% of actions to have gender as a principal objective; stresses that the objectives set should also be quantified in terms of dedicated funding and not just a percentage of the overall programmes; calls for the set-up of a specific target of 85% of eu’s oda funding dedicated to gender equality as a principal or significant objective;


### 8. expects specific and measurable baselines and targets to be added to the joint staff working document on the objectives and indicators to frame the implementation of the gap iii (swd(2020)0284) , as well as road maps and timelines for all objectives , and sanctions in case of non-fulfilment. ### 8. expects the development of indicators and analysis adapted to the nature of each external action policy with measurable baselines and targets to be added to the joint staff working document to frame the implementation of the gap iii , as well as specific road maps and timelines for all objectives , and sanctions in case of non-fulfilment; notes that in particular the use of gender analysis in the formulation of eu external actions is increasing and almost all eu delegations have carried out a detailed gender analysis.


### 8. expects specific and measurable baselines and targets to be added to the joint staff working document on the objectives and indicators to frame the implementation of the gap iii (swd(2020)0284) , as well as road maps and timelines for all objectives , and sanctions in case of non-fulfilment. ### 8. expects specific and measurable baselines and targets to be added to the joint staff working document on the objectives and indicators to frame the implementation of the gap iii (swd(2020)0284) , as well as road maps and timelines for all objectives.


### 9. calls for action to combat femicide and all types of violence against women to be stepped up; ### 9. calls for action to combat femicide and all types of violence against women and girls online and offline to be stepped up , particularly in conflict and emergency situations where women and girls are in more vulnerable situations and focusing on women and girls who are more likely to be victims of violence such as women and girls with disabilities;


### 11. points out that the victims of trafficking and sexual exploitation are mainly women and girls; calls for increased international cooperation to end the practices resulting in such forms of enslavement; ### 11. points out that the victims of trafficking and sexual exploitation are mainly women and girls; calls for increased international cooperation to end the above mentioned harmful practices resulting in such forms of enslavement , recalling that vulnerability of women to trafficking and sexual exploitation is exacerbated during economic hardship , armed conflict and emergency situations.;


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


### 12. expresses concern at the rise of conservative rhetoric and organised religious and other groupings , which is threatening to undermine sexual and reproductive rights inside and outside the union; ### 12. expresses concern at the backlash against gender equality and women’s rights rise of conservative rhetoric and organised religious and other groupings , which is threatening to undermine sexual and reproductive rights inside and outside the union;


### 13. calls for gap iii to attach greater importance to these rights and for adequate funding to be allocated to them when programming the ‘europe in the world’ instrument; ### 13. welcomed the promotion of gap iii to these rights , their inclusion to the key thematic areas of engagement and calls for adequate funding to be coordinated and allocated to them when programming the ‘europe in the world’ instrument;


### 14. stresses the importance of sexual and reproductive rights with regard to women’s bodies and their autonomy and urges that they be treated as public health issues; calls for universal access to sexual education , contraception and safe and legal abortion; ### 14. stresses the importance of sexual and reproductive rights with regard to women’s bodies and their autonomy and urges that they be treated as public health issues; calls for universal access to sexual education , contraception and safe and legal abortion; highlights the need to age-appropriate srhr-related actions , for example by ensuring accessible , youth-friendly information and services;


### 15. calls for measures to prevent girls from missing school during their periods by improving menstrual hygiene facilities on school premises and by combating stigmatisation in this area; ### 15. calls for measures to prevent girls from missing school during their periods by improving menstrual hygiene facilities on school premises and by combating stigmatisation in this area , calls for greater synergies between programmes addressing health , srhr and wash and personal support for girls in this regard;


### 16. draws attention to the inequalities and disparities between women and men regarding access to healthcare and the quality of healthcare provided; calls for universal access to facilities for the prevention , diagnosis , care and treatment of female and sexually transmitted diseases; ### 16. draws attention to the inequalities and disparities between women and men regarding access to healthcare and the quality of healthcare provided , taking into account the lack of gender responsive healthcare and services , adding the importance of the provision of relevant information and development of gender responsive diagnostics; calls for universal access to facilities for the prevention , diagnosis , care and treatment of female and sexually transmitted diseases , taking into account the specific needs of young people , lgbti+ people , with the set up of youth-friendly health facilities and the gender disparities in midlife and older women’s unmet health needs;


### promoting economic and social equality ### promoting economic and social rights and equality


### 17. reiterates that the crisis is affecting women’s access to the labour market; stresses the need for the inclusion of a gender dimension in all recovery plans; ### 17. reiterates that the current ongoing covid-19 crisis is affecting women’s access to the labour market; stresses the importance and the need for the inclusion of a intersectional gender dimension in the economic all recovery plans of the countries concerned;


### 18. calls for gap iii to promote women’s economic activity and their access to the necessary resources and social protection; calls for measures to help make women more employable and provide them with business opportunities; ### 18. calls for gap iii to promote women’s access and participation to the economic activity and their access to the necessary economic as well as social tools and resources; calls for measures to help make women more employable and provide them with business opportunities; highlights the need to consider the complementarity of other actions to ensure effectiveness , such as the freedom from gender-based violence and access to decent work;


### 19. calls for a comprehensive effort to provide girls with access to education and quality training tailored to the needs of the labour market; ### 19. calls for a comprehensive effort to provide girls and women with access to high quality education and training tailored to both girls and boys learning preferences and to the needs of the labour market thus providing also the girls and women the effective tools to benefit from and shape the modern economy;


### encouraging participation and leadership by women ### encouraging participation and leadership by women and girls


### 20. notes that women are under-represented at every level of political and public life; calls for programme funding to promote the training and participation of women; ### 20. notes that women are under-represented at every level of political and public life; calls for the inclusion of women in all levels of decision-making and positions of power from civil servants to elected officials and other politicians;


### 21. stresses the importance of the contribution made by women to promoting dialogue , forging coalitions and mediating for peace; calls on the eu to promote greater participation by women in peacekeeping and further peacebuilding; ### 21. stresses the importance of the contribution made by women to promoting dialogue , forging coalitions and mediating for peace; calls on the eu to promote greater participation by women in peacekeeping and further peacebuilding and to recognise young women and girls as key drivers of change as well , alongside adult women;


### 22. stresses the need to ensure that women and girls who have suffered sexual violence in conflict zones receive holistic care and treatment; ### 22. stresses the need to ensure that women and girls who have suffered sexual violence in conflict affected zones and countries receive appropriate and holistic care and treatment;


### 23. reiterates the need to combat the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war and to combat impunity; ### 23. deplores the use of sexual violence as a weapon of war and calls on the urgent need to combat it as well as to combat impunity by bringing perpetrators to justice and calls for commitment to zero-tolerance to gender based violence;


### 24. appreciates the eu’s determination to address gender issues in the context of the green transition , given the disproportionate impact of climate change on women and girls; ### 24. appreciates the eu’s determination to address gender issues in the context of the green transition , given the disproportionate impact of climate change on women and girls especially in the developing countries concerned where they are confronted to it in their everyday life;


### 25. points out that women are at the forefront when it comes to expertise in the fields of agriculture , climate and biodiversity; calls for them to be given support in the form of funding , legislative framework provisions and access to resources; ### 25. points out that women and girls’ organisations are at the forefront when it comes to expertise in the fields of agriculture , climate and biodiversity; calls for them to be given support in the form of adequate and flexible funding , legislative framework provisions and access to resources;


### 27. stresses the need for digital platforms to be suitably regulated in order to combat gender-based online violence and cyberbullying; calls for greater involvement of women in the design , manufacture and development of artificial intelligence applications in order to combat the perpetuation of gender stereotyping and prejudice; ### 27. stresses the need for digital platforms to be suitably regulated in order to combat gender-based online violence and cyberbullying; recognising that this is a major barrier for women and girls’ access to digital spaces and their participation online and severely hinders girls’ and women’s political participation , and even more so if they belong to structurally disadvantaged groups; calls for greater involvement of women in the design , manufacture and development of artificial intelligence applications in order to combat the perpetuation of gender stereotyping and prejudice;


### 28. reiterates the need for the eu to play a leading role at multilateral level in promoting feminist diplomacy; ### 28. reiterates the need for the eu to play a leading role at multilateral level in promoting external policies that put forward gender equality and women empowerment as a core part of their external actions and priorities;


### 28. reiterates the need for the eu to play a leading role at multilateral level in promoting feminist diplomacy; ### 28. reiterates the need for the eu to play a leading role at multilateral level in promoting diplomacy which bolsters women’s rights;


### 29. welcomes the eur 33 billion pledged at the generation equality forum in paris; calls for the annual monitoring of agreed actions and their implementation in practice; ### 29. welcomes the eur 33 billion pledged at the generation equality forum in paris; calls for an international efficient accountability system and calls for the commission to monitor annually its agreed commitments and their implementation in practice;


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


### 31. points out once again that intergenerational dialogue and commitment on the part of men and boys are crucial to bringing about societal change and creating a true generation equality; ### 31. points out once again that intergenerational dialogue and the inclusion of as well as the commitment on the part of men and boys to advance gender equality are crucial to bringing about societal change and creating a true generation equality;


### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet , encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action as soon as possible; ### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet; encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action based on scientifically sound ex-ante impact assessments (describing the methods of calculation of the targets and the baselines and reference periods of each individual target , after consultation with the member states) and by considering the cumulative effects of the legislative proposals;


### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet , encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action as soon as possible; ### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet; recognises the need for a realistic and balanced approach in the implementation of the strategy in which all three dimensions of sustainability (economic , environmental and social) should be acknowledged and integrated; encourages the commission to conduct a comprehensive evidence-based impact assessment before translating the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action;


### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet , encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action as soon as possible; ### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet , encourages the commission to conduct a comprehensive and holistic impact assessment of the combined envisaged targets on the social , environmental and economic sustainability of agriculture in the eu before translating the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action as soon as possible; stresses that any legal action should have a strong fact-based foundation;


### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet , encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action as soon as possible; ### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sovereign , sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which calls for a paradigm shift , particularly given the numerous agricultural imports that do not meet the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies , healthy rural life and a healthy planet , encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action as soon as possible and in consultation with stakeholders;


### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet , encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action as soon as possible; ### 1. welcomes the farm to fork strategy as an important step in ensuring a sustainable , fair and resilient food system , which is central to achieving the goals set out in the european green deal and in the sdgs; emphasises the inextricable links between healthy people , healthy societies and a healthy planet; encourages the commission to translate the strategy into concrete legislative and non-legislative action as soon as possible; encourages the commission to undertake an in-depth impact assessment for all adjacent legislative proposals , allowing for different policy options to be considered;


### 1. urges a shift away from trade-oriented agricultural policies and towards support for food sovereignty and local and regional markets; recalls that agroecology’s capacity to reconcile the economic , environmental and social dimensions of sustainability has been widely recognised; ### 1. urges that ensuring a secure supply of affordable and accessible food , including support for food sovereignty and local and regional markets in connection with family farming , be made a primary objective of agricultural policies; recalls that agroecology’s capacity to reconcile the economic , environmental and social dimensions of sustainability has been widely recognised and that a balance should be struck between economic , ecological and social concerns;


### 1. urges a shift away from trade-oriented agricultural policies and towards support for food sovereignty and local and regional markets; recalls that agroecology’s capacity to reconcile the economic , environmental and social dimensions of sustainability has been widely recognised; ### 1. urges a shift away from trade-oriented agricultural policies and towards support for food and nutritional security and local and regional markets; calls for the prioritisation of local production that ensure local job creation , focus on short supply chains , guarantee fair prices for producers and consumers , reduce countries' dependence on imports and their vulnerability to international price fluctuations; urges to support small-scale producers and farmers , and in particular women and youth; recalls that agroecology’s capacity to reconcile the economic , environmental and social dimensions of sustainability has been widely recognised; calls on the commission to present a comprehensive , holistic impact assessment of the targets envisaged in the green deal and other new strategies in accordance with the principles of better regulation;


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


### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the significant impact of agriculture and especially animal production on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide , in particular in the feed and livestock sectors; calls for regulatory measures and targets to ensure progressive reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors; ### 4. recalls that agriculture and forestry play an important role in addressing climate change adaptation and mitigation; emphasises that eu agriculture has reduced greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions during the last 30 years and reminds that the emissions from eu agriculture are among the lowest worldwide per produced unit; emphasises the importance of recognising the both positive and negative impact of agriculture on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide in all sectors; calls for harmonised calculation methods for methane and then a regulatory framework that incentivises progressive reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors through the introduction of a carbon market place or crediting schemes which incentivises to deliver on climate objectives; reiterates that especially the methane reduction calculation should consider innovative feed additives and nutrition management plans , as well as innovative husbandry practices; supports the stimulating uptake of regenerative agriculture practices , improving access to technologies , data , training and information , and diversifying farmers’ income through carbon sequestration and payments for ecosystem services , thereby increasing their resilience;


### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the significant impact of agriculture and especially animal production on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide , in particular in the feed and livestock sectors; calls for regulatory measures and targets to ensure progressive reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors; ### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the significant impact of agriculture and especially animal production on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide , in particular in the feed and livestock sectors; calls for regulatory measures and legally-binding eu-level and national targets for emissions reduction from agriculture and related land use as part of the “fit for 55” package to ensure ambitious and progressive reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors in the eu but also addressing embedded land use emissions from imported feed and food;


### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the significant impact of agriculture and especially animal production on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide , in particular in the feed and livestock sectors; calls for regulatory measures and targets to ensure progressive reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors; ### 4. emphasises the importance of recognising the significant impact of agriculture and especially animal production on greenhouse gas (ghg) emissions and land use; stresses the need to enhance natural carbon sinks and reduce agricultural emissions of carbon dioxide , methane and nitrous oxide , in particular in the feed and livestock sectors; calls for regulatory measures and legally-binding eu-level and national targets for emissions from agriculture and related land use as part of the “fit for 55” package to ensure ambitious reductions in all ghg emissions in these sectors in the eu but also addressing embedded land use emissions from imported feed and food;


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


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


### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health; regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; ### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health; regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; stresses the urgency to apply a nutrition labelling system which integrates dietary guidelines to support consumers to make healthier food choices and that provides them with better , more detailed and easier to understand but not over simplistic information about the food they consume , also taking into consideration the level of processing of food and the benefits of low-processed high-quality food at the base of traditional european diets and consumption patterns;


### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health;regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; ### 16. calls for measures and consumer information campaigns to promote healthier diets that provide information on the importance of a varied and balanced diet that does not exclude any food , provided that it is consumed in the right amount and frequency and is accompanied by adequate physical activity; welcomes efforts to harmonise eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling systems , provided that they are voluntary , and based on the portions actually consumed and on independent science , eschewing simplistic solutions that could influence consumers’ decisions , as opposed to providing them with information on actual nutritional intake and balanced diets; believes that the instruments to harmonise eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling should exclude the use of simplified categories and/or categories represented by colour schemes or traffic lights , such as the ‘nutriscore’ model;


### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health;regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt;calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; ### 16. calls for measures and consumer information campaigns to promote healthier diets that provide information on the importance of a varied and balanced diet that does not exclude any food , provided that it is consumed in the right amount and frequency , and is accompanied by adequate physical activity; welcomes efforts to harmonise eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling systems , provided that they are voluntary , and based on the portions actually consumed and on independent science , eschewing simplistic solutions that could influence consumers’ decisions , as opposed to providing them with information on actual nutritional intake and balanced diets; believes that a harmonised eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system must meet the requirements laid down in article 35 of regulation (eu) no 1169/2011;


### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health; regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; ### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health taking into account already achieved reduction successes; stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory simplified eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; highlights the importance of a diversified , balanced diet which does include a moderate intake of salt , sugar and fat; underlines that salt , sugar and fat have value-adding properties and functions in foods such as preservation , flavouring and texture enhancer; stresses that sugars and fats should not be judged solely on the basis of their energy density;


### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health; regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science; ### 16. calls for measures to reduce the burden that highly processed foods with high salt , sugar and fat content place on public health; regrets that the introduction of nutrient profiles is greatly delayed and stresses that a robust set of nutrient profiles must be developed to restrict or prohibit the use of false nutritional claims on foods high in fats , sugars and/or salt; calls for a mandatory eu-wide front-of-pack nutrition labelling system based on independent science , as well as an in-depth impact assessment , taking into account the superior interest of consumers , whilst ensuring fair competition on the internal market and the protection of small producers and farmers , and of all eu traditional quality products that characterise our diverse culinary and cultural heritage;


### 2. insists that eu funding for agriculture must be in line with agenda 2030 and prioritise investments in agroecology , agroforestry and crop diversification; stresses the importance of preserving agricultural biodiversity , local animal and plant breeds and local varieties; ### 2. insists that eu funding for agriculture must be in line with agenda 2030 and prioritise investments in agroecology , agroforestry , digital farming technology and crop diversification; recalls those sustainable practices that secure nutritious , safe , affordable and high quality food throughout the year , preserve biodiversity , increase climate resilience , and are beneficial to the dynamic development of territories and the strengthening of social cohesion by reducing social inequalities; stresses the importance of preserving agricultural biodiversity , local animal and plant breeds and local varieties;


### 2. insists that eu funding for agriculture must be in line with agenda 2030 and prioritise investments in agroecology , agroforestry and crop diversification; stresses the importance of preserving agricultural biodiversity , local animal and plant breeds and local varieties; ### 2. insists that eu funding for agriculture must be in line with agenda 2030 and prioritise investments in agroecology , agroforestry and crop diversification; stresses the importance of preserving agricultural biodiversity , local animal and plant breeds and local varieties , while ensuring high-quality , safe and affordable food;


### 5. stresses that eu free trade agreements (ftas) should not disrupt local agriculture , damage small producers or exacerbate dependency on food imports; calls into question international trade rules which allow dumping through the wto green box; welcomes the commission’s commitment to compliance of eu trade agreements with the paris agreement , and calls for market access in ftas to be conditional on compliance with process and production methods criteria; ### 5. stresses that eu free trade agreements (ftas) should not disrupt local agriculture , damage small producers or exacerbate dependency on food imports; recalls the principle of policy coherence for development to ensure european exports do not hinder the development of local production; calls into question international trade rules which allow dumping through the wto green box; welcomes the commission’s commitment to compliance of eu trade agreements with the paris agreement , and calls for market access in ftas to be conditional on compliance with process and production methods criteria;


### 6. denounces the eu’s double standards on pesticides , which allow the export from the eu of hazardous substances banned in the eu. ### 6. highlights that the use of some pesticides in intensive agriculture in developing counties can impact the health of workers who have little access to training on plant protection and healthcare , in addition to causing environmental damage; calls for education and training in sustainable plant protection approaches and for the minimisation of exposure to hazardous substances; denounces the eu’s double standards on pesticides , which allow the export from the eu of hazardous substances banned in the eu.


### d. whereas trade should support and complement efforts to advance sustainable growth , raise living standards and employment; ### d. whereas trade is vital to support and complement efforts to advance sustainable growth , raise living standards and employment;


### 2. warns that the future of the wto is at risk if not all members commit to a successful outcome of mc12; believes that mc12 should be the official starting point of a reflection process on the sense of purpose of the wto and on the way in which it can play a role in addressing challenges of the 21st century; in this regard urges all members to step up efforts to focus on a few core tangible outcomes that show the wto can address current challenges; asks members to find , as a minimum , a multilateral agreement on sustainable fishing as well as on pandemic response and transparency in agriculture while also agreeing to start a reform process; alerts all members that without substantial outcomes at mc12 some members might look for alternative forums for rule-making that might jeopardize the future of the multilateral trading system; ### 2. warns that the future of the wto is at risk if not all members commit to a successful outcome of mc12; believes that mc12 should be the official starting point of a reflection process on the sense of purpose of the wto and on the way in which it can play a role in addressing challenges of the 21st century; in this regard urges all members to step up efforts to focus on a few core tangible outcomes that show the wto can address current challenges; asks members to find , as a minimum , a multilateral agreement on disciplining unsustainable fisheries subsidies as well as on pandemic response and transparency in agriculture while also agreeing to start a reform process; alerts all members that without substantial outcomes at mc12 some members might look for alternative forums for rule-making that might jeopardize the future of the multilateral trading system;


### 3. stresses the crucial importance of reaching an agreement on the fisheries subsidies by making any subsidies on illegal , unreported and unregulated fishing (iuu) illegal without exceptions , in order to ensure a sustainable use of marine resources on which more than 3 billion people depend for their livelihood; considers this to be essential not only for the credibility of the wto but also as a prerequisite for showing the strong link between the multilateral trading system and the sdgs; ### 3. stresses the crucial importance of reaching an agreement on fisheries subsidies by prohibiting certain forms of fisheries subsidies which contribute to overcapacity and overfishing , eliminating subsidies that contribute to illegal , unreported and unregulated fishing (iuu) , in order to ensure a sustainable use of marine resources on which more than 3 billion people depend for their livelihood; considers this to be essential not only for the credibility of the wto but also as a prerequisite for showing the strong link between the multilateral trading system and the sdgs;


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


### 5. calls on all wto members to respect their commitments on transparency on agricultural subsidies; stresses the importance of adopting a work plan to tackle domestic support including a permanent solution on public stock holding with a mandatory system of notifications to ensure stockholding programmes are proportionate to the objective of food security and do not distort trade; stresses that the agreement on agriculture must be adapted to meet the challenges of the present day; ### 5. calls on all wto members to respect their commitments on transparency across all agricultural pillars; stresses the importance of adopting a work plan to tackle trade distorting domestic support including a permanent solution on public stock holding with a mandatory system of notifications to ensure stockholding programmes are proportionate to the objective of food security and do not distort trade; stresses that the agreement on agriculture must be adapted to meet the challenges of the present day;


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


### 1. welcomes the adoption of the new proposal of the commission and the high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy for an eu-us agenda for global change in december 2020 as a blueprint for a renewed transatlantic partnership; ### 1. welcomes the adoption of the new proposal of the commission and the high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy for an eu-us agenda for global change in december 2020 as a blueprint for a strengthened transatlantic partnership; stresses that strategic autonomy cannot be pursued without a qualitative improvement in the implementation of eu foreign policy priorities and principles as well as an ambitious partnership and cooperation with the union's closest allies;


### — having regard to its resolution of 12 september 2018 on the state of eu-us relations1 , ### — having regard to its previous resolutions on transatlantic relations , in particular its resolution of 26 march 2009 on the state of transatlantic relations in the aftermath of the us elections1a , its resolution of 14 may 2013 on the role of the eu in promoting a broader transatlantic partnership1b and its resolution of 12 september 2018 on the state of eu-us relations1c ,


### a. whereas the us remains the eu’s closest strategic partner; ### a. whereas the us remains the eu’s closest strategic partner; whereas this partnership is based on strong political , cultural , economic and historic links and shared values such as freedom , democracy , human rights and the rule of law;


### b. whereas the eu and the us share a fundamental interest in shaping the international environment; ### b. whereas the eu and the us share common values based on liberal democracy , rule of law and the rules-based order , and share a fundamental interest in shaping the international environment;


### b. whereas the eu and the us share a fundamental interest in shaping the international environment; ### b. whereas the eu and the us share common values and a fundamental interest in shaping the international environment;


### c. whereas the election of joe biden as president of the united states and kamala harris as vice-president has created new opportunities to reset the transatlantic relationship; ### c. whereas the election of joe biden as president of the united states and kamala harris as vice-president has created new opportunities to reset the transatlantic relationship; whereas cooperation with the unites states is a permanent objective of the eu irrespective of the administration in office;


### c. whereas the election of joe biden as president of the united states and kamala harris as vice-president has created new opportunities to reset the transatlantic relationship; ### c. whereas the election of joe biden as president of the united states and kamala harris as vice-president has created new opportunities to reset the transatlantic partnership and to restart work and innovation on all levels of our long-established cooperation;


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


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


### d. whereas the biden administration has declared its intention to re-establish close relations with the eu and other democratic allies; ### d. whereas the biden administration has declared its intention to strengthen relations with the eu and other democratic allies;


### e. whereas the biden administration has reversed some of the most damaging unilateral actions of the trump administration; ### e. whereas there is a strong bipartisan support in the united states to work with democratic allies to increase the resilience of the transatlantic community against hybrid threats from authoritarian regimes;


### f. whereas constructive dialogue is needed to address the transatlantic divergences; ### f. whereas constructive dialogue is needed to address the transatlantic divergences having in mind that deeper coordination and a focus on our shared values and vision will facilitate in overcoming these superficial differences that negatively impact our common agenda;


### f. whereas constructive dialogue is needed to address the transatlantic divergences; ### f. whereas constant and constructive dialogue is needed to address the transatlantic divergences;


### f. whereas constructive dialogue is needed to address the transatlantic divergences; ### f. whereas constructive dialogue is needed to build a strong and ambitious transatlantic agenda;


### f. whereas constructive dialogue is needed to address the transatlantic divergences; ### f. whereas constructive dialogue is needed to address areas of transatlantic divergence;


### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest , the eu should also foster its strategic autonomy in defence and economic relations; ### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest , the eu must also take greater responsibility for addressing key global and regional challenges , especially in the economic sphere , and contribute to the defence of the transatlantic area;


### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest , the eu should also foster its strategic autonomy in defence and economic relations; ### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest , the eu should foster its strategic autonomy in defence and economic relations in close cooperation with the united states and other partners;


### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest , the eu should also foster its strategic autonomy in defence and economic relations; ### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest , the eu should also foster open strategic autonomy in foreign , defence and economic relations;


### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest , the eu should also foster its strategic autonomy in defence and economic relations; ### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in all areas of shared interest , the eu should also foster its strategic autonomy in defence and economic relations;


### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest , the eu should also foster its strategic autonomy in defence and economic relations; ### g. whereas , while pursuing transatlantic cooperation in areas of shared interest , the eu should also foster its strategic sovereignty in defence and economic relations;


### i. whereas both the eu and the us share a number of new common challenges such as the socio-economic impact of the pandemic , the promotion of global health , the climate emergency , the fight against global criminal networks , and the digital and green transformation as a means of sustainable modernisation; ### i. whereas both the eu and the us share common challenges such as the socio-economic impact of the pandemic , the promotion of global health , climate change , the fight against global criminal networks , the digital and green transformation as a means of sustainable modernisation , the advance of technology , such as artificial intelligence and cybersecurity , tax avoidance , and broader challenges arising from the digitalisation of the economy;


### i. whereas both the eu and the us share a number of new common challenges such as the socio-economic impact of the pandemic , the promotion of global health , the climate emergency , the fight against global criminal networks , and the digital and green transformation as a means of sustainable modernisation; ### i. whereas both the eu and the us share a number of new common challenges such as the malign influence of authoritarian regimes , undermining multilateral institutions , the socio-economic impact of the pandemic , the promotion of global health , the environmental emergency , the fight against global criminal networks , and the digital and green transformation as a means of sustainable modernisation;


### i. whereas both the eu and the us share a number of new common challenges such as the socio-economic impact of the pandemic , the promotion of global health , the climate emergency , the fight against global criminal networks , and the digital and green transformation as a means of sustainable modernisation; ### i. whereas both the eu and the us share a number of new common challenges such as the socio-economic impact of the pandemic , the promotion of global health , climate change , the fight against global criminal networks and terrorism , and the digital and green transformation as a means of sustainable modernisation;


### i. whereas both the eu and the us share a number of new common challenges such as the socio-economic impact of the pandemic , the promotion of global health , the climate emergency , the fight against global criminal networks , and the digital and green transformation as a means of sustainable modernisation; ### i. whereas both the eu and the us share a number of new common challenges such as the socio-economic impact of the pandemic , the promotion of global health , the climate emergency , the fight against global criminal networks , and the digital and green transformations as a means of sustainable modernisation;


### 2. calls on the council , the commission and the vice-president of the commission / high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy (vp/hr) to reassert the continued relevance of the strategic transatlantic relationship for the rebuilding and reinvigorating of the multilateral rules-based international order , the global strengthening of democratic values , and the promotion of human rights , sustainable development and inclusive growth; ### 2. calls on the council , the commission and the vice-president of the commission / high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy (vp/hr) to reassert the continued relevance of the strategic transatlantic relationship for the rebuilding and reinvigorating of the multilateral rules-based international order , the global strengthening of democratic values , and the promotion of human rights , and addressing the malign influence of authoritarian regimes who seek to undermine our common investment in supporting freedom , democracy and sustainable economic growth worldwide;


### 2. calls on the council , the commission and the vice-president of the commission / high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy (vp/hr) to reassert the continued relevance of the strategic transatlantic relationship for the rebuilding and reinvigorating of the multilateral rules-based international order , the global strengthening of democratic values , and the promotion of human rights , sustainable development and inclusive growth; ### 2. calls on the council , the commission and the vice-president of the commission/high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy (vp/hr) to reassert the continued relevance of the strategic transatlantic relationship for the rebuilding and reinvigoration of the multilateral rules-based international order , the global strengthening of democratic values , the promotion of human rights , the promotion of sustainable economic development , and inclusive economic growth;


### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , by putting the fight against inequalities at its centre; ### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda to address attempts by malign authoritarian regimes to weaken and change international norms and weaken democratic governance around the world; calls for further cooperation in areas such as the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts , and work towards creating conditions for more sustainable economic development;


### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , by putting the fight against inequalities at its centre; ### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , ensuring a level playing field globally and protecting the common democratic values at the centre of both the european and american ways of life;


### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , by putting the fight against inequalities at its centre; ### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that pursues common interests and leverages collective strength and privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , by putting the fight against inequalities at its centre;


### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , by putting the fight against inequalities at its centre; ### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , by putting economic growth , job creation and the fight against inequalities at its centre;


### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , by putting the fight against inequalities at its centre; ### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , by placing the unwavering support for international law and the fight against inequalities at its centre;


### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that privileges multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful resolution of conflicts and reform of economic governance , by putting the fight against inequalities at its centre; ### 3. calls for a new transatlantic agenda that promotes multilateral cooperation for a healthier world , the fight against climate change , promotion of peaceful and sustainable resolution of conflicts , and reform of global economic governance structures;


### 4. underlines the need to establish stronger structures for legislative cooperation and an inclusive transatlantic dialogue based on both legislative branches , such as a transatlantic legislators assembly; encourages the us congress to enhance the transatlantic legislators’ dialogue by authorising it as a united states-european union interparliamentary group; ### 4. underlines the need to establish stronger structures for legislative cooperation and an inclusive transatlantic dialogue based on both legislative branches , such as a transatlantic legislators assembly; notes that raising the awareness of structures such as the transatlantic legislators’ dialogue , as well as more regular meetings and visits of the ep foreign affairs committee with their us counterparts , for example in fixed annual visits of the respective committees , would restore confidence and the durability and efficiency of transatlantic cooperation; encourages the us congress to enhance the transatlantic legislators’ dialogue by authorising it as a united states-european union interparliamentary group;


### 4. underlines the need to establish stronger structures for legislative cooperation and an inclusive transatlantic dialogue based on both legislative branches , such as a transatlantic legislators assembly; encourages the us congress to enhance the transatlantic legislators’ dialogue by authorising it as a united states-european union interparliamentary group; ### 4. underlines the need to deepen legislative cooperation and transatlantic dialogue between both legislative branches; encourages the us congress to enhance the transatlantic legislators’ dialogue by authorising it as a united states-european union interparliamentary group;


### 4. underlines the need to establish stronger structures for legislative cooperation and an inclusive transatlantic dialogue based on both legislative branches , such as a transatlantic legislators assembly; encourages the us congress to enhance the transatlantic legislators’ dialogue by authorising it as a united states-european union interparliamentary group; ### 4. underlines the need to establish stronger structures for legislative cooperation and an inclusive transatlantic dialogue based on both legislative branches of the us congress , such as a transatlantic legislators’ assembly; urges the us congress to enhance the transatlantic legislators’ dialogue by authorising it as a united states-european union interparliamentary group;


### 5. calls for strengthened interparliamentary cooperation between members of the european parliament and members of congress in different thematic areas that could enable the exchange of best practices on global , but also on shared , domestic challenges , such as addressing economic and social inequality , protection of human rights and democratic standards , universal health coverage , legislative convergence on ai , responsibility of online platforms and a just transition towards climate neutrality; ### 5. calls for strengthened interparliamentary cooperation between members of the european parliament and members of congress in different thematic areas that could enable the exchange of best practices on global , but also on shared domestic challenges , such as addressing economic and social inequality , protection of human rights and democratic standards , universal health coverage , legislative convergence on ai , the responsibility and accountability of online platforms , the fight against climate change , protecting a free and independent media landscape , and protecting our democratic elections from foreign interference; calls , in this regard , for the european parliament and the us congress to develop mechanisms for closer legislative cooperation , such as a dedicated bi-annual legislative caucus involving all the relevant committees dealing with matters of concern for eu-us relations , whose purpose would be to coordinate legislative efforts; reaffirms the importance of the transatlantic legislators’ dialogue’s steering committee in ensuring coordination of all activities relating to transatlantic cooperation on legislative efforts in the european parliament , with a view to strengthening parliamentary oversight;


### 5. calls for strengthened interparliamentary cooperation between members of the european parliament and members of congress in different thematic areas that could enable the exchange of best practices on global , but also on shared , domestic challenges , such as addressing economic and social inequality , protection of human rights and democratic standards , universal health coverage , legislative convergence on ai , responsibility of online platforms and a just transition towards climate neutrality; ### 5. calls for strengthened interparliamentary cooperation between members of the european parliament and members of congress in different thematic areas that could enable the exchange of best practices on global , as well as common domestic challenges , such as protection of human rights and democratic standards , in the face of growing anti-democratic threats both internal and external; addressing economic and social inequality , including critically with regard to access to health care; legislative convergence on ai and other cutting-edge technologies; ensuring a just transition towards climate neutrality; and providing the needed oversight to make sure the policies of online platforms are in line with core democratic values.


### 5. calls for strengthened interparliamentary cooperation between members of the european parliament and members of congress in different thematic areas that could enable the exchange of best practices on global , but also on shared , domestic challenges , such as addressing economic and social inequality , protection of human rights and democratic standards , universal health coverage , legislative convergence on ai , responsibility of online platforms and a just transition towards climate neutrality; ### 5. calls for strengthened interparliamentary cooperation between members of the european parliament and members of congress , as well as the members of the various state legislatures of the respective 50 us federal states , in different thematic areas that could enable the exchange of best practices on global , but also on shared , domestic challenges , such as addressing economic and social inequality , protection of human rights and democratic standards , security and defence challenges , universal health coverage , legislative convergence on ai and other technology linked policies , responsibility of online platforms and a just transition towards climate neutrality;


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


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


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


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


### 6. emphasises the importance of visa reciprocity between the eu and the us and encourages both sides to find a mutually acceptable solution that would enable a visa-free regime for all eu citizens; ### 6. emphasises the importance of visa reciprocity between the eu and the us and encourages both sides to find a mutually acceptable solution through active diplomatic engagement that would enable a visa-free regime for all eu citizens; welcomes the inclusion of poland in the us visa waiver program and the confirmation that also croatia meets all the requirements to be included in the program; calls on the us to speed up the process of the accession of bulgaria , cyprus and romania to the visa waiver program;


### 6. emphasises the importance of visa reciprocity between the eu and the us and encourages both sides to find a mutually acceptable solution that would enable a visa-free regime for all eu citizens; ### 6. emphasises the importance of visa reciprocity between the eu and the us and encourages both sides to find a mutually acceptable solution that would enable a visa-free regime for all eu citizens , so as to end the current discrimination affecting bulgarian , croatian , cypriot and romanian citizens , who are still required to obtain a visa to enter the us;


### 6. emphasises the importance of visa reciprocity between the eu and the us and encourages both sides to find a mutually acceptable solution that would enable a visa-free regime for all eu citizens; ### 6. emphasises the importance of visa reciprocity between the eu and the us and encourages both sides to find a mutually acceptable solution that would enable a visa-free regime for all eu citizens; underlines the importance of enhancing people-to-people contacts in science , research and education;


### 6. emphasises the importance of visa reciprocity between the eu and the us and encourages both sides to find a mutually acceptable solution that would enable a visa-free regime for all eu citizens; ### 6. emphasises the importance of visa reciprocity between the eu and the us and encourages both sides to find a mutually acceptable solution that would enable a visa-free regime for citizens of all eu member states;


### 7. emphasises that the announced return of the us to multilateralism provides an opportunity to re-engage with the us in repairing and rebuilding the transatlantic relationship and strengthening together the global rules-based order in the spirit of our shared democratic values; ### 7. emphasises that the announced return of the us to multilateralism provides an opportunity to re-engage with the us in repairing and rebuilding the transatlantic relationship , including in areas such as multilateralism and human rights , and strengthening together the global rules-based order in the spirit of our shared democratic values; underlines the importance of close cooperation with the us and other like-minded states for the modernisation of multilateral organisations in order to make them fit for purpose and improve the promotion of global peace and security , fundamental rights , universal values and international law;


### 7. emphasises that the announced return of the us to multilateralism provides an opportunity to re-engage with the us in repairing and rebuilding the transatlantic relationship and strengthening together the global rules-based order in the spirit of our shared democratic values; ### 7. emphasises that the return of the us to multilateralism provides an opportunity to re-engage with the us in repairing and rebuilding the transatlantic relationship , and strengthening together the global rules-based order in the spirit of our shared liberal democratic values;


### 7. emphasises that the announced return of the us to multilateralism provides an opportunity to re-engage with the us in repairing and rebuilding the transatlantic relationship and strengthening together the global rules-based order in the spirit of our shared democratic values; ### 7. welcomes that the announced emphasis of the new us administration to strengthen multilateralism provides an opportunity to re-engage with the us in strengthening together the global rules-based order in the spirit of our shared democratic values;


### 7. emphasises that the announced return of the us to multilateralism provides an opportunity to re-engage with the us in repairing and rebuilding the transatlantic relationship and strengthening together the global rules-based order in the spirit of our shared democratic values; ### 7. emphasises that the announced return of the us to multilateralism provides an opportunity to re-engage with the us in rebuilding the transatlantic relationship and strengthening together the global rules-based order in the spirit of our shared democratic values;


### 8. urges the stepping up of joint eu-us efforts on climate change , green technology , carbon adjustment , sustainable finance and biodiversity; ### 8. urges the eu and the us to move forward concrete proposals to address climate change , promote the operationalisation of green technology , discuss plans on a carbon border adjustment mechanism , sustainable finance , and biodiversity;


### 8. urges the stepping up of joint eu-us efforts on climate change , green technology , carbon adjustment , sustainable finance and biodiversity; ### 8. welcomes the return of the us to the paris agreement; urges the stepping up of joint eu-us efforts on climate change , green technology , carbon adjustment , sustainable finance and biodiversity;


### 8. urges the stepping up of joint eu-us efforts on climate change , green technology , carbon adjustment , sustainable finance and biodiversity; ### 8. welcomes the return of the us to the paris agreement and urges the stepping up of joint eu-us efforts on climate change , green technology , carbon adjustment , sustainable finance and biodiversity;


### 8. urges the stepping up of joint eu-us efforts on climate change , green technology , carbon adjustment , sustainable finance and biodiversity; ### 8. urges the stepping up of joint eu-us efforts on climate change , green technology , carbon adjustment , taxation of technology companies , sustainable finance and biodiversity;


### 9. calls for transatlantic leadership on health diplomacy , notably the reform of the world health organization and equitable global distribution of the covid-19 vaccines , tests and treatments , in particular in lower-income countries , while safeguarding the vaccines as a global public good; insists on fostering cooperation to establish better procedures for preparing for future pandemics , including through complementary supply chains; ### 9. calls for transatlantic leadership on health diplomacy , notably the reform of the world health organization and equitable global distribution of the covid-19 vaccines , tests and treatments , in particular in lower-income countries; insists on fostering cooperation to establish better procedures for preparing for future pandemics , including through complementary supply chains; calls for an impartial independent investigation into the source and spread of the covid-19 pandemic , as well its handling by the who at its onset;


### 9. calls for transatlantic leadership on health diplomacy , notably the reform of the world health organization and equitable global distribution of the covid-19 vaccines , tests and treatments , in particular in lower-income countries , while safeguarding the vaccines as a global public good; insists on fostering cooperation to establish better procedures for preparing for future pandemics , including through complementary supply chains; ### 9. calls for transatlantic leadership on health diplomacy to coordinate the approach to stop covid-19 at global scale , as well as possible future health crisis , and to strengthen global health security , notably the reform of the world health organization and equitable global distribution of the covid-19 vaccines , tests and treatments , in particular in lower-income countries; insists on fostering cooperation to establish better procedures for preparing for future pandemics , including through complementary supply chains;


### 9. calls for transatlantic leadership on health diplomacy , notably the reform of the world health organization and equitable global distribution of the covid-19 vaccines , tests and treatments , in particular in lower-income countries , while safeguarding the vaccines as a global public good; insists on fostering cooperation to establish better procedures for preparing for future pandemics , including through complementary supply chains; ### 9. calls for transatlantic leadership on reform of the world health organization and an equitable global distribution of the covid-19 vaccines , tests and treatments , in particular in lower-income countries , while safeguarding the vaccines as a global public good; insists on fostering cooperation to establish better procedures for preparing for future pandemics and other global health crises , including through complementary supply chains;


### 10. calls for coordinated efforts to achieve ambitious commitments at the un summits on climate change and biodiversity in 2021; ### 10. calls for coordinated efforts to achieve ambitious commitments at the un summits on climate change and biodiversity in 2021; calls for the eu and us to play a leading role within the united nations framework on climate change and in other fora such as the international civil aviation organization and the international maritime organization; emphasizes in this regard that cooperation in clean energy and research , development and innovation , as well as trade partnership in low-carbon technologies and products is crucial;


### 10. calls for coordinated efforts to achieve ambitious commitments at the un summits on climate change and biodiversity in 2021; ### 10. calls for coordinated efforts to achieve ambitious commitments at the un summits on climate change and biodiversity in 2021; stresses , however , that over the past three decades china has tripled its carbon emissions and its now emitting 27% of the world's greenhouse gases , making eu and us efforts to address greenhouse gas emissions largely insufficient without clear commitment and implementation by china;


### 11. finds it necessary to work together with the us on strengthening the multilateral trading system and reforming the world trade organization; ### 11. finds it necessary to work together with the us on strengthening the multilateral trading system and reforming the world trade organization; calls on the eu and the us to work together to ensure china's compliance with wto rules , whose industrial policy is incompatible with wto norms or transparency , and to stand firmly with those democratic countries against whom china used tariffs and other means as a weapon of coercion;


### 11. finds it necessary to work together with the us on strengthening the multilateral trading system and reforming the world trade organization; ### 11. finds it necessary to work together with the us on strengthening the multilateral trading system and reforming the world trade organization; encourages the biden administration to resolve the ongoing blockade of the appellate body at the wto; welcomes the agreement on tariffs in the boeing-airbus dispute


### 11. finds it necessary to work together with the us on strengthening the multilateral trading system and reforming the world trade organization; ### 11. recommits to working together , building on positive momentum , with the us on strengthening the multilateral trading system and reforming the world trade organization;


### 11. finds it necessary to work together with the us on strengthening the multilateral trading system and reforming the world trade organization; ### 11. stresses the need to work together with the us on strengthening the multilateral trading system and reforming the world trade organization;


### 12. believes that the eu should reaffirm together with the us the centrality of the sustainable development goals , or the 2030 agenda for sustainable development , as a framework for effective multilateral cooperation , involving also china; ### 12. believes that the eu should reaffirm together with the us the importance of the multilateral system and its institutions , and to strengthen their resilience in the face of malign influence of china and other authoritarian regimes;


### 13. calls for enhanced coordination on the use of the human-rights sanctions mechanisms; ### 13. calls for enhanced coordination on the use of the human-rights sanctions mechanisms; points out , however , that the extraterritorial application of sanctions mechanisms is contrary to international law;


### 13. calls for enhanced coordination on the use of the human-rights sanctions mechanisms; ### 13. calls for enhanced coordination on the use of the human-rights sanctions mechanisms , and urges the council to adopt a corruption component as part of the eu's global human rights sanctions regime;


### 13. calls for enhanced coordination on the use of the human-rights sanctions mechanisms; ### 13. calls for enhanced coordination on the use of the human-rights sanctions mechanisms and other restrictive measures;


### 14. welcomes the biden administration’s announced commitment to re-engage with the un human rights council , signalling the us’s renewed intention to promote human rights globally; ### 14. welcomes the biden administration’s announced commitment to re-engage with the un human rights council , signalling the us’s renewed intention to promote human rights globally; strongly agrees with secretary of state antony blinken that the council is “flawed and needs reform ,” pledges to work with the u.s. and other democratic allies to end the disproportionate focus on israel and , in this context , abolish agenda item 7;


### 14. welcomes the biden administration’s announced commitment to re-engage with the un human rights council , signalling the us’s renewed intention to promote human rights globally; ### 14. welcomes the biden administration’s announced commitment to re-engage with the un human rights council; welcomes the creation of the eu’s global human rights sanctions regime and urges the eu and the us to coordinate sanctions policy where useful and needed;


### 14. welcomes the biden administration’s announced commitment to re-engage with the un human rights council , signalling the us’s renewed intention to promote human rights globally; ### 14. welcomes the biden administration’s announced commitment to re-engage with the un human rights council , and calls on the eu and the us together with like-minded allies to reform the hrc and in particular set clear criteria for its membership;


### 14. welcomes the biden administration’s announced commitment to re-engage with the un human rights council , signalling the us’s renewed intention to promote human rights globally; ### 14. welcomes the biden administration’s announced commitment to re-engage with the un human rights council and calls for enhanced eu-us coordination on the use of human-rights sanctions mechanisms;


### 15. encourages the us to join the rome statute establishing the international criminal court; ### 15. encourages the us to continue taking steps to join the rome statute establishing the international criminal court;


### 15. encourages the us to join the rome statute establishing the international criminal court; ### 15. urges the us to join the rome statute establishing the international criminal court;


### 16. encourages the us to move towards the abolition of the death penalty , the reform of the criminal justice system , including through addressing systemic racism , and the end of all discrimination against lgbtqi persons; urges dialogue and exchange of best practices between the eu and us on promoting racial and gender equality; ### 16. reiterates its appeal to the us to move towards the abolition of the death penalty; urges dialogue and exchange of best practices between the eu and us on promoting racial and gender equality in order to modernise our justice systems to ensure justice and freedom to all as enshrined in our constitutions; underlines that the eu and the us should have the ambition to lead by example and demonstrate values-based leadership in all matters related to achieving historical justice and overcoming every type of discrimination;


### 16. encourages the us to move towards the abolition of the death penalty , the reform of the criminal justice system , including through addressing systemic racism , and the end of all discrimination against lgbtqi persons; urges dialogue and exchange of best practices between the eu and us on promoting racial and gender equality; ### 16. encourages the us to move towards the abolition of the death penalty , the reform of the criminal justice system , including through addressing systemic racism , and the end of all discrimination against lgbtqi persons; urges dialogue and exchange of best practices between the eu and us on promoting racial and gender equality; calls on the eu and the member states to strengthen their cooperation with the eu in promoting the freedom of religion or belief across the world;


### 16. encourages the us to move towards the abolition of the death penalty , the reform of the criminal justice system , including through addressing systemic racism , and the end of all discrimination against lgbtqi persons; urges dialogue and exchange of best practices between the eu and us on promoting racial and gender equality; ### 16. encourages the us to move towards the abolition of the death penalty; urges dialogue and exchange of best practices between the eu and us on promoting racial and gender equality;


### 16. encourages the us to move towards the abolition of the death penalty , the reform of the criminal justice system , including through addressing systemic racism , and the end of all discrimination against lgbtqi persons; urges dialogue and exchange of best practices between the eu and us on promoting racial and gender equality; ### 16. encourages the us to move towards the abolition of the death penalty , the reform of the criminal justice system , including through addressing racism , and the end of all discrimination; urges dialogue and exchange of best practices between the eu and us on promoting equality;


### 17. supports a rebalancing of the responsibilities in the transatlantic security relationship by fostering greater self-reliance for eu member states in matters of defence as a way to lessen the burden on the us; ### 17. emphasizes the crucial role of the transatlantic partnership for the functioning of nato as a key pillar of european security; stresses that an enhanced european common security and defence policy benefits the transatlantic security cooperation; expresses its full commitment to the european defence initiatives , notably such as among others the edf , pesco , and the epf; underlines that the transatlantic partnership can only be successful if all member states fulfil their commitments , including defence investment pledges and engage in mutual support; supports a rebalancing of the responsibilities in the transatlantic security relationship by fostering greater self-reliance for eu member states in matters of defence as a way to better share the burden and responsibilities of our alliance; points to the ongoing drafting process of the eu strategic compass , which will be a milestone for a stronger european defence and security cooperation , and underlines that the strategic compass should be closely linked with the likely upcoming revision of nato’s strategic concept , and expresses its conviction that these parallel processes offer a unique opportunity to significantly advance and update the transatlantic political and security partnership and make it fit to address the current global challenges that both the eu and the us are faced with; stresses that the ambition of european strategic sovereignty by no means undermines nato but is complementary to it; calls on the governments of the us and eu member states to use the upcoming nato summit on 14 june as an opportunity to take further steps to advance eu-nato cooperation; calls for the conclusion of an administrative arrangement between the european defence agency and the united states;


### 17. supports a rebalancing of the responsibilities in the transatlantic security relationship by fostering greater self-reliance for eu member states in matters of defence as a way to lessen the burden on the us; ### 17. supports a rebalancing of the responsibilities in the transatlantic security relationship by fostering greater self-reliance for eu member states in matters of defence as a way to lessen the burden on the us; considers , in this respect , that the atlantic relationship should be strengthened through nato , with a view to tackling the common challenges of security , the fight against terrorism , and the promotion of democracy and human rights around the world;


### 17. supports a rebalancing of the responsibilities in the transatlantic security relationship by fostering greater self-reliance for eu member states in matters of defence as a way to lessen the burden on the us; ### 17. stresses the importance and the primary role of nato as a guarantor of security across the transatlantic space , and notes the enduring role of us army europe in protecting peace and security in europe; notes , however , the necessity for european countries to uphold their defence commitments , and to take on greater responsibilities in the transatlantic security relationship in matters of defence as a way to lessen the burden on the us;


### 17. supports a rebalancing of the responsibilities in the transatlantic security relationship by fostering greater self-reliance for eu member states in matters of defence as a way to lessen the burden on the us; ### 17. supports a rebalancing of the responsibilities in the transatlantic security relationship by fostering greater self-reliance for eu member states in matters of defence as a way to lessen the burden on the us; stresses the essential part that nato plays within this security framework end emphasises the importance of deepening this relationship;


### 17. supports a rebalancing of the responsibilities in the transatlantic security relationship by fostering greater self-reliance for eu member states in matters of defence as a way to lessen the burden on the us; ### 17. supports fairer burden-sharing responsibilities in the transatlantic security relationship by fostering greater self-reliance for eu member states and for the eu as a whole , as a complement to nato;


### 18. considers it necessary to foster cooperation not only on traditional security threats , but also on new ones such as hostile foreign technological dominance , hybrid threats , disinformation and cybersecurity; ### deleted


### 18. considers it necessary to foster cooperation not only on traditional security threats , but also on new ones such as hostile foreign technological dominance , hybrid threats , disinformation and cybersecurity; ### 18. urges the eu and the us to foster close cooperation not only on traditional security threats , but also on emerging ones , such as hostile foreign technological dominance , hybrid threats , disinformation campaigns and interference in electoral processes; urges the eu and the us to develop close cooperation in the field of cybersecurity; urges the eu to develop offensive cyber capabilities to bolster the its abilities to defend itself against cyber threats; welcomes the commission’s new cybersecurity strategy as a basis for the setting of international norms and standards in cyberspace;


### 18. considers it necessary to foster cooperation not only on traditional security threats , but also on new ones such as hostile foreign technological dominance , hybrid threats , disinformation and cybersecurity; ### 18. considers it necessary to foster cooperation not only on traditional security threats , but also on new ones such as hostile foreign technological dominance , hybrid threats , disinformation , cybersecurity and increasing geopolitication of cyber space; emphasises that both the eu and us should further strengthen their cooperation to prevent , deter and respond to hybrid and cyber attacks; calls for stronger coordination between eu agencies , such as the european union agency for cybersecurity (enisa) , with their american counterparts;


### 18. considers it necessary to foster cooperation not only on traditional security threats , but also on new ones such as hostile foreign technological dominance , hybrid threats , disinformation and cybersecurity; ### 18. considers it necessary to foster cooperation not only on traditional security threats , but also on new ones such as hostile foreign technological dominance , hybrid threats , external interference in democratic processes , disinformation and cybersecurity;


### 18. considers it necessary to foster cooperation not only on traditional security threats , but also on new ones such as hostile foreign technological dominance , hybrid threats , disinformation and cybersecurity; ### 18. considers it necessary to strengthen cooperation not only on traditional security threats , but also on new ones such as hostile foreign technological dominance , hybrid threats , disinformation and cybersecurity;


### 19. supports the creation of the eu-us security and defence dialogue and calls on the vp/hr to launch it as soon as possible; ### 19. supports the creation of the eu-us security and defence dialogue and calls on the vp/hr to launch it as soon as possible; underlines that such a dialogue should include cooperation on security and defence initiatives , crisis management , military operations and bilateral security matters , as noted in the eu-us agenda for global change; highlights that information-sharing would form an important part of such a dialogue;