### 4. calls on the commission to identify and abolish barriers that prevent or restrict market access for circular products from outside the eu and to investigate the possibilities and benefits of reducing tariffs on certain products in order to encourage the development of the circular economy; ### 4. calls on the commission to identify and abolish barriers that prevent or restrict market access for circular products from outside the eu , adapting the carbon footprint of products and ensuring their safety and traceability; calls on the commission to investigate the possibilities and benefits of reducing tariffs on certain products in order to encourage the development of the circular economy;


### 4. calls on the commission to identify and abolish barriers that prevent or restrict market access for circular products from outside the eu and to investigate the possibilities and benefits of reducing tariffs on certain products in order to encourage the development of the circular economy; ### 4. calls on the commission to identify and abolish barriers to green growth and eco-innovation and those that prevent or restrict market access for circular products from outside the eu and to investigate the possibilities and benefits of reducing tariffs on certain products in order to encourage the development of the circular economy;


### 4. insists that the union should adopt binding legislation on sustainable alternative transport fuels and charging infrastructure; ### 4. insists that the union should adopt stricter legislation on sustainable alternative transport fuels and charging infrastructure on the basis of clear criteria via a review of directive 2014/94/eu of the european parliament and of the council of 22 october 2014 on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure , and by extending that directive to all modes of transport;


### 4. calls on the commission to propose an eu target for a reduction in the use of primary raw materials; ### 4. calls on the commission to propose a legally binding eu target for a reduction in the use of primary raw materials;


### 4. calls on the commission to propose an eu target for a reduction in the use of primary raw materials; ### 4. calls on the commission to propose an eu target for a reduction in the use of primary raw materials; calls on the commission to establish a hierarchy and a classification of materials in order to assess and record for each material the emissions avoided , the impact on biodiversity , the quantity of materials used and the recycling process , and to rate secondary raw materials more favourably than primary raw materials;


### 4. calls on the commission to propose an eu target for a reduction in the use of primary raw materials; ### 4. invites the commission to consider an eu target for a reduction in the use of fossil based primary raw materials; emphasises that such targets must take into consideration the availability , quality and price of secondary materials as well as overall demand;


### 4. calls on the commission to propose an eu target for a reduction in the use of primary raw materials; ### 4. calls on the commission to propose an eu target for a reduction in the use of primary raw materials; stresses that this objective should be related to the availability and quality of secondary raw materials for eu industry and overall demand;


### 4. calls on the commission to propose an eu target for a reduction in the use of primary raw materials; ### 4. calls on the commission to propose an eu target for a reduction in the use of primary raw materials and support the creation of a strong eu market for secondary raw materials by removing national barriers and promoting an harmonised regulatory framework;


### 4. calls on the commission to propose an eu target for a reduction in the use of primary raw materials; ### 4. calls on the commission to propose an eu target for the reduction of the use of primary raw materials in order to achieve the 2030 climate target and the related co2 reduction target;


### 4. calls for the implementation of a european protein plan advocating consumption of legumes , as crops that need no nitrogen-based fertilisers; ### 4. calls for the implementation of a european protein plan advocating consumption of legumes , as crops that need no nitrogen-based fertilisers; underlines the essential role of research and innovation (r&i) for developing new innovative solutions to reduce eu dependency of protein imports and calls the european commission to ensure adequate support through horizon europe and the common agricultural policy;


### 4. calls for the implementation of a european protein plan advocating consumption of legumes , as crops that need no nitrogen-based fertilisers; ### 4. calls for the implementation of a european plan to achieve european protein self-sufficiency , in particular advocating consumption of protein legumes and oil-cakes derived from the production of oilseed and protein crops in europe and introducing a ban on the import of products which are in breach of our health , environmental and climate standards and contribute towards deforestation;


### 5. urges the commission to ensure that ftas reflect the objectives of the circular economy by including strong , binding and enforceable sustainable development chapters; suggests that the circular economy should be addressed in a cross-cutting manner in all relevant fta chapters; ### 5. urges the commission to ensure that ftas reflect the objectives of the circular economy by including strong , binding and enforceable sustainable development chapters; suggests that the circular economy should be addressed in a cross-cutting manner in all relevant fta chapters; welcomes the inclusion of various aspects of the circular economy in existing trade agreements , through sustainable development chapters , as well as the inclusion of an explicit mention of the circular economy in future agreements currently under negotiation , thereby strengthening public diplomacy spearheaded by the eu in the context of agenda 2030;


### 5. urges the commission to ensure that ftas reflect the objectives of the circular economy by including strong , binding and enforceable sustainable development chapters; suggests that the circular economy should be addressed in a cross-cutting manner in all relevant fta chapters; ### 5. urges the commission to ensure that ftas reflect the objectives of the circular economy by including strong , binding and enforceable sustainable development chapters; suggests that the circular economy should be addressed in a cross-cutting manner in all relevant fta chapters; calls on the commission to deliver on its objective of launching a self-assessment tool for rules of origin and simplified life cycle analysis to aid risk assessment capabilities of smes so that they benefit from preferences under a given trade agreements.


### 5. urges the commission to ensure that ftas reflect the objectives of the circular economy by including strong , binding and enforceable sustainable development chapters; suggests that the circular economy should be addressed in a cross-cutting manner in all relevant fta chapters; ### 5. urges the commission to ensure that ftas reflect the objectives of the circular economy by recommending strong and enforceable impact assessment mechanisms on sustainability , following wto standards; suggests that the circular economy should be addressed in a cross-cutting manner in all relevant fta chapters;


### 5. notes that shared mobility services save resources in production; ### 5. notes that some shared mobility services save resources in production; calls on the commission to look into the impact that different services have on the use of resources; calls on the commission and the member states to promote the most sustainable shared-mobility services and initiatives via a long-term strategy , and in particular via taxation , for example by reducing vehicle registration tax for the vehicles used by such services;


### 5. highlights the opportunities to combine circular economy solutions and digitalisation; calls on the commission and the member states to develop policies to support new sustainable business models based on product-as-a-service approaches; ### 5. highlights the specific opportunities that lie in the more efficient utilization of products and services , in addition to measures that extend life-cycles and material use; calls on the commission and the member states to develop policies to support new sustainable business models based on product-as-a-service approaches providing sufficient protection for consumers and businesses and ensuring a reduction of resource consumption;


### 5. highlights the opportunities to combine circular economy solutions and digitalisation; calls on the commission and the member states to develop policies to support new sustainable business models based on product-as-a-service approaches; ### 5. highlights the opportunities to combine circular economy solutions and digitalisation , which can contribute to performance optimisation , sustainable waste reduction , increased system interoperability and longer product life; calls on the commission and the member states to develop policies to support new sustainable business models based on product-as-a-service approaches;


### 5. highlights the opportunities to combine circular economy solutions and digitalisation; calls on the commission and the member states to develop policies to support new sustainable business models based on product-as-a-service approaches; ### 5. highlights the opportunities to combine circular economy solutions and digitalisation; calls on the commission and the member states to develop policies to support new sustainable business models , including models based on product-as-a-service approaches;


### 5. sees the circular bio-economy as an opportunity for agriculture , enabling it generate renewable energy from biodegradable farm and municipal waste and its by-products: organic fertilisers; ### 5. sees the circular bio-economy as an opportunity for agriculture , enabling it generate renewable energy from biodegradable farm and municipal waste and its by-products: organic fertilisers; highlights the potential of bio-based innovation to enhance eu economic competitiveness , deliver new value chains , technologies and processes , economic activities and employment , thus revitalising regional economies local and rural areas;


### 6. encourages the commission to engage with the eu’s trading partners to further support the objectives of the circular economy; stresses that particular attention must be given to how less developed partner countries can benefit from the circular economy; calls for an assessment of the impact of increased intra-eu recycling rates on countries strongly relying on waste imports. ### 6. encourages the commission to engage with the eu’s trading partners to further support the objectives of the circular economy; to keep track of how less developed partner countries can benefit from circular economy , and make use of the already existing instruments , like aid for trade and gsp+; calls for an assessment of the impact of increased intra-eu recycling rates on countries strongly relying on waste imports.


### 6. notes that the environmental impacts caused by the extraction and processing of raw materials for vehicles can be reduced through material efficiency and improved recycling; ### 6. notes that the environmental impacts caused by the extraction and processing of raw materials for vehicles can be reduced through material efficiency , increasing the service life of vehicles , repairs , preparation for re-use and improved recycling;


### 6. underlines the need to create economic incentives for innovation in circular solutions and calls for support for this in the new industrial strategy for europe and the sme strategy; emphasises the specific role that smes (small and medium-sized enterprises) and start-ups are playing in the transition to a circular economy; ### 6. underlines the need to create economic incentives for innovation in circular solutions , materials , which foster substitution with safer and circular alternatives , and dematerialized business models including through business models that favour access over ownership and that can clearly demonstrate their greenhouse gas emission and resource savings potential , such as product-as-service; and calls for support for this in the new industrial strategy for europe and the sme strategy; emphasises the specific role that smes (small and medium-sized enterprises) and start-ups are playing in the transition to a circular economy;


### 6. hopes that the circular economy will contribute to the relocation of agriculture and food production at local level by strengthening regional and local food systems; ### 6. hopes that the circular economy will contribute to the relocation of agriculture and food production at local level by strengthening regional and local food systems as a way to ensure fair prices for producers and strengthen the link between food products and their locality of origin while preserving and developing rural areas;


### 6. hopes that the circular economy will contribute to the relocation of agriculture and food production at local level by strengthening regional and local food systems; ### 6. hopes that the circular economy will contribute to the relocation of agriculture and food production at local level by strengthening regional and local food systems and will also enhance the status of the farming profession;


### a. whereas unless we reduce our use of resources , the world will be consuming resources as if there were three planets , and whereas a reduction in our overall use of natural resources and in waste is the overarching objective of the circular economy; ### a. whereas the global economy uses the equivalent of 1.5 planets’ worth of resources , and unless we reduce our resource consumption , the world will be consuming resources as if there were three planets by 2050 , and whereas a reduction in our overall use of natural resources and in waste is the overarching objective of the circular economy;


### a. whereas unless we reduce our use of resources , the world will be consuming resources as if there were three planets , and whereas a reduction in our overall use of natural resources and in waste is the overarching objective of the circular economy; ### a. whereas unless we make our use of resources more efficient , the world will be consuming resources as if there were three planets , and whereas a reduction in our overall use of natural resources and in waste is the overarching objective of the circular economy;


### b. whereas up to 80 % of the environmental impacts of products are determined during the design phase; ### b. whereas up to 80 % of the environmental impacts of products are determined during the design phase , which also includes the choice of materials and substances used in goods production;


### c. whereas according to a recent study by cambridge econometrics , the circular economy has the potential to increase the eu’s gdp by an additional 0.5 % and create around 700 000 new jobs by 2030; ### c. whereas according to recent studies , the circular economy has the potential to increase the eu’s gdp by an additional 0.5 % and create more than 700 000 new jobs by 20301a , while also improving the quality of the jobs; whereas between 2012 and 2018 the number of jobs linked to the circular economy in the eu grew by 5% to reach around 4 million;


### 7. urges the commission to introduce longer guarantee periods and a right to repair for vehicles; ### 7. urges the commission to review the existing regulatory framework for after-sales markets in order to introduce longer guarantee periods and a right to repair for vehicles;


### 7. underlines that sustainable products should become the norm in the eu market , and that a reduction in resource use , the retention of value in the economy , waste prevention , the ‘design out of waste’ and consumer benefits should guide the new sustainable product policy framework; ### 7. underlines that sustainable and toxic-free products should become the norm in the eu market , and that a reduction in resource use , chemically safe-by-design materials , the retention of value in the economy , waste prevention , the ‘design out of waste and out of toxic chemicals’ and consumer benefits should guide the new sustainable product policy framework;


### 7. underlines that sustainable products should become the norm in the eu market , and that a reduction in resource use , the retention of value in the economy , waste prevention , the ‘design out of waste’ and consumer benefits should guide the new sustainable product policy framework; ### 7. underlines that sustainable products are an integral part of the shift towards a more circular economy in the eu , and that a more efficient use of resources , the retention of value in the economy , waste prevention , the ‘design out of waste’ and consumer benefits should guide the new sustainable product policy framework;


### 7. underlines that sustainable products should become the norm in the eu market , and that a reduction in resource use , the retention of value in the economy , waste prevention , the ‘design out of waste’ and consumer benefits should guide the new sustainable product policy framework; ### 7. underlines that sustainable products should become the norm in the eu market , and that a reduction in resource use , the retention of value in the economy , waste prevention and the minimisation of its harmful properties , the ‘design out of waste’ and consumer benefits should guide the new sustainable product policy framework;


### 7. underlines that sustainable products should become the norm in the eu market , and that a reduction in resource use , the retention of value in the economy , waste prevention , the ‘design out of waste’ and consumer benefits should guide the new sustainable product policy framework; ### 7. underlines that sustainable products should become the norm in the eu market , and that a reduction in resource use and carbon footprint , the retention of value in the economy , waste prevention , the ‘design out of waste’ and consumer benefits and information should guide the new sustainable product policy framework;


### 7. underlines that sustainable products should become the norm in the eu market , and that a reduction in resource use , the retention of value in the economy , waste prevention , the ‘design out of waste’ and consumer benefits should guide the new sustainable product policy framework; ### 7. underlines that sustainable products should become the norm in the eu market , and that a reduction in resource use , the retention of value in the economy , waste prevention , the ‘design out of waste’ and consumer and human health benefits should guide the new sustainable product policy framework;


### 7. supports the commission in its efforts to better inform consumers on nutritional and ecological claims , and calls for labelling of residues present in food; ### 7. supports the commission in its efforts to better inform consumers on nutritional and ecological claims;


### 7. supports the commission in its efforts to better inform consumers on nutritional and ecological claims , and calls for labelling of residues present in food; ### 7. supports the commission in its efforts to better inform consumers on nutritional and ecological claims , and calls for voluntary labelling highlighting a product's sustainability credentials;


### 8. calls on the commission to phase out non-rechargeable batteries and to define an increasing share of recycled content in batteries; stresses the relevance of charging patterns for battery electric vehicles for the integration of the sector; ### 8. calls on the commission to phase out non-rechargeable batteries where an alternative exists , and to define an increasing share of recycled content in batteries; stresses the relevance of charging patterns for battery electric vehicles for the integration of the sector , and calls on the commission to step up the development of european standards in the area of recharging;


### 8. calls for prevention measures to be stepped up in the fight against food loss and waste; ### 8. calls for prevention measures to be stepped up in the fight against food loss and waste; calls on the commission to present a clear distinction between what is “avoidable” (waste) and what is “non-avoidable”(loss) as several factors affect agricultural production that are out of farmers’ control , such as adverse weather conditions and climate change , pests and diseases , and market disturbances;


### 8. calls for prevention measures to be stepped up in the fight against food loss and waste; ### 8. calls for prevention measures to be stepped up in the fight against food loss and waste; points out that sustainable food packaging tailored to needs prevents food from spoiling and resources being lost and thus help to reduce food waste;


### 9. calls on the commission to restrict exports of waste to third countries , as they increase the life–cycle emissions of products; ### 9. calls on the commission to restrict exports of waste to third countries , as they increase the life-cycle emissions of products , and calls for the development of capacities to combat illegal exports and fraud , in particular the disguising of waste exports as second-hand vehicles;


### 10. urges the commission to make reusable packaging and containers for transport compulsory; calls for an eu-wide take-back scheme for standard industrial packaging; ### 10. urges the commission to make reusable packaging and containers for transport compulsory , a solution which should only be used for food if it does not represent an unreasonable burden and if it contributes to food safety; calls for an eu-wide take-back scheme for standard industrial packaging;


### 10. highlights the presence of old , disused agricultural buildings which pose serious problems in terms of their removal costs (asbestos , etc.). ### 10. highlights the presence of old , disused agricultural buildings which pose serious problems in terms of their removal costs (asbestos , etc.) and the overall need for a transition to a sustainable and more circular economy in the sourcing and manufacturing of construction products and materials used in agricultural sector.


### 10. highlights the presence of old , disused agricultural buildings which pose serious problems in terms of their removal costs (asbestos , etc.). ### 10. highlights the presence of old , disused agricultural buildings which pose serious problems in terms of their removal costs;


### 11. calls on the commission to include the tourism sector in its ambitions for a circular economy; emphasises that tourism businesses should be encouraged to participate in the eu ecolabel and the eu eco-management and audit scheme (emas). ### 11. calls on the commission to include the tourism sector in its ambitions for a circular economy , by supporting local tourism in particular; emphasises that tourism businesses should be encouraged to participate in the eu ecolabel and the eu eco-management and audit scheme (emas); calls on the commission to support initiatives allowing for the carbon offsetting of tourist travel;


### — having regard to the global resources outlook 2019 by the international resource panel11 , ### — having regard to the global resources outlook 201911 , and resource efficiency and climate change11a reports by the international resource panel ,


### 1. insists that the commission urgently launches a multi-stakeholder consultation to identify key supply chain issues that directly cause or increase the risk of medicine shortages; calls on the commission to propose ambitious and concrete actions to address these issues in its planned pharmaceutical strategy; ### 1. insists that the commission urgently launches a multi-stakeholder consultation to identify key supply chain issues that directly cause or increase the risk of medicine shortages; establishes a permanent , concrete and action-oriented dialogue with the ema , national competent authorities (ncas) , member states , the pharmaceutical industry and all actors in the pharmaceutical supply chain , establishes a european and effective policy framework to prevent shortages in the long-term , by sharing information , reporting anticipated shortages , by improving the transparency of the supply chain; calls on the commission to propose ambitious and concrete actions to address these issues in its planned pharmaceutical strategy;


### — having regard to directive 2001/83/ec of the european parliament and of the council of 6 november 2001 on the community code relating to medicinal products for human use and article 81 thereof concerning an adequate and uninterrupted supply of medicinal products , ### — having regard to directive 2001/83/ec of the european parliament and of the council of 6 november 2001 on the community code relating to medicinal products for human use and article 81 thereof concerning an adequate and uninterrupted supply of medicinal products , and article 23a thereof on notifying the competent authority if a product ceases to be placed on the market on a temporary or permanent basis ,


### 19. considers it essential to improve communication with healthcare professionals and patients on medicine availability through the use of innovative digital tools providing real-time data on the availability , location , quantity and price of a given medicine , in compliance with data protection legislation; ### 19. considers it essential to improve data on medicine availability through the use of innovative digital tools providing as close as possible to real-time data on the availability , location , quantity and price of a given medicine , in compliance with data protection legislation; notes the benefits that this would bring not only to healthcare professionals and patients , but also to member states' authorities and the ema as they monitor demand , availability and shortages;


### 19. considers it essential to improve communication with healthcare professionals and patients on medicine availability through the use of innovative digital tools providing real-time data on the availability , location , quantity and price of a given medicine , in compliance with data protection legislation; ### 19. notes that doctors must have access to up-to-date information on the availability of medicines in order to be able to respond appropriately to emerging and existing shortages; stresses that early awareness of the supply problem and the early identification of potential therapeutic alternatives may mitigate the possibility of adverse reactions that endanger patient safety; considers it essential to improve communication with healthcare professionals and patients on medicine availability through the use of innovative digital tools providing real-time data on the availability , location , quantity and price of a given medicine , in compliance with data protection legislation;


### 19. considers it essential to improve communication with healthcare professionals and patients on medicine availability through the use of innovative digital tools providing real-time data on the availability , location , quantity and price of a given medicine , in compliance with data protection legislation; ### 19. considers it essential to improve an early communication with healthcare professionals and patients on medicine availability through the use of innovative digital tools providing real-time data on the availability , location , quantity and price of a given medicine , in compliance with data protection legislation; recommends the inclusion of information for healthcare professionals on available alternatives


### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; ### 6. emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; calls on the eu to work on global supply chain quality and integrity , collaborating with non-eea jurisdictions including at the wto , which should include an emphasis on the highest of labour and environmental standards in production worldwide;


### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; ### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce measures to support competitiveness and tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise , with due respect for international and eu legislation , state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification , with any public incentive having as a counterpart the transparency and traceability of investments , as well as the obligation to supply the european market;


### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; ### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce measures that would encourage producers diversify their sources of supply , in particular raw materials , and to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; all public funding being conditioned to the full transparency and traceability of investments , as well as to supply obligations on the european market and to accessible prices of medicine


### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; ### 6. invites the commission and the member states to consider incentives for the pharmaceutical industry in return for appropriate commitments to diversify their supply chains from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of promoting european competitiveness;


### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; ### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from api to medicines manufacturing; also urges the member states to put in place sustainable market policies to secure existing operations; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification;


### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; ### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; notes that all incentives should include explicit safeguards , such as information on the level of public contribution , and accessibility clauses to ensure equal access to medicines at a fair price;


### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; ### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; all public funding being conditioned to the full transparency and traceability of investments , as well as to supply obligations on the european market and to accessible prices of medicine;


### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; ### 6. urges the commission and the member states to define and propose sustainable , economic , industrial and regulatory policies to maintain and secure existing manufacturing operations , to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to maintain or locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification;


### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; ### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce incentives supporting the diversification of supply , such as tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification;


### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification; ### 6. urges the commission and the member states to introduce tax and financial incentives in return for appropriate commitments and to authorise state aid to encourage environmentally responsible producers to locate their operations in europe , from compound manufacturing to packaging and distribution; emphasises the strategic significance of this sector and the importance of investing in european companies , in the interests of resource diversification;


### a. whereas the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the growing problem of medicine shortages across the eu; whereas the ensuing disruption of the global supply chain has highlighted the eu’s dependency on third countries for medicines and active pharmaceutical ingredients; ### a. whereas the coronavirus pandemic has exacerbated the growing problem of medicine shortages across the eu; whereas the ensuing disruption of the global supply chain has highlighted the eu’s dependency on third countries for medicines , active pharmaceutical ingredients , starting materials and other components entering into medicines manufacturing; whereas the novel coronavirus pandemic revealed also shortages on medical devices , medical products and protective equipment;


### 2. calls on the commission to consider proposing requirements for the pharmaceutical industry to ensure that its supply chain is diversified and put in place a medicine shortage risk mitigation plan to manage any vulnerabilities in and risks to the supply chain; ### 2. calls on the commission to provide incentives for the pharmaceutical industry to ensure that its supply chain is diversified and sufficient at the eu level and put in place a medicine shortage risk mitigation plan for essential medicines to manage any vulnerabilities in and risks to the supply chain; a risk mitigation plan should include solutions for strategic storage of medicine to ensure supply for a reasonable period of time; highlights the importance of r&d investments for ensuring the pharmaceutical industry can respond to tomorrow’s needs;


### 3. stresses the urgent need for the eu to reduce its over-reliance on a small number of third countries for medicine manufacturing and as sources of active pharmaceutical ingredients; ### 3. stresses the urgent need for the eu to protect its strong pharmaceutical industrial basis while rethinking the security of its supply to reduce its over-reliance on a small number of third countries for medicine manufacturing and as sources of active pharmaceutical ingredients; calls on stakeholders to diversify their supply chains in order to reduce vulnerability; to this end , calls on the commission to closely examine the impact of european import dependency for , inter alia , medical equipment , artificial respiratory equipment , chemicals and raw materials from third countries , notably china and other countries where the state exercises significant influence on the market , and include in the planned pharmaceutical strategy measures to cope with any disruption in global value chains , specifically by means of increased eu coordination and strategic global partnerships;


### 4. encourages the commission to propose measures , including financial incentives , to promote green manufacturing , within the eu , of strategically important chemicals used in medicine production; urges the commission to also propose measures to incentivise the greater inclusion of eu small and medium-sized enterprises in the medicine supply chain given their key role in research and innovation and inherent ability to quickly adapt their production focus , with a view to coping better with unexpected shocks; ### 4. encourages the commission to propose measures , including financial incentives , to promote manufacturing , within the eu , of strategically important chemicals used in medicine production; urges the commission to also propose measures to incentivise the greater inclusion of eu small and medium-sized enterprises in the medicine supply chain given their key role in research and innovation and inherent ability to quickly adapt their production focus , with a view to coping better with unexpected shocks;


### 5. highlights the fact that horizon 2020 has already financed a significant number of health-related research and innovation activities; calls for more funding to be provided through horizon europe to create and support medicine-focused research ecosystems. ### 5. highlights the fact that horizon 2020 has already financed a significant number of health-related research and innovation activities; calls for more funding to be provided through horizon europe to create and support medicine-focused research ecosystems; stresses that a leading medical research ecosystem requires skills , networks and academic connections , health data infrastructure , functioning regulatory framework and intellectual property policies that foster innovation;


### 2. welcomes and acknowledges the fact that , while it remains unclear whether any compensation has been foreseen , other wto members that export beef to the eu agreed to support this agreement by accepting that the vast majority of the quota would be allocated to the us; ### 2. welcomes the fact that other wto members that export beef to the eu agreed to support this agreement by accepting that the vast majority of the quota would be allocated to the us , and acknowledges that no compensation has been provided to the other wto members for supporting the agreement;


### 3. notes that the agreement does not affect current levels of market access for beef to the eu market; ### 3. notes that the agreement does not affect current levels of market access for beef to the eu market and that it allows for the continued imposition of a ban on imports into the eu of beef from animals treated with certain growth-promoting hormones;


### 1. refuses to give its consent to to solomon islands’ accession to the agreement; ### 1. gives its consent to solomon islands’ accession to the agreement;


### the committee on development calls on the committee on international trade , as the committee responsible , to propose rejection of the council draft. ### the committee on development calls on the committee on international trade , as the committee responsible , to recommend approval of the draft council decision on the accession of solomon islands to the interim partnership agreement between the european community , of the one part , and the pacific states , of the other part.


### the committee on development calls on the committee on international trade , as the committee responsible , to propose rejection of the council draft. ### the committee on development calls on the committee on international trade , as committee responsible , to recommend approval of the draft council decision on the accession of solomon islands to the interim partnership agreement between the european community , of the one part , and the pacific states , of the other part.


### g. whereas this is the second ‘standalone investment protection agreement’ concluded between the eu and a third country following discussions by the european institutions on the new architecture of eu ftas , on the basis of the opinion of the court of justice of the european union (cjeu) 2/15 of 16 may 2017; ### g. whereas this is - after the eu-singapore investment protection agreement - the second ‘standalone investment protection agreement’ concluded between the eu and a third country following discussions by the european institutions on the new architecture of eu ftas , on the basis of the opinion of the court of justice of the european union (cjeu) 2/15 of 16 may 2017 , which will serve as reference point for future eu engagement with its trading partners;


### a. whereas vietnam is a strategic partner for the european union , and whereas the eu and vietnam share a common agenda to stimulate growth and employment , improve competitiveness , fight poverty and achieve the sustainable development goals (sdgs) , as well as a strong commitment to open trade and the multilateral trading system; ### a. whereas vietnam is a strategic partner for the european union , and whereas the eu and vietnam share a common agenda to stimulate growth and employment , improve competitiveness , fight poverty and achieve the sustainable development goals (sdgs) , as well as a strong commitment to open trade and the rule-based multilateral trading system;


### a. whereas vietnam is a strategic partner for the european union , and whereas the eu and vietnam share a common agenda to stimulate growth and employment , improve competitiveness , fight poverty and achieve the sustainable development goals (sdgs) , as well as a strong commitment to open trade and the multilateral trading system; ### a. whereas vietnam is a strategic partner for the european union , and whereas the eu and vietnam share a common agenda to stimulate growth and employment , improve competitiveness , fight poverty and achieve the sustainable development goals (sdgs) , as well as a strong commitment to open , rules-based trade and the multilateral trading system;


### — having regard to the 2019 report by the european consumers’ organisation (beuc) on ‘the role of competition policy in protecting consumers’ wellbeing in the digital era’ , ### deleted


### a. whereas competition policy must benefit the consumer while defending european businesses , in particular smes , against unfair competition outside europe; ### a. whereas competition policy must benefit the consumer while defending european businesses , in particular smes , against unfair competition and by encouraging innovation and competitiveness;


### a. whereas competition policy must benefit the consumer while defending european businesses , in particular smes , against unfair competition outside europe; ### a. whereas competition and effective enforcement of competition policy ultimately benefits the consumer;


### a. whereas competition policy must benefit the consumer while defending european businesses , in particular smes , against unfair competition outside europe; ### a. whereas competition policy must benefit the consumer while promoting european businesses , in particular smes , by encouraging innovation and competitiveness;


### a. whereas article 42 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union grants special status to the sector in respect of competition law; ### a. whereas article 42 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union grants special status to the sector in respect of competition law , stipulating that it applies to production of and trade in agricultural products only to the extent determined by parliament and the council , account being taken of the common agricultural policy (cap) objectives set out in article 39 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union;


### b. whereas competition policy must be tailored to tackle digital , ecological , industrial and social challenges , in line with the objectives of the paris agreement; ### deleted


### b. whereas competition policy must be tailored to tackle digital , ecological , industrial and social challenges , in line with the objectives of the paris agreement; ### b. whereas competition policy must be tailored to tackle digital , ecological , geopolitical , industrial and social challenges , in line with the objectives of the paris agreement;


### c. whereas a more sustainable and solidarity-based economy is important; ### deleted


### (12) where applicable , the information included in the single document shall be made available through the digital product passport as set out by the regulation establishing a framework for ecodesign requirements for sustainable products and repealing directive 2009/125/ec. ### (12) micro and small and medium sized companies often struggle with administrative tasks , therefore the competent authorities should draw up the single document for them on the basis of their product specifications and send it for their approval.


### (17) it is possible for certain member states to obtain a derogation from the member states’ obligation to designate a national authority in respect of geographical indications for craft and industrial products to take charge of the procedures for registration , national opposition , amendments to the product specification and cancellation of the registration under certain circumstances specified in this regulation. that derogation , that should take the form of a commission decision , takes into account the fact that certain member states do not have a specific national system for the management of geographical indications for craft and industrial products and that the local interest in these countries to protect these geographical indications is minimal. under these circumstances , it would not be justified to oblige the respective member state to set up an infrastructure , employ the necessary personnel and purchase facilities for the management of these geographical indications. it is more effective and economical to provide an alternative procedure for the producer groups from these member states to protect their products by a geographical indication. the “direct registration procedure” has cost advantages reaped by member states. pursuant to this derogation , procedures for registration , amendments to the product specification and cancellation should be managed directly by the office. in this regard the office should receive the effective assistance of the administrative authorities of that member state when required by the office , through designation of a contact point , as regards in particular aspects related to the examination of the application. in those cases , the office should be entitled to charge a registration fee , considering that this procedure generates more work for the office than the management of union applications. however , the application of the “direct registration procedure” should not exempt member states from the obligation to designate a competent authority for the controls and enforcement and to take the necessary actions to enforce the rights set out in this regulation. the competent authority maintained or designated for the management of the geographical indications and the competent authority designated for the controls and enforcement may differ , when a member state so decides. ### (17) it is possible for certain member states to opt out from the member states’ obligation to designate a national authority in respect of geographical indications for craft and industrial products to take charge of the procedures for registration , national opposition , amendments to the product specification and cancellation of the registration. that derogation can also take into account the fact that certain member states do not have a specific national system for the management of geographical indications for craft and industrial products and that the local interest in these countries to protect these geographical indications is minimal. it is more effective and economical to provide an alternative procedure for the producer groups from these member states to protect their products by a geographical indication. the “direct registration procedure” has cost advantages reaped by member states. pursuant to this derogation , procedures for registration , amendments to the product specification and cancellation should be managed directly by the office. in this regard the office should receive the effective assistance of the administrative authorities of that member state when required by the office , through designation of a contact point , as regards in particular aspects related to the examination of the application. in those cases , the office should be entitled to charge a registration fee , considering that this procedure generates more work for the office than the management of union applications. however , the application of the “direct registration procedure” should not exempt member states from the obligation to designate a competent authority for the controls and enforcement and to take the necessary actions to enforce the rights set out in this regulation. the competent authority maintained or designated for the management of the geographical indications and the competent authority designated for the controls and enforcement may differ , when a member state so decides.


### (18) the commission , after reviewing the information provided by the member state , should adopt a commission decision establishing the right of the member state to opt for the exceptional direct registration procedure. accordingly , the commission should retain the right to modify and withdraw a decision allowing a member state to opt for the “direct registration procedure” , should the conditions not be met by the member state concerned. this is , for example , the case should the number of direct applications submitted by applicants from that member state exceed the original number estimated by that member state in a recurrent manner over time. ### deleted


### (22) to ensure transparency and uniformity across member states , it is necessary to establish and maintain an electronic union register of geographical indications for craft and industrial products. the register should be an electronic database stored within an information system , and should be accessible to the public. the union register of geographical indications for craft and industrial products should be developed , kept and maintained by the office and also the personnel for its operation should be provided by the office. ### (22) to ensure transparency and uniformity across member states , it is necessary to establish and maintain an electronic union register of geographical indications for craft and industrial products. the register should be an electronic database stored within an information system , and should be easily accessible to the public. the union register of geographical indications for craft and industrial products should be developed , kept and maintained by the office and also the personnel for its operation should be provided by the office.


### (27) it is necessary to establish an advisory board , which is a pool of experts , composed of representatives from member states and the commission. the purpose of the advisory board is to provide the necessary local knowledge and expertise concerning certain products and knowledge about the local circumstances that may influence the outcome of the procedures laid down in this regulation. in order to support the office on its assessment of individual applications at any stage of the examination , opposition , appeal or other procedures with specific technical knowledge , the geographical indications division or the boards of appeal , at its own initiative or at the request of the commission , should have the possibility to consult the advisory board. the consultation , when necessary , should also include a general opinion on assessing quality criteria , establishing reputation and renown , determining generic nature of a name , and assessing fair competition in commercial transactions and the risk of confusing consumers. the opinion of the advisory board should not be binding. the appointment procedure of the experts and the operation of the advisory board should be specified in the rules of procedure of the advisory board approved by the management board. ### (27) it is necessary to establish an advisory board , which is a pool of experts , composed of representatives from member states and the commission. the purpose of the advisory board is to provide the necessary local knowledge and expertise concerning certain products and knowledge about the local circumstances that may influence the outcome of the procedures laid down in this regulation. in order to support the office on its assessment of individual applications at any stage of the examination , opposition , appeal or other procedures with specific technical knowledge , the geographical indications division or the boards of appeal , at its own initiative or at the request of the commission , should have the possibility to consult the advisory board. the consultation , when necessary , should also include a general opinion on assessing quality criteria , establishing reputation of a geographical indication , determining generic nature of a name , and assessing fair competition in commercial transactions and the risk of confusing consumers. the opinion of the advisory board should not be binding. the advisory board should also include experts in the field of the concerned product category , including from academia. the appointment procedure of the experts and the operation of the advisory board should be specified in the rules of procedure of the advisory board approved by the management board.


### (36) as it is the first time that an union-wide geographical indication protection system for craft and industrial product is implemented , it is important to raise awareness among consumers , producers , especially msmes and public authorities at national , regional and local level about the initiative. ### (36) as it is the first time that an union-wide geographical indication protection system for craft and industrial product is implemented , the commission , member states and relevant stakeholders are encouraged to raise awareness among consumers , producers , especially msmes and public authorities at national , regional and local level about the initiative.


### (40) the added value of geographical indications is based on consumer trust. such trust can only be well-founded if the registration of geographical indications is accompanied by effective verification and controls , including the producer’s due diligence. ### (40) the added value of geographical indications is based on consumer trust. such trust can only be well-founded if the registration of geographical indications is accompanied by effective verification and controls.


### (44) member states should have the possibility to allow producers to fulfil their obligation to perform due diligence by submitting a self-declaration to the competent authorities every three years , demonstrating their continued compliance. producers should be required to renew their self-declaration immediately where there is an amendment to the product specification or a change affecting the concerned product. the use of self-declaration should not prevent producers from having their conformity fully or partially certified by eligible third parties. a third-party certification should be able to supplement a self-declaration but not replace it. ### (44) member states should have the possibility to allow producers to fulfil their obligation by submitting a self-declaration to the competent authorities every three years , demonstrating their continued compliance. producers should be required to renew their self-declaration immediately where there is an amendment to the product specification or a change affecting the concerned product. the use of self-declaration should not prevent producers from having their conformity fully or partially certified by eligible third parties. a third-party certification should be able to supplement a self-declaration but not replace it.


### (46) where a self-declaration certification procedure is in place , competent authorities should carry out random controls. ### deleted


### 1. this regulation applies to craft and industrial products listed under the combined nomenclature set out in annex i to council regulation (eec) no 2658/8724 ### 1. this regulation creates a sui generis protection for the geographical indication of craft and industrial products.


### ‘craft products’ means products produced either totally by hand or with the aid of manual tools or by mechanical means , whenever the direct manual contribution is the most important component of the finished product; ### ‘craft products’ means products produced either totally by hand or with the aid of manual tools or by mechanical means;


### ‘industrial products’ means products produced in a standardised way , typically on mass scale and through the use of machines; ### ‘industrial products’ means products produced in a standardised way through the use of machines;


### the specification of the defined geographical area creating the link referred to in point (g) , ### the specification of the defined geographical area as referred to in article 5 point (b) and details establishing the link between the geographical area and a given quality , the reputation or other characteristic of the product ,


### details establishing the link between a given quality , the reputation or other characteristic of the product and the geographical origin as referred to in article 5 , point (b); ### deleted


### 2. where a member state charges a fee , the level of the fees shall be reasonable , foster the competitiveness of the producers of the geographical indications and shall take into account the situation of micro , small and medium-sized enterprises. ### 2. where a member state charges a fee , the level of the fees shall be reasonable , foster the competitiveness of the producers of the geographical indications and shall foresee reductions for micro , small and medium-sized enterprises.


### the competent authority shall examine the application and shall check that the product complies with the requirements for geographical indications referred to in article 5 and provides the necessary information for registration referred to in articles 7 , 8 and 9. ### the competent authority shall examine the application and shall check within six months from the submission of the application that the product complies with the requirements for geographical indications referred to in article 5 and provides the necessary information for registration referred to in articles 7 , 8 and 9. where the examination period exceeds or is likely to exceed 6 months , the competent authority shall inform the applicant of the reasons for the delay in writing.


### 2. the competent authority shall establish the detailed arrangements of the opposition procedure. those detailed arrangements may include criteria for the admissibility of an opposition , a period of consultation between the applicant and each national opponent , and submission of a report from the applicant on the outcome of the consultations including any changes the applicant has made to the application. ### 2. the competent authority shall check the admissibility of the opposition. if it considers that the opposition is admissible , it shall , within 30 days after the receipt of that opposition , invite the opponent and the applicant to engage in consultations for a reasonable period not exceeding 3 months. at any time during that period , the competent authority may , at the request of either party , extend the time limit for the consultations by a maximum of 3 months.


### 1. if the competent authority , after the examination of the application and the assessment of the results of any oppositions received , and any changes to the application agreed with the applicant , finds that the requirements of this regulation are met , it shall take a favourable decision and lodge a union application for registration in accordance with article 17. ### 1. if the competent authority , after the examination of the application and the assessment of the results of any oppositions received , and any changes to the application agreed with the applicant , finds that the requirements of this regulation are met , within two months it shall take a favourable decision and within two months from the favourable decision lodge a union application for registration in accordance with article 17.


### 1. by way of derogation from article 11 , the commission shall be empowered to exempt a member state from the obligation to designate a competent authority in accordance with article 11(1) and to handle the management of the applications of geographical indications for craft and industrial products at national level , if the member state , by 6 months from the date of entry into force of this regulation , provides the commission with evidence that shows that the following conditions are met: ### 1. by way of derogation from article 11 , a member state can be exempted from the obligation to designate a competent authority in accordance with article 11(1) and to handle the management of the applications of geographical indications for craft and industrial products at national level , if the member state , by 6 months from the date of entry into force of this regulation , informs the commission about its opt-out.


### the member state concerned does not have a national sui generis system in place for the management of geographical indications for craft and industrial products; and ### deleted


### the member state concerned submits a request for an opt-out accompanied by an assessment to the commission demonstrating that the local interest for protecting craft and industrial products by a geographical indication is low. ### deleted


### 2. the commission may request further information from the member state before adopting a commission decision on the derogation referred in paragraph 1. ### deleted


### 3. when a member state makes use of the derogation in accordance with paragraph 1 , the application from a producer group of that member state for registration , cancellation or amendment of the product specification of a geographical indication originating in the union shall be addressed directly to the office. ### 3. when a member state makes use of the derogation in accordance with paragraph 1 , the application from an applicant of that member state for registration , cancellation or amendment to the product specification of a geographical indication originating in the union shall be addressed directly to the office. in case article 8 (2) applies the office shall also prepare the single document on the basis of the information provided according to articles 7 and 9.


### 5. if the number of direct applications submitted by applicants from a member state that has opted out substantially exceeds the estimate given in the assessment submitted by the member state pursuant to paragraph 1 , the commission may withdraw its decision referred to in paragraph 2. ### deleted


### 1. a publicly accessible electronic union register of geographical indications for craft and industrial products shall be developed , kept and maintained by the office for the management of geographical indications for craft and industrial products. ### 1. a publicly and easily accessible electronic union register of geographical indications for craft and industrial products shall be developed , kept and maintained by the office for the management of geographical indications for craft and industrial products.


### 1. the office shall ensure that any person is able to download an official extract from the union register of geographical indications for craft and industrial products that provides proof of registration of the geographical indication , and the relevant data including the date of application for the registration of the geographical indication or other priority date. the official extract may be used as an authentic certificate in legal proceedings , in a court of law , in a court of arbitration or similar body. ### 1. the office shall ensure that any person is able to easily download an official extract from the union register of geographical indications for craft and industrial products that provides proof of registration of the geographical indication , and the relevant data including the date of application for the registration of the geographical indication or other priority date. the official extract may be used as an authentic certificate in legal proceedings , in a court of law , in a court of arbitration or similar body.


### where no product has been placed on the market under the geographical indication for at least a consecutive period of 7 years. ### where no product has been placed on the market under the geographical indication for at least a consecutive period of 5 years.


### 5. the advisory board shall be composed of one representative of each member state and one representatives of the commission and their respective alternates. ### 5. the advisory board shall be composed of one representative of each member state , one representative of the commission , their respective alternates and experts in the field of the concerned product category , including of academia.


### 1. member states shall verify that the producer group operates in a transparent and democratic manner and that all producers of the product designated by the geographical indication enjoy right of membership in the group. member states may provide that public officials , and other stakeholders such as consumer groups , retailers and suppliers , also participate in the work of the producer group. ### 1. member states shall regularly verify that the producer group operates in a transparent and democratic manner and that all producers of the product designated by the geographical indication enjoy right of membership in the group. member states may provide that public officials , and other stakeholders such as consumer groups , retailers and suppliers , also participate in the work of the producer group.


### 2. competent authorities referred to in paragraph 1 shall be objective and impartial , and shall have at their disposal the qualified staff and resources necessary to carry out their functions. ### 2. competent authorities referred to in paragraph 1 shall be objective and impartial , and shall have at their disposal sufficiently qualified staff and resources in order to efficiently carry out their functions.


### article 47 ### deleted


### 2. the enforcement authority shall carry out controls , based on a risk analysis and notifications of interested producers of products designated by geographical indications , to ensure conformity with the product specification or the single document or an equivalent to the latter. ### 2. the enforcement authority shall regularly carry out controls , based on a risk analysis and on notifications , to ensure conformity with the product specification or the single document or an equivalent to the latter.


### 1. without prejudice to article 46 , member states may allow a self-declaration for the verification of compliance with the product specification. the producer shall submit such self-declaration to the competent authorities referred to in article 45(1). ### 1. without prejudice to article 46 , member states shall allow a self-declaration for the verification of compliance with the product specification. the producer shall submit such self-declaration to the competent authorities referred to in article 45(1).


### 2. member states may allow producers to submit a self-declaration once every 3 years to the competent authorities to ensure their continuous conformity with the product specification in the marketplace. where the product specification is amended or changed in a way that affects the concerned product , the self-declaration shall be renewed immediately. ### 2. member states shall allow producers to submit a self-declaration once every 3 years to the competent authorities to ensure their continuous conformity with the product specification in the marketplace. where the product specification is amended or changed in a way that affects the concerned product , the self-declaration shall be renewed immediately.


### 3. where self-declarations are used competent authorities shall carry out random controls. in the event of breaches , member states shall take all necessary measures to remedy the situation. ### deleted


### 2. the office shall make public the names and addresses of the competent authorities and product certification bodies referred to in article 46(4) and update that information periodically. ### 2. the office shall make public the names and addresses of the competent authorities and product certification bodies referred to in article 46(4) and update that information when changes occur.


### 3. the office may establish a digital portal where the names and addresses of the competent authorities and delegated product certification bodies including natural persons referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 are made public. ### 3. the office shall establish a digital portal where the names and addresses of the competent authorities and delegated product certification bodies including natural persons referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 are made public.


### the digital system referred to in article 18(1) and the union register of geographical indications for craft and industrial products referred to in article 26 shall be developed , kept and maintained by the office. ### the digital system referred to in article 18(1) and the union register of geographical indications for craft and industrial products referred to in article 26 shall be developed , kept and maintained by the office.


### 2. eligible member states shall provide the commission by [six months after the date of entry into force of this regulation] with the information requested in article 15 in order to opt for the “direct registration” procedure. on the basis of the information received , the commission shall adopt a decision on the right of the concerned member state to opt for the “direct registration” procedure and hence , to not designate a national authority for the management at national level of the procedures for the application , amendment of the product specification and cancellation as referred to in article 15. ### 2. member states shall provide the commission by [six months after the date of entry into force of this regulation] with the information if they wish to opt out and choose the “direct registration” procedure. on the basis of the information received , the commission shall adopt a decision on the right of the concerned member state to opt for the “direct registration” procedure and hence , to not designate a national authority for the management at national level of the procedures for the application , amendment of the product specification and cancellation as referred to in article 15.


### proposal for a regulation of the european parliament and of the council on the making available on the union market as well as export from the union of certain commodities and products associated with deforestation and forest degradation and repealing regulation (eu) no 995/2010 (text with eea relevance) ### proposal for a regulation of the european parliament and of the council on the making available on the union market as well as export from the union of certain commodities and products associated with deforestation and repealing regulation (eu) no 995/2010 (text with eea relevance)


### (1) forests provide a broad variety of environmental , economic and social benefits , including timber and non-wood forest products and environmental services essential for humankind , as they harbour most of the earth’s terrestrial biodiversity. they maintain ecosystem functions , help protect the climate system , provide clean air and play a vital role for the purification of waters and soils as well as for water retention. in addition , forests provide subsistence and income to about one third of the world’s population and their destruction has serious consequences for the livelihoods of the most vulnerable people , including indigenous peoples and local communities who heavily depend on forest ecosystems.18 furthermore , deforestation and forest degradation reduce essential carbon sinks and increase the likelihood of new diseases spreading from animals to humans. ### (1) forests provide a broad variety of environmental , economic and social benefits , including timber and non-wood forest products and environmental services essential for humankind , as they harbour most of the earth’s terrestrial biodiversity. they maintain ecosystem functions , help protect the climate system , provide clean air and play a vital role for the purification of waters and soils as well as for water retention. in addition , forests provide subsistence and income to about one third of the world’s population and their destruction has serious consequences for the livelihoods of the most vulnerable people , including indigenous peoples and local communities who heavily depend on forest ecosystems.18 furthermore , deforestation reduce essential carbon sinks and increase the likelihood of new diseases spreading from animals to humans.


### (1) forests provide a broad variety of environmental , economic and social benefits , including timber and non-wood forest products and environmental services essential for humankind , as they harbour most of the earth’s terrestrial biodiversity. they maintain ecosystem functions , help protect the climate system , provide clean air and play a vital role for the purification of waters and soils as well as for water retention. in addition , forests provide subsistence and income to about one third of the world’s population and their destruction has serious consequences for the livelihoods of the most vulnerable people , including indigenous peoples and local communities who heavily depend on forest ecosystems18. furthermore , deforestation and forest degradation reduce essential carbon sinks and increase the likelihood of new diseases spreading from animals to humans. ### (1) forests provide a broad variety of environmental , economic and social benefits , including timber and non-wood forest products and environmental services essential for humankind , as they harbour most of the earth’s terrestrial biodiversity. they maintain ecosystem functions , help protect the climate system , provide clean air and play a vital role for the purification of waters and soils as well as for water retention , while more than a quarter of modern medicines are derived from tropical forest plants. in addition , forests provide subsistence and income to about one third of the world’s population and their destruction has serious consequences for the livelihoods of the most vulnerable people , including indigenous peoples and local communities who heavily depend on forest ecosystems18. furthermore , deforestation and forest degradation reduce essential carbon sinks and increase the likelihood of new diseases spreading from animals to humans.


### (1) forests provide a broad variety of environmental , economic and social benefits , including timber and non-wood forest products and environmental services essential for humankind , as they harbour most of the earth’s terrestrial biodiversity. they maintain ecosystem functions , help protect the climate system , provide clean air and play a vital role for the purification of waters and soils as well as for water retention. in addition , forests provide subsistence and income to about one third of the world’s population and their destruction has serious consequences for the livelihoods of the most vulnerable people , including indigenous peoples and local communities who heavily depend on forest ecosystems.18furthermore , deforestation and forest degradation reduce essential carbon sinks and increase the likelihood of new diseases spreading from animals to humans. ### (1) forests provide a broad variety of environmental , economic and social benefits , including timber and non-wood forest products and environmental services essential for humankind , as they harbour most of the earth’s terrestrial biodiversity. they maintain ecosystem functions , help protect the climate system , provide clean air and play a vital role for the purification of waters and soils as well as for water retention. they provide jobs and energise rural areas. their sustainable management contributes to their good health and to the preservation of biodiversity within them. in addition , forests provide subsistence and income to about one third of the world’s population and their destruction has serious consequences for the livelihoods of the most vulnerable people , including indigenous peoples and local communities who heavily depend on forest ecosystems.18 furthermore , deforestation and forest degradation reduce essential carbon sinks and increase the likelihood of new diseases spreading from animals to humans.


### (1) forests provide a broad variety of environmental , economic and social benefits , including timber and non-wood forest products and environmental services essential for humankind , as they harbour most of the earth’s terrestrial biodiversity. they maintain ecosystem functions , help protect the climate system , provide clean air and play a vital role for the purification of waters and soils as well as for water retention. in addition , forests provide subsistence and income to about one third of the world’s population and their destruction has serious consequences for the livelihoods of the most vulnerable people , including indigenous peoples and local communities who heavily depend on forest ecosystems.18furthermore , deforestation and forest degradation reduce essential carbon sinks and increase the likelihood of new diseases spreading from animals to humans. ### (1) forests provide a broad variety of environmental , economic and social benefits , including timber and non-wood forest products and environmental services essential for humankind , as they harbour most (around 80%) of the earth’s terrestrial biodiversity. they maintain ecosystem functions , help protect the climate system , provide clean air and play a vital role for the purification of waters and soils as well as for water retention. in addition , forests embody cultural , social and spiritual values , covering much of the land traditionally inhabited by indigenous peoples , and provide subsistence and income to about one third of the world’s population and their destruction has serious consequences for the livelihoods of the most vulnerable people , including indigenous peoples and local communities who heavily depend on forest ecosystems. furthermore , deforestation and forest degradation reduce essential carbon sinks and increase the likelihood of new diseases spreading from animals to humans.


### (2) deforestation and forest degradation are taking place at an alarming rate. the food and agriculture organization of the united nations estimates that 420 million hectares of forest – about 10% of the world’s remaining forests and an area larger than the european union – have been lost worldwide between 1990 and 202019 . deforestation and forest degradation are , in turn , important drivers of global warming and biodiversity loss — the two most important environmental challenges of our time. yet every year the world continues to lose 10 million hectares of forest. ### (2) deforestation are taking place at an alarming rate. the food and agriculture organization of the united nations estimates that 420 million hectares of forest – about 10% of the world’s remaining forests and an area larger than the european union – have been lost worldwide between 1990 and 202019 . deforestation is , in turn , important driver of global warming and biodiversity loss — the two most important environmental challenges of our time. yet every year the world continues to lose 10 million hectares of forest.


### (2) deforestation and forest degradation are taking place at an alarming rate. the food and agriculture organization of the united nations estimates that 420 million hectares of forest – about 10% of the world’s remaining forests and an area larger than the european union – have been lost worldwide between 1990 and 202019. deforestation and forest degradation are , in turn , important drivers of global warming and biodiversity loss — the two most important environmental challenges of our time. yet every year the world continues to lose 10 million hectares of forest. ### (2) deforestation and forest degradation are taking place at an alarming rate. the food and agriculture organization of the united nations estimates that 420 million hectares of forest – about 10% of the world’s remaining forests and an area larger than the european union – have been lost worldwide between 1990 and 202019. deforestation and forest degradation are , in turn , important drivers of global warming and biodiversity loss — the two most important environmental challenges of our time. yet every year the world continues to lose 10 million hectares of forest. forests are also heavily impacted by climate change , and many challenges will need to be addressed to ensure the adaptability and resilience of forests in the coming decades.


### (3) deforestation and forest degradation contribute to the global climate crisis in multiple ways. most importantly , they increase greenhouse gas emissions through associated forest fires , permanently removing carbon sink capacities , decreasing climate change resilience of the affected area and substantially reducing its biodiversity. deforestation alone accounts for 11 % of greenhouse gas emissions20 . ### (3) deforestation contribute to the global climate crisis in multiple ways. most importantly , they increase greenhouse gas emissions through associated forest fires , permanently removing carbon sink capacities , decreasing climate change resilience of the affected area and substantially reducing its biodiversity. deforestation alone accounts for 11 % of greenhouse gas emissions20 .


### (3) deforestation and forest degradation contribute to the global climate crisis in multiple ways. most importantly , they increase greenhouse gas emissions through associated forest fires , permanently removing carbon sink capacities , decreasing climate change resilience of the affected area and substantially reducing its biodiversity. deforestation alone accounts for 11 % of greenhouse gas emissions20. ### (3) deforestation and forest degradation contribute to the global climate crisis in multiple ways. most importantly , they increase greenhouse gas emissions through associated forest fires , permanently removing carbon sink capacities , decreasing climate change resilience of the affected area and substantially reducing its biodiversity and generally increase the susceptibility of the remaining stands to the action of harmful agents (e.g. pests). deforestation alone accounts for 11 % of greenhouse gas emissions20.


### (3) deforestation and forest degradation contribute to the global climate crisis in multiple ways. most importantly , they increase greenhouse gas emissions through associated forest fires , permanently removing carbon sink capacities , decreasing climate change resilience of the affected area and substantially reducing its biodiversity. deforestation alone accounts for 11 % of greenhouse gas emissions20. ### (3) deforestation and forest degradation contribute to the global climate crisis in multiple ways , representing one of today's biggest sustainability challenges. most importantly , they increase greenhouse gas emissions through associated forest fires , removing carbon sink capacities , decreasing climate change resilience of the affected area and substantially reducing its biodiversity. deforestation alone accounts for 11 % of greenhouse gas emissions.


### (4) climate breakdown induces the loss of biodiversity globally and biodiversity loss aggravates climate change , they are inextricably linked , as recent studies have confirmed. biodiversity helps mitigate climate change. insects , birds and mammals act as pollinators , seed dispersers and can help store carbon more efficiently , directly or indirectly. forests also ensure a continuous replenishment of water resources and prevention of droughts and their deleterious effects to local communities , including indigenous peoples. drastically reducing deforestation and forest degradation and systemically restoring forests and other ecosystems is the single largest nature-based opportunity for climate mitigation. ### (4) climate breakdown induces the loss of biodiversity globally and biodiversity loss aggravates climate change , they are inextricably linked , as recent studies have confirmed. biodiversity helps mitigate climate change. insects , birds and mammals act as pollinators , seed dispersers and can help store carbon more efficiently , directly or indirectly. forests also ensure a continuous replenishment of water resources and prevention of droughts and their deleterious effects to local communities , including indigenous peoples. drastically reducing deforestation systemically restoring forests and other ecosystems is the single largest nature-based opportunity for climate mitigation.


### (7) union consumption is a considerable driver of deforestation and forest degradation on a global scale. the initiative’s impact assessment estimated that without an appropriate regulatory intervention eu consumption and production of the six commodities included in the scope (wood , cattle , soy , palm oil , cocoa and coffee) will rise to approximately 248 ,000 hectares of deforestation annually by 2030. ### (7) union consumption is a considerable driver of deforestation on a global scale. the initiative’s impact assessment estimated that without an appropriate regulatory intervention eu consumption and production of the six commodities included in the scope (wood , cattle , soy , palm oil , cocoa and coffee) will rise to approximately 248 ,000 hectares of deforestation annually by 2030.


### (10) member states have repeatedly expressed their concern about persistent deforestation. they emphasised that since current policies and action at global level on conservation , restoration and sustainable management of forests do not suffice to halt deforestation and forest degradation , enhanced union action is needed in order to contribute more effectively to the achievement of the sustainable development goals (sdgs) , under the 2030 agenda for sustainable development , which was adopted by all united nations member states in 2015. the council specifically supported the commission announcement in the communication ‘stepping up eu action to protect and restore the world’s forests’ that it would assess additional regulatory and non-regulatory measures and that it would present respective proposals.31 ### (10) member states have repeatedly expressed their concern about persistent deforestation. they emphasised that since current policies and action at global level on conservation , restoration and sustainable management of forests do not suffice to halt deforestation , enhanced union action is needed in order to contribute more effectively to the achievement of the sustainable development goals (sdgs) , under the 2030 agenda for sustainable development , which was adopted by all united nations member states in 2015. the council specifically supported the commission announcement in the communication ‘stepping up eu action to protect and restore the world’s forests’ that it would assess additional regulatory and non-regulatory measures and that it would present respective proposals.31


### (12) combatting deforestation and forest degradation constitutes an important part of the package of measures needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to comply with the union's commitment under the european green deal as well as with the 2015 paris agreement on climate change33 , and with the legally binding commitment under the eu climate law to reach climate neutrality by 2050 and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55 % below 1990 levels by 2030. ### (12) combatting deforestation constitutes an important part of the package of measures needed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and to comply with the union's commitment under the european green deal as well as with the 2015 paris agreement on climate change33 , and with the legally binding commitment under the eu climate law to reach climate neutrality by 2050 and reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 55 % below 1990 levels by 2030.


### (14) the union imported and consumed one third of the globally traded agricultural products associated with deforestation between 1990 and 2008. over that period , union consumption was responsible for 10% of worldwide deforestation associated with the production of goods or services. even if the relative share of eu consumption is decreasing , eu consumption is a disproportionally large driver of deforestation. the union should therefore take action to minimise global deforestation and forest degradation driven by its consumption of certain commodities and products and thereby seek to reduce its contribution to greenhouse gas emissions and global biodiversity loss as well as promote sustainable production and consumption patterns in the union and globally. to have the greatest impact , union policy should aim at influencing the global market , not only supply chains to the union. partnerships and efficient international cooperation with producer and consumer countries are fundamental in that respect. ### (14) the union imported and consumed one third of the globally traded agricultural products associated with deforestation between 1990 and 2008. over that period , union consumption was responsible for 10% of worldwide deforestation associated with the production of goods or services. even if the relative share of eu consumption is decreasing , eu consumption is a disproportionally large driver of deforestation. the union should therefore take action to minimise global deforestation driven by its consumption of certain commodities and products and thereby seek to reduce its contribution to greenhouse gas emissions and global biodiversity loss as well as promote sustainable production and consumption patterns in the union and globally. to have the greatest impact , union policy should aim at global net deforestation reduction by promoting sustainable production in high-risk areas and disincentivising new deforestation in all areas. union policy should also influence the global market , not only supply chains to the union. a trade policy built on openness and rule-based free trade is the most effective tool to affect global change. multilateral and bilateral partnerships and efficient international cooperation , including free trade agreements , with producer and consumer countries are fundamental in that respect.


### (14) the union imported and consumed one third of the globally traded agricultural products associated with deforestation between 1990 and 2008. over that period , union consumption was responsible for 10% of worldwide deforestation associated with the production of goods or services. even if the relative share of eu consumption is decreasing , eu consumption is a disproportionally large driver of deforestation. the union should therefore take action to minimise global deforestation and forest degradation driven by its consumption of certain commodities and products and thereby seek to reduce its contribution to greenhouse gas emissions and global biodiversity loss as well as promote sustainable production and consumption patterns in the union and globally. to have the greatest impact , union policy should aim at influencing the global market , not only supply chains to the union. partnerships and efficient international cooperation with producer and consumer countries are fundamental in that respect. ### (14) the union imported and consumed one third of the globally traded agricultural products associated with deforestation between 1990 and 2008. over that period , union consumption was responsible for 10% of worldwide deforestation associated with the production of goods or services. even if the relative share of eu consumption is decreasing , eu consumption is a disproportionally large driver of deforestation. the union should therefore take action to minimise global deforestation and forest degradation driven by its consumption of certain commodities and products and thereby seek to reduce its contribution to greenhouse gas emissions and global biodiversity loss as well as promote sustainable production and consumption patterns in the union and globally , without , however , creating conditions of unfair competition between eu and third-country companies , particularly in the agricultural production and agri-food sectors. to have the greatest impact , union policy should aim at influencing the global market , not only supply chains to the union. partnerships and efficient international cooperation with producer and consumer countries are fundamental in that respect.


### (15) halting deforestation and forest degradation is an essential part of the sdgs. this regulation should contribute in particular to meeting the goals regarding life on land (sdg 15) , climate action (sdg 13) , responsible consumption and production (sdg 12) , zero hunger (sdg 2) and good health and well-being (sdg 3). the relevant target 15.2 to halt deforestation by 2020 has not been met , underlining the urgency of ambitious and effective action. ### (15) halting deforestation is an essential part of the sdgs. this regulation should contribute in particular to meeting the goals regarding life on land (sdg 15) , climate action (sdg 13) , responsible consumption and production (sdg 12) , zero hunger (sdg 2) and good health and well-being (sdg 3). the relevant target 15.2 to halt deforestation by 2020 has not been met , underlining the urgency of ambitious and effective action.