### 12. urgently calls on bih to engage in regular inter-parliamentary cooperation through the stabilisation and association parliamentary committee; ### 12. welcomes the establishment of the working bodies of the house of peoples of the bih parliamentary assembly; calls for bih’s renewed commitment to the eu policy dialogue , by swiftly engaging in regular inter-parliamentary cooperation through the stabilisation and association parliamentary committee;


### 12. urgently calls on bih to engage in regular inter-parliamentary cooperation through the stabilisation and association parliamentary committee; ### 12. urgently calls on bih to engage in regular inter-parliamentary cooperation through the stabilisation and association parliamentary committee; welcomes the progress achieved by the agreement on the rules of procedure for the eu - bih sapc;


### 13. reiterates the central role of the rule of law and institutional integrity; recalls the need for harmonised , merit-based civil service standards; ### 13. reiterates the central role of the rule of law and institutional integrity; recalls the need for harmonised , merit-based civil service standards across bih administrative levels , enabling a professional , streamlined , depoliticised and accountable public administration that can deliver services to bih citizens; calls on bih political actors to support and establish a functioning coordination structure to steer public administration reform; welcomes progress on appointing heads of important state agencies;


### 14. welcomes the fact that the general elections held in october 2022 were generally well organised and competitive; notes however that they took place against a backdrop of stagnant reforms , divisive rhetoric and political obstruction; takes note of the changes introduced by the high representative to the election law and constitution of the federation of bih , aimed at addressing a number of functionality issues; ### 14. welcomes the fact that the general elections held in october 2022 were generally well organised and competitive; notes however that they took place against a backdrop of stagnant reforms , divisive rhetoric and political obstruction; welcomes the changes introduced by the high representative to the election law and constitution of the federation of bih , aimed at addressing a number of functionality and equality issues;


### 15. regrets the failure of political actors to bring the constitution and the electoral framework in line with the european convention on human rights; calls on all decision makers to reach an agreement in line with the verdicts of international and domestic courts , as well as the political agreement of 12 june 2022; supports limited , transparent and inclusive reforms that would enable a sustainable transformation of the dayton peace agreement; ### 15. regrets the failure of political actors to bring the constitutions and the electoral framework in line with the european convention on human rights and the basic principles of the constitution of bosnia and herzegovina; calls on all decision makers to reach an agreement in line with the verdicts of the constitutional court of bih and international courts , as well as the political agreement of 12 june 2022; supports limited , transparent and inclusive reforms of the constitution and the electoral framework by implementing relevant rulings of domestic and international courts to ensure equality and non-discrimination of the constituent peoples and all citizens; supports transatlantic and european facilitation efforts to this end and condemns all obstructions and inactivity of political actors in that regard;


### 15. regrets the failure of political actors to bring the constitution and the electoral framework in line with the european convention on human rights; calls on all decision makers to reach an agreement in line with the verdicts of international and domestic courts , as well as the political agreement of 12 june 2022; supports limited , transparent and inclusive reforms that would enable a sustainable transformation of the dayton peace agreement; ### 15. regrets the failure of political actors to bring the constitution and the electoral framework in line with the european convention on human rights; calls on all decision makers to reach an agreement in line with the verdicts of international and domestic courts , as well as the brussels political agreement of 12 june 2022; supports limited , transparent and inclusive reforms that would enable a sustainable transformation of the dayton peace agreement;


### 16. calls on bih to harmonise party registration rules and to ensure the transparency of political party financing; acknowledges the steps taken by the central election commission and calls for its capacities to be strengthened; ### 16. calls on bih to harmonise party registration rules and to ensure the transparency of political party financing; acknowledges the steps taken by the central election commission and its legal procedures strictly respected;


### 16. calls on bih to harmonise party registration rules and to ensure the transparency of political party financing; acknowledges the steps taken by the central election commission and calls for its capacities to be strengthened; ### 16. calls on bih to harmonise party registration rules and to ensure the transparency of political party financing in line with international standards and recommendations of relevant international bodies; acknowledges the steps taken by the central election commission and calls for its capacities to be strengthened; welcomes the intervention by the ohr to improve the integrity of the electoral process and strengthen the role of the central election commission after the failure of the inter-agency working group on electoral reform (iawg) and the bih parliament to do so;


### 17. calls for the judiciary’s integrity and independence to be strengthened , namely by bringing the law on the high judicial and prosecutorial council and the law on courts in line with eu standards , and by eliminating selective justice , the case backlog , corruption , a lack of transparency and poor oversight; ### 17. calls for urgent measures to strengthen the judiciary’s integrity and independence based on the 14 key priorities and the priebe report recommendations , including via additional safeguards and consistent application of objective rules and criteria on the case allocation , appointment , disciplinary responsibility , career advancement , conflict of interest , and asset verification of judges and prosecutors to restore public trust; calls for eliminating selective justice , the case backlog , corruption , a lack of transparency and poor oversight , which undermine the full enjoyment of citizens’ rights; reaffirms its call on bih authorities to adopt amendments to the law on the high judicial and prosecutorial council and the law on courts in line with european standards; strongly opposes any attempt to establish a separate hjpc on entity level , which undercuts the constitutional order;


### 17. calls for the judiciary’s integrity and independence to be strengthened , namely by bringing the law on the high judicial and prosecutorial council and the law on courts in line with eu standards , and by eliminating selective justice , the case backlog , corruption , a lack of transparency and poor oversight; ### 17. calls for the judiciary’s integrity and independence to be strengthened , namely by bringing the law on the high judicial and prosecutorial council and the law on courts in line with eu standards , and by eliminating selective justice , the case backlog , corruption , a lack of transparency and poor oversight; emphasizes the need of reforming the electoral law which is an important precondition for all reform processes;


### 18. expresses its concern about the lack of progress on preventing widespread corruption and the increasing signs of state capture , political interference and obstruction; urges bih to adopt conflict of interest laws and to strengthen protection for whistleblowers; ### 18. expresses its concern about the lack of progress on preventing widespread corruption and the increasing signs of state capture , political interference and obstruction , pressure and intimidation; urges bih to adopt conflict of interest laws and enforce conflict of interest and lobbying rules across all administrative levels together with stronger protection for whistleblowers , in line with eu standards;


### 19. calls for increased resources for anti-corruption structures; points to the added value of effective cooperation among law enforcement agencies and with the european public prosecutor’s office; ### 19. calls for increased resources for anti-corruption structures , including their active involvement in addressing greco recommendations; points to the added value of effective country-wide and european cooperation among law enforcement agencies in the fight against corruption and organised crime; reiterates its call on bih to cooperate with the european public prosecutor’s office; welcomes the appointment of a national coordinator for the european multidisciplinary platform against criminal threats (empact) and expects bih’s fully functional cooperation with europol and eurojust; welcomes , in this regard , the signature of the rulebook on the operation of the national/joint contact point for cooperation with europol; calls for safeguards against political interference into police work;


### 20. notes the steps taken to increase the alignment of public procurement laws with the eu acquis; expresses its concern about the sector’s vulnerabilities to corruption and irregularities; ### 20. notes the steps taken to increase the alignment of public procurement laws with the eu acquis , as well as the adoption of a plan for integrity and fight against corruption by the public procurement agency; reiterates the need for transparency , competition and equal treatment in the public procurement process , as well as to reduce the abuse of public resources; remains concerned about the sector’s vulnerabilities to corruption and irregularities and calls for stronger capacities for monitoring , management and support;


### 20. notes the steps taken to increase the alignment of public procurement laws with the eu acquis; expresses its concern about the sector’s vulnerabilities to corruption and irregularities; ### 20. notes the steps taken to increase the alignment of public procurement laws with the eu acquis; expresses its concern about the sector’s vulnerabilities to corruption and irregularities; urges bosnia and herzegovina to implement the necessary reforms to strengthen the efficiency and accountability of the public administration;


### 21. reaffirms the significance of reconciliation in bih and calls on all authorities to actively promote and ensure access to truth , justice and non-selective reparations; ### 21. reaffirms the significance of reconciliation in bih and calls on all authorities to actively promote and ensure access to truth , justice and non-selective reparations; notes that genuine reconciliation , cooperation and peaceful coexistence is possible only by mutual recognition and respect of the rights and needs of the constituent peoples and all citizens of bosnia and herzegovina , including the right of legitimate representation in all levels of government; notes that the principles of federalism would suit the functioning of the state as it would establish equality in all spheres between the constituent communities and citizens;


### 21. reaffirms the significance of reconciliation in bih and calls on all authorities to actively promote and ensure access to truth , justice and non-selective reparations; ### 21. reaffirms the significance of reconciliation in bih and calls on all authorities to actively promote and ensure access to truth , justice and non-selective reparations; welcomes local level initiatives commemorating civilian war victims , the completion of the monument to civilian victims in the brcko district , and the decision by the ohr to amend the law on the center for the srebrenica-potočari memorial and cemetery for the victims of the 1995 genocide , in order to facilitate the work of the memorial center;


### 22. expresses its solidarity with all survivors of war crimes and their families; deplores all historical revisionism , including genocide denial , the glorification of war crimes and war criminals , and the contestation of established facts and tribunals; calls for effective prosecution of such cases; ### 22. expresses its solidarity with all survivors of war crimes , crimes against humanity , ethnic cleansing , genocide , displacement , disappearances , killings , torture , and sexual assault , and their families; deplores all historical revisionism , including genocide denial , the glorification of war crimes and war criminals , and the contestation of established facts and tribunals , notably by political leaders , as well as vandalism of memorial sites; underlines that such acts and rhetoric are fully unacceptable and contrary to the values of the european project; calls for effective prosecution of such cases;


### 23. notes the ongoing reduction in the backlog of war crimes cases , but regrets that the pace remains slow; ### 23. notes the ongoing reduction in the backlog of war crimes cases , but regrets that the pace remains slow; notes persisting limitations in regional judicial cooperation in this regard; calls on the bih prosecutor’s office to strengthen efforts to process the most complex cases and improve the quality of investigations and indictments; urges authorities to provide adequate protection and support services to survivors participating in judicial proceedings;


### 24. calls for further efforts on the issue of missing persons; ### 24. calls for further efforts on the issue of missing persons and encourages authorities across the region to intensify cooperation and information sharing;


### 24. calls for further efforts on the issue of missing persons; ### 24. calls for further efforts on the issue of missing persons , refugees , internally displaced persons and returnees;


### 25. welcomes bih’s active participation in regional cooperation; welcomes the recent agreements in the context of the berlin process; ### 25. welcomes bih’s continued active participation in regional cooperation; underlines the importance of inclusive initiatives like the common regional market; welcomes the recent agreements in the context of the berlin process on the freedom of movement with identity cards , on the recognition of higher education qualifications , and on the recognition of professional qualifications for doctors of medicine , dentists and architects;


### 25. welcomes bih’s active participation in regional cooperation; welcomes the recent agreements in the context of the berlin process; ### 25. welcomes bih’s active participation in regional cooperation; welcomes the recent agreements in the context of the berlin process; stresses the importance of regional cooperation in promoting stability , prosperity , and integration , and urges bosnia and herzegovina to enhance its engagement with neighbouring countries;


### 26. emphasises the vital role of independent media; condemns attacks on and threats and intimidation against journalists , including by politicians and public figures; insists on appropriate judicial follow-up and the protection of journalists; ### 26. emphasises the vital role of independent media for conveying accurate , timely and transparent information; condemns attacks on and threats and intimidation against journalists and media workers , including by politicians and public figures , notably the recent attacks on journalists aleksandar trifunović and nikola morača , as well as strategic lawsuits against public participation (slapp); insists on appropriate judicial follow-up and the protection of journalists; is deeply concerned by the introduction of amendments to the republika srpska criminal code reintroducing criminal penalties for defamation; urges the republika srpska entity to withdraw the amendments and to ensure full protection of freedom of expression and of the media;


### 27. deplores discrimination , segregation , violence and hate speech against minorities , and urges effective prosecution of such cases; calls on bih to safeguard and promote the countrywide rights of all minorities; ### 27. deplores discrimination , segregation , violence and hate speech against women , minorities , including ethnic minorities , lgbti persons , people with disabilities , refugees and displaced persons and urges effective prosecution of such cases without delay; calls on bih to safeguard and promote the countrywide rights of all minorities; recalls the need to strengthen the independence and effectiveness of the human rights ombudsman; calls for the effective application of anti-discrimination and human rights policies; strongly condemns the attack on two returnees in visegrad and calls on the authorities to effectively prosecute those responsible; condemns the incidents in banja luka during the marking of the international women’s day;


### 27. deplores discrimination , segregation , violence and hate speech against minorities , and urges effective prosecution of such cases; calls on bih to safeguard and promote the countrywide rights of all minorities; ### 27. deplores discrimination , violence and hate speech against minorities , and urges effective prosecution of such cases; calls on bih to safeguard and promote the countrywide rights of all minorities , including members of constituent peoples in local communities where they form a minority;


### 28. regrets that rulings of the european court of human rights have still not been implemented; ### 28. regrets that rulings of the european court of human rights in cases fejdić-finci , zornić , pilav and šlaku have still not been implemented;


### 29. underscores the importance of inclusive and quality education; reiterates its call for an urgent end to the discriminatory practice of ‘two schools under one roof’; ### 29. underscores the importance of inclusive and quality education , including the right of education in the mother tongue as guaranteed by the unesco conventions;


### 29. underscores the importance of inclusive and quality education; reiterates its call for an urgent end to the discriminatory practice of ‘two schools under one roof’; ### 29. underscores the importance of non-discriminatory , inclusive and quality education for all; reiterates its call for an urgent end to the ongoing discriminatory practice of ‘two schools under one roof’ , in line with court rulings; strongly recommends embedding reconciliation into the education process;


### 30. recognises the key role of civil society; calls on the authorities to foster a conducive environment for their work; calls for the protection and promotion of the freedom of assembly and of expression to be enhanced; ### 30. recognises the key role of civil society in improving the resilience of democratic societies; calls on the authorities to foster a conducive environment for their work and to systematically condemn and prosecute all threats , harassment and attacks against human rights defenders; calls for the protection and promotion of the freedom of assembly and of expression to be enhanced; expresses concern over the decision of the rs government to adopt a draft law on ngos , limiting the space and activity of civil society , as well as the work of its organizations;


### 30. recognises the key role of civil society; calls on the authorities to foster a conducive environment for their work; calls for the protection and promotion of the freedom of assembly and of expression to be enhanced; ### 30. recognises the important role of civil society; calls on the authorities to foster a conducive environment for their work; calls for the protection and promotion of the freedom of assembly and of expression to be enhanced;


### 31. reiterates the need for solidarity-based migration and asylum management and a fair distribution of reception capacities; welcomes the opening of negotiations on bih’s upgraded status agreement with the european border and coast guard agency; regrets persisting shortcomings in migration and border management; calls on bih to fully align with the eu’s visa policy; ### 31. reiterates the need for solidarity-based migration and asylum management and a fair distribution of reception capacities across the country; recognises continued efforts to improve coordination on the local and international level; welcomes the opening of negotiations on bih’s upgraded status agreement with the european border and coast guard agency (frontex) and calls for their timely conclusion , in order to facilitate better protection and management of its borders; regrets persisting shortcomings in migration and border management despite significant eu financial support to bih since 2007; calls on bih to fully align with the eu’s visa policy , to ensure a well-managed migration and security environment;


### 31. reiterates the need for solidarity-based migration and asylum management and a fair distribution of reception capacities; welcomes the opening of negotiations on bih’s upgraded status agreement with the european border and coast guard agency; regrets persisting shortcomings in migration and border management; calls on bih to fully align with the eu’s visa policy; ### 31. reiterates the need for effective migration and asylum management which upholds human rights in cooperation and coordination with affected member states on the european external border; urges bih to step up its efforts against cross-border crime , especially human and illicit weapons trafficking and illegal border crossing; welcomes the opening of negotiations on bih’s upgraded status agreement with the european border and coast guard agency; regrets persisting shortcomings in migration and border management; calls on bih to fully align with the eu’s visa policy;


### 32. welcomes the adoption of a public financial management reform strategy and calls for its thorough implementation; ### 32. welcomes the adoption of a strategy for public financial management reform by all levels of government and calls for its thorough implementation; urges authorities to establish effective internal control systems , as well as budget transparency and sustainable budgetary measures for state institutions; welcomes the improvement in bih’s sovereign credit outlook , following the timely formation of a new state-level government and the granting of candidate status;


### 33. urges bih to prioritise measures aimed at improving competitiveness and the business environment , boosting economic diversification and tax harmonisation , promoting the digital and green transitions , addressing the informal economy and tackling unemployment; ### 33. urges bih to prioritise measures aimed at improving competitiveness and the business environment , boosting economic diversification and bringing legislation in the area of vat and excise duties in line with those of the eu , promoting the digital and green transitions , addressing the large informal economy and tackling unemployment , particularly of young people , women and people in vulnerable situations; calls for putting in place an adequate institutional and regulatory framework , including supervisory institutions , for a better and de-politicised governance in the public sector;


### 34. urgently calls for measures to address the continued high degree of brain drain; stresses the importance of developing the youth guarantee in the western balkans; ### 34. urgently calls for measures to address the continued high degree of brain drain; stresses the importance of developing the youth guarantee in the western balkans; calls on bosnia and herzegovina to address the issue of youth unemployment , including through the implementation of policies and programs to promote youth employment and entrepreneurship;


### 35. welcomes the commission’s energy support package for the western balkans; recommends strengthening bih’s integration into the european energy market; ### 35. welcomes the commission’s energy support package of eur 1 billion for the western balkans , out of which bih will receive eur 70 million in immediate budgetary support , providing assistance to its most vulnerable households to mitigate the effects of rising prices and support the energy transition; recommends strengthening bih’s integration into the european energy market , notably in light of the need to reduce energy dependency on russia , following the launch of its full-scale invasion and war of aggression against ukraine; welcomes the global gateway initiative for a trans-balkan electricity corridor and calls for its swift implementation;


### 36. urges bih to finalise and adopt the national energy and climate plan; calls on it to adopt the necessary legislation on gas , electricity , renewable energy and energy efficiency , and to ensure the full harmonisation of laws for a functional energy market; ### 36. urges bih to finalise and adopt the national energy and climate plan for 2021-2030; reiterates the need for it to adopt the necessary legislation on gas , electricity , renewable energy and energy efficiency , in line with the energy community treaty and the green agenda for the western balkans , as well as to ensure the full harmonisation of laws for a functional energy market; stresses the importance of swiftly enhancing diversification of energy sources and redirecting from heavy dependence on coal to renewables , in line with the country’s commitments to decarbonisation;


### 36. urges bih to finalise and adopt the national energy and climate plan; calls on it to adopt the necessary legislation on gas , electricity , renewable energy and energy efficiency , and to ensure the full harmonisation of laws for a functional energy market; ### 36. urges bih to finalise and adopt the country's energy and climate plan; calls on it to adopt the necessary legislation on gas , electricity , renewable energy and energy efficiency , and to ensure the full harmonisation of laws for a functional energy market; notes that progress in the area of environmental and climate protection as well as alignment with the eu standards has remained low; therefore it urges bih's authorities to ensure greater alignment with the eu standards and policy objective on climate protection and energy;


### 37. calls on bih to accelerate its implementation of projects under the economic and investment plan for the western balkans and the green agenda; ### 37. calls on bih authorities to accelerate the implementation of projects under the economic and investment plan for the western balkans and the green agenda to unlock the full potential towards the green and digital transition; underlines that the green and digital transitions and sustainable connectivity represent a driving factor for regional economic integration and integration with the eu;


### 1. underlines that the eu’s defence sector is fragmented , which creates strategic vulnerabilities for the union , member states and industry; is concerned about the lack of coordination and calls for more strategic cohesion in security and defence policies at union level; welcomes , in this context , the commission’s launch of the european defence industry reinforcement through common procurement act (edirpa) and encourages the commission and member states to take this initiative a step further and strive towards a de facto military union supported by a strongly articulated common market for defence equipment , followed by a review of the treaties for more eu competences on critical technologies for defence , innovation in defence , and security and defence affairs; ### 1. underlines that the eu’s defence sector is excessively fragmented , which creates costly redundancies , overlappings and hampers competitivity and interoperability; calls therefore for more strategic cohesion in security and defence policies at union level; welcomes , in this context , the commission’s launch of the european defence industry reinforcement through common procurement act (edirpa) and encourages the commission and member states to take this initiative a step further with a strongly articulated common market for defence equipment , especially on critical technologies for innovation and defence;


### 1. underlines that the eu’s defence sector is fragmented , which creates strategic vulnerabilities for the union , member states and industry; is concerned about the lack of coordination and calls for more strategic cohesion in security and defence policies at union level; welcomes , in this context , the commission’s launch of the european defence industry reinforcement through common procurement act (edirpa) and encourages the commission and member states to take this initiative a step further and strive towards a de facto military union supported by a strongly articulated common market for defence equipment , followed by a review of the treaties for more eu competences on critical technologies for defence , innovation in defence , and security and defence affairs; ### 1. underlines that the eu’s defence sector is fragmented , which creates strategic vulnerabilities for the union , member states and industry; is concerned about the lack of coordination and calls for more strategic cohesion in security and defence policies at union level; welcomes , in this context , the commission’s launch of the european defence industry reinforcement through common procurement act (edirpa) and encourages the commission and member states to take this initiative a step further and strive towards strong cooperation in the field of defence supported by a strongly articulated common market for defence equipment , and to enhance the eu's role in coordinating and fostering the development of critical technologies for defence , innovation in defence , and security and defence affairs;


### 1. underlines that the eu’s defence sector is fragmented , which creates strategic vulnerabilities for the union , member states and industry; is concerned about the lack of coordination and calls for more strategic cohesion in security and defence policies at union level; welcomes , in this context , the commission’s launch of the european defence industry reinforcement through common procurement act (edirpa) and encourages the commission and member states to take this initiative a step further and strive towards a de facto military union supported by a strongly articulated common market for defence equipment , followed by a review of the treaties for more eu competences on critical technologies for defence , innovation in defence , and security and defence affairs; ### 1. underlines that the european union's defence sector is fragmented , which creates strategic vulnerabilities for the union , member states and industry; is concerned about the lack of coordination and calls for more strategic cohesion in security and defence policies at union level; welcomes , in this context , the commission’s launch of the european defence industry reinforcement through common procurement act (edirpa) and encourages the commission and member states to take this initiative a step further and strive towards a de facto defence union supported by a strongly articulated common market for defence equipment , followed by a review of the treaties for more eu competences on critical technologies for defence , innovation in defence , and security and defence affairs;


### 2. calls on the relevant eu bodies to consolidate eu cooperative frameworks for developing cutting-edge military capabilities and for eu-level legislation to coordinate member states’ strategies for critical technologies and to reduce dependencies; ### 2. calls on the relevant eu bodies to consolidate eu cooperative frameworks for developing cutting-edge military capabilities for critical technologies and to reduce dependencies in order to boost a more coordinated approach;


### 3. calls on the commission to encourage member states to review all defence programmes and policy tools , check if they are still fit for purpose , and summarise findings; suggests that the european defence agency can provide light touch support and coordination suggestions , including a strategic assessment of the findings; ### 3. calls on the commission to encourage member states to review defence programmes and policy tools , following card's approach with a specific focus on critical technologies; suggests that the european defence agency can provide light touch support and coordination suggestions , including a strategic assessment of the findings;


### 3. calls on the commission to encourage member states to review all defence programmes and policy tools , check if they are still fit for purpose , and summarise findings; suggests that the european defence agency can provide light touch support and coordination suggestions , including a strategic assessment of the findings; ### 3. calls on the commission to encourage member states to review all defence programmes and policy tools , check if they are still fit for purpose , and summarise findings; suggests that the european defence agency can provide support and coordinate suggestions , including a strategic assessment of the findings;


### 5. underlines the need to stimulate the development of skills for innovation , research and development (r&d) , and fundamental research in critical areas related to emerging technologies; calls on the commission to encourage member states to establish and fund defence innovation hubs; ### 5. recalls that few member states have dedicated defence innovation hubs; underlines the need to stimulate the development of skills for innovation , research and development (r&d) , and fundamental research in critical areas related to emerging technologies; calls on the commission to encourage member states to establish and fund defence innovation hubs complementary to and presenting an added-value for nato's defence innovation accelerator for the north atlantic (diana);


### 6. is concerned about the eu’s dependence on china for raw materials and calls on member states to reduce their vulnerabilities resulting from dependence on non-democratic suppliers of critical technologies and materials , and to enhance defence production chains in europe by localising or near-shoring production; ### 6. is concerned about the eu’s multiple dependence , like the important one on china for raw materials , and calls on member states to reduce their vulnerabilities resulting from excessive dependence on suppliers of critical technologies and materials , and to enhance defence production chains in europe by localising or near-shoring production;


### 7. expresses its support for the observatory of critical technologies; calls for it to be further developed and for its analysis capabilities , including on reducing strategic dependencies , to be enhanced; calls on the commission to implement a project to continuously map the need for critical materials , evaluate the eu’s strategic dependencies , monitor supply and demand and changes in the behaviour or strategy of competitors , and engage in foresight exercises to predict new needs in critical materials; considers that these efforts should be made jointly with our strategic partners in nato and included in a trade and technology council (ttc) working group in order to coordinate diplomatic efforts to secure supplies and ensure alternative sources; ### 7. expresses its support for the observatory of critical technologies; calls for it to be further developed and for its analysis capabilities , including on reducing strategic dependencies , to be enhanced; calls on the commission to implement a project to continuously map the need for critical materials , evaluate the eu’s strategic dependencies , monitor supply and demand and changes in the behaviour or strategy of competitors , and engage in foresight exercises to predict new needs in critical materials; considers that these efforts should be made jointly with our strategic partners in nato and included in the working group on "secure supply chains" of the trade and technology council (ttc) working group in order to coordinate diplomatic efforts to secure supplies and ensure alternative sources;


### 8. calls for military and strategic interoperability between the eu and like-minded partners and nato , and among member states , to be ensured , given that the risk of fragmentation is exacerbated by different national requirements and national public spending and investment and procurement schemes; ### deleted


### 8. calls for military and strategic interoperability between the eu and like-minded partners and nato , and among member states , to be ensured , given that the risk of fragmentation is exacerbated by different national requirements and national public spending and investment and procurement schemes; ### 8. recalls that the risk of fragmentation is exacerbated by different national requirements and national public spending and investment and procurement schemes; and highlights in this context the importance of standard-setting which is critical for military and strategic interoperability amongst eu member states as well as between the eu and its like-minded partners such as nato;


### 9. calls on the commission to work on a plan and investment scheme to update critical infrastructure , such as nuclear power plants , electricity grids and telecommunications infrastructure (undersea cables) , for the digital age , including by adapting it to ai-assisted drone supervision and maintenance; subsequently calls for the elaboration of an eu r&d and manufacturing strategy for advanced drones; ### deleted


### 10. calls on the commission and member states to develop capabilities for testing and inspecting complex defence equipment , including by means of ai-assisted technology , to identify vulnerabilities stemming from components produced in non-eu countries; ### deleted


### 10. calls on the commission and member states to develop capabilities for testing and inspecting complex defence equipment , including by means of ai-assisted technology , to identify vulnerabilities stemming from components produced in non-eu countries; ### 10. calls on the commission and member states to develop capabilities for testing , evaluating , validating and verifying complex defence equipment , including by means of ai-assisted technology , to identify vulnerabilities stemming from components produced in non-eu countries; and stresses that such efforts should be synergistic with the testing evaluation validation and verification regime called for in the artificial intelligence (ai) strategy of nato;


### 11. urges the commission and member states to strengthen cooperation between the eda’s defence innovation hub and nato’s defence innovation accelerator for the north atlantic (diana) by supporting joint projects , joint research and joint investment in cutting-edge defence technologies. ### 11. urges the commission and member states to strengthen cooperation between the eda’s defence innovation hub and nato’s defence innovation accelerator for the north atlantic (diana) by supporting joint projects , joint research and joint investment in cutting-edge defence technologies; welcomes the initiative , as announced on 11 january 2023 by nato secretary general jens stoltenberg and the commission's president ursula von der leyen , to create a nato/eu taskforce on resilience and critical infrastructure , aimed at making our critical infrastructure , technology and supply chains more resilient to potential hybrid threats , in particular from russia;


### 11. urges the commission and member states to strengthen cooperation between the eda’s defence innovation hub and nato’s defence innovation accelerator for the north atlantic (diana) by supporting joint projects , joint research and joint investment in cutting-edge defence technologies. ### 11. urges the commission and member states to strengthen cooperation between the european innovation council , the european defence fund and the european investment fund on the one hand and nato’s defence innovation accelerator for the north atlantic (diana) on the other hand by supporting joint projects , joint research and joint investment in cutting-edge defence technologies;


### 11. urges the commission and member states to strengthen cooperation between the eda’s defence innovation hub and nato’s defence innovation accelerator for the north atlantic (diana) by supporting joint projects , joint research and joint investment in cutting-edge defence technologies. ### 11. urges the commission and member states to strengthen cooperation between the eda’s defence innovation hub and nato’s defence innovation accelerator for the north atlantic (diana) by supporting joint projects , joint research and joint investment in cutting-edge defence technologies taking into account the autonomy of decisions of both organisations;


### a. whereas the indo-pacific region is home to increasingly important political , trade and security partners for the eu , including thailand; ### a. whereas the indo-pacific region is home to increasingly important political , trade and security partners for the eu , including thailand; whereas a free , connected and stable indo-pacific region based on rules and respect for international law , in line with our principles and standards , is highly desirable for the security and interests of the union;


### 5. notes that the support of partners in the indo-pacific region has been and remains very valuable with regard to voting in the un general assembly relating to russia’s unjustified , unprovoked and illegal war on ukraine; welcomes the fact that thailand voted to condemn russia’s aggression against ukraine and appreciates the humanitarian aid provided by thailand to ukraine; ### 5. notes that the support of partners in the indo-pacific region has been and remains very valuable with regard to voting in the un general assembly relating to russia’s unjustified , unprovoked and illegal war on ukraine; welcomes the fact that thailand voted to condemn russia’s aggression against ukraine and appreciates the humanitarian aid provided by thailand to ukraine; welcomes also thailand’s vote in favour of the latest resolution adopted by the un general assembly on 23 february , the anniversary of the start of russia's war against ukraine;


### a. whereas civilian crisis management has become established as a key pillar of the eu’s csdp since 1999 in conflict prevention , stabilisation and promotion of sustainable peace; whereas the demand for civilian crisis management has grown , also as a result of russia’s unprovoked and unjustified war of aggression against ukraine; ### a. whereas civilian crisis management has become established as a key pillar of the eu’s csdp since 1999 in conflict prevention , stabilisation and promotion of sustainable peace; whereas the first ever csdp mission launched by the eu was a civilian mission; whereas eu’s first civilian crisis management mission , eu police mission (eupm) bosnia herzegovina was launched in 2003; whereas since then 23 civilian missions have been deployed on three different continents , which shows that the demand for civilian crisis management has grown , also as a result of russia’s unprovoked and unjustifie d war of aggression against ukraine;


### b. whereas civilian csdp contributes to the integrated approach to conflicts and crises in areas such as policing , the rule of law , civil administration , security sector reform (ssr) and monitoring in line with articles 42 and 43 teu , and is accompanied by complementary measures implemented in the context of the eu’s global europe instrument; ### b. whereas civilian csdp contributes to the integrated approach to conflicts and crises in areas such as policing , the rule of law , civil administration , security sector reform (ssr) and monitoring in line with articles 42 and 43 teu , and is accompanied by complementary measures implemented in the context of the eu’s global europe instrument , strengthening international security;


### c. whereas civilian csdp tasks have , over the years , broadened to include , inter alia , transitional justice , mediation , dialogue and conflict analysis , and have also adapted to new and emerging challenges such as hybrid threats , including cyberattacks and foreign influence , and the manipulation of information; ### c. whereas civilian csdp tasks have , over the years , broadened to include , inter alia , transitional justice , mediation , dialogue and conflict analysis , and have also adapted to new and emerging challenges such as hybrid and malign threats , including cyberattacks , foreign interference and disinformation;


### 2. respects the commitment and expertise of the personnel serving in civilian csdp missions; ### 2. respects the commitment and expertise of the personnel serving in civilian csdp missions; notes that the eu also plays a key role in providing jobs in this regard by deploying 15.000 international and local staff;


### 4. believes that traditional civilian csdp tasks such as policing , the rule of law , civil administration , ssr and monitoring remain very important in order to stabilise and modernise the security and justice sectors; underlines the need to continue updating and enlarging tasks in the framework of the integrated approach and the treaties in light of the new risks and threats that have emerged; stresses the need to integrate and strengthen cross-cutting issues , in particular: ### 4. believes that traditional civilian csdp tasks such as policing , the rule of law , civil administration , ssr , monitoring and disarmament as well as demobilisation remain very important in order to stabilise and modernise the security and justice sectors; underlines the need to continue updating and enlarging tasks in the framework of the integrated approach and the treaties in light of the new risks and threats that have emerged and have thus led to a new security environment; stresses the need to integrate and strengthen cross-cutting issues , in particular:


### 11. calls for clear exit strategies for civilian missions , allowing for swifter closure of missions when operational and political objectives are met; ### 11. calls for the introduction of exit strategies for civilian missions , allowing for swifter closure of missions when operational and political objectives are met;


### 14. calls for a civilian capability development process to be set up to assess the capability needs , develop requirements , conduct a gap analysis and periodically review progress; ### 14. calls for a civilian capability development process to be set up to assess the availabilities of member states capability needs , develop requirements , conduct a gap analysis and periodically review progress;


### 15. deplores the fact that in spite of being one of the core commitments in the compact , civilian csdp missions persistently suffer from member states not delivering on their pledges to provide sufficient personnel , with 10 member states currently providing 78 % of seconded personnel , and 17 member states only 22 %; calls on all member states to ensure that they provide seconded staff to fill 100 % of all operational positions and to provide at least 60 % of the seconded staff for non-operational positions; ### 15. regrets the fact that in spite of being one of the core commitments in the compact , civilian csdp missions persistently suffer from member states not delivering on their pledges to provide sufficient personnel , with 10 member states currently providing 78 % of seconded personnel , and 17 member states only 22 %; calls on all member states to ensure that they provide seconded staff to fill 100 % of all operational positions and to provide at least 60 % of the seconded staff for non-operational positions;


### 16. stresses the need to reform the human resources policy and management system , and to ensure that the working conditions in civilian csdp missions contribute to a safer and more inclusive environment; welcomes the eeas’s efforts to address weaknesses in the support provided to staff in missions , including the revision of the code of conduct , with a particular focus on human rights principles; ### 16. stresses the need to reform the human resources policy and management system , and to ensure that the working conditions in civilian csdp missions contribute to a safer and more inclusive environment , especially for women; welcomes the eeas’s efforts to address weaknesses in the support provided to staff in missions , including the revision of the code of conduct , with a particular focus on human rights principles;


### 17. deplores the stretched resources of the eeas in the field of civilian csdp in general , including cpcc , which currently provides support to 11 missions of 2 200 personnel with a staff of 110 people; calls for the member states to ensure the rapid development of cpcc into a fully functional operational headquarters , by ensuring it has the necessary funds , personnel and expertise at its disposal; stresses the need to increase complementarity and synergies with military csdp , while keeping the civilian and military chains of command separate; ### 17. deplores the stretched resources of the eeas in the field of civilian csdp in general , including cpcc , which currently provides support to 11 missions of 2 200 personnel with a staff of 110 people; calls for the member states to ensure the rapid development of cpcc into a fully functional operational headquarters , by ensuring it has the necessary funds , personnel and expertise at its disposal; stresses the need to increase complementarity and synergies with military csdp;


### 20. underlines that the cfsp budget for civilian csdp missions has only marginally increased from the multiannual financial framework (mff) 2014-2020 to the mff 2021-2027 (from a starting point of approximately eur 350 million per year) , while at the same time the number and tasks of missions has increased , the security environment has become more challenging , the cost of operations has increased , inflation has grown and the number of contracted personnel has increased , making it extremely difficult to expand the current missions’ mandates or for new missions to be established to respond to urgent security needs; ### 20. regrets that the cfsp budget for civilian csdp missions has only marginally increased from the multiannual financial framework (mff) 2014-2020 to the mff 2021-2027 (from a starting point of approximately eur 350 million per year) , while at the same time the number and tasks of missions has increased , the security environment has become more challenging , the cost of operations has increased , inflation has grown and the number of contracted personnel has increased , making it extremely difficult to expand the current missions’ mandates or for new missions to be established to respond to urgent security needs;


### 23. regrets the fact that while eu spending on defence has recently increased considerably , the funding for civilian csdp has not; notes that the strategic compass fails to take into account the fact that civilian capabilities also require enhanced funds; ### 23. welcomes that many military csdp operations are complemented by civilian missions; notes that the strategic compass fails to take into account the fact that civilian capabilities also require enhanced funds;


### 24. underlines the fundamental role of parliament as a budgetary authority and in the scrutiny of csdp , including civilian csdp missions; strongly insists that it be provided with all the information necessary to carry out its responsibilities in accordance with the treaties and towards its citizens; ### 24. underlines the fundamental role of parliament as a budgetary authority and in the scrutiny of csdp , including civilian csdp missions; strongly insists that it be provided with all the information necessary to carry out its responsibilities in accordance with the treaties and towards its citizens; calls for a stronger involvement of the european parliament in cfsp civilian missions decision-making process;


### — having regard to un security council resolution 1244 (1999) of 10 june 1999 , to the international court of justice (icj) advisory opinion of 22 july 2010 on the accordance with international law of the unilateral declaration of independence in respect of kosovo , and to un general assembly resolution 64/298 of 9 september 2010 , which acknowledged the content of the icj opinion and welcomed the eu’s readiness to facilitate dialogue between serbia and kosovo , ### — having regard to un security council resolution 1244 (1999) of 10 june 1999 , to the international court of justice (icj) advisory opinion of 22 july 2010 on the accordance with international law of the unilateral declaration of independence in respect of kosovo* and to un general assembly resolution 64/298 of 9 september 2010 , which acknowledged the content of the icj opinion and welcomed the eu’s readiness to facilitate dialogue between serbia and kosovo ,


### — having regard to un security council resolution 1244 (1999) of 10 june 1999 , to the international court of justice (icj) advisory opinion of 22 july 2010 on the accordance with international law of the unilateral declaration of independence in respect of kosovo , and to un general assembly resolution 64/298 of 9 september 2010 , which acknowledged the content of the icj opinion and welcomed the eu’s readiness to facilitate dialogue between serbia and kosovo , ### — having regard to un security council resolution 1244 (1999) of 10 june 1999 , to the international court of justice (icj) advisory opinion of 22 july 2010 on the accordance with international law of the unilateral declaration of independence in respect of kosovo , and to un general assembly resolution 64/298 of 9 september 2010 ,


### — having regard to the first agreement on principles governing the normalisation of relations between the governments of serbia and kosovo of 19 april 2013 , to the agreements of 25 august 2015 , and to the ongoing eu-facilitated dialogue for the normalisation of relations , ### — having regard to the first agreement on principles governing the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo of 19 april 2013 , to the agreements of 25 august 2015 , and to the ongoing eu-facilitated dialogue for the normalisation of relations ,


### — having regard to the agreement on free movement between the governments of serbia and kosovo of 27 august 2022 , and to the agreement on licence plates of 23 november 2022 , ### — having regard to the agreement on free movement between serbia and kosovo of 27 august 2022 , and to the agreement on licence plates of 23 november 2022 ,


### c. whereas serbia as a candidate country should be judged on its own merits; ### c. whereas serbia as a candidate country should be judged on its own merits , that includes respect and unwavering commitment for european shared rights and values and alignment with eu’s foreign and security policy;


### c. whereas serbia as a candidate country should be judged on its own merits; ### c. whereas serbia as a candidate country should be judged on its own merits; whereas serbia's path towards eu membership depends on the normalisation of relations with its neighbor kosovo;


### d. whereas serbia is the biggest beneficiary of the eu’s pre-accession assistance in the western balkans; ### d. whereas serbia is the biggest beneficiary of the eu’s pre-accession assistance in the western balkans , while the eu is the principal donor of financial assistance to serbia;


### d. whereas serbia is the biggest beneficiary of the eu’s pre-accession assistance in the western balkans; ### d. whereas serbia is the biggest beneficiary of the eu’s pre-accession assistance in the western balkans amounting 1.404 billion in ipa ii funding since 2014;


### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal; underlines the fact that progress on the rule of law and fundamental rights , the normalisation of relations with kosovo and alignment with the cfsp will determine the dynamics of the accession process; ### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal and in this context , welcomes the appointment of the new minister for european integration; underlines the fact that progress on the rule of law and fundamental rights and on the normalisation of relations with kosovo will determine the dynamics of the accession process , as set out in the negotiating framework; underlines , in this context , that the importance of eu’s common foreign and security policy (cfsp) alignment remains essential;


### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal; underlines the fact that progress on the rule of law and fundamental rights , the normalisation of relations with kosovo and alignment with the cfsp will determine the dynamics of the accession process; ### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal; underlines the fact that progress on the rule of law and fundamental rights , the normalisation of relations with kosovo and alignment with the cfsp , especially with regards to russia's war of aggression against ukraine , will determine the dynamics of the accession process;


### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal; underlines the fact that progress on the rule of law and fundamental rights , the normalisation of relations with kosovo and alignment with the cfsp will determine the dynamics of the accession process; ### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal; underlines the fact that progress on the rule of law and fundamental rights , commitment to the shared european rights and values , the normalisation and de-escalation of relations with kosovo and alignment with the cfsp will determine the dynamics of the accession process;


### 2. regrets serbia’s continued low level of alignment with the cfsp , in particular in the context of the russian war on ukraine; underlines the fact that , as a candidate country , serbia must adhere to the eu’s principles and policies , and alignment with a warmongering autocratic regime is unacceptable; ### 2. regrets serbia’s continued low level of alignment with the cfsp , in particular in the context of russia's unprovoked and unjustified war of aggression against ukraine; underlines the fact that , as a candidate country , serbia must adhere to the eu’s principles and policies , and alignment with a warmongering autocratic regime is unacceptable; stresses that serbia is one of the only european countries not aligning with eu sanctions against russia; expresses great concern over serbia's behaviour , most notably serbian president aleksandar vučić , towards the russian aggression against ukraine;


### 2. regrets serbia’s continued low level of alignment with the cfsp , in particular in the context of the russian war on ukraine; underlines the fact that , as a candidate country , serbia must adhere to the eu’s principles and policies , and alignment with a warmongering autocratic regime is unacceptable; ### 2. regrets serbia’s continued insufficient commitment and low level of alignment with the cfsp , in particular in the context of the russian war on ukraine; regrets that in 2022 , the european commission noted backsliding in one of the negotiating chapters , notably in chapter 31 on foreign , security and defence policy; underlines the fact that , as a candidate country , serbia must adhere to the eu’s principles and policies; alignment with any warmongering autocratic regime is unacceptable;


### 2. regrets serbia’s continued low level of alignment with the cfsp , in particular in the context of the russian war on ukraine; underlines the fact that , as a candidate country , serbia must adhere to the eu’s principles and policies , and alignment with a warmongering autocratic regime is unacceptable; ### 2. regrets serbia’s continued low level of alignment with the cfsp , in particular in the context of the russian war on ukraine; underlines the fact that , as a candidate country , serbia must adhere to the eu’s principles and policies , and alignment with a warmongering autocratic regime is unacceptable; welcomes , in this regard , the president vucic's recent statements concerning serbia's support for ukraine's territorial integrity;


### 2. regrets serbia’s continued low level of alignment with the cfsp , in particular in the context of the russian war on ukraine; underlines the fact that , as a candidate country , serbia must adhere to the eu’s principles and policies , and alignment with a warmongering autocratic regime is unacceptable; ### 2. regrets serbia’s continued low level of alignment with the cfsp that has dropped to 45% since the last report , in particular in the context of the russian war on ukraine; underlines the fact that , as a candidate country , serbia must adhere to the eu’s principles and policies , and alignment with a warmongering autocratic regime is unacceptable;


### 3. notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures against russia; deplores serbia’s close relationship with russia; ### 3. notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures and most declarations on behalf of the high representative/vice-president of the european commission against russia; welcomes serbia’s alignment with eu’s restrictive measures against belarus for its role in the russian invasion of ukraine , as well as measures against former ukrainian leadership; welcomes serbia’s energy assistance to and reconstruction efforts in ukraine; deplores , however , serbia’s continued close relationship with russia; is concerned about the degree to which russian officials influence some decisions of serbian public institutions;


### 3. notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures against russia; deplores serbia’s close relationship with russia; ### 3. notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures against russia; deplores serbia’s close relationship with russia; strongly advocates a policy of cooperation with the north atlantic alliance so as to create the conditions for an expansion of the security space in the western balkans region , and expresses regret at the intensification of cooperation with the russian federation;


### 3. notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures against russia; deplores serbia’s close relationship with russia; ### 3. notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures against russia; deplores the close relationship between the government of serbia and the russian federation , which represents an extremely malign factor and a barrier for the development of serbia into a fully democratic and prosperous nation;


### 3. notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures against russia; deplores serbia’s close relationship with russia; ### 3. welcomes serbia’s support for territorial integrity and sovereignty of ukraine; notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures against russia and belarus; deplores serbia’s close relationship with russia;


### 3. notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures against russia; deplores serbia’s close relationship with russia; ### 3. notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures against russia; deplores serbia’s close relationship and partnership with russia;


### 3. notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures against russia; deplores serbia’s close relationship with russia; ### 3. notes serbia’s alignment with the eu in voting in favour of relevant un general assembly resolutions and russia’s suspension from the human rights council; regrets , however , the fact that serbia has consistently failed to align with the eu’s restrictive measures against russia and belarus; deplores serbia’s close relationship with russia;


### 4. regrets the fact that key components of serbian foreign policy run directly counter to eu positions , including the signature of agreements setting out joint foreign policy priorities between serbia and russia for 2023-2024 and meetings with senior officials from russia who are on the eu sanctions list; is concerned by the appointment of the director of the security intelligence agency , who is known for his anti-eu and pro-kremlin rhetoric; ### 4. regrets the fact that some key components of serbian foreign policy run counter to eu positions , including the signature of the plan of consultations between the ministry of foreign affairs of serbia and the ministry of foreign affairs of russia for 2023-2024 and meetings with senior officials from russia who are on the eu sanctions list; is concerned by the appointment of the director of the security intelligence agency , who is known for his anti-eu and pro-kremlin rhetoric; underlines that mutual trust between serbia and the eu and serbia’s genuine commitment to eu integration are essential in the context of the ongoing russian aggression against ukraine;


### 4. regrets the fact that key components of serbian foreign policy run directly counter to eu positions , including the signature of agreements setting out joint foreign policy priorities between serbia and russia for 2023-2024 and meetings with senior officials from russia who are on the eu sanctions list; is concerned by the appointment of the director of the security intelligence agency , who is known for his anti-eu and pro-kremlin rhetoric; ### 4. regrets the fact that key components of serbian foreign policy run directly counter to eu positions , including the signature of agreements setting out joint foreign policy priorities between serbia and russia for 2023-2024 and meetings with senior officials from russia who are on the eu sanctions list; is concerned by the appointment of the director of the security intelligence agency , who is known for his anti-eu and pro-kremlin rhetoric; calls on serbia to credibly distance itself from anti-democratic ideologies;


### 5. expresses concern about the decreasing public support for eu membership in serbia; ### 5. recalls that the eu accession processes is based primarily on the candidate country’s genuine willingness to adhere to eu values and principles; expresses concern about the recent decreasing trend in public support for eu membership in serbia which remains consistently the lowest in the region and is a result of a long-standing anti-eu political rhetoric; recalls that the eu is serbia’s main political and economic partner and by far the largest donor; expects that the government of serbia takes measures to counter disinformation about the eu and supports the accession process at the level of the serbian population actively;


### 5. expresses concern about the decreasing public support for eu membership in serbia; ### 5. expresses concern that according to the latest polls a majority of serbian citizens are against joining the eu; calls on serbian government , the commission , eu member states and the eu delegation to serbia to pursue more active and effective communication strategy in order to promote the role and benefits of eu funded projects and reforms;


### 5. expresses concern about the decreasing public support for eu membership in serbia; ### 5. expresses concern about the decreasing public support for eu membership in serbia and calls on the eeas and , in particular , the eu's delegation to serbia , to strengthen its public outreach beyond belgrade;


### 5. expresses concern about the decreasing public support for eu membership in serbia; ### 5. expresses concern about the decreasing public support for eu membership in serbia , as well as growing support for the russian regime;


### 6. notes the initial steps taken by serbia to align with the eu’s list of non-eu countries whose nationals require visas for the eu and calls for further alignment; ### 6. condemns the fact that serbia has previously used migration as a weapon against eu; notes the initial steps taken by serbia to align with the eu’s list of non-eu countries whose nationals require visas for the eu and calls for further alignment; calls on serbia to fully align with eu visa policy and refrain in the future from using migration as a weapon; calls on serbia to continue to contribute to the management of the mixed migration flows towards the eu by cooperating effectively with its neighbours and eu member states; regrets in this regard that serbia continues its attempts to isolate its neighbouring country kosovo from the international scene by using its visa regime as a campaign against kosovo's recognition;


### 6. notes the initial steps taken by serbia to align with the eu’s list of non-eu countries whose nationals require visas for the eu and calls for further alignment; ### 6. welcomes the steps taken by serbia to align with the eu’s list of non-eu countries whose nationals require visas for the eu and calls for further alignment; notes that since autumn 2022 serbia has cancelled visa-free regimes with 6 countries , including the ones identified as priorities (india , tunisia , burundi and cuba); this has led to a decrease of numbers of citizens from these countries crossing illegally into eu member states and applying for asylum; welcomes serbia’s continued good cooperation with frontex and the opening of negotiations for concluding a broader agreement;


### 6. notes the initial steps taken by serbia to align with the eu’s list of non-eu countries whose nationals require visas for the eu and calls for further alignment; ### 6. notes the initial steps taken by serbia to align with the eu’s list of non-eu countries whose nationals require visas for the eu and calls for further alignment , in particular with those third countries with present irregular migration or security risk to the eu;


### 7. notes the approval of the amendments to the serbian constitution and stresses that the reform process should continue as a matter of priority; ### 7. welcomes the approval of the amendments to the serbian constitution following the referendum in january 2022 , which aims to strengthen the independence of the judiciary and enhance the transparency and effectiveness of the serbia’s rule of law institutions; welcomes the adoption of the new judicial laws by the serbian national assembly on 9 february 2023; welcomes the constructive and inclusive consultation process leading up to their adoption; stresses that the reform process should continue through the adoption of the relevant implementing legislation in line with european best practices , fully implementing the venice commission recommendations and in line with the constitutional deadlines; calls on serbia's public institutions to strengthen the safeguards for the independence and efficiency of the judiciary as a matter of priority;


### 8. welcomes the adoption of measures on improving the electoral conditions and media environment ahead of the april 2022 elections as a result of the inter-party dialogue facilitated by the european parliament; welcomes the readiness of the national assembly to continue this dialogue; ### 8. welcomes the adoption of measures on improving the electoral conditions ahead of the april 2022 elections as a result of the inter-party dialogue (ipd) facilitated by the european parliament; welcomes the readiness of the national assembly to continue this dialogue process; welcomes the readiness of the national assembly to continue this cooperation and supports the establishment of european parliament’s co-facilitated parliamentary dialogue in serbia;


### 8. welcomes the adoption of measures on improving the electoral conditions and media environment ahead of the april 2022 elections as a result of the inter-party dialogue facilitated by the european parliament; welcomes the readiness of the national assembly to continue this dialogue; ### 8. welcomes the adoption of measures on improving the electoral conditions and media environment ahead of the april 2022 elections as a result of the inter-party dialogue facilitated by the european parliament; welcomes the readiness of all political parties to take part in the work of national assembly the readiness of the national assembly to continue this dialogue;


### 9. notes the conclusions of the final report of the organization for security and co-operation in europe / office for democratic institutions and human rights election observation mission , according to which the 3 april 2022 parliamentary elections presented diverse political options , but a number of shortcomings resulted in an uneven playing field , favouring the incumbents; calls on the serbian authorities to fully address the outstanding recommendations well ahead of the next elections; ### 9. notes the conclusions of the final report of the organization for security and co-operation in europe / office for democratic institutions and human rights election observation mission , according to which the 3 april 2022 parliamentary elections presented diverse political options , but a number of shortcomings resulted in an uneven playing field , favouring the incumbents; calls on the serbian authorities to address fully the outstanding recommendations , in particular contestants’ access to media , enhanced transparency and accountability of campaign finance , and measures to tackle pressure on voters and misuse of administrative resources well ahead of the next elections , in consultation with expert civil society organisations;


### 9. notes the conclusions of the final report of the organization for security and co-operation in europe / office for democratic institutions and human rights election observation mission , according to which the 3 april 2022 parliamentary elections presented diverse political options , but a number of shortcomings resulted in an uneven playing field , favouring the incumbents; calls on the serbian authorities to fully address the outstanding recommendations well ahead of the next elections; ### 9. notes the conclusions of the final report of the organization for security and co-operation in europe / office for democratic institutions and human rights election observation mission , according to which the 3 april 2022 parliamentary elections presented diverse political options , but a number of shortcomings resulted in an uneven playing field , favouring the incumbents; calls on the serbian authorities to fully address the outstanding recommendations well ahead of the next elections in order to avoid recorded irregularities;


### 10. welcomes the participation of all relevant political actors in the early parliamentary elections , resulting in a more pluralistic parliament; regrets , however , the delays in the formation of the new parliament and government , which resulted in limited decision-making , including on eu-related reforms; ### 10. welcomes the participation of all relevant political actors in the early parliamentary elections , resulting in a more pluralistic parliament; regrets , however , the delays in the finalisation of election results and in the formation of the new parliament and government , which resulted in delays in important decision-making , including on eu-related reforms;


### 11. notes some progress in the fight against corruption; stresses the fact that more effort and political will are needed to achieve tangible results , in particular with regard to serious and organised crime; ### 11. notes some progress in the fight against corruption; stresses the fact that more effort and political will are needed to achieve tangible results , in particular with regard to serious and organised crime , and a convincing track record with effective investigations , prosecutions and final convictions , including freezing and confiscation of criminal assets;


### 11. notes some progress in the fight against corruption; stresses the fact that more effort and political will are needed to achieve tangible results , in particular with regard to serious and organised crime; ### 11. notes some progress in the fight against corruption; stresses the fact that more demonstrable effort and political will are needed to achieve tangible results , in particular with regard to serious and organised crime;


### 12. notes that serbia’s adequate legislative and institutional framework for upholding fundamental rights needs to be put into practice; urges the serbian authorities to intensify their efforts to safeguard human rights; ### 12. stresses that respect for human rights is an essential element of democracy and progress on the european path; notes that serbia’s adequate legislative and institutional framework for upholding fundamental rights needs to be put into practice; calls on the serbian authorities to intensify their efforts to safeguard human rights , notably in regards to specific vulnerable groups , including by strengthening human rights institutions , and by investigating and prosecuting the perpetrators of human right violations;


### 12. notes that serbia’s adequate legislative and institutional framework for upholding fundamental rights needs to be put into practice; urges the serbian authorities to intensify their efforts to safeguard human rights; ### 12. notes that serbia’s adequate legislative and institutional framework for upholding fundamental rights needs to be put into practice; urges the serbian authorities to intensify their efforts to safeguard human rights and to foster an environment in which european values and approaches can flourish and become consistent attitudes within the wider serbian society and which can assist with the fulfilment of the nation’s european aspirations;


### 13. deplores the stagnation on freedom of expression , the cases of hate speech and smear campaigns and the increasing number of strategic lawsuits against public participation (slapps) in the country; reiterates that pressure and attacks on activists , journalists and media outlets are unacceptable; urges the authorities to investigate and prosecute all such offences , including those against the investigative outlet krik and the daily newspaper danas , and to create an environment in which freedom of expression can genuinely flourish; ### 13. deplores the stagnation on freedom of expression , the cases of hate speech and smear campaigns and the increasing number of strategic lawsuits against public participation (slapps) in the country; reiterates that pressure and attacks on activists , journalists and media outlets are unacceptable; urges the authorities to investigate and prosecute all such offences , including those against the investigative outlet krik and the daily newspaper danas , and to create an environment in which freedom of expression can genuinely flourish; notes the continuing impunity in the cases of the murder of slavko ćuruvija and the attack against milan jovanović; condemns attacks against local media; in this respect , welcomes the establishment of the working group for the protection of journalists under the prime minister's office;


### 14. condemns the opening of an rt (formerly russia today) office in belgrade and the launch of its online news service in serbian; urges the serbian authorities to counter hybrid threats and align with the council’s decision on the suspension of the broadcasting activities of sputnik and rt; calls on serbia to fight disinformation , including manipulative anti-eu narratives; ### 14. condemns the opening of an rt (formerly russia today) office in belgrade and the launch of its online news service in serbian; urges the serbian authorities to counter hybrid threats and align with the council’s decision on the suspension of the broadcasting activities of sputnik and rt; calls on serbia to fight disinformation , including manipulative anti-eu narratives; calls on the serbian authorities to develop specific infrastructure in order to fight disinformation and other hybrid threats , as a tolerant attitude towards this toxic and dangerous environment , promoted and sustained by malign external influences , may have seriously negative consequences on serbia’s prospect of eu integration;


### 14. condemns the opening of an rt (formerly russia today) office in belgrade and the launch of its online news service in serbian; urges the serbian authorities to counter hybrid threats and align with the council’s decision on the suspension of the broadcasting activities of sputnik and rt; calls on serbia to fight disinformation , including manipulative anti-eu narratives; ### 14. notes the disproportionate visibility given to third countries and their media outlets on behalf of serbia; condemns the opening of an rt (formerly russia today) office in belgrade and the launch of its online news service in serbian; urges the serbian authorities to counter hybrid threats and align with the council’s decision on the suspension of the broadcasting activities of sputnik and rt; calls on serbia to fight disinformation , including manipulative anti-eu narratives;


### 14. condemns the opening of an rt (formerly russia today) office in belgrade and the launch of its online news service in serbian; urges the serbian authorities to counter hybrid threats and align with the council’s decision on the suspension of the broadcasting activities of sputnik and rt; calls on serbia to fight disinformation , including manipulative anti-eu narratives; ### 14. condemns the opening of an rt (formerly russia today) office in belgrade and the launch of its online news service in serbian in addition to the already available international english broadcast; urges the serbian authorities to counter hybrid threats and align with the council’s decision on the suspension of the broadcasting activities of sputnik and rt; calls on serbia to fight disinformation , including manipulative anti-eu narratives;


### 15. expresses concern about the delayed implementation of the media strategy and the related action plan; urges the government to increase the transparency of media ownership and financing and ensure the independence of the regulatory authority for electronic media (rem); ### 15. expresses concern about the delayed implementation of the media strategy and the related action plan; urges the government to increase the transparency of media ownership and financing and ensure the independence of the regulatory authority for electronic media (rem); recalls that media ownership should be available for public scrutiny;


### 15. expresses concern about the delayed implementation of the media strategy and the related action plan; urges the government to increase the transparency of media ownership and financing and ensure the independence of the regulatory authority for electronic media (rem); ### 15. expresses concern about the delayed implementation of the media strategy and the related action plan; encourages its speedy implementation; urges the government to increase the transparency of media ownership and financing and ensure the independence of the regulatory authority for electronic media (rem);


### 16. regrets the fact that the rem awarded four national frequencies to channels that have a history of violating journalistic standards; calls for the fifth licence to be awarded through a transparent and impartial process; ### 16. regrets the fact that the rem awarded four national frequencies to pro-government channels that have a history of violating journalistic standards , including spreading disinformation and supporting kremlin’s narrative on russia’s war in ukraine; calls for the fifth licence to be awarded through a transparent and impartial process to create a more pluralistic media space;


### 16. regrets the fact that the rem awarded four national frequencies to channels that have a history of violating journalistic standards; calls for the fifth licence to be awarded through a transparent and impartial process; ### 16. regrets the fact that the rem awarded four national frequencies to channels that have a history of violating journalistic standards; calls for the fifth licence to be awarded through a transparent and impartial process without unnecessary delay and in compliance with international media freedom standards;


### 17. underlines the importance of a framework enabling civil society organisations to operate freely and participate in policy-making in inclusive and meaningful ways; ### 17. underlines the importance of a framework enabling civil society organisations to operate freely and participate in policy-making in inclusive and meaningful ways; welcomes the adoption of the national strategy for an enabling environment for civil society development and an action plan for the implementation of the strategy for creating a conducive environment for the development of civil society and calls for its implementation without delay;


### 18. welcomes the significant representation of national minorities in the new parliament; ### 18. takes note of the presence of representatives of national minorities in parliament , while pointing out that not all minorities are represented and that there are still no reserved parliamentary seats for national minorities;


### 18. welcomes the significant representation of national minorities in the new parliament; ### 18. welcomes the significant representation of national minorities in the new parliament; calls on the serbian government to respect the rights of national minorities present within the borders of serbia and to continue with the implementation of a positive agenda on this issue , in full conformity with eu principles and legislation; urges serbian authorities to step up efforts to ensure the non-discriminatory treatment of all national minorities;


### 18. welcomes the significant representation of national minorities in the new parliament; ### 18. welcomes the significant representation of national minorities in the new parliament; encourages the serbian authorities to step up efforts to ensure the non-discriminatory treatment of ethnic , religious and sexual minorities and other vulnerable groups and to ensure swift processing of discrimination cases against women , ethnic minorities , the lgbtiq community , refugees , displaced persons , and people with disabilities;


### 18. welcomes the significant representation of national minorities in the new parliament; ### 18. welcomes the significant representation of national minorities in the new parliament , but is concerned with the practice of pro forma representation of national minorities who are under government control , and calls on all newly elected members of parliament to ensure national minority rights are protected and legislation is implemented in practice;


### 18. welcomes the significant representation of national minorities in the new parliament; ### 18. welcomes the significant representation of national minorities in the new parliament; welcomes the appointment of representative of croatian minority as minister of human and minority rights and social dialogue in the new serbian government;


### 19. is concerned about gender-based discrimination and violence; calls on the government to adopt the overdue action plan and funding for the strategy relating to violence against women and domestic violence; ### 19. is concerned about gender-based discrimination and violence , including verbal violence in the national assembly;


### 20. welcomes the holding in belgrade of the first-ever europride march in south-east europe; regrets the contradictory communication by the serbian authorities , including the initial ban on the march; ### 20. welcomes the organisation of the first-ever europride march in south-east europe which took place in belgrade; regrets , however , the contradictory and unclear communication by the serbian authorities , including the initial ban on the march; notes with concern that investigation , prosecution and penalties for hate speech , threats and attacks against members of the lgbtiq community are often inadequate;


### 21. welcomes the adoption of a new general protocol for the protection of children from abuse and neglect; encourages serbia to improve the situation of all children; ### 21. welcomes the adoption of a new general protocol for the protection of children from abuse and neglect; encourages serbia to improve the situation of all children , especially those from vulnerable groups and with disabilities; calls for the adoption of a national action plan for the rights of the child as the previous one expired in 2015;


### 21. welcomes the adoption of a new general protocol for the protection of children from abuse and neglect; encourages serbia to improve the situation of all children; ### 21. welcomes the adoption of a new general protocol for the protection of children from abuse and neglect; calls on serbia to also amend its family law to explicitly prohibit corporal punishment of children in the family and to ban child marriage and to take other concrete actions to improve the situation of all children;


### 22. welcomes the adoption of new strategies on anti-discrimination and roma inclusion and calls for their effective implementation; ### 22. welcomes the adoption of new strategies on anti-discrimination and roma inclusion , as well as action plans on gender equality and roma inclusion and calls for their effective implementation; underlines that more tangible results are still needed to guarantee the rights of persons belonging to national minorities , especially in the areas of education , use of minority languages , access to media and religious services in minority languages;


### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country; ### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives if they include the region in its entirety; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country; underlines that such behaviour is deeply concerning and can be crucial in assessing serbia to advance on their european path;


### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country; ### 23. reiterates that good neighbourly relations and regional cooperation remain essential elements of the enlargement process; notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; welcomes recent improvement in bilateral relations between serbia and croatia and a constructive approach to solving outstanding bilateral issues; in this regards , welcomes the appointment of minister of human and minority rights and social dialogue from the croatian minority; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country;


### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country; ### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country; stresses the importance of regional cooperation and good neighborly relations as one of the key political criteria in the accession negotiations; emphasize the importance of developing good neighborly relations , implementing bilateral agreements and solving open bilateral issues;


### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country; ### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country; calls on the authorities in belgrade to follow the positive example of serbia’s neighbouring countries that are members of the eu and stresses the progress that these nations have achieved since receiving full membership of the union , as this can provide an incentive for continuing and deepening cooperation;


### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country; ### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country; urges serbia to deliver convincing results , including a sustainable track record with effective investigations in areas of concern such as the judiciary , prosecution of war crimes perpetrators , restitution of stolen cultural treasure and identification of missing persons and mass graves;


### 24. reiterates its full support for the eu special representative for the belgrade-pristina dialogue; calls on serbia and kosovo to engage in this dialogue in good faith and in the spirit of compromise to achieve a comprehensive , legally binding agreement on the normalisation of their relations in accordance with international law; calls for the full implementation of all the relevant agreements , including the establishment of the association/community of serb-majority municipalities; ### 24. reiterates its full support for the eu special representative for the belgrade-pristina dialogue; calls on serbia and kosovo to engage in this dialogue in good faith and in the spirit of compromise with a view to the normalisation of their relations; calls for the full implementation of all the relevant agreements , including the establishment of the association/community of serb-majority municipalities;


### 24. reiterates its full support for the eu special representative for the belgrade-pristina dialogue; calls on serbia and kosovo to engage in this dialogue in good faith and in the spirit of compromise to achieve a comprehensive , legally binding agreement on the normalisation of their relations in accordance with international law; calls for the full implementation of all the relevant agreements , including the establishment of the association/community of serb-majority municipalities; ### 24. reiterates its full support for the eu special representative for the belgrade-pristina dialogue; calls on serbia and kosovo to engage in this dialogue in good faith and in the spirit of compromise to achieve a comprehensive , legally binding agreement on the normalisation of their relations based on mutual recognition in accordance with international law; notes that this achievement is crucial for both countries to advance on their respective european paths; calls for the full implementation of all the relevant agreements in good faith and in a timely manner , including the establishment of the association/community of serb-majority municipalities;