### it is essential to further step up cooperation on migration with partner countries , reaping the benefits of well - managed and regular migration and effectively addressing irregular migration . such cooperation should contribute to ensuring access to international protection , addressing the root causes of irregular migration , enhancing border management and pursuing efforts in the fight against irregular migration , trafficking in human beings and migrant smuggling , and working on returns , readmission and reintegration where relevant , on the basis of mutual accountability and full respect of humanitarian and human rights obligations . therefore , third countries ' effective cooperation with the union in this area should be an integral element in the general principles of this regulation . an increased coherence between migration and development cooperation policies is important to ensure that development assistance supports partner countries to manage migration more effectively . this regulation should contribute to a coordinated , holistic and structured approach to migration , maximising the synergies and applying the necessary leverage . ### cooperation on migration with partner countries should be based on the global compact on safe , orderly and regular migration and the global compact on refugees and enable developing countries to reap the benefits of well - managed and regular migration , effectively addressing the root causes of forced migration and displacement and alleviate the burden of developing countries which host the highest number of refugees worldwide . it should contribute to ensuring access to international protection and work on reintegration after return where relevant in a conflict sensitive manner to avoid negative impacts on conflict dynamics . the cooperation should contribute to facilitate safe and regular migration , engagement with diaspora , financial intermediaries and programmes enhancing the development impact of remittances . such cooperation should be based on mutual accountability , with full respect of humanitarian and human rights obligations .


### a rights - based approach encompassing all human rights , whether civil and political or economic , social and cultural shall be applied in order to integrate human rights principles , to support the right holders in claiming their rights with a focus on poorer and more vulnerable groups and to assist partner countries in implementing their international human rights obligations . this regulation shall promote gender equality and women’s empowerment . ### a rights - based approach encompassing all human rights , whether civil and political or economic , social and cultural , shall be applied in order to integrate human rights principles including women’s rights and gender equality to support the right holders in claiming their rights with a focus on marginalised groups including children and youth , older persons , people with disabilities , minorities and indigenous people and lgbti persons and to assist partner countries in implementing their international human rights obligations .


### this regulation should enable the union to respond to challenges , needs and opportunities related to migration , in complementarity with union migration policy . to contribute to that end , and without prejudice to unforeseen circumstances , 10% of its financial envelope is expected to be dedicated to addressing the root causes of irregular migration and forced displacement and to supporting migration management and governance including the protection of refugees and migrants ' rights within the objectives of this regulation . ### this regulation should enable the union to respond to challenges , needs and opportunities related to migration , in complementarity with union migration and development policies . to contribute to that end and in order to maximise the contribution of migration to development , a maximum of 5% of its financial envelope is expected to be dedicated to addressing the root causes of forced migration and displacement and to supporting the development of safe and regular pathways for migration and supporting migration governance including the protection of refugees and migrants ' rights within the objectives of this regulation .


### limiting deforestation and promoting forest law enforcement , governance and trade , and combating illegal logging , trade of illegal timber and wood products ; ### halting deforestation and promoting forest law enforcement , governance and trade , and combating illegal logging , trade of illegal timber and wood products . supporting the negotiation and the implementation of voluntary partnership agreements ;


### the human rights and democracy and civil society thematic programmes referred to in article 4 and shall provide assistance independently of the consent of governments and other public authorities of the third countries concerned . these thematic programmes shall mainly support civil society organisations . ### the human rights and democracy , the gender equality and women and girls’ empowerment and civil society thematic programmes referred to in article 4 , and shall provide assistance independently of the consent of governments and other public authorities of the third countries concerned . these thematic programmes shall mainly support civil society organisations , including those defending women’s rights .


### the types of financing and the methods of implementation under this regulation should be chosen on the basis of their ability to achieve the specific objectives of the actions and to deliver results , taking into account , in particular , the costs of controls , the administrative burden , and the expected risk of non - compliance . this should include consideration of the use of lump sums , flat rates and unit costs , as well as financing not linked to costs as referred to in article 125 of the financial regulation . ### the types of financing and the methods of application under this regulation should be chosen on the basis of partner’s needs , preferences and specific context , their relevance , sustainability and ability to comply with the development effectiveness principles , achieve the specific objectives of the actions and to deliver results , taking into account , in particular , the costs of controls , the administrative burden , and the expected risk of non - compliance . this should include consideration of the use of lump sums , flat rates and unit costs , as well as financing not linked to costs as referred to in article 125 of regulation 2018 / 10461a of the european parliament and of the council . __________________ 1a regulation 2018 / 1046 of the european parliament and of the council of 18 july 2018 on the financial rules applicable to the general budget of the union , amending regulations no 1296 / 2013 , no 1301 / 2013 , no 1303 / 2013 , no 1304 / 2013 , no 1309 / 2013 , no 1316 / 2013 , no 223 / 2014 , no 283 / 2014 , and decision no 541 / 2014 / eu and repealing regulation no 966 / 2012 .


### a mention of the objectives and purpose of this regulation , a needs assessment and an indication of the expected results , taking into account the promotion of corporate social responsibility and responsible business conduct ; ### a mention of the objectives and purpose of this regulation , a needs assessment , an impact assessment and an indication of the expected results , taking into account the need to ensure a responsible business conduct ;


### this regulation should enable the union to respond to challenges , needs and opportunities related to migration , in complementarity with union migration policy . to contribute to that end , and without prejudice to unforeseen circumstances , 10% of its financial envelope is expected to be dedicated to addressing the root causes of irregular migration and forced displacement and to supporting migration management and governance including the protection of refugees and migrants ' rights within the objectives of this regulation . ### this regulation should enable the union to respond to challenges , needs and opportunities relating to migration , complementing the european union ' s migration policy , including the priorities as set forth in the asylum , migration and integration fund . to contribute to that end , and without prejudice to unforeseen circumstances , 10% of its financial envelope is expected to be dedicated to addressing the root causes of migration and displacement and to supporting the needs of displaced people and host communities , by using a gender approach . moreover , migration management and governance including the protection of refugees and migrants ' rights within the objectives of this regulation by facilitating safe and regular migration , which contribute to increasing the benefits of migration .


### the association agreements , partnership and cooperation agreements , multilateral agreements , and other agreements that establish a legally binding relationship with partner countries , as well as , european council conclusions and council conclusions , summit declarations or conclusions of high - level meetings with partner countries , relevant european parliament resolutions , communications of the commission or joint communications of the commission and the high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy , shall constitute the overall policy framework for the implementation of this regulation . ### the association agreements , partnership and cooperation agreements , multilateral agreements , relevant union legislation and other agreements that establish a legally binding relationship with partner countries , as well as , united nations resolutions , european council conclusions and council conclusions , summit declarations or conclusions of high - level meetings with partner countries , relevant european parliament resolutions , eu guidelines on human rights , communications of the commission or joint communications of the commission and the high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy , shall constitute the overall policy framework for the implementation of this regulation . this policy framework shall include , inter alia , the eu integrated approach to external conflicts and crises , - the european consensus on development , - the comprehensive approach to the eu implementation of the united nations - security council resolutions 1325 and 1820 on women , peace and security , - the union programme for the prevention of violent conflicts - the concept on strengthening eu mediation and dialogue capacities , - the eu - wide strategic framework to support security sector reform , - the eu strategy against illicit firearms , small arms and light weapons and their ammunition , - the eu concept for support to disarmament , demobilisation and reintegration , - the eu gender action plan , - the addis ababa action agenda - the 2030agenda for sustainable development - the paris agreement on climate change - the new urban agenda - development effectiveness principles agreed in the global partnership for effective development cooperation during the busan high level forum on aid effectiveness in 2011 and renewed during the high - level meeting in nairobi in 2016 - the un guiding principles for business and human rights - the oecd guidelines for multinational entreprises - the un convention on the rights of persons with disabilities - the refugee convention - the convention on the elimination of all forms of discrimination against women . - the outcomes of the beijing platform for action and the programme of action of the international conference on population and development - the maastricht principles on extraterritorial obligation of states in the area of economic , social and cultural rights - the unctad roadmap towards sustainable sovereign debt workouts - the guiding principles on foreign debt and human rights drawn up by the office of the un high commissioner for human rights - the global compact on refugees - the global compact on safe , orderly and regular migration , adopted in marrakech on december 10th 2018 .


### the annual report shall contain information relating to the previous year on the measures financed , the results of monitoring and evaluation exercises , the involvement of the relevant partners , and the implementation of budgetary commitments and of payment appropriations broken down by country , region and cooperation sector . it shall assess the results of the union funding using , as far as possible , specific and measurable indicators of its role in meeting the objectives of this regulation . in the case of development cooperation , the report shall also assess , where possible and relevant , the adherence to development effectiveness principles , including for innovative financial instruments . ### the annual report shall contain information relating to the previous year on the measures financed , the results of gender responsive monitoring and evaluation exercises , including a chapter on gender equality , the involvement of the relevant partners , and the implementation of budgetary commitments and of payment appropriations broken down by country , region and cooperation sector and specifying the budgetary commitments and payment appropriations allocated to gender equality actions . it shall assess the results of the union funding using , as far as possible , specific and measurable indicators of its role in meeting the objectives of this regulation . in the case of development cooperation , the report shall also assess , where possible and relevant , the adherence to development effectiveness principles , including for innovative financial instruments . the report will include information on performance in respecting the targets established in article 3 . 3 including an annual estimate of the overall spending for these areas using relevant markers and indicators .


### at global level , to consolidate and support democracy , rule of law and human rights , support civil society organisations , further stability and peace and address other global challenges including migration and mobility ; ### at global level , to consolidate and support democracy , rule of law , human rights and gender equality , support civil society organisations , including those defending women’s rights and further multilateralism , build peace , prevent conflict and promote just and inclusive societies , and address other global challenges including combatting climate change and environmental degradation .


### this regulation shall apply in accordance with decision 2010 / 427 / eu . ### the high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy shall ensure overall political coordination of the union’s external action , in particular through this regulation .


### supporting the union trade policy and trade agreements and the implementation thereof ; and improving access to partner country markets and boosting trade , investment and business opportunities for companies from the union while eliminating barriers to market access and investment ### supporting the implementation of the union trade policy instruments and trade agreements aiming at improving sustainable development , economic diversification and access to the union market , as well as aiming at easing access to climate - friendly technologies and intellectual property ;


### the purpose of the efsd + as an integrated financial package supplying financial capacity drawing on the methods of implementation set up in article 23 , , and , shall be to support investments and increase access to financing , in order to foster sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promote the socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the , eradication of poverty , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , skills and entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises as well as addressing specific socioeconomic root causes of irregular migration , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention shall be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries . ### the purpose of the efsd + as an integrated financial package supplying financial capacity drawing on the methods of implementation set up in article 23 , , and , shall be to support investments and increase access to financing , in order to foster sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promote the socio - economic and environmental resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the , climate change adaptation and mitigation , eradication of poverty , women’s economic empowerment , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , skills and entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , cooperatives , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention shall be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries . preference shall be given to local economic actors . efsd + shall not be used to replace government responsibility for providing essential public services .


### contributing to the global agenda on decent work , in particular in global value chains , and enhancing knowledge on effective employment policies that respond to labour market needs , including vet and life - long learning ; ### contributing to the global agenda on decent work , in particular with a view to making global value chains sustainable and responsible based on horizontal due diligence obligations , and enhancing knowledge on effective employment policies that respond to labour market needs , including vet and life - long learning ;


### commitment to and progress in building deep and sustainable democracy ; ### commitment to and progress in building deep and sustainable peace and democracy and fighting against corruption ;


### supporting the provision of a safe , nurturing environment for children as an important element for fostering a healthy young population able to reach its full potential ; ### giving children , particularly the most marginalised , the best start in life by investing in early childhood development and ensure that children experiencing poverty or inequality have access to basic services such as health , nutrition , education and social protection ; supporting the provision of a safe , nurturing environment for children as an important element for fostering a healthy young population able to reach its full potential paying special attention to the needs of girls ;


### promoting intercultural dialogue and cultural diversity in all its forms , and preserve and promote cultural heritage ; ### promoting intercultural dialogue and cultural diversity in all its forms , preserve and promote cultural heritage , as well as contemporary arts and cultural expressions ;


### tackling irregular migration , trafficking in human beings , smuggling of migrants , stepping up cooperation on integrated border management ; ### support to address and reduce vulnerabilities in migration , and strengthen the transnational response to smuggling of migrants and preventing and combating trafficking in human beings


### monitoring , reporting and evaluation obligations ; ### monitoring , including indicators disaggregated by gender , reporting and evaluation obligations ;


### contribute to stability and conflict prevention in situations of urgency , emerging crisis , crisis and post - crisis ; ### contribute to peace , stability and conflict prevention in situations of urgency , emerging crisis , crisis and post - crisis ;


### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to mainstream climate action in the union policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 25 % of the union budget expenditures supporting climate objectives . actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 25% of its overall financial envelope to climate objectives . relevant actions will be identified during the implementation of this regulation , and the overall contribution from this regulation should be part of relevant evaluations and review processes . ### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change , protecting the environment and fighting biodiversity losses , in line with the union commitments to implement the paris agreement , the convention on biological diversity and the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to mainstream climate and environmental action in the union policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 50 % of the union budget expenditures supporting climate objectives . actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 50 % of its overall financial envelope to climate and environment related objectives . this includes a target of 10% dedicated to biodiversity . relevant actions will be identified during the implementation of this regulation . the overall contribution from this regulation should be part of relevant evaluations and review processes . union action in this area should favour the adherence to the paris agreement and to the rio conventions . actions and measures contributing to meeting the target on climate and environment shall take into consideration the relation between climate , peace and security , women’s empowerment and the fight against poverty .


### areas of intervention for civil society organisations ### areas of intervention for civil society organisations and local authorities


### –stability and peace eur 1 000 million , ### –peace - building , conflict prevention and stability at least eur 2 000 million ,


### supporting regional and international initiatives contributing to security , stability and peace ; ### supporting local , regional and international initiatives contributing to security and safety , stability and peace ;


### it is essential to further step up cooperation on migration with partner countries , reaping the benefits of well - managed and regular migration and effectively addressing irregular migration . such cooperation should contribute to ensuring access to international protection , addressing the root causes of irregular migration , enhancing border management and pursuing efforts in the fight against irregular migration , trafficking in human beings and migrant smuggling , and working on returns , readmission and reintegration where relevant , on the basis of mutual accountability and full respect of humanitarian and human rights obligations . therefore , third countries ' effective cooperation with the union in this area should be an integral element in the general principles of this regulation . an increased coherence between migration and development cooperation policies is important to ensure that development assistance supports partner countries to manage migration more effectively . this regulation should contribute to a coordinated , holistic and structured approach to migration , maximising the synergies and applying the necessary leverage . ### cooperation on migration with partner countries should be based on the global compact on safe , orderly and regular migration and the global compact on refugees and enable developing countries to reap the benefits of well - managed and regular migration , effectively addressing the root causes of forced migration and displacement and alleviate the burden of developing countries which host the highest number of refugees worldwide . it should contribute to ensuring access to international protection and work on reintegration after return where relevant in a conflict sensitive manner to avoid negative impacts on conflict dynamics . the cooperation should contribute to facilitate safe and regular migration , engagement with diaspora , financial intermediaries and programmes enhancing the development impact of remittances . such cooperation should be based on mutual accountability , with full respect of humanitarian and human rights obligations .


### it is essential to further step up cooperation on migration with partner countries , reaping the benefits of well - managed and regular migration and effectively addressing irregular migration . such cooperation should contribute to ensuring access to international protection , addressing the root causes of irregular migration , enhancing border management and pursuing efforts in the fight against irregular migration , trafficking in human beings and migrant smuggling , and working on returns , readmission and reintegration where relevant , on the basis of mutual accountability and full respect of humanitarian and human rights obligations . therefore , third countries ' effective cooperation with the union in this area should be an integral element in the general principles of this regulation . an increased coherence between migration and development cooperation policies is important to ensure that development assistance supports partner countries to manage migration more effectively . this regulation should contribute to a coordinated , holistic and structured approach to migration , maximising the synergies and applying the necessary leverage . ### cooperation with third countries should contribute to ensuring access to international protection , including facilitating safe and legal paths of migration and asylum , addressing the root causes of forced migration and displacement , effectively responding to environmental migration , protecting victims of trafficking and smuggling of human beings as well as ending the demand for trafficking in human beings , on the basis of the full respect of international and european human rights obligations and of the principles of solidarity , non - discrimination and non - refoulement .


### the annual report prepared in 2021 shall contain consolidated information from annual reports concerning the period from 2014 to 2020 on all funding from the regulations referred to in article 40 , including external assigned revenues and contributions to trust funds , and offering a breakdown of spending by country , use of financial instruments , commitments and payments . the report shall reflect the main lessons learnt and the follow - up to the recommendations of the external evaluative exercises carried out in previous years . ### the annual report prepared in 2021 shall contain consolidated information from annual reports concerning the period from 2014 to 2020 on all funding from the regulations referred to in article 40 , including external assigned revenues and , and offering a breakdown of spending by country , use of financial instruments , commitments and payments . the report shall reflect the main lessons learnt and the follow - up to the recommendations of the external evaluative exercises carried out in previous years . it shall include an assessment of the level of staff capacity at the headquarters and eu delegations level for the delivery of all objectives covered in this regulation .


### the commission shall make available information on development co - operation through recognised international standards . ### the commission shall make available information on development co - operation through recognised international standards using the framework for a common standard developed by the international aid transparency initiative .


### areas of intervention for stability and peace ### areas of intervention for peacebuilding , conflict prevention and stability


### supporting universal access to sufficient , affordable , safe and nutritious food , particularly for those in the most vulnerable situations , and strengthening food security and nutrition , particularly in countries facing protracted or recurrent crises ### supporting universal access to sufficient , affordable , safe and nutritious food , particularly for those in the most vulnerable situations , inter alia children under five , adolescents , girls and women , particularly during pregnancy and breastfeeding , strengthening food security and nutrition , particularly in countries facing protracted or recurrent crises and fostering multi - sectoral nutrition - sensitive approaches to agriculture , women’s and girls’ rights and empowerment , health , social protection and education ;


### the main approach for actions financed under this regulation should be through geographic programmes , in order to maximise the impact of the union ' s assistance and bring union ' s action closer to partner countries and populations . this general approach should be complemented by thematic programmes and by rapid response actions , where relevant . ### the approach for actions financed under this regulation should be through geographic programmes , and thematic programmes and by rapid response actions , where relevant . joint programming combining all elements should ensure complementarity , efficiency and effectiveness of eu support for partner countries .


### commitment to and progress in implementing jointly agreed political , economic and social reform objectives ; ### commitment to and progress in implementing jointly agreed political , economic , environmental and social reform objectives ;


### action plans and measures shall be adopted by means of implementing acts adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 35 . ### action plans shall be adopted by means of delegated acts adopted in accordance with the procedure referred to in article 34 . measures shall be adopted by means of implementing acts adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 35 . information communicated to the european parliament shall comprise details about the source of the financial allocation , including in the case of carryovers and re - commitments .


### the types of financing and the methods of implementation under this regulation should be chosen on the basis of their ability to achieve the specific objectives of the actions and to deliver results , taking into account , in particular , the costs of controls , the administrative burden , and the expected risk of non - compliance . this should include consideration of the use of lump sums , flat rates and unit costs , as well as financing not linked to costs as referred to in article 125 of the financial regulation . ### the types of financing and the methods of application under this regulation should be chosen on the basis of partner’s needs , preferences and specific context , their relevance , sustainability and ability to comply with the development effectiveness principles , achieve the specific objectives of the actions and to deliver results , taking into account , in particular , the costs of controls , the administrative burden , and the expected risk of non - compliance . this should include consideration of the use of lump sums , flat rates and unit costs , as well as financing not linked to costs as referred to in article 125 of regulation 2018 / 10461a of the european parliament and of the council . the role of the european endowment for democracy as a foundation mandated through the european institutions for the support of democracy , civil society and human rights worldwide should be strengthened and increased under this regulation . the eed should be given the administrative flexibility and the financial opportunities to disburse targeted grants to civil society actors in the european neighbourhood standing for the implementation of the european neighbourhood policy – notably where it concerns the development of democracy , human rights , free elections and the rule of law as referred to in article 17 / 18 of this regulation .


### this regulation shall contribute to actions established under regulation no . … / … . a single programming document shall be drawn up from this regulation for seven years , including funds from regulation no … / … . regulation no . … / … shall apply to the use of these funds . ### this regulation shall financially contribute to actions established under regulation no . … / … and regulation no . . . / . . . . a single programming document shall be drawn up from these regulations for seven years , including funds from regulation no … / … . regulation no . … / … and regulation no . . . / . . . shall apply to the use of these funds , while ensuring conformity with this regulation and regulation no … / … .


### security , stability and peace ### peace , security and stability


### the purpose of the efsd + as an integrated financial package supplying financial capacity drawing on the methods of implementation set up in article 23 , , and , shall be to support investments and increase access to financing , in order to foster sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promote the socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the , eradication of poverty , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , skills and entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises as well as addressing specific socioeconomic root causes of irregular migration , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention shall be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries . ### the purpose of the efsd + as an integrated financial package supplying financial capacity drawing on the methods of implementation set up in article 23 , , and , shall be to support investments and increase access to financing , in order to foster sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promote the socio - economic and environmental resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the , climate change adaptation and mitigation , eradication of poverty , women’s economic empowerment , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , skills and entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , cooperatives , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention shall be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries . preference shall be given to local economic actors . efsd + shall not be used to replace government responsibility for providing essential public services .


### the implementation of this regulation should be guided by the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy 59 , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union ' s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including preserving peace , preventing conflicts , strengthening international security , fighting root causes of irregular migration and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , supporting trade policy , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and technologies , and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote , the principles of respect for high social and environmental standards , for the rule of law , for international law and for human rights . __________________ 59 ' shared vision , common action : a stronger europe . a global strategy for the european union ' s foreign and security policy ' , june 2016 . ### the application of this regulation should be based on the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy 59 , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union ' s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including promoting democracy and human rights , preserving peace , conflict prevention , mediation and post - conflict reconstruction including women at all stages , strengthening international security , addressing root causes of irregular migration and forced displacement and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , bringing about the conditions to create an international legal framework for the protection of persons displaced due to climate change , supporting trade policy as a tool for development and to bring improvements to the rule of law and human rights , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and technologies , addressing global public health threats and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote , the principles of respect for high social , labour and environmental standards including with regard to climate change , for the rule of law , for international law , including in respect of humanitarian and international human rights law . __________________ 59 ' shared vision , common action : a stronger europe . a global strategy for the european union ' s foreign and security policy ' , june 2016 .


### the eligible counterparts shall , upon request , provide the commission with any additional information necessary to fulfil the commission’s obligations in relation to this regulation . ### the eligible counterparts shall , upon request , provide the commission with any additional information necessary to fulfil the commission’s obligations in relation to this regulation , in particular with regard to the implementation of recommendations from the ex - ante human rights , social , labour and environment impact assessment and other selection criteria listed in article 27 .


### eur 4 000 million for rapid response actions . ### at least eur 6 100 million for rapid response actions of which at least 4 600 million for crisis response as specified in article 4 and annex iv part 1 and at least 1 500 million to contribute to strengthening resilience of states , societies , communities and individuals and to linking humanitarian aid and development action as specified in article 4 and annex iv part 2 .


### the implementation of this regulation should be guided by the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy 59 , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union ' s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including preserving peace , preventing conflicts , strengthening international security , fighting root causes of irregular migration and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , supporting trade policy , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and technologies , and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote , the principles of respect for high social and environmental standards , for the rule of law , for international law and for human rights . _________________ 59 ' shared vision , common action : a stronger europe . a global strategy for the european union ' s foreign and security policy ' , june 2016 . ### the united nations’ agenda 2030 for sustainable development , the paris climate agreement , the european consensus for development , the addis ababa action agenda and the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy 59 , are part of the framework for the application of this regulation . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s fundamental interests , principles and values in all its aspects , including promoting democracy and human rights , preserving and building peace , preventing conflicts , ensuring nuclear safety , strengthening international security , addressing root causes of forced migration and displacement and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , bringing about the conditions to create an international legal framework for the protection of persons displaced due to climate change and environmental degradation , supporting the fight against climate change , a fair , environmentally sustainable and human rights compliant trade policy , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its fundamental interests , principles and values the union should comply with , and promote , the principles of respect for high social , labour and environmental standards , for the rule of law , for international law and for human rights . a commitment to respect , promote and protect human rights and democratic principles is an essential element of the union´s contractual relations with third countries . _________________ 59 ' shared vision , common action : a stronger europe . a global strategy for the european union ' s foreign and security policy ' , june 2016 .


### the efsd + should maximise additionality of funding , address market failures and sub - optimal investment situations , deliver innovative products and ‘ crowd - in’ private sector funds . involvement of the private sector in the union’s cooperation with partner countries through the efsd + should yield measurable and additional development impact without distorting the market and should be cost - effective based on mutual accountability and risk and cost sharing . the efsd + should operate as a ‘ one - stop - shop’ , receiving financing proposals from financial institutions and public or private investors and delivering a wide range of financial support to eligible investments . ### the efsd + should maximise additionality of funding , address market failures and sub - optimal investment situations , deliver innovative products and ‘ crowd - in’ private sector funds to optimise the contribution of private finance to local sustainable development . involvement of the private sector in the union’s cooperation with partner countries through the efsd + should yield measurable and additional development impact in full respect of the environment and local communities’ rights and livelihoods and without distorting the local market and unfairly competing with local economic actors . it should be cost - effective based on mutual accountability and risk and cost sharing . the efsd + , while based on adequate accountability and transparency criteria , should operate as a ‘ one - stop - shop’ , receiving financing proposals from financial institutions and public or private investors and delivering a wide range of financial support to eligible investments .


### supporting the regional integration agenda and optimal trade policies , and supporting the consolidation and implementation of trade agreements between the eu and its partners ; ### supporting the regional integration agenda and optimal trade policies in support of inclusive and sustainable development , and supporting the consolidation and implementation of trade agreements between the eu and its partners .


### the annual report shall contain information relating to the previous year on the measures financed , the results of monitoring and evaluation exercises , the involvement of the relevant partners , and the implementation of budgetary commitments and of payment appropriations broken down by country , region and cooperation sector . it shall assess the results of the union funding using , as far as possible , specific and measurable indicators of its role in meeting the objectives of this regulation . in the case of development cooperation , the report shall also assess , where possible and relevant , the adherence to development effectiveness principles , including for innovative financial instruments . ### the report shall include information on performance in respecting the targets established in article 3 . 3 regarding 97% official development assistance , article 6 . 4 on human development and social inclusion , climate change and environment and gender equality and women’s and girls’ empowerment , including an annual estimate of the overall spending for these areas using relevant markers and indicators . the report shall include an assessment of progress made regarding the incorporation of cross - cutting issues as mentioned in article 8 . 6 . it shall assess the results of the union funding using , as far as possible , specific and measurable indicators of its role in meeting the objectives of this regulation . in the case of development cooperation , the report shall also assess the adherence to development effectiveness principles and the additionality of spending , including for innovative financial instruments .


### the annual report shall contain information relating to the previous year on the measures financed , the results of monitoring and evaluation exercises , the involvement of the relevant partners , and the implementation of budgetary commitments and of payment appropriations broken down by country , region and cooperation sector . it shall assess the results of the union funding using , as far as possible , specific and measurable indicators of its role in meeting the objectives of this regulation . in the case of development cooperation , the report shall also assess , where possible and relevant , the adherence to development effectiveness principles , including for innovative financial instruments . ### the annual report shall contain information relating to the previous year on the measures financed , the results of gender responsive monitoring and evaluation exercises , including a chapter on gender equality , the involvement of the relevant partners , and the implementation of budgetary commitments and of payment appropriations broken down by country , region and cooperation sector and specifying the budgetary commitments and payment appropriations allocated to gender equality actions . it shall assess the results of the union funding using , as far as possible , specific and measurable indicators of its role in meeting the objectives of this regulation . in the case of development cooperation , the report shall also assess , where possible and relevant , the adherence to development effectiveness principles , including for innovative financial instruments . the report will include information on performance in respecting the targets established in article 3 . 3 including an annual estimate of the overall spending for these areas using relevant markers and indicators .


### the global context for action is the pursuit of a rules - based global order , with multilateralism as its key principle and the united nations at its core . the 2030 agenda , together with the paris agreement on climate change57 and the addis ababa action agenda58 is the international community’s response to global challenges and trends in relation to sustainable development . with the sustainable development goals at its core , the 2030 agenda is a transformative framework to eradicate poverty and achieve sustainable development globally . it is universal in scope , providing a comprehensive shared framework for action that applies to the union , to its member states and to its partners . it balances the economic , social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development , recognising the essential interlinkages between its goals and targets . the 2030 agenda aims to leave no one behind . the implementation of the 2030 agenda will be closely coordinated with the union ' s other relevant international commitments . actions undertaken by this regulation should pay particular attention to interlinkages between sustainable development goals and to integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way . _________________ 57 signed in new york on 22 april 2016 . 58 ' addis ababa action agenda of the third international conference on financing for development ' , adopted on 16 june 2015 and endorsed by the united nations general assembly on 27 july 2015 . ### the global context for action is the pursuit of a rules - based global order , with multilateralism as its key principle and the united nations at its core . the 2030 agenda , together with the paris agreement on climate change57 and the addis ababa action agenda58 is the international community’s response to global challenges and trends in relation to sustainable development . with the sustainable development goals at its core , the 2030 agenda is a transformative framework to eradicate poverty and achieve sustainable development globally and promote peaceful , just and inclusive societies . it is universal in scope , providing a comprehensive shared framework for action that applies to the union , to its member states and to its partners . it balances the economic , social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development , recognising the essential interlinkages between its goals and targets . the 2030 agenda aims to leave no one behind and seeks to reach the furthest behind first . the implementation of the 2030 agenda will be closely coordinated with the union ' s other relevant international commitments . actions undertaken by this regulation should pay particular attention to interlinkages between sustainable development goals and to integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way without undermining others . _________________ 57 signed in new york on 22 april 2016 . 58 ' addis ababa action agenda of the third international conference on financing for development ' , adopted on 16 june 2015 and endorsed by the united nations general assembly on 27 july 2015 .


### any decision to provide budget support shall be based on budget support policies agreed by the union , a clear set of eligibility criteria and a careful assessment of the risks and benefits . ### any decision to provide budget support shall be based on budget support policies agreed by the union , gender budgeting , a clear set of eligibility criteria and a careful assessment of the risks and benefits .


### supporting the union trade policy and trade agreements and the implementation thereof ; and improving access to partner country markets and boosting trade , investment and business opportunities for companies from the union while eliminating barriers to market access and investment ### supporting the implementation of the union trade policy instruments and trade agreements aiming at improving sustainable development , economic diversification and access to the union market , as well as aiming at easing access to climate - friendly technologies and intellectual property ;


### promoting fair , sustainable and undistorted access to extractive sectors . ### ensuring access to extractive sectors is fair and sustainable .


### potential end - users should be provided with information explaining each component of the label and its relevance . this information should be provided in technical promotional material , for instance on suppliers’ websites . ### potential end - users should be provided with information explaining each component of the label and its relevance . this information should be provided in technical promotional material , for instance on suppliers’ websites . technical promotional material should be understood to supplement advertisements material .


### by 1 june 2026 , the commission shall carry out an evaluation of this regulation and present a report to the european parliament , the council and the european economic and social committee . ### by 1 june 2022 , the commission shall carry out an evaluation of this regulation and present a report to the european parliament , the council and the european economic and social committee .


### the aim of this regulation is to increase the safety , health protection , and the economic and environmental efficiency of road transport by promoting fuel - efficient and safe tyres with low noise levels . ### the aim of this regulation is to promote sustainable , fuel - efficient and safe tyres with low noise levels that could help minimise the impact on the environment and health while improving safety and the economic efficiency of road transport .


### in order to provide end - users with information on the performance of tyres specifically designed for snow and ice conditions , it is appropriate to require the inclusion on the label of information requirements on snow and ice tyres . ### in order to improve road safety in colder climate in the union and to provide end - users with information on the performance of tyres specifically designed for snow and ice conditions , it is appropriate to make available information on how well a specific tyre performed on snowy / icy conditions so that end - users are able to compare the performance of snow grip and ice grip . information in the form of a scale , similarly to wet grip information , should be provided to encourage end - users to purchase tyres with high snow / ice grip performance . since suitable scales of performance for snow grip and ice grip are not currently available , before requiring the inclusion on the label of information requirements on snow and ice tyres , the commission should develop both a snow grip and a ice grip scale of performances . these scales should be based on the unece regulation no 117 and on the iso 19447 for snow and ice respectively . in any case , the three - peak - mountain with snowflake logo should be embossed on a tyre that satisfies the minimum snow index values set out in unece regulation no 117 . similarly , a tyre that satisfies the minimum ice index value set out in iso 19447 should show the ice tyre logo agreed under this standard .


### distributors shall ensure that any visual advertisement for a specific type of tyre , including on the internet , shows the label . ### distributors shall ensure that any visual advertisement and technical promotional material for a specific type of tyre , including on the internet , shows the label . the label shall always be visible .


### suppliers shall ensure that any visual advertisement for a specific type of tyre , including on the internet , shows the label . ### suppliers shall ensure that any visual advertisement and technical promotional material for a specific type of tyre , including on the internet , shows the label . the label shall always be visible .


### where appropriate , when preparing delegated acts , the commission shall test the design and content of the labels for specific product groups with representative groups of union customers to ensure their clear understanding of the labels . ### when preparing delegated acts , the commission shall test the design and content of the labels for tyres with representative groups of union customers to ensure their clear understanding of the labels .


### the esf + should support policy and system reforms in the fields of employment , social inclusion , healthcare and long - term care , and education and training . in order to strengthen alignment with the european semester , member states should allocate an appropriate amount of their resources of the esf + strand under shared management to implement relevant country - specific recommendations relating to structural challenges which it is appropriate to address through multiannual investments falling within the scope of the esf + . the commission and the member states should ensure coherence , coordination and complementarity between the shared - management and health strands of esf + and the reform support programme , including the reform delivery tool and the technical support instrument . in particular , the commission and the member state should ensure , in all stages of the process , effective coordination in order to safeguard the consistency , coherence , complementarity and synergy among sources of funding , including technical assistance thereof . ### the esf + should support policy and system reforms in the fields of employment , social inclusion , healthcare and long - term care , and education and training . in order to strengthen alignment with the european semester , member states should allocate an appropriate amount of their resources of the esf + strand under shared management to implement relevant country - specific recommendations relating to structural challenges which it is appropriate to address through multiannual investments falling within the scope of the esf + . the commission should review the operational programmes to assess whether they sufficiently address the country - specific recommendations . the commission and the member states should involve local and regional authorities meaningfully in the process to ensure coherence , coordination and complementarity between all levels of government and between the shared - management and the easi and health strands of esf + and the reform support programme , including the reform delivery tool and the technical support instrument . in particular , the commission and the member state should ensure , in all stages of the process , effective coordination in order to safeguard the consistency , coherence , complementarity and synergy among sources of funding , including technical assistance thereof respecting the partnership principle .


### direct staff costs shall be eligible for a contribution from the general support of the esf + strand under shared management provided that their level is not higher than 100% of the usual remuneration for the profession concerned in the member state as demonstrated by eurostat data . ### direct staff costs shall be eligible for a contribution from the general support of the esf + strand under shared management provided that their level is not higher than 100% of the usual remuneration for the profession concerned in the member state as demonstrated by eurostat data unless collective agreements apply .


### member states shall concentrate the esf + resources under shared management on interventions that address the challenges identified in their national reform programmes , in the european semester as well as in the relevant country - specific recommendations adopted in accordance with article 121 tfeu and article 148 tfeu , and take into account principles and rights set out in the european pillar of social rights . ### member states shall concentrate the esf + resources under shared management on interventions that address the principles and rights set out in the european pillar of social rights and take into account the social challenges identified , among others , in their national reform programmes , in the european semester as well as in the relevant country reports and country - specific social recommendations adopted in accordance with article 121 tfeu and article 148 tfeu as well as and in line with the paris agreement and the un sustainable development goals .


### the esf + should support member states’ efforts to tackle poverty with a view to breaking the cycle of disadvantage across generations and promote social inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities for all , tackling discrimination and addressing health inequalities . this implies mobilising a range of policies targeting the most disadvantaged people regardless of their age , including children , marginalised communities such as the roma , and the working poor . the esf + should promote the active inclusion of people far from the labour market with a view to ensuring their socio - economic integration . the esf + should be also used to enhance timely and equal access to affordable , sustainable and high quality services such as healthcare and long - term care , in particular family and community - based care services . the esf + should contribute to the modernisation of social protection systems with a view in particular to promoting their accessibility . ### the esf + should support member states’ efforts at all levels of government including at regional and local level to tackle poverty with a view to breaking the cycle of disadvantage across generations and promote social inclusion by ensuring equal opportunities for all , tackling discrimination and addressing health inequalities and housing deprivation , including homelessness , while putting special emphasis on combatting the feminisation of poverty . this implies mobilising a range of policies targeting the most disadvantaged people regardless of their age , including children , marginalised communities such as the roma , people with disability , illness and / or chronic conditions , the working poor , the homeless , third - country nationals , including refugees , asylum seekers , undocumented migrants and stateless persons , and all other people facing multiple social challenges and multiple forms of discrimination . the esf + should promote the active inclusion of people far from the labour market with a view to ensuring their socio - economic inclusion and full participation in society . the esf + should be also used to enhance social rights through timely and equal access to affordable , sustainable and high quality services such as counselling , healthcare , childcare and early childhood education and long - term care , in particular family and community - based care services , and access to decent energy - efficient affordable housing , including social housing . the esf + should contribute to the modernisation of social protection systems and social services with a view in particular to promoting their accessibility and coverage .


### the esf + shall support , complement and add value to the policies of the member states to ensure equal opportunities , access to the labour market , fair working conditions , social protection and inclusion , and a high level of human health protection . ### the esf + shall support , complement and add value to the policies of the member states to ensure gender equality , equal opportunities , access to the labour market , fair working conditions , non - discrimination , social protection for all , access to basic services , including affordable energy efficient housing , inclusion , in particular of third - country nationals and marginalised communities , and a high level of human health protection .


### esf + lays down provisions intended to achieve freedom of movement for workers on a non - discriminatory basis by ensuring the close cooperation of the central employment services of member states with one another and with the commission . the european network of employment services should promote a better functioning of the labour markets by facilitating the cross - border mobility of workers and a greater transparency of information on the labour markets . the esf + scope also includes developing and supporting targeted mobility schemes with a view to filling vacancies where labour market shortcomings have been identified . ### esf + lays down provisions intended to achieve freedom of movement for workers on a non - discriminatory basis . the public employment services of member states , the social partners and the commission should work closely together . the european network of employment services , with the involvement of the social partners and relevant civil - society organisations , should promote a better functioning of the labour markets by facilitating the non - precarious cross - border mobility of workers and a greater transparency , of information on the labour markets with disaggregated data , as well as greater skills recognition . the esf + scope also includes developing and supporting targeted mobility schemes with a view to filling vacancies where labour market shortcomings have been identified . furthermore , the scope of the esf + covers cross - border partnerships between regional public employment services and social partners and their activities to promote voluntary and fair mobility , as well as transparency and integration of cross - border labour markets through information , advice and placement . in many border regions they play an important role in the development of a genuine european labour market .


### efficient and effective implementation of actions supported by the esf + depends on good governance and partnership between all actors at the relevant territorial levels and the socio - economic actors , in particular the social partners and civil society . it is therefore essential that member states encourage the participation of social partners and civil society in the implementation of the esf + under shared management . ### efficient and effective implementation of actions supported by the esf + depends on good governance and partnership between all actors at the relevant territorial levels and the socio - economic actors , in particular the social partners and civil society . it is therefore essential that member states encourage the participation of regional and local authorities , social partners and civil society in the implementation of the esf + under shared management .


### the union is confronted with structural challenges arising from economic globalisation , the management of migration flows and the increased security threat , clean energy transition , technological change and an increasingly ageing workforce and growing skills and labour shortages in some sectors and regions , experienced especially by smes . taking into account the changing realities of the world of work , the union should be prepared for the current and future challenges by investing in relevant skills , making growth more inclusive and by improving employment and social policies , including in view of labour mobility . ### the union is confronted with structural challenges arising from social inequalities , economic globalisation , the management of migration flows and related inclusion challenges , clean energy transition , technological change , demographic challenges , unequal access to education and social protection , unbalanced distribution of care responsibilities , an increasingly ageing workforce , lack of employment opportunities and growing skills and labour shortages in some sectors and regions , experienced especially by smes . taking into account the changing realities of the world of work , the union should be prepared for the current and future challenges by engaging in the just transition , investing in quality and inclusive education and training , lifelong learning and skills , making labour markets more inclusive and by improving employment , education and social policies , including in view of labour mobility and by fighting against gender gaps and women’s discrimination .


### the esf + should aim to promote employment through active interventions enabling integration into the labour market , notably for youth , the long - term unemployed and the inactive , as well as through promoting self–employment and the social economy . the esf + should aim to improve the functioning of labour markets by supporting the modernisation of labour market institutions such as the public employment services in order to improve their capacity to provide intensified targeted counselling and guidance during the job search and the transition to employment and to enhance workers’ mobility . the esf + should promote women ' s participation in the labour market through measures aiming to ensure , amongst others , improved work / life balance and access to childcare . the esf + should also aim to provide a healthy and well - adapted working environment in order to respond to health risks related to changing forms of work and the needs of the ageing workforce . ### the esf + should aim to promote high - quality employment through active interventions enabling integration into the labour market , notably for youth , persons with disabilities and people with chronic diseases , the long - term unemployed and the economically inactive , as well as those facing multiple forms of discrimination through promoting self–employment and the social economy . the esf + should aim to improve the functioning of labour markets by supporting the modernisation and flexibility towards various target groups of labour market institutions such as the public employment services in order to improve their capacity to provide intensified targeted and individual counselling and guidance during the job search and the transition to employment and to support workers’ mobility . the esf + should aim at tackling precarious employment in order to ensure that all types of work contracts offer decent working conditions with proper social security coverage in line with article 9 tfeu , the european charter of fundamental rights , the european social charter and the ilo decent work agenda . the esf + should promote participation of women and sustainable employment that guarantees equal opportunities with special attention to single mothers in the labour market through measures aiming to ensure , amongst others , the respect of the principle of equal pay for work of equal value , improved work / life balance and access to affordable childcare and other care services or support to foster gender equality . the esf + should also aim to provide a healthy and well - adapted working environment in order to respond to health risks related to changing forms of work and the needs of the ageing workforce . the esf + should also support measures aimed to facilitate the transition of young people between education and employment .


### the council of [ … ] adopted revised guidelines for the employment policies of the member states to align the text with the principles of the european pillar of social rights , with a view to improving europe ' s competitiveness and making it a better place to invest , create jobs and foster social cohesion . in order to ensure the full alignment of the esf + with the objectives of these guidelines , particularly as regards employment , education , training and the fight against social exclusion , poverty and discrimination , the esf + should support member states , taking account of the relevant integrated guidelines and relevant country - specific recommendations adopted in accordance with article 121 tfeu and article 148 tfeu and , where appropriate , at national level , the national reform programmes underpinned by national strategies . the esf + should also contribute to relevant aspects of the implementation of key union initiatives and activities , in particular the ' skills agenda for europe ' and the european education area , relevant council recommendations and other initiatives such as the youth guarantee , upskilling pathways and on integration of the long - term unemployed . ### the council of [ … ] adopted revised guidelines for the employment policies of the member states to align the text with the principles of the european pillar of social rights , with a view to improving europe ' s competitiveness and making it a better place to invest , create jobs and foster social cohesion . in order to ensure the full alignment of the esf + with the objectives of these guidelines , particularly as regards employment , education , training and the fight against social exclusion , poverty and discrimination , the esf + should support member states , taking account of the relevant integrated guidelines and relevant country - specific recommendations adopted in accordance with article 121 tfeu and article 148 tfeu and , where appropriate , at national level , the national reform programmes underpinned by national strategies . the esf + should also contribute to relevant aspects of the implementation of key union initiatives and activities , in particular the ' skills agenda for europe ' , the european education area and the action plan on the integration of third - country nationals , relevant council recommendations and other initiatives such as the youth guarantee , upskilling pathways and on integration of the long - term unemployed .


### in order to streamline and simplify the funding landscape and create additional opportunities for synergies through integrated funding approaches , the actions which were supported by the fund for european aid to the most deprived , the european union programme for employment and social innovation and the programme for the union ' s action in the field of health should be integrated into one esf + . the esf + should therefore include three strands : the esf + strand under shared management , the employment and social innovation strand , and the health strand . this should contribute to reducing the administrative burden linked to the management of different funds , in particular for member states , whilst maintaining simpler rules for simpler operations such as the distribution of food and / or basic material assistance . ### in order to streamline and simplify the funding landscape and create additional opportunities for synergies through integrated funding approaches , the actions which were supported by the fund for european aid to the most deprived , the european union programme for employment and social innovation and the programme for the union ' s action in the field of health should be integrated into one esf + . the esf + should therefore include three strands : the esf + strand under shared management , the employment and social innovation strand , and the health strand . this should contribute to reducing the administrative burden linked to the management of different funds , in particular for member states and beneficiaries , whilst maintaining simpler rules for simpler operations such as the distribution of food and / or basic material assistance .


### efficient and effective implementation of actions supported by the esf + depends on good governance and partnership between all actors at the relevant territorial levels and the socio - economic actors , in particular the social partners and civil society . it is therefore essential that member states encourage the participation of social partners and civil society in the implementation of the esf + under shared management . ### efficient and effective implementation of actions supported by the esf + depends on good governance and partnership between all actors at the relevant territorial levels and the socio - economic actors , in particular regional and local authorities , the social partners and civil society with special emphasis on ngos delivering employment , care , education and social services and working in the field of anti - discrimination and / or defending human rights . it is therefore essential that member states ensure the meaningful participation of regional and local authorities , social partners and civil society in the strategic governance of the esf + under shared management from shaping priorities for operational programmes to implementing , monitoring and evaluating the results and impact . furthermore , for the sake of safeguarding non - discrimination and equal opportunities , it is vital that equality bodies and national human rights institutions are also involved in each stage .


### the esf + should aim to promote employment through active interventions enabling integration into the labour market , notably for youth , the long - term unemployed and the inactive , as well as through promoting self–employment and the social economy . the esf + should aim to improve the functioning of labour markets by supporting the modernisation of labour market institutions such as the public employment services in order to improve their capacity to provide intensified targeted counselling and guidance during the job search and the transition to employment and to enhance workers’ mobility . the esf + should promote women ' s participation in the labour market through measures aiming to ensure , amongst others , improved work / life balance and access to childcare . the esf + should also aim to provide a healthy and well - adapted working environment in order to respond to health risks related to changing forms of work and the needs of the ageing workforce . ### the esf + should aim to promote employment through education , training and employment policies and active interventions enabling integration into the labour market , notably for youth , the long - term unemployed and the inactive , as well as through promoting self–employment , entrepreneurship and the social economy . the esf + should aim to improve the functioning of labour markets by supporting the modernisation of labour market institutions such as the public employment services in order to improve their capacity to provide intensified targeted counselling and guidance during the job search and the transition to employment and to support workers’ mobility . the esf + should promote women ' s participation in the labour market through measures aiming to ensure , amongst others , improved work / life balance and access to childcare . the esf + should also aim to provide a healthy and well - adapted working environment in order to respond to health risks related to changing forms of work and the needs of the ageing workforce .


### while the commission is empowered to decide in such cases , due to the particular sensitivity of the issues at stake , member states should also fully assume their responsibility in the decision - making process . this , however , is not the case when member states are not able to reach a qualified majority , due to , amongst others , a significant number of abstentions or non - appearances at the moment of the vote . ### while the commission is currently empowered to decide in such cases , due to the particular sensitivity of the issues at stake , member states should assume greater responsibility in the decision - making process . where the act concerns the protection of the health or safety of humans , animals or plants , greater weight should be given to the precautionary principle . when , in such cases member states are not able to reach a qualified majority in favour of proposals to grant authorisation for a product or substance , that authorisation should be deemed to have been refused .


### in order to take full advantage of the competitive environment , professional users should be able to make informed choices and easily compare the individual components of various data storage or other processing services offered in the internal market , including as to the contractual conditions of porting data upon the termination of a contract . in order to align with the innovation potential of the market and to take into account the experience and expertise of the providers and professional users of data storage or other processing services , the detailed information and operational requirements for data porting should be defined by market players through self - regulation , encouraged and facilitated by the commission , in the form of union codes of conduct which may entail model contract terms . nonetheless , if such codes of conduct are not put in place and effectively implemented within a reasonable period of time , the commission should review the situation . ### in order to take full advantage of the competitive environment , users should be able to make informed choices and easily compare the individual components of various data storage or other processing services offered in the internal market , including as to the contractual conditions of porting data upon the termination of a contract . in order to align with the innovation potential of the market and to take into account the experience and expertise of the providers and users of data storage or other processing services , the detailed information and operational requirements for data porting should be defined by market players through self - regulation , encouraged and facilitated by the commission , in the form of union codes of conduct which may entail model contract terms . these codes of conduct should stipulate that vendor lock - in is not an acceptable business practice , should make use of open standards and open specifications and provide for trust increasing technologies like encryption . nonetheless , if such codes of conduct are not put in place and effectively implemented within the set period of time , or if there are causes for concern the commission should review the situation .


### access to financing is easier when good - quality information is available . public buildings with a total useful floor area over 250 m² should therefore be required to disclose their actual energy consumption . ### access to financing is easier with an ambitious and stable long - term framework in place and when good - quality information is available . this information also includes epcs , information from maintenance and inspections and energy performance databases . public buildings , including those owned , managed and occupied by public authorities , should live up to their role and lead by example by becoming nearly zero energy buildings in accordance with the provisions of directive 2012 / 27 / eu and disclose their actual energy consumption


### the union is committed to developing a secure , competitive and decarbonised energy system by 205012 . to meet this goal , member states and investors need milestones to ensure that buildings are decarbonised by 2050 . in order to ensure this decarbonised building stock by 2050 , member states should identify the intermediary steps to achieving the mid - term and long - term objectives . _________________ 12 communication on an energy roadmap 2050 , 885 final ) . ### not at least in the light of the paris agreement , the union is committed to developing a secure , competitive and decarbonised energy system by 205012 . to meet this goal , member states and investors need a stable framework established through a clear long - term vision to achieve a nearly zero energy buildings stock by 2050 , with binding milestones to achieve the short - term , mid - term and long - term objectives . _________________ 12 communication on an energy roadmap 2050 , 885 final ) .


### innovation and new technology also make it possible for buildings to support the overall decarbonisation of the economy . for example , buildings can leverage the development of the infrastructure necessary for the smart charging of electric vehicles also provide a basis for member states , if they choose to , to use car batteries as a source of power . to reflect this aim , the definition of technical building systems should be extended . ### a holistic approach , deep renovation , innovation and new technologies also make it possible for whole neighbourhoods to become nearly zero energy districts , in which highly energy efficient buildings are integral part of and deliver functions to a local energy system , a sustainable mobility plan as well as to their environment in general . to reflect this aim , a holistic approach in spatial planning , a focus on deep renovations , openness to future innovations and the extension of the definition and role of energy saving technical building systems is imperative .


### to ensure their best use in building renovation , financial measures related to energy efficiency should be linked to the depth of the renovation , which should be assessed by comparing energy performance certificates issued before and after the renovation . ### to ensure their best use in building renovation , financial measures related to energy efficiency should be linked to the depth and an holistic approach of the renovation to ensure high energy performance of the concerned building or districts . such renovations should be assessed by comparing energy performance before and after the renovation and by comparing levels of non - energy benefit reference values such as comfort , air quality , energy poverty and access to sustainable mobility of the inhabitants before and after the renovation .


### in article 19 , 2017 is replaced by 2028 ; ### in article 19 , 2017 is replaced by 2024 ;


### member states shall link their financial measures for energy efficiency improvements in the renovation of buildings to the energy savings achieved due to such renovation . these savings shall be determined by comparing energy performance certificates issued before and after renovation . ; ### member states shall link their financial measures for energy efficiency improvements in the renovation of buildings to the energy savings achieved due to such renovation . these savings shall be determined by comparing real energy performance before and after renovation . the economic value of non - energy benefits such as productivity or air quality shall be considered by comparing appropriate reference values ;


### in article 7 , the fifth subparagraph is deleted ; ### in article 7 , the fifth subparagraph is replaced by the following : ' streamlined with the requirement to achieve nzeb standard , member states shall ensure - in compliance with article 15 , § 8 of the res directive1a and article 14 of the energy efficiency directive - that , before construction starts , the technical , environmental and economic feasibility of high - efficiency alternative systems such as decentralized energy supply systems based on renewable sources , cogeneration , district or block heating based on renewable sources as well as highly efficient heat pumps as defined in annex vii of directive 2009 / 28 / ec , is considered . ' _________________ 1a directive com 767 final / 2 on the promotion of the use of energy from renewable sources


### a rights - based approach encompassing all human rights , whether civil and political or economic , social and cultural shall be applied in order to integrate human rights principles , to support the right holders in claiming their rights with a focus on poorer and more vulnerable groups and to assist partner countries in implementing their international human rights obligations . this regulation shall promote gender equality and women’s empowerment . ### a rights - based approach encompassing all human rights , whether civil and political or economic , social and cultural shall be applied in order to integrate human rights principles , to support the right holders in claiming their rights with a focus on poorer and more vulnerable groups , such as migrants , women and girls and lgbti people , and to assist partner countries in implementing their international human rights obligations .


### where following the consultation the commission still has concerns about the compliance with directive 2006 / 123 / ec of the notified draft measure , it may alert the notifying member state , giving it the opportunity to bring its draft measure into conformity with eu law . that alert should include an explanation of the legal concerns identified by the commission . reception of such an alert entails that the notifying member state shall not adopt the notified measure for three months . ### where following the consultation the commission still has concerns about the compliance with directive 2006 / 123 / ec of the notified draft measure , it may alert the notifying member state , giving it the opportunity to bring its draft measure into conformity with eu law . that alert should include an explanation of the legal concerns identified by the commission .


### upon receipt of such an alert , the notifying member state shall not adopt the draft measure for a period of three months after the closure of the consultation period . ### upon receipt of such an alert , the notifying member state shall , within a period of three months , react by providing explanations and , where necessary , take appropriate action .


### the obligation for member states to notify draft measures laying down authorisation schemes or requirements referred to in article 4 of this directive at least three months before their adoption is designed to ensure that measures to be adopted comply with directive 2006 / 123 / ec . in order for the notification procedure to be effective , a consultation on notified measures should take place sufficiently in advance of their adoption . this is appropriate to foster good cooperation and transparency between the commission and member states and to further develop exchanges between the commission and national authorities on new or amended authorisation schemes and certain requirements covered by directive 2006 / 123 / ec , in accordance with article 4 of the treaty on european union . with a view to ensuring the effectiveness of the procedure , breach of the obligation to notify or to refrain from adopting a notified measure , including during the period following the receipt of an alert , should be considered to be a substantial procedural defect of a serious nature as regards its effects vis - à - vis individuals . ### the obligation for member states to notify draft measures laying down authorisation schemes or requirements referred to in article 4 of this directive at least three months before their adoption is designed to ensure that measures to be adopted comply with directive 2006 / 123 / ec . in order for the notification procedure to be effective , a consultation on notified measures should take place sufficiently in advance of their adoption . this is appropriate to foster good cooperation and transparency between the commission and member states and to further develop exchanges between the commission and national authorities on new or amended authorisation schemes and certain requirements covered by directive 2006 / 123 / ec , in accordance with article 4 of the treaty on european union . with a view to ensuring the effectiveness of the procedure , breach of the obligation to notify should be considered to be a substantial procedural defect of a serious nature as regards its effects vis - à - vis individuals .


### the present directive establishes a consultation of three months to allow an assessment of notified draft measures as well as an effective dialogue with the notifying member state . in order to make the consultation work in practice and to allow member states , the commission and stakeholders to effectively provide their comments , member states should notify draft measures at least three months prior to their adoption . notifying member states should take into account the comments made on the notified draft measure , in compliance with union law . ### the present directive establishes an effective dialogue with the notifying member state . in order to make the consultation work in practice and to allow member states and the commission to effectively provide their comments , member states should notify draft measures prior to their adoption . notifying member states should take into account the comments made on the notified draft measure , in compliance with union law .


### the present directive establishes a consultation of three months to allow an assessment of notified draft measures as well as an effective dialogue with the notifying member state . in order to make the consultation work in practice and to allow member states , the commission and stakeholders to effectively provide their comments , member states should notify draft measures at least three months prior to their adoption . notifying member states should take into account the comments made on the notified draft measure , in compliance with union law . ### the present directive establishes a consultation of three months to allow an assessment of notified draft measures as well as an effective dialogue with the notifying member state . in order to make the consultation work in practice and to allow member states , the commission and stakeholders to effectively provide their comments , member states should notify draft measures prior to their adoption and should assess the comments made on the notified draft measure , in compliance with union law .


### the breach of one of the obligations set out in article 3 , and or in article 6 shall constitute a substantial procedural defect of a serious nature as regards its effects vis - à - vis individuals . ### the breach of one of the obligations set out in article 3 and shall constitute a substantial procedural defect of a serious nature as regards its effects vis - à - vis individuals .


### in order to ensure uniform implementation of this regulation and in view of the importance of the financial effects of measures being imposed pursuant to this regulation , implementing powers should be conferred on the council which should act on the basis of a commission proposal . to facilitate the adoption of decisions which are required to protect the financial interests of the union , reversed qualified majority voting should be used . ### in order to ensure uniform implementation of this regulation and in view of the importance of the financial effects of measures being imposed pursuant to this regulation , implementing powers should be conferred on the commission .


### the rule of law is one of the essential values upon which the union is founded . as recalled by article 2 of the treaty on european union , these values are common to the member states . ### the union is founded on the values of respect for human dignity , freedom , democracy , equality , the rule of law and respect for human rights , including the rights of persons belonging to minorities . as recalled by article 2 of the treaty on european union , these values are common to the member states .


### the commission may take into account all relevant information , including decisions of the court of justice of the european union , reports of the court of auditors , and conclusions and recommendations of relevant international organisations . ### before resorting to a written notification pursuant to paragraph 1 , the commission shall take into account all relevant information , including conditions and timing of the member state’s adoption , implementation and enforcement of the relevant chapters of the acquis , decisions of the court of justice of the european union and reports of the court of auditors . it shall also take into account conclusions and recommendations of relevant international organisations , and in particular : the venice commission ' s rule of law checklist , the council of europe recommendation cm / rec 12 ‘ judges : independence , efficiency and responsibilities’ , the venice commission report on the independence of the judicial system part i : the independence of judges 004 ) , the venice commission report on part ii : the prosecution service 040 ) , and the relevant evaluation and compliance reports of the group of states against corruption .


### the commission may take into account all relevant information , including decisions of the court of justice of the european union , reports of the court of auditors , and conclusions and recommendations of relevant international organisations . ### the commission shall take into account all relevant information , including the assessment made by the democracy , rule of law and fundamental rights expert panel .


### before proposing the adoption of any measure pursuant to this regulation , the commission should inform the member state concerned why it considers that a generalised deficiency regarding the rule of law might exist in that member state . the member state should be allowed to submit its observations . the commission and the council should take those observations into account . ### before proposing the adoption of any measure pursuant to this regulation , the commission should inform the member state concerned why it considers that a generalised deficiency regarding the rule of law might exist in that member state . the commission should immediately inform the european parliament and the council about the notification and its content . the member state concerned should be allowed to submit its observations . the commission should take those observations into account .


### unless the decision adopting the measures provides otherwise , the imposition of appropriate measures shall not affect the obligation of government entities referred to in point of paragraph 1 or of member states referred to in point of paragraph 1 to implement the programme or fund affected by the measure , and in particular the obligation to make payments to final recipients or beneficiaries . ### the imposition of the measures referred to in paragraph 1 shall not affect the obligation of government entities referred to in point of paragraph 1 or of member states referred to in point of paragraph 1 to implement the programme or fund affected by the measure , and in particular the obligation to make payments to final recipients or beneficiaries . article 68 , paragraph 1 , point b of regulation no xxxx shall not apply .


### the commission shall assess the situation in the member state concerned . once the generalised deficiencies as regards the rule of law which on the grounds of which the appropriate measures were adopted cease to exist in full or in part , the commission shall submit to the council a proposal for a decision lifting those measures in full or in part . the procedure set out in paragraphs 2 , 4 , 5 , 6 and 7 of article 5 shall apply . ### the commission shall assess the situation in the member state concerned , assisted by the democracy , rule of law and fundamental rights expert panel . once the generalised deficiencies as regards the union values which on the grounds of which the appropriate measures were adopted cease to exist in full or in part , the commission shall adopt a decision lifting those measures in full or in part . at the same time as it adopts its decision , the commission shall simultaneously submit to the european parliament and to the council a proposal to transfer the amount equivalent to the value of the measures . the procedure set out in article 5shall apply .