### 3. calls on the commission to encourage member states to review all defence programmes and policy tools , check if they are still fit for purpose , and summarise findings; suggests that the european defence agency can provide light touch support and coordination suggestions , including a strategic assessment of the findings; ### 3. calls on the commission to encourage member states to review all defence programmes and policy tools , check if they are still fit for purpose , and summarise findings; calls for a thorough review of relevant defence initiative such as the capability development plan (cdp) in order to update it in light of the provisions included in the eu strategic compass and the gap analysis elaborated by the european defence agency; suggests that the european defence agency can provide light touch support and coordination suggestions , including a strategic assessment of the findings;


### 8. calls for military and strategic interoperability between the eu and like-minded partners and nato , and among member states , to be ensured , given that the risk of fragmentation is exacerbated by different national requirements and national public spending and investment and procurement schemes; ### 8. calls for military and strategic interoperability between the eu and like-minded partners and nato , and among member states , to be ensured , given that the risk of fragmentation is exacerbated by different national requirements and national public spending and investment and procurement schemes; calls for the inclusion of bilateral or mini-lateral projects for the development of defence capabilities of strategic relevance into the frameworks already provided by the union (i.e. the european defence fund) and for the expansion of these consortia to other member states that are willing and capable to contribute; emphasises the need to further harmonise synergies , including in terms of legislative framework , between the various european r&i and development programmes , with the aim of supporting the development of critical technologies in europe , also considering their potential dual-use applications;


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


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


### 5. welcomes the conclusion of the pca with malaysia; considers that this pca provides a solid legal framework for further enhancing long-standing bilateral political and economic relations and for discussing issues of regional and global concern such as counter-terrorism , the fight against corruption , the promotion of human rights and of international justice and the strengthening of the international framework for the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction; ### 5. welcomes the conclusion of the pca with malaysia; considers that this pca provides a solid legal framework for further enhancing long-standing bilateral political and economic relations and for discussing issues of regional and global concern such as the promotion of democracy and human rights , international justice and the strengthening of the international framework for the non-proliferation of weapons of mass destruction , counter-terrorism and the fight against corruption , among others;


### 10. reiterates its call on the malaysian authorities to repeal the sedition act and to bring all legislation , including the communications and multimedia act , in line with international standards on freedom of expression and the protection of human rights; ### 10. reiterates its call on the malaysian authorities to repeal the sedition act and to bring all legislation , including the communications and multimedia act , in line with international standards on freedom of expression and the protection of human rights; pending the repeal of these laws , call on the authorities to immediately and unconditionally release those who have been imprisoned solely for the peaceful exercise of their right to freedom of expression , drop charges under these laws against individuals who are facing trial for the peaceful exercise of their right to freedom of expression and ensure that no one else is arrested , investigated , charged or imprisoned under these law for the peaceful exercise of their human rights;


### 11. expresses concerns about the situation of refuges in malaysia , in particular as regards the detention and deportation of rohingya refugees; reiterates its call on malaysia to sign and ratify the 1951 refugee convention; ### 11. expresses concerns about the situation of refuges in malaysia , in particular as regards the continued violation of the principle of non-refoulement with detention and deportation of refugees and asylum-seekers to countries where they face serious human rights violations , including rohingya refugees; reiterates its call on malaysia to sign and ratify the 1951 refugee convention and its 1967 protocol; urges authorities to immediately put an halt to the deportations of refugees and asylum-seekers in blatant violation of fundamental international obligations , and grant the unhcr immediate access to temporary and permanent immigration detention centres;


### 12. commends the malaysian government’s announcement that it will abolish the country’s mandatory death penalty; encourages malaysia to take concrete steps to pass the agreement into law; ### 12. commends the malaysian government’s announcement that it will abolish the country’s mandatory death penalty; encourages malaysia to take concrete steps to abolish the death penalty unconditionally and for all crimes; pending this , calls on authorities to abolish the mandatory death penalty and individually review , with the intention to commute , the sentences of the over 1 ,300 individuals already on death row; calls on the governament to maintain the official moratorium on all executions until the death penalty is fully abolished and all death sentences are commuted;


### g. whereas following the march 2019 elections in thailand , the council stated in its october 2019 conclusions that it was appropriate for the eu to take steps towards broadening its engagement with thailand by preparing for the timely signature of the pca; ### g. whereas following the march 2019 elections in thailand , the council stated in its october 2019 conclusions that it was appropriate for the eu to take steps towards broadening its engagement with thailand by preparing for the timely signature of the pca; whereas , although the 2019 elections were an important step towards restoring a democratic form of governance in the country , thai's democracy remains deeply flawed , the regime continues to employ authoritarian tactics , including arbitrary arrests , intimidation , lèse-majesté charges , and harassment of activists , press freedom is constrained , due process is not guaranteed , and there is impunity for crimes committed against activists; whereas the electoral wins earned in local elections in 2022 by rivals to the ruling party brought about a healthier political opposition;


### n. whereas thailand is not a signatory to the 1951 un refugee convention; ### n. whereas thailand is not a signatory to the 1951 un refugee convention or its 1967 protocol; whereas asylum seekers are treated by authorities as illegal migrants and subject to arrest , detention , and deportations;


### p. whereas negotiations between the eu and thailand on a bilateral free trade agreement (fta) commenced in 2013 , but the eu has put the negotiations on hold; ### p. whereas negotiations between the eu and thailand on a bilateral free trade agreement (fta) commenced in 2013 , but the eu has put the negotiations on hold; whereas resumption of negotiations should be subject to the achievement of clearly defined objectives aiming at the highest standards in terms of environmental protection , labour rights and human rights and to a sustainability impact assessment , including a thorough human rights impact assessment , to make sure that the agreement is forward-looking and fair to consumers , workers , the environment , business and future generations;


### 2. reiterates the political value of strong trade and investment relations between asean and the eu in general , and between thailand and the eu in particular; welcomes the recent eu-asean summit and the commitment to further deepening this strategic partnership; ### 2. reiterates the political value of fair , sustainable and people- and environment-oriented trade and investment relations between asean and the eu in general , and between thailand and the eu in particular; welcomes the recent eu-asean summit and the commitment to further deepening this strategic partnership;


### 5. notes that the support of partners in the indo-pacific region has been and remains very valuable with regard to voting in the un general assembly relating to russia’s unjustified , unprovoked and illegal war on ukraine; welcomes the fact that thailand voted to condemn russia’s aggression against ukraine and appreciates the humanitarian aid provided by thailand to ukraine; ### 5. notes that the support of partners in the indo-pacific region has been and remains very valuable with regard to international efforts , including in the un general assembly , to counter russia’s unjustified , unprovoked and illegal war on ukraine; welcomes the fact that thailand voted to condemn russia’s aggression against ukraine and appreciates the humanitarian aid provided by thailand to ukraine;


### 8. expresses hope that the conclusion of the pca will provide a strong impetus for greater cooperation between the eu and thailand for the benefit of all eu and thai citizens , businesses and other stakeholders; ### 8. expresses hope that the conclusion of the pca will provide a strong impetus for greater cooperation between the eu and thailand for the benefit of all eu and thai citizens , residents , businesses and other stakeholders;


### 15. reiterates its calls urging thailand to take concrete steps towards the abolition of the death penalty and to sign and ratify the 1951 refugee convention; ### 15. reiterates its calls urging thailand to take concrete steps towards the abolition of the death penalty and to sign and ratify the 1951 refugee convention and its 1967 protocol; urges authorities to immediately put a halt to the deportations of ethnic rohingya and uighurs , political dissidents from laos , burma and cambodia , and other asylum seekers , which are in blatant violation of fundamental international obligations binding thailand , notably the principle of non-refoulement;


### 17. calls on the commission to make sure that human rights concerns are duly taken into account during any future negotiations on an eu-thailand fta; ### 17. calls on the commission to make sure that human rights concerns are duly taken into account and that progress towards the achievement of the highest human rights standards is conditional to future negotiations on an eu-thailand fta;


### c. whereas civilian csdp tasks have , over the years , broadened to include , inter alia , transitional justice , mediation , dialogue and conflict analysis , and have also adapted to new and emerging challenges such as hybrid threats , including cyberattacks and foreign influence , and the manipulation of information; ### c. whereas civilian csdp tasks have , over the years , broadened to include , inter alia , transitional justice , mediation , dialogue and conflict analysis , and have also adapted to new and emerging challenges such as hybrid threats , including cyberattacks and malicious foreign influence , misinformation and disinformation; whereas civilian csdp missions create synergies between security and development , thus substantially contributing to long-term stabilisation;


### d. whereas the adoption of the civilian csdp compact in 2018 was a significant step forward in strengthening the eu’s civilian crisis management , enhancing member states’ ownership , responsibility and contribution of resources; whereas further political commitment is needed to deliver on the agreed objectives; ### d. whereas the adoption of the civilian csdp compact in 2018 was a significant step forward in strengthening the eu’s civilian crisis management , enhancing member states’ ownership , responsibility and contribution of resources; whereas higher political , technical , and financial commitment from the member states is needed to deliver on the agreed objectives;


### 3. calls for the member states to use the new civilian csdp compact to strengthen their strategic vision of civilian crisis management by clarifying the role and added value of civilian csdp , and by defining a shared level of ambition for civilian crisis management; ### 3. regrets that the percentage of seconded personnel in civilian csdp missions has been subject to a constant decrease after the outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic; demands the member states to increase the percentage of seconded experts in civilian csdp missions to at least 70% , as indicated in the council conclusions of 12 december 2022; calls for the member states to use the new civilian csdp compact to strengthen their strategic vision of civilian crisis management by clarifying the role and added value of civilian csdp , and by defining a shared level of ambition for civilian crisis management;


### 4. believes that traditional civilian csdp tasks such as policing , the rule of law , civil administration , ssr and monitoring remain very important in order to stabilise and modernise the security and justice sectors; underlines the need to continue updating and enlarging tasks in the framework of the integrated approach and the treaties in light of the new risks and threats that have emerged; stresses the need to integrate and strengthen cross-cutting issues , in particular: ### 4. believes that traditional civilian csdp tasks such as policing , the rule of law , civil administration , ssr and monitoring remain very important in order to stabilise and modernise the security and justice sectors; stresses on the primary need to tailor the mandate , actions , and tasks of civilian csdp missions to the specific countries’ needs , priorities and demands; to this extent , encourages the union to consult properly with third countries during the whole planning phase of every civilian csdp mission , and to evaluate jointly the developments of every mission in order to increase effectiveness; underlines the need to continue updating and enlarging tasks in the framework of the integrated approach and the treaties in light of the new risks and threats that have emerged; stresses the need to integrate and strengthen cross-cutting issues , in particular:


### 5. stresses that anticipating future changes in the security environment is key to ensuring that civilian crisis management will achieve its strategic objectives; calls for the new civilian csdp compact to implement more scenario-based planning , strategic foresight and conflict analysis , and early warning in decision-making on missions and mandates; ### 5. stresses that anticipating future changes in the security environment is key to ensuring that civilian crisis management will achieve its strategic objectives; calls for the new civilian csdp compact to implement more scenario-based planning , strategic foresight and conflict analysis , and early warning in decision-making on missions and mandates , and to properly consult with the countries in which the individual missions are set to take place for tailoring the mandate and activities of the missions;


### 14. calls for a civilian capability development process to be set up to assess the capability needs , develop requirements , conduct a gap analysis and periodically review progress; ### 14. calls for a civilian capability development process to be set up to assess the capability needs , develop requirements , conduct a gap analysis and periodically review progress; encourages the hr/vp to explore the possibility to provide financial incentives to support the member states in their capability development efforts , as indicated in the 2018 civilian compact;


### 15. deplores the fact that in spite of being one of the core commitments in the compact , civilian csdp missions persistently suffer from member states not delivering on their pledges to provide sufficient personnel , with 10 member states currently providing 78 % of seconded personnel , and 17 member states only 22 %; calls on all member states to ensure that they provide seconded staff to fill 100 % of all operational positions and to provide at least 60 % of the seconded staff for non-operational positions; ### 15. deplores the fact that in spite of being one of the core commitments in the compact , civilian csdp missions persistently suffer from member states not delivering on their pledges to provide sufficient personnel , with 10 member states currently providing 78 % of seconded personnel , and 17 member states only 22 %; encourages the hr/vp and the eeas to consider the opportunity to propose an attractive eu-wide salary for seconded personnel deployed in civilian csdp missions - and to provide financial contribution to it for filling the gap between national salaries and the one set by the eu - in order to increase attractiveness for seconded experts; calls on all member states to ensure that they provide seconded staff to fill 100 % of all operational positions and to provide at least 60 % of the seconded staff for non-operational positions;


### 18. stresses that training is key for effectiveness , which is in turn essential for successful civilian csdp missions; calls for a comprehensive assessment of the overall civilian csdp training architecture in order to identify needs , gaps and overlaps in training within the member states with a view to improving and harmonising the eu policy on training for csdp , in particular with a focus on the needs of local populations; ### 18. stresses that training is key for effectiveness , which is in turn essential for successful civilian csdp missions; calls for a comprehensive assessment of the overall civilian csdp training architecture in order to identify needs , gaps and overlaps in training within the member states with a view to improving and harmonising the eu policy on training for csdp , in particular with a focus on the needs of local populations; believes that core elements and concepts of human rights and gender mainstreaming should be systematically included in pre-deployment and induction training , as well as in subsequent mandatory e-learning modules and that a specialised training course on human rights mainstreaming and human rights due diligence in the context of csdp , under the umbrella of the esdc , should be developed; calls to strengthen leadership engagement on human rights and gender equality , by providing all senior managers with gender-responsive and human rights leadership training at the beginning of their term; calls for the inclusion of mandatory modules on ihl in the pre-deployment and induction training for m/ops , both in hq and during posting , and integrating ihl into all training activities provided by m/ops , based on specific needs;


### 21. calls for a substantive increase of funding for the cfsp budget in order to respond to crisis situations and unforeseen events , and to actively identify where complementary projects and programmes could be funded from other relevant eu budgets; ### 21. calls for a substantive increase of funding for the cfsp budget in order to respond to crisis situations and unforeseen events , and to actively identify where complementary projects and programmes could be funded from other relevant eu budgets , most notably the european peace facility;


### b. whereas russia’s aggression against ukraine has further underlined the importance of common foreign and security policy (cfsp) alignment in the enlargement process; ### deleted


### b. whereas russia’s aggression against ukraine has further underlined the importance of common foreign and security policy (cfsp) alignment in the enlargement process; ### b. whereas russia’s war of aggression against ukraine has further underlined the importance of common foreign and security policy (cfsp) alignment in the enlargement process;


### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal; underlines the fact that progress on the rule of law and fundamental rights , the normalisation of relations with kosovo and alignment with the cfsp will determine the dynamics of the accession process; ### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal; underlines the fact that the normalisation of relations between belgrade and pristina and alignment with the cfsp will determine the dynamics of the accession process , reiterates the commissioner for enlargement's stance that while serbia's progress in the area of rule of law is important , further progress will continue to determine the overall pace of accession negotiations;


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


### 2. regrets serbia’s continued low level of alignment with the cfsp , in particular in the context of the russian war on ukraine; underlines the fact that , as a candidate country , serbia must adhere to the eu’s principles and policies , and alignment with a warmongering autocratic regime is unacceptable; ### 2. regrets serbia’s low level of alignment with the cfsp , in particular in the context of the russian war on ukraine; commends the positive steps taken in order to provide humanitarian aid to ukraine; notes that although not part of the negotiating framework , as a candidate country , serbia should progressively align its foreign policy with the cfsp; commends serbia’s active participation in eu missions and operations;


### 2. regrets serbia’s continued low level of alignment with the cfsp , in particular in the context of the russian war on ukraine; underlines the fact that , as a candidate country , serbia must adhere to the eu’s principles and policies , and alignment with a warmongering autocratic regime is unacceptable; ### 2. regrets serbia’s continued low level of alignment with the cfsp , in particular in the context of the russian war on ukraine; regrets serbia's continuos refusal ro align with the eu position in what concerns sanctions against russia; underlines the fact that , as a candidate country , serbia must adhere to the eu’s principles and policies , and alignment with a warmongering autocratic regime is unacceptable;


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


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


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


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


### 5. expresses concern about the decreasing public support for eu membership in serbia; ### 5. notes the decreasing public support for eu membership in serbia;


### 5. expresses concern about the decreasing public support for eu membership in serbia; ### 5. expresses concern about the decreasing public support for eu membership in serbia , which is fuelled by the spread of fake news and anti-eu propaganda;


### 6. notes the initial steps taken by serbia to align with the eu’s list of non-eu countries whose nationals require visas for the eu and calls for further alignment; ### 6. welcomes the significant steps taken by serbia to align with the eu’s list of non-eu countries whose nationals require visas for the eu and calls for further alignment;


### 7. notes the approval of the amendments to the serbian constitution and stresses that the reform process should continue as a matter of priority; ### 7. commends serbia’s progress in strengthening democracy and the rule of law and its increased legislative activities on eu-related reforms , especially the approval of the amendments to the serbian constitution and stresses that the reform process should continue as a matter of priority; welcomes the adoption of the legislative package on judiciary;


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


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


### 9. notes the conclusions of the final report of the organization for security and co-operation in europe / office for democratic institutions and human rights election observation mission , according to which the 3 april 2022 parliamentary elections presented diverse political options , but a number of shortcomings resulted in an uneven playing field , favouring the incumbents; calls on the serbian authorities to fully address the outstanding recommendations well ahead of the next elections; ### 9. notes the conclusions of the final report of the organization for security and co-operation in europe / office for democratic institutions and human rights election observation mission , according to which the 3 april 2022 parliamentary elections presented diverse political options , but a number of shortcomings resulted in an uneven playing field , favouring the incumbents; welcomes that majority of the recommendations from the odihr 2020 report on parliamentary elections were mostly fulfilled; calls on the serbian authorities to fully address the outstanding recommendations well ahead of the next elections;


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


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


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


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


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


### 12. notes that serbia’s adequate legislative and institutional framework for upholding fundamental rights needs to be put into practice; urges the serbian authorities to intensify their efforts to safeguard human rights; ### 12. notes that the implementation of serbia’s adequate legislative and institutional framework for upholding fundamental rights is a matter for the serbian authorities;


### 12. notes that serbia’s adequate legislative and institutional framework for upholding fundamental rights needs to be put into practice; urges the serbian authorities to intensify their efforts to safeguard human rights; ### 12. notes that serbia’s adequate legislative and institutional framework for upholding fundamental rights should be more efficiently implemented , therefore calls the serbian authorities to intensify their efforts;


### 12. notes that serbia’s adequate legislative and institutional framework for upholding fundamental rights needs to be put into practice; urges the serbian authorities to intensify their efforts to safeguard human rights; ### 12. notes that serbia’s adequate legislative and institutional framework for upholding fundamental rights needs to be put into practice; urges the serbian authorities to intensify their efforts to safeguard and promote human rights;


### 13. deplores the stagnation on freedom of expression , the cases of hate speech and smear campaigns and the increasing number of strategic lawsuits against public participation (slapps) in the country; reiterates that pressure and attacks on activists , journalists and media outlets are unacceptable; urges the authorities to investigate and prosecute all such offences , including those against the investigative outlet krik and the daily newspaper danas , and to create an environment in which freedom of expression can genuinely flourish; ### deleted


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


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


### 17. underlines the importance of a framework enabling civil society organisations to operate freely and participate in policy-making in inclusive and meaningful ways; ### 17. welcomes the improvement of the strategic framework enabling civil society organisations to operate freely and participate in policy-making in inclusive and meaningful ways and underlines its importance; commends the work of the national convent as an efficient instrument in this regard;


### 18. welcomes the significant representation of national minorities in the new parliament; ### 18. welcomes the significant representation of national minorities in the new parliament; welcomes that some members of the government come from the ranks of national minorities , and that there are numerous women government members;


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


### 19. is concerned about gender-based discrimination and violence; calls on the government to adopt the overdue action plan and funding for the strategy relating to violence against women and domestic violence; ### 19. welcomes the adoption of the national strategy for gender equality and strategy for prevention and protection against discrimination , but gender-based discrimination and violence should be further tackled; calls on the government to adopt the overdue action plan and funding for the strategy relating to violence against women and domestic violence;


### 20. welcomes the holding in belgrade of the first-ever europride march in south-east europe; regrets the contradictory communication by the serbian authorities , including the initial ban on the march; ### deleted


### 20. welcomes the holding in belgrade of the first-ever europride march in south-east europe; regrets the contradictory communication by the serbian authorities , including the initial ban on the march; ### 20. is concerned about cases of discrimination , hate speech and hate motivated incidents against lgbti people , including physical attacks , and the precarious situation for lesbian , gay , bisexual , transgender , and intersex (lgbti) people in serbia; reiterates its call for the intensification of efforts to provide minority groups with equal opportunities; welcomes the holding in belgrade of the first-ever europride march in south-east europe; deeply regrets the contradictory communication by the serbian authorities , including the initial ban on the march;


### 21. welcomes the adoption of a new general protocol for the protection of children from abuse and neglect; encourages serbia to improve the situation of all children; ### 21. welcomes the adoption of a new general protocol for the protection of children from abuse and neglect; encourages serbia to further improve the situation of all children;


### 22. welcomes the adoption of new strategies on anti-discrimination and roma inclusion and calls for their effective implementation; ### 22. welcomes the adoption of new strategies on anti-discrimination and calls for their effective implementation;


### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country; ### 23. welcomes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives and commends the efforts made in improving good neighbourly relations; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country;


### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country; ### 23. notes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages it to step up its reconciliation efforts and seek solutions to past disputes through diplomatic means , while refraining from adopting muscular postures and threatening the use of military means; underlines that there is no place for genocide denial or the glorification of war criminals in a candidate country;


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


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


### 25. condemns all actions that endanger stability and jeopardise the reconciliation process; is deeply concerned about the tensions in north kosovo and the unacceptable shooting on orthodox christmas eve; recalls the shared responsibility for peace and the rule of law for all people in kosovo; ### deleted


### 25. condemns all actions that endanger stability and jeopardise the reconciliation process; is deeply concerned about the tensions in north kosovo and the unacceptable shooting on orthodox christmas eve; recalls the shared responsibility for peace and the rule of law for all people in kosovo; ### 25. strongly condemns all actions that endanger stability and jeopardise the reconciliation process; is deeply concerned about the tensions in north kosovo including the ethnically motivated murder attempt on orthodox christmas eve; calls on authorities in pristina to ensure peace and the rule of law for all people living in kosovo; welcomes the constructive approach of serbia in the belgrade-pristina dialogue , and serbia’s commitment to the process of normalisation of relations;


### 26. welcomes the recent agreements in the framework of the berlin process; ### 26. welcomes the recent agreements in the framework of the berlin process; stresses the need to reinforce and find synergies of action between the eu initiatives for the region , such as the eu strategy for the adriatic-ionian region (eusair) , and the other bi- or multilateral initiatives , such as the adriatic ionian initiative (aii) , the central european initiative (cei) , and the berlin process;


### 27. welcomes serbia’s progress in developing a functioning market economy but underlines the fact that the country’s private sector is hampered by weaknesses in the rule of law; ### 27. welcomes serbia’s progress in developing a functioning market economy and attracting significant foreign direct investment (fdi) , well above the region’s average; further improvements in rule of law will further strengthen market economy and increase foreign investments;


### 29. calls on the serbian authorities to take measures to counter depopulation; ### 29. welcomes the serbian authority's efforts to counter depopulation , including the formation of the ministry of family welfare and demography;


### 30. is deeply concerned about the investments in serbia by russia and china and their influence on the political and economic processes in the region; ### deleted


### 30. is deeply concerned about the investments in serbia by russia and china and their influence on the political and economic processes in the region; ### 30. is concerned about the investments in serbia by russia and china and their influence on the political and economic processes in the region , while the eu should further increase its presence and investments in the region;


### 30. is deeply concerned about the investments in serbia by russia and china and their influence on the political and economic processes in the region; ### 30. is deeply concerned about the investments in strategic sectors in serbia by russia and china and their influence on the political and economic processes in the region;


### 32. welcomes the commission’s energy support package to help the western balkans overcome the energy crisis; calls on the serbian authorities to prepare a credible plan for reducing the country’s dependence on russian fossil fuels and building environmentally friendly energy systems; ### 32. welcomes the commission’s energy support package to help the western balkans overcome the energy crisis; calls on the serbian authorities to prepare a credible plan for reducing the country’s dependence on fossil fuels and building environmentally friendly energy systems;


### 33. expresses concern about air pollution; reiterates its calls on the serbian authorities to urgently accelerate the implementation of air quality plans; ### 33. expresses concern about air pollution around power plants and municipal areas; welcomes the adoption of the new plan on protecting from air pollution; reiterates its calls on the serbian authorities to urgently accelerate the implementation of air quality plans;


### 34. expresses concern about the environmental impact of new infrastructure constructions in serbia by chinese companies; calls on the serbian authorities to address the legitimate concerns expressed in the environmental protests; ### 34. calls on the serbian authorities to address the legitimate concerns expressed in the environmental protests;


### 34. expresses concern about the environmental impact of new infrastructure constructions in serbia by chinese companies; calls on the serbian authorities to address the legitimate concerns expressed in the environmental protests; ### 34. expresses concern about the environmental impact of new infrastructure constructions in serbia by chinese companies , which also create strategic dependencies; calls on the serbian authorities to address the legitimate concerns expressed in the environmental protests;


### 35. calls on the government to take measures regarding river pollution and further align with the eu acquis on water quality and nature protection; ### 35. calls on the government to continue investing efforts in measures regarding river pollution and further align with the eu acquis on water quality and nature protection;


### b. whereas the future of the western balkans lies in the european union; ### b. whereas the future of the western balkans lies in the european union; whereas the eu must deliver on promises and fulfil the european aspirations of the people of the western balkans; whereas any further delay as regards enlargement undermines the eu credibility in the region;


### c. whereas the eu is the largest provider of financial support to kosovo; ### c. whereas the eu is the largest provider of financial support to kosovo as well as to the other western balkans countries;


### 3. urges the member states that have not yet recognised kosovo as a sovereign state to do so; ### 3. urges the member states that have not yet recognised kosovo as a sovereign state to do so and calls on them to keep a constructive approach as regards kosovo's application for membership;


### 3. urges the member states that have not yet recognised kosovo as a sovereign state to do so; ### 3. urges the member states that have not yet recognised kosovo as a sovereign state to do so as part of the eu path of kosovo based on progress in the normalisation of relations with serbia;


### 6. reiterates its support for kosovo’s application for membership of the council of europe and the country’s plan to join the nato partnership for peace programme; ### 6. reiterates its support for kosovo’s application for membership of the council of europe and the country’s plan to join the nato partnership for peace programme , based on progress in the normalisation of relations with serbia;


### 6. reiterates its support for kosovo’s application for membership of the council of europe and the country’s plan to join the nato partnership for peace programme; ### 6. reiterates its support for kosovo’s application for membership of the council of europe and the country’s plan to join the nato partnership for peace programme; calls on the eu member states to support kosovo's applications to other international organisations , and to promote the full inclusion of kosovo in the international community;


### g. whereas in 2011 , the un ad hoc liaison committee concluded that palestinian institutions are ready for statehood; whereas however , since then , the democratic status of palestine has deteriorated owing to the ongoing occupation and internal problems , as well as worsening rule of law and corruption; ### g. whereas in 2011 , the un ad hoc liaison committee concluded that palestinian institutions are ready for statehood; whereas however , since then , the democratic status of palestine has deteriorated owing to the ongoing occupation and internal problems , as well as worsening rule of law and corruption; whereas under international humanitarian law the occupation of territory in wartime is a temporary situation and does not deprive the occupied power of its statehood nor its sovereignty;


### h. whereas the pa faces a crisis of legitimacy; whereas the last palestinian parliamentary elections were held in 2006; ### h. whereas the pa faces a crisis of legitimacy; whereas the last palestinian parliamentary elections were held in 2006; whereas parliamentary and presidential elections had been set to take place in may 2021 , but were cancelled; whereas the european union and the european parliament must be able to observe these elections , upon invitation; whereas , upon request from the palestinian authority , the eu in february 2021 requested permission to israeli authorities for an exploratory mission to observe the votes but was not granted access;


### reiterate the eu’s strong support for the two-state solution , as the only viable solution to the conflict , with the state of israel and the state of palestine living side by side , together in peace , security and mutual recognition under the 1967 borders with mutually agreed upon land swaps and jerusalem as the capital of both states; ### reiterate the eu’s strong support for the two-state solution , as the only viable solution to the conflict , with the state of israel and the state of palestine living side by side , together in peace , security and mutual recognition under the 1967 borders with mutually agreed upon land swaps and jerusalem as the capital of both states; regrets the unilateral decisions of some states to recognize jerusalem as israel's undivided capital and move their embassies into the city; continue to advocate for the full respect of international law and against any unilateral actions;


### continue to underline that israeli settlements in the opt are illegal; call for an end to all actions that undermine the viability of the two-state solution on the ground; ### continue to underline that israeli settlements in the opt are illegal under international law , according to the finding of the commission of inquiry mandated by the un human rights council; call for an end to all actions that undermine the viability of the two-state solution on the ground;


### stress the importance of direct negotiations between israel and palestine and remind both sides of the importance of the participation of women in all levels of the negotiations; ### stress the importance of direct negotiations between israel and palestine and remind both sides of the importance of the participation of women and minorities in all levels of the negotiations;


### support palestinian calls for renewed and inclusive political representation; strongly urge the pa and president abbas to hold free and fair national elections in order to strengthen the legitimacy of the palestinian political leadership; call on israel to respect its obligations to allow these elections to take place in east jerusalem; promote the participation of youth and women; ### support palestinian calls for renewed and inclusive political representation; strongly urge the pa and president abbas to hold free and fair national elections in order to strengthen the legitimacy of the palestinian political leadership; demand israel to respect its obligations to allow these elections to take place in east jerusalem , facilitate the holding of elections throughout the palestinian territory , and to cooperate with the eu and the european parliament to deploy an eom to observe the elections; promote the participation of youth , women and minorities;


### a. whereas the united nations this year celebrates its 75th anniversary; whereas the un has proved to be an essential forum for international consensus building on peace and security , sustainable development and respect for human rights and international law , as well as being a key provider of support for fragile states and vulnerable communities; whereas , in a context where the achievements and indispensable role of the un are often overlooked in a quest by some countries to advance unilateral decisions , it is important for the eu and its member states to ensure that the un remains an efficient and effective forum for the benefit of the international community and can continue to deliver on present and future global challenges , which can only be achieved through multilateral solutions; ### a. whereas the united nations this year celebrates its 75th anniversary; whereas the un has proved to be an essential forum for international consensus building on peace and security , sustainable development and respect for human rights and international law , as well as being a key provider of support for fragile states and vulnerable communities; whereas rising political tensions are disrupting the un agenda while the world is experiencing unprecedented global power shifts and the achievements and indispensable role of the un are often overlooked in a quest by some countries to advance unilateral decisions , it is important for the eu and its member states to ensure that the un remains an efficient and effective forum for the benefit of the international community and can continue to deliver on present and future global challenges , which have proved to be achievable only through multilateral solutions;


### b. whereas the covid-19 pandemic has shown the urgent need for resilient capacity-building across the international community and the need for close multilateral dialogue and cooperation , with particular regard to access to public goods; whereas agenda 2030 and the sdgs provide a central roadmap for recovery and action , already validated by the international community at large; whereas covid-19 will accelerate negative trends - including threats to democracy , the rule of law and human rights - unless swift , significant and substantial policy action is taken at a global level; whereas the pandemic has underscored the fact that healthy populations are not only a moral imperative , but also a prerequisite for economic wellbeing and development , as well as the importance of investing more and better in addressing critical health needs at a global level; ### b. whereas the covid-19 pandemic has shown the urgent need for resilient capacity-building across the international community and the need for close multilateral dialogue and cooperation , with particular regard to access to public goods; whereas agenda 2030 and the sdgs provide a central roadmap for recovery and action , already validated by the international community at large; whereas covid-19 will accelerate negative trends - including threats to democracy , the rule of law , human rights and gender equality - unless swift , significant and substantial policy action is taken at a global level; whereas the pandemic has underscored the fact that healthy populations are not only a moral imperative , but also a prerequisite for economic wellbeing and development , as well as the importance of investing more and better in addressing critical health needs at a global level;


### c. whereas the un secretary-general has shown excellent leadership in moving forward with the reform of the un; whereas the eu , as a leading un funder , has shown an important commitment to effective multilateralism through its political , symbolic and financial support to the un; ### c. whereas the un secretary-general advocates a globalist vision of the organisation , aiming to minimise the legitimacy of states , including by promoting schemes such as the compact for migration , which aim to impose political options on states that are often contrary to their vital interests;


### c. whereas the un secretary-general has shown excellent leadership in moving forward with the reform of the un; whereas the eu , as a leading un funder , has shown an important commitment to effective multilateralism through its political , symbolic and financial support to the un; ### c. whereas the un secretary-general has shown excellent leadership in moving forward with the reform of the un; whereas further courageous measures and political resolve are needed to address key outstanding issues , notably the reform of the structure of the un security council , to reflect the geo-political reality of the 21st century and to tackle inaction by veto; whereas the eu , as a leading un funder , has shown an important commitment to effective multilateralism through its political , symbolic and financial support to the un;


### continue with its efforts to enable the eu and its member states to progressively speak with one voice in the un , with particular reference to the un security council (unsc) and the good track record of cooperation with permanent and rotating unsc members which are eu member states , with the un general assembly (unga) and with the human rights council (hcr); praises the excellent role played by the eeas and its delegations , as well as the delegations of the eu member states , in facilitating such dialogue and cooperation; ### acknowledge the fact that , in accordance with the un charter , only states are constituent members of the organisation , and that it would be unacceptable for the european union to undermine this founding principle; recalls also that france’s seat as a permanent member of the security council must not in any way be called into question;


### continue with its efforts to enable the eu and its member states to progressively speak with one voice in the un , with particular reference to the un security council (unsc) and the good track record of cooperation with permanent and rotating unsc members which are eu member states , with the un general assembly (unga) and with the human rights council (hcr); praises the excellent role played by the eeas and its delegations , as well as the delegations of the eu member states , in facilitating such dialogue and cooperation; ### strive to ensure that the european union speaks with one voice in the un , with particular reference to the un security council (unsc) and the good track record of cooperation with permanent and rotating unsc members which are eu member states , with the un general assembly (unga) and with the human rights council (hcr); seek to arrive at common positions on issues before the security council through coordination within the council and among eu institutions; ensure continued dialogue with the uk to keep cooperating within the unsc; praises the excellent role played by the eeas and its delegations , as well as the delegations of the eu member states , in facilitating such dialogue and cooperation;


### recognise the potential of direct regional involvement in the un by supporting the possibility for other organisations , such as the african union (au) , to request a specific status as enhanced observer; ### recognise the potential of direct regional involvement in the un decision-making process by supporting the possibility for other organisations , such as the african union (au) , asean , the organization of american states , celac , the organization of islamic cooperation , to request a specific status as enhanced observer; acknowledge and deploy the potential of the eu , as the most sophisticated regional organization , to play a driving role in reviving and strengthening the un system through multilevel multilateralism;


### recognise the potential of direct regional involvement in the un by supporting the possibility for other organisations , such as the african union (au) , to request a specific status as enhanced observer; ### reiterate the fact that so-called regional organisations such as the european union and the african union have no purpose , legitimacy or legality in being involved as direct actors in the various un bodies;


### continue to seek greater synergies between the work of the un human rights council (hrc) , the unga and the unsc; commends the work of the eu in supporting the work of the hrc , in the context of the need to mainstream respect for human rights across all decision-making and policy areas of the un; ### continue to seek greater synergies between the work of the un human rights council (hrc) , the unga and the unsc; commends the work of the eu in supporting the work of the hrc , in the context of the need to mainstream respect for human rights across all decision-making and policy areas of the un; promote the revitalisation of the work of the general assembly;


### expand further the trilateral cooperation between the eu , the au and the united nations; stresses the importance of continuing to develop the au’s capabilities as regards crisis prevention , crisis management and conflict resolution on the african continent , as well as capabilities in other policy areas of relevance for africa’s security and stability , including in economic and environmental terms and with regard to access to public goods; takes the view that the eu can have a tremendous capacity of appeal with its ability to deliver on the partnership aspirations of the african continent and its institutions; underlines the importance of closer political and policy dialogue with the eu’s partners in africa , including within parliamentary dimensions; ### expand further the trilateral cooperation between the eu , the au and the united nations; stresses the importance of continuing to develop the au’s capabilities as regards crisis prevention , crisis management and conflict resolution on the african continent also through a coherent continuation of the long-term eu and un support to the full operationalization of the african peace and security architecture (apsa) , as well as capabilities in other policy areas of relevance for africa’s security and stability , including in economic and environmental terms and with regard to access to public goods; takes the view that the eu can have a tremendous capacity of appeal with its ability to deliver on the partnership aspirations of the african continent and its institutions; underlines the importance of closer political and policy dialogue with the eu’s partners in africa , including within parliamentary dimensions; commends the consistent positive developments achieved so far in the eu-un cooperation for what concerns peacekeeping missions and operations , particularly those conducted in the african continent , as well as the increase in coordination at a trilateral level;


### pursue further dialogue on the capacity of the un system to deliver on and expand its capability in terms of responsibility to protect; stresses the importance of dialogue and cooperation with the un on effective peacekeeping missions with clear objectives , a clear capacity of delivery , and effective mechanisms , including the perspectives of women in line with un security council resolution 1325 and all subsequent resolutions , as well as the need to ensure respect for human rights and the protection of civilians , which are at the core of peacekeeping mandates; underlines the importance of eu support to countries emerging from violent conflict and , therefore , calls for reinforced cooperation in addressing the fragility of transition settings , including through strengthening national ownership and consolidating peacebuilding gains; ### pursue further dialogue on the capacity of the un system to deliver on and expand its capability in terms of responsibility to protect; stresses the importance of dialogue and cooperation with the un on effective peacekeeping missions with clear objectives , a clear capacity of delivery , and effective mechanisms , including i) the perspectives of women in line with un security council resolution 1325 (2000) and all subsequent resolutions , ii) the perspective of children and young people as it is stated in the convention on the rights of the child , as well as iii) the need to ensure respect for the perspectives of indigenous people and iv) for human rights in general and the protection of civilians , which are at the core of peacekeeping mandates; underlines the importance of eu support to countries emerging from violent conflict and , therefore , calls for reinforced cooperation in addressing the fragility of transition settings , including through strengthening national ownership and consolidating peacebuilding gains; and underline eu's leading role in the fight against impunity , including its support to the international criminal court which is a fundamental element of the eu's voice at the un;


### pursue further dialogue on the capacity of the un system to deliver on and expand its capability in terms of responsibility to protect; stresses the importance of dialogue and cooperation with the un on effective peacekeeping missions with clear objectives , a clear capacity of delivery , and effective mechanisms , including the perspectives of women in line with un security council resolution 1325 and all subsequent resolutions , as well as the need to ensure respect for human rights and the protection of civilians , which are at the core of peacekeeping mandates; underlines the importance of eu support to countries emerging from violent conflict and , therefore , calls for reinforced cooperation in addressing the fragility of transition settings , including through strengthening national ownership and consolidating peacebuilding gains; ### pursue further dialogue on the capacity of the un system to deliver on and expand its capability in terms of responsibility to protect; stresses the importance of dialogue and cooperation with the un on effective peacekeeping missions with clear objectives , a clear capacity of delivery , and effective mechanisms , including the perspectives of women in line with un security council resolution 1325 and all subsequent resolutions , as well as reinforcing effective mechanisms to prevent possible abuses by un personnel and to hold them accountable in cases when abuses happen; to adopt a multilateral approach throughout the overall process of the missions; to ensure that respect for human rights and the protection of civilians is at the core of peacekeeping mandates; underlines the importance of eu support to countries emerging from violent conflict and , therefore , calls for reinforced cooperation in addressing the fragility of transition settings , including through strengthening national ownership and consolidating peacebuilding gains and enhancing interaction with local communities , ensuring them protection and relief;


### develop further the eu’s mediation capabilities for crisis prevention and management and conflict resolution , in synergy with efforts by the un , with the berlin process standing as a good example of eu support for and synergy with un-led mediation efforts; ### develop further the eu’s mediation capabilities for crisis prevention and management and conflict resolution , in synergy with efforts by the un , with the berlin process standing as a good example of eu support for and synergy with un-led mediation efforts; call on the un to prioritise prevention , mediation and political solutions to conflicts while addressing the root causes and drivers at the basis of the crises;


### support the un secretary-general’s call for an affordable and accessible covid-19 vaccine , to be considered a global public good; ### support the un secretary-general’s call for an affordable and accessible covid-19 vaccine , to be considered a global public good; support a reform of the world health organization (who) respond more efficiently to emergencies and to create an international antivirus consortium to guarantee access to and equitable distribution of covid-19 vaccines , as well as future vaccines , for all countries;


### continue to pursue and expand capacity cooperation within the un system on the promotion of effective common standards in new policy areas such as data protection , due diligence , artificial intelligence or cyberspace , while promoting adequate support for those countries that may wish to expand their regulatory capacity and implementation of standards; ### continue to pursue and expand capacity cooperation within the un system on the promotion of effective common standards in new policy areas such as data protection , due diligence , artificial intelligence or cyberspace , while promoting adequate support for those countries that may wish to expand their regulatory capacity and implementation of standards; suggest that the cornerstones of european cybersecurity such as the gdpr and the nis directive can represent an excellent basis on which willing countries can build on their regulatory frameworks for what concerns data protection and cybersecurity through a “security by design” approach and , therefore , best practices and lessons learned at the eu level can be shared within the un framework and un agencies devoted to this end also in response to individual countries’ request;


### address migration and forced displacement and cooperate in the implementation of both the global compact on migration and the global compact on refugees; support and reinforce the work of relevant un bodies such as unhcr and the united nations relief and works agency (unrwa); ### reject the global compact on migration as a major attack on the sovereignty and security of states;


### address migration and forced displacement and cooperate in the implementation of both the global compact on migration and the global compact on refugees; support and reinforce the work of relevant un bodies such as unhcr and the united nations relief and works agency (unrwa); ### address the root causes of migration and forced displacement; support and reinforce the work of relevant un bodies such as unhcr and the united nations relief and works agency (unrwa);


### further enhance integrated support for gender equality and the empowerment of women , in line with the beijing declaration and its platform for action , with a special focus on eradicating violence against women and girls and supporting the meaningful and active participation of women in all spheres of public life; ### further enhance integrated support for gender equality and the empowerment of women , in line with the beijing declaration and its platform for action , with a special focus on eradicating violence against women and girls and supporting the meaningful and active participation of women in all spheres of public life; strengthen international efforts through the un to ensure gender analysis as well as gender and human rights mainstreaming in all un activities; to develop indicators and to implement monitoring tools to measure progress on the participation of women in peace and security building , including in peacekeeping operations;


### further enhance integrated support for gender equality and the empowerment of women , in line with the beijing declaration and its platform for action , with a special focus on eradicating violence against women and girls and supporting the meaningful and active participation of women in all spheres of public life; ### include gender equality in all covid-19 response measures and further enhance integrated support for gender equality and the empowerment of women , in line with the beijing declaration and its platform for action , with a special focus on eradicating violence against women and girls , including sexual and gender-based violence , harmful practices and domestic and family violence , and supporting the meaningful and active participation of women in all spheres of public life;


### a. whereas georgia and the eu , as associated partners , are committed to promoting political association and economic integration based on common values and principles such as democracy , human rights and fundamental freedoms , the rule of law and good governance; ### a. whereas georgia and the eu , as associated partners , are committed to promoting accelerated political association and further economic integration based on common values and principles such as democracy , human rights and fundamental freedoms , the rule of law and good governance;


### 1. welcomes the continuous deepening of eu-georgia relations and the firm support that georgia’s chosen path of european and euro-atlantic integration enjoys across the political spectrum and in society; acknowledges the progress achieved by georgia , which has made it a key partner of the eu in the region , and reiterates the need to continue implementing reforms under the association agreement (aa) and the deep and comprehensive free trade area; ### deleted


### 2. reiterates its full support for georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognised borders and condemns the illegal occupation of the georgian regions of abkhazia and tskhinvali/south ossetia by the russian federation; emphasises that the aa covers the entire territory of georgia , including its occupied regions , and aims to benefit its whole population; calls on the russian federation to fulfil its obligations under the eu-mediated ceasefire agreement of 12 august 2008 , notably to withdraw all its military forces from georgia’s occupied territories and allow the european union monitoring mission (eumm) unhindered access to the whole territory of georgia; asks the commission and the eeas to enhance their efforts to resolve the conflict peacefully , including through the eumm and the eu special representative for the south caucasus and the crisis in georgia; ### 2. reiterates its full support for georgia’s sovereignty and territorial integrity within its internationally recognised borders; calls on the neighbouring states to abide by their international commitments to georgia’s territorial integrity; deplores all the diplomatic provocations stirring up tensions in this part of the caucasus;


### — having regard to the joint declaration of the heads of the member states of the group of five for the sahel (g5 sahel) and the president of the french republic made at the summit of 13 january 2020 held in pau , france (the pau declaration) , ### — having regard to the joint declaration of the heads of the member states of the group of five for the sahel (g5 sahel) and the president of the french republic made at the summit of 13 january 2020 held in pau , france (the pau declaration) and the joint declaration of 28april 2020 made by the members of the european council with the member states of the g5 sahel ,


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


### e. whereas serbia has remained committed to regional cooperation and good neighbourly relations; ### e. whereas serbia has remained committed to regional cooperation and good neighbourly relations; as well as to peace , stability , reconciliation and to maintaining a climate conducive to addressing open bilateral issues from the past;


### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal and that it is among the priorities of the newly elected government; ### 1. stresses that serbia , in view of its identity , history , traditional solidarity , cultural and spiritual affinities , originality and unique nature , should not consider possible eu membership as a matter of exclusive diplomatic and strategic involvement , which would mean a break with the political and diplomatic traditions and constants hitherto observed;


### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal and that it is among the priorities of the newly elected government; ### 1. welcomes the fact that eu membership continues to be serbia’s strategic goal and that it is among the priorities of the newly elected government; takes note of the positive fact that all of the parliamentary parties are supportive of serbia’s eu integration process;


### 2. underlines that the momentum created by the new mandate following the 21 june 2020 elections in serbia is an opportunity to make important progress towards serbia’s european perspective; advocates for the opening of additional negotiating chapters as serbia makes the necessary commitments to reform; notes that the opening of chapters is a tool for achieving sustainable pro-european change in serbia; ### 2. underlines that the momentum created by the new mandate following the 21 june 2020 elections in serbia is an opportunity to make important progress towards serbia’s european perspective; notes that the european commission assessed that an overall balance is currently ensured between progress under the rule of law and normalisation , on the one side , and progress in the negotiations across chapters , on the other side; advocates for the opening of all technically prepared negotiating chapters and to accelerate the overall accession negotiation process as serbia makes the necessary commitments to reform; notes that the opening of chapters is a tool for achieving sustainable pro-european change in serbia;


### 2. underlines that the momentum created by the new mandate following the 21 june 2020 elections in serbia is an opportunity to make important progress towards serbia’s european perspective; advocates for the opening of additional negotiating chapters as serbia makes the necessary commitments to reform; notes that the opening of chapters is a tool for achieving sustainable pro-european change in serbia; ### 2. underlines that the momentum created by the new mandate following the 21 june 2020 elections in serbia is an opportunity to make important progress towards serbia’s european perspective; advocates for the opening of additional negotiating chapters as serbia makes the necessary commitments to reform; notes that the opening of chapters is an essential tool for achieving sustainable pro-european change in serbia;


### 3. notes that serbia has continued aligning its legislation with the acquis; underlines that progress on the rule of law and fundamental rights chapters , as well as on the normalisation of relations with kosovo , continues to be essential and will determine the pace of accession negotiations; ### 3. calls for eu bodies , and in particular the units responsible for accession negotiations , to stop making the prior recognition of kosovo a permanent , across-the-board means of putting pressure on serbia;


### 4. stresses the importance of strategic communication on eu accession by serbian stakeholders; underlines that public discussion about eu accession must be based on facts; encourages the serbian authorities to communicate more actively their commitment to european values in public debate; ### 4. stresses the importance of strategic communication on eu accession by serbian stakeholders; underlines that public discussion about eu accession must be based on facts;


### 5. calls on serbia and the eu member states to pursue a more active and effective communication policy on the european perspective , aimed at both serbian and eu citizens; ### 5. calls on serbia and the eu member states to pursue a more active and effective communication policy on the european perspective , aimed at both serbian and eu citizens and continue the coordinated efforts on increasing the visibility of the eu funded projects;


### 6. believes that the conference on the future of europe should seek ways of involving serbian representatives; ### 6. believes that the conference on the future of europe should seek ways of involving serbian representatives , most notably stakeholders from the civil society and youth organisations;


### 7. takes note of the conclusions of the final report of the osce/odihr special election assessment mission that the 21 june 2020 parliamentary elections were administered efficiently but that the dominance of the ruling party , including in the media , was of concern; calls on the authorities to address fully all odihr recommendations well ahead of the next elections; ### 7. takes note of the conclusions of the final report of the osce/odihr special election assessment mission that the 21 june 2020 parliamentary elections were administered efficiently but that the dominance of the ruling party , including in the media , was of concern; calls on the serbian authorities to address fully all odihr recommendations well ahead of the next elections;


### 8. regrets the decision by parts of the opposition to boycott the elections; stresses that the only way to guarantee political representation for their constituents is by engaging in political and electoral processes; ### 8. regrets the decision by parts of the opposition to boycott the elections; stresses that the only way to guarantee political representation and capacity to influence the decisions making process for their constituents is by engaging in political and electoral processes;


### 9. welcomes the establishment of the inter-party dialogue (ipd) facilitated by the european parliament and the initial measures taken by the serbian authorities and the parliamentary majority to improve electoral conditions; calls for further implementation of all commitments undertaken in the framework of the ipd; ### 9. welcomes the establishment of the inter-party dialogue (ipd) facilitated by the european parliament and the initial measures taken by the serbian authorities and the parliamentary majority to improve electoral conditions; welcomes the establishment of a working group for improving electoral conditions; calls for further implementation of all commitments undertaken in the framework of the ipd;


### 10. calls for the continuation of the ipd with the involvement of all relevant stakeholders and pro-european political forces in the country; ### 10. calls for the continuation of the ipd with the involvement of all relevant stakeholders and pro-european or other political forces in the country;


### 10. calls for the continuation of the ipd with the involvement of all relevant stakeholders and pro-european political forces in the country; ### 10. calls for the continuation of the ipd with the involvement of all relevant stakeholders in the country;


### 11. calls on the new government to focus on fundamental reforms and address structural shortcomings in the areas of rule of law , fundamental rights , the functioning of democratic institutions and public administration; ### 11. calls on the new government to keep up fundamental and structural reforms in the areas of rule of law , fundamental rights , the functioning of democratic institutions and public administration;


### 11. calls on the new government to focus on fundamental reforms and address structural shortcomings in the areas of rule of law , fundamental rights , the functioning of democratic institutions and public administration; ### 11. calls on the new government to focus on fundamental reforms and address structural shortcomings in the areas of rule of law , fundamental rights , the functioning of democratic institutions , the fight against corruption and public administration;


### 12. urges serbia to deliver convincing results , including a sustainable track record with effective investigations in areas of concern such as the judiciary , freedom of expression and the fight against corruption and organised crime; reiterates its call for justice from 2018 with regard to the unlawful demolition of private property in belgrade; ### 12. urges serbia to deliver convincing results , including a sustainable track record with effective investigations in areas of concern such as the judiciary , freedom of expression and the fight against corruption and organised crime; notes that the new law on prevention of corruption has started with its implementation from 1 september 2020;


### 13. urges the serbian parliament to adopt constitutional reforms aimed at strengthening the independence of the judiciary; ### 13. notes that the government has drafted a proposal for constitutional reforms , which have received a positive assessment from the venice commission , and sent it to the competent committee of the assembly , which should adopt amendments in accordance with the prescribed procedure;


### 14. welcomes improvements to the practices and procedures of the national assembly; underlines that the quality of the legislative process still needs to be improved by increasing transparency and social dialogue and ensuring that independent regulatory bodies are empowered to exercise their oversight roles effectively; ### 14. welcomes improvements to the practices and procedures of the national assembly; notes that use of the urgent procedure for adopting laws was significantly reduced and that the plenary discussed the annual reports of independent bodies and adopted conclusions; underlines that the quality of the legislative process still needs to be improved by increasing transparency and social dialogue and ensuring that independent regulatory bodies are empowered to exercise their oversight roles effectively;


### 15. welcomes the adoption of the new media strategy and calls for its full implementation; ### 15. welcomes the adoption of the new action plan for media strategy and the fact that a working group will be set up to monitor the implementation of the strategy and action plan;


### 16. regrets the lack of progress on media freedom , abusive language , intimidation and even hate speech; urges serbian authorities to take immediate measures to guarantee freedom of expression and media independence; ### deleted


### 16. regrets the lack of progress on media freedom , abusive language , intimidation and even hate speech; urges serbian authorities to take immediate measures to guarantee freedom of expression and media independence; ### 16. takes note of the lack of sufficient progress on media freedom , abusive language , intimidation and even hate speech; urges serbian authorities to continue taking further steps in order to maintain and improve freedom of expression and media independence; welcomes the government's announcement that it will form a working group for the safety of journalists;


### 17. notes that the legal and institutional framework for upholding human rights is broadly in place and calls for its more effective implementation , with particular regard to the most vulnerable groups in society , including national minorities , in the areas of education , use of minority languages , adequate representation in public administration and the judiciary; ### 17. notes that the legal and institutional framework for upholding human rights is broadly in place and calls for its more effective implementation , with particular regard to the most vulnerable groups in society , including national minorities , in the areas of education , use of minority languages , adequate representation in public administration and the judiciary at all levels; reiterates its call for improved coordination and inclusion of stakeholders , for the full , consistent and timely implementation and periodic revision of the action plan for the realization of rights of national minorities;


### 18. takes note of serbia’s efforts to fight violence against women and children and domestic violence; stresses , however , that implementation and improvements are needed; ### 18. takes note of serbia’s efforts to fight violence against women and children and domestic violence; stresses , however , that more effective implementation and concrete improvements are needed;


### 19. underlines the need for protection of lgbti rights; calls for more adequate responses from the authorities to hate speech and hate-motivated crimes; ### deleted


### 19. underlines the need for protection of lgbti rights; calls for more adequate responses from the authorities to hate speech and hate-motivated crimes; ### 19. underlines the need to continue protecting lgbti rights; calls for more adequate responses from the authorities to hate speech and hate-motivated crimes;


### 20. commends the strong female representation in the new government; welcomes the representation of national minorities in the parliament; ### 20. commends the strong female representation in the new parliament and government; welcomes the substantial representation of national minorities in the parliament;


### 21. welcomes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages serbia to sustain its efforts at all levels aimed at reconciliation and strengthening good neighbourly relations; ### 21. welcomes serbia’s engagement in regional cooperation initiatives; encourages serbia to sustain its efforts at all levels aimed at reconciliation and strengthening good neighbourly relations; welcomes the recent decisions of the serbian government concerning citizens of albania to implement the regional agreement for free movement with id card;


### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; ### 22. points out that the possible recognition of kosovo is based solely on the will of the serbian authorities , over and beyond any external consideration or pressure , in particular from the eu;


### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; ### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; calls on the eeas to set up a mechanism to monitor and verify the implementation of all the agreements reached so far and to report periodically to the european parliament about the state of play;


### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; ### 22. stresses that the normalisation of relations between serbia and kosovo is a priority and a precondition for eu accession; calls for active and constructive engagement in the eu-facilitated dialogue led by the eu special representative seeking a comprehensive and legally binding agreement , in accordance with international law; reiterates its call to move forward with the full implementation , in good faith and in a timely manner , of all the agreements already reached; highlights the importance of creating the community of serbian municipalities as it represents a crucial element of the 2013 brussels agreement;


### 26. welcomes the progress serbia has made in the development of a functional market economy; invites serbia to continue its efforts to boost competitiveness and long-term and inclusive growth through structural reforms; ### 26. welcomes the progress serbia has made in the development of a functional market economy; invites serbia to continue its efforts to boost competitiveness and long-term and inclusive growth through structural reforms; underlines the importance of developing entrepreneurial skills among youth;


### 35. welcomes serbia’s continued participation in crisis management missions and operations under the common security and defence policy (csdp); welcomes the counterterrorism arrangements signed between the eu and serbia; ### 35. welcomes serbia’s continued participation in crisis management missions and operations under the common security and defence policy (csdp); encourages serbia to maintain its current commitments to provide personnel to four csdp missions and operations , as well as to seek further participation in the future; welcomes the counterterrorism arrangements signed between the eu and serbia;


### 36. expresses concern over serbia’s increasing dependence on defence equipment and technologies from the people’s republic of china and the insufficient transparency of the security sector’s public procurement practices; continues to be concerned about serbia’s close political and military cooperation with russia; ### deleted


### 36. expresses concern over serbia’s increasing dependence on defence equipment and technologies from the people’s republic of china and the insufficient transparency of the security sector’s public procurement practices; continues to be concerned about serbia’s close political and military cooperation with russia; ### 36. points out that serbia , like any sovereign country , is free to conclude any kind of political , diplomatic or military agreement or alliance with any country or international organisation;


### a. whereas covid-19 has caused a global pandemic , which is affecting millions of human lives , giving rise to an unprecedented global health , economic , social and humanitarian crisis; ### a. whereas covid-19 has caused a global pandemic , which is affecting millions of human lives , giving rise to an unprecedented global health , economic , social and humanitarian crisis; whereas its consequences are far-reaching and long-term and its impact will be felt for decades to come;


### b. whereas the eu has a responsibility to act as a global player and adjust its foreign policy in line with the fight against covid-19; ### b. whereas eu member states are contributing supportive assistance to the fight against the covid-19 crisis , this should not be seen as a global actor's responsibility;


### 1. affirms that the global outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic is a game changer in the international environment and a catalyst of change in the global order; ### 1. affirms that the global outbreak of the covid-19 pandemic is a game changer in the international environment and a catalyst of change in the global order , creating new challenges , barriers and opportunities for multilateral cooperation and global issues;


### 2. regrets the lack of global leadership and coordinated international response in the initial phases of the covid-19 crisis , as well as tendencies to opt for isolationist solutions , the withholding of critical information , the rise of authoritarian nationalism , state-sponsored disinformation campaigns and the promotion of false narratives which create distrust and undermine international cooperation; ### deleted


### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union still has to position itself in the new world order in which , alongside the eu , the us , china and russia play a leading role; ### deleted


### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid-19 outbreak , and recognises that the european union still has to position itself in the new world order in which , alongside the eu , the us , china and russia play a leading role; ### 4. notes the geopolitical competition and tensions following the covid 19 outbreak and recognises that eu member states are responding accordingly at the external level to find solutions , including bilaterally , to calm the geopolitical situation; recalls that the main task of the eu should be first and foremost to focus internal european action and crises;