### the union shall promote a multilateral and rules - based approach to global goods and challenges and shall cooperate with member states , partner countries , international organisations and other donors in that respect . ### the union shall promote a multilateral and rules - based approach to global goods and challenges and shall cooperate with member states , partner countries , international organisations , including international financial institutions and un agencies , funds and programmes , and other donors in that respect .


### –stability and peace eur 1 000 million , ### –stability and peace eur 886 million in 2018 prices ,


### promoting joint global efforts for inclusive and equitable quality education and training at all levels , including in emergency and crisis situations ; ### promoting the achievement of internationally agreed goals in education through joint global efforts for inclusive and equitable quality education and training at all levels , including in emergency and crisis situations ; contributing to the target of spending 15 % of development aid on education by 2030 and 50 % of this amount to basic education ; strengthening national education systems by prioritising free basic education , especially in least developed countries ;


### the provisioning rate shall range between 9% and 50% depending on the type of operations . ### the provisioning rate shall range between 9% and 50% depending on the type of operations . a maximum amount of eur 10 billion shall be provisioned from the eu budget through a specific budget line in the framework of the annual budgetary procedure or through a budget transfer . the commission shall be empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article 34 to amend this maximum amount if the need arises .


### the global context for action is the pursuit of a rules - based global order , with multilateralism as its key principle and the united nations at its core . the 2030 agenda , together with the paris agreement on climate change57and the addis ababa action agenda58is the international community’s response to global challenges and trends in relation to sustainable development . with the sustainable development goals at its core , the 2030 agenda is a transformative framework to eradicate poverty and achieve sustainable development globally . it is universal in scope , providing a comprehensive shared framework for action that applies to the union , to its member states and to its partners . it balances the economic , social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development , recognising the essential interlinkages between its goals and targets . the 2030 agenda aims to leave no one behind . the implementation of the 2030 agenda will be closely coordinated with the union ' s other relevant international commitments . actions undertaken by this regulation should pay particular attention to interlinkages between sustainable development goals and to integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way . _________________ 57 signed in new york on 22 april 2016 . 58 ' addis ababa action agenda of the third international conference on financing for development ' , adopted on 16 june 2015 and endorsed by the united nations general assembly on 27 july 2015 . ### the global context for action is the pursuit of a rules - based global order , with multilateralism and national sovereignty as its key principles and the united nations at its core . the 2030 agenda , together with the paris agreement on climate change57 and the addis ababa action agenda58 is the international community’s response to global challenges and trends in relation to sustainable development . with the sustainable development goals at its core , the 2030 agenda is a transformative framework to eradicate poverty and achieve sustainable development globally . it is universal in scope , providing a comprehensive shared framework for action that applies to the union , to its member states and to its partners . it balances the economic , social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development , recognising the essential interlinkages between its goals and targets . the 2030 agenda aims to leave no one behind . the implementation of the 2030 agenda will be closely coordinated with the union’s other relevant international commitments . the implementation of the 2030 agenda will be closely coordinated with the union ' s other relevant international commitments . actions undertaken by this regulation should pay particular attention to interlinkages between sustainable development goals and to integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way . _________________ 57 signed in new york on 22 april 2016 . 58 ' addis ababa action agenda of the third international conference on financing for development ' , adopted on 16 june 2015 and approved by the united nations general assembly on 27 july 2015 .


### the implementation of this regulation should be guided by the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy 59 , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union ' s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including preserving peace , preventing conflicts , strengthening international security , fighting root causes of irregular migration and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , supporting trade policy , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and technologies , and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote , the principles of respect for high social and environmental standards , for the rule of law , for international law and for human rights . _________________ 59 ' shared vision , common action : a stronger europe . a global strategy for the european union ' s foreign and security policy ' , june 2016 . ### the implementation of this regulation should be guided by the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy 59 , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union ' s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including preserving lasting peace , preventing conflicts , strengthening international security , fighting root causes of irregular migration and population displacements and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , fostering inclusive and equitable quality education as a tool for development and poverty eradication , supporting trade policy , economic and cultural diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting innovation digital solutions and technologies , protecting cultural heritage especially in conflict areas and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote , the principles of respect for high social and environmental standards , for the rule of law , for international law and for human rights . _________________ 59 ' shared vision , common action : a stronger europe . a global strategy for the european union ' s foreign and security policy ' , june 2016 .


### budget support as referred to in point of paragraph 1 , including through sector reform performance contracts , shall be based on country ownership , mutual accountability and shared commitments to universal values , democracy , human rights , the rule of law , and aims at strengthening partnerships between the union and partner countries . it shall include reinforced policy dialogue , capacity development , and improved governance , complementing partners ' efforts to collect more and spend better in order to support sustainable and inclusive economic growth and jobs and poverty eradication . ### budget support as referred to in point of paragraph 1 , including through sector reform performance contracts , shall be based on country ownership , mutual accountability and shared commitments to universal values , democracy , human rights , gender equality , social inclusion and human development , the rule of law , and aims at strengthening partnerships between the union and partner countries . it shall include reinforced policy dialogue , capacity development , and improved governance , complementing partners ' efforts to collect more and spend better in order to support sustainable and inclusive economic growth and jobs the reduction of inequalities and poverty eradication .


### the efsd + should aim at supporting investments as a means of contributing to the achievement of the sustainable development goals by fostering sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promoting the socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the eradication of poverty , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , skills and entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises as well as addressing specific socioeconomic root causes of irregular migration , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention should be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries . ### the efsd + should aim at supporting investments as a means of contributing to the achievement of the sustainable development goals by fostering sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promoting the socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the eradication of poverty , the promotion of peaceful , just and inclusive societies , sustainable and inclusive progress , the creation of decent jobs and economic opportunities , in particular for most vulnerable people , such as women , girls and lgbti people , victims of conflict and people with disabilities , by supporting socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises and cooperatives , in particular those owned by women , as well as addressing climate change , environmental degradation and specific socioeconomic root causes of migration and displacement which disproportionately affect women and girls , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention should be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries .


### where a consensus exists between the partner country concerned and the union that military actors are key for preserving , establishing or re - establishing the conditions essential for sustainable development , including in crises and fragile or destabilised contexts and situations . ### where a consensus exists between the partner country concerned and the union that security actors are key for preserving , establishing or re - establishing the conditions essential for sustainable development and that those security actors are not implicated in human rights violations or pose a threat to the functioning of state institutions , including in crises and fragile or destabilised contexts and situations .


### the financial envelope referred to in article shall finance the european fund for sustainable development plus and the external action guarantee . ### the european fund for sustainable development plus and the external action guarantee shall be financed through the financial envelopes for geographic programmes referred to in article 6 . this shall not go to the detriment of other actions financed under the geographic programmes .


### –asia and the pacific eur 10 000 million , ### –asia and the pacific eur 8 851 million in 2018 prices ,


### the primary objective of union’s development cooperation policy , as laid down in article 208 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union is the reduction and , in the long term , the eradication of poverty . the union’s development cooperation policy also contributes to the objectives of the union’s external action , in particular to foster the sustainable economic , social and environmental development of developing countries , with the primary aim of eradicating poverty , as set out in article 21 of the treaty on european union . ### the primary objective of union’s development cooperation policy , as laid down in article 208 of the treaty on the functioning of the european union is the reduction and , in the long term , the eradication of poverty . the union’s development cooperation policy also contributes to the objectives of the union’s external action , in particular to foster the sustainable economic , social , cultural , educational and environmental development of developing countries , with the primary aim of eradicating poverty , as set out in article 21 of the treaty on european union .


### the implementation of this regulation should be guided by the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy 59 , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union ' s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including preserving peace , preventing conflicts , strengthening international security , fighting root causes of irregular migration and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , supporting trade policy , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and technologies , and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote , the principles of respect for high social and environmental standards , for the rule of law , for international law and for human rights . _________________ 59 ' shared vision , common action : a stronger europe . a global strategy for the european union ' s foreign and security policy ' , june 2016 . ### the implementation of this regulation should be based on the policy framework for eu development cooperation as laid down in the lisbon treaty , the 2030 agenda for sustainable development and the paris climate agreement . it should also be guided by the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy 59 , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union ' s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including contributing to the eradication of poverty , fighting inequalities in all its forms , preserving peace , preventing conflicts , strengthening international security , fighting root causes of forced displacement and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , supporting a fair , sustainable , human rights compliant and gender - fair trade policy , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and inclusive technologies , and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote high social and environmental standards , the rule of law , international law and human rights . _________________ 59 ' shared vision , common action : a stronger europe . a global strategy for the european union ' s foreign and security policy ' , june 2016 .


### improving the business and investment climate , creating an enabling regulatory environment for economic development and supporting companies , in particular msmes , in expanding their business and creating jobs ; ### improving the responsible business and investment climate , creating an enabling regulatory environment for economic development and supporting companies , in particular msmes , cooperatives and social enterprises , in expanding their business and creating decent jobs , supporting the development of a solidarity economy , and boosting private sector accountability ;


### no later than seven years after the date of transposition of this directive , an evaluation of this directive shall be carried out . the commission shall communicate the conclusions of the evaluation accompanied by its observations to the european parliament , the council and the european economic and social committee . ### no later than five years after the date of transposition of this directive , the commission shall submit a report to the european parliament , to the council and to the european economic and social committee evaluating the implementation of this directive , in particular in respect of : the application of this directive with regard to technological developments , in particular with regard to autonomous and semi - autonomous vehicles ; an analysis of the adequacy of the scope of this directive , considering the accidents risks posed by different motor vehicles , in view of likely changes in the market . the report shall be accompanied by the observations of the commission and , where appropriate , by a legislative proposal .


### no later than seven years after the date of transposition of this directive , an evaluation of this directive shall be carried out . the commission shall communicate the conclusions of the evaluation accompanied by its observations to the european parliament , the council and the european economic and social committee . ### no later than five years after the date of transposition of this directive , an evaluation and full review of this directive shall be carried out . this evaluation shall , in particular , assess the suitability of this directive in the light of technological developments related to autonomous vehicles and semi - autonomous vehicles and whether the liability system it provides is likely to satisfy future needs . the commission shall communicate the conclusions of the evaluation accompanied by its observations and , where appropriate , by a legislative proposal , to the european parliament , the council and the european economic and social committee .


### member states shall set up or authorise a body to compensate injured parties habitually residing within their territory , at least up to the limits of the insurance obligation referred to in article 9 for personal injuries or material damage , caused by a vehicle insured by an insurance undertaking in any of the following situations : ### member states shall set up or authorise a body to compensate injured parties habitually residing within their territory , at least up to the limits of the insurance obligation referred to in article 9 or the guarantee limits prescribed by the member state , if higher , for personal injuries or material damage , caused by a vehicle insured by an insurance undertaking in any of the following situations :


### no later than seven years after the date of transposition of this directive , an evaluation of this directive shall be carried out . the commission shall communicate the conclusions of the evaluation accompanied by its observations to the european parliament , the council and the european economic and social committee . ### no later than five years after the date of transposition of this directive , an evaluation of this directive shall be carried out . in particular , the expediency of this directive with regard to technological developments relating to autonomous and semi - autonomous vehicles shall be assessed , and it shall be examined whether the regime of liability of this directive takes into account the new technological conditions or whether a new strict liability offence should be introduced which is based solely on autonomous vehicles as a source of danger and at the same time involves no uncontrolled liability risks in order not to stand in the way of the use of new technologies . the commission shall communicate the conclusions of the evaluation , accompanied by its observations , to the european parliament , the council and the european economic and social committee , attaching , where necessary , a legislative proposal .


### since the objectives of this directive , in particular to ensure an equal minimum protection of victims of traffic accidents across the union and to ensure the protection of victims in case of insolvency of insurance undertakings , cannot be sufficiently achieved by the member states but can rather , by reason of their effects , be better achieved at union level , the union may adopt measures , in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity as set out in article 5 of the treaty of the european union . in accordance with the principle of proportionality , as set out in that article , this directive does not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve those objectives . ### since the objectives of this directive , in particular to ensure an equal minimum protection of injured parties following traffic accidents across the union and to ensure their protection in case of insolvency of insurance undertakings , cannot be sufficiently achieved by the member states but can rather , by reason of their effects , be better achieved at union level , the union may adopt measures , in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity as set out in article 5 of the treaty of the european union . in accordance with the principle of proportionality , as set out in that article , this directive does not go beyond what is necessary in order to achieve those objectives .


### each member state shall set up or authorise a body with the task of providing compensation , at least up to the limits of the insurance obligation for damage to property or personal injuries caused by an unidentified vehicle or a vehicle for which the insurance obligation provided for in article 3 has not been satisfied . ### in article 10 , the first subparagraph of paragraph 1 is amended as follows : each member state shall set up or authorise a body with the task of providing compensation , at least up to the limits of the insurance obligation for damage to property or personal injuries caused by an unidentified vehicle or a vehicle for which the insurance obligation provided for in article 3 has not been satisfied , including with respect to incidents where a motor vehicle is used as a weapon to commit a violent crime or terrorist act .


### in response to the growing public demand for tax transparency and to promote investment firms ' corporate responsibility , it is appropriate to require that investment firms disclose certain information , including information on profits made , taxes paid and any public subsidies received . ### in response to the growing public demand for tax transparency and to promote investment firms ' corporate responsibility , it is appropriate to require that investment firms disclose on a yearly basis certain information , including information on profits made , taxes paid and any public subsidies received .


### at least 40% of the variable remuneration shall be deferred over a three to five year period as appropriate , depending on the business cycle of the investment firm , the nature of its business , its risks and the activities of the individual in question , except in the case of a variable remuneration of a particularly high amount where the proportion of the variable remuneration deferred is at least 60% ; ### at least 50% of the variable remuneration shall be deferred over a three to five year period as appropriate , depending on the business cycle of the investment firm , the nature of its business , its risks and the activities of the individual in question , except in the case of a variable remuneration of a particularly high amount where the proportion of the variable remuneration deferred is at least 70% ;


### the eib should regularly evaluate activities supported by the efsi with a view to assessing their relevance , performance and impact and to identifying aspects that could improve future activities . such evaluations should contribute to accountability and analysis of sustainability . ### the eib and the investment committee should regularly evaluate and report to the european parliament and the council on activities supported by the efsi with a view to assessing their relevance , performance and impact and to identifying aspects that could improve future activities . such evaluations and reporting should be made public and contribute to accountability and analysis of sustainability .


### alongside the financing operations that will be conducted through the efsi , a european investment advisory hub should be created . the eiah should provide strengthened support for project development and preparation across the union , by building on the expertise of the commission , the eib , national promotional banks and the managing authorities of the european structural and investment funds . this should establish a single point of entry for questions related to technical assistance for investments within the union . ### alongside the financing operations that will be conducted through the efsi , a public european investment advisory hub should be created . the eiah should provide strengthened support for project development and preparation across the union , by building on the expertise of the commission , the eib , national promotional banks and the managing authorities of the european structural and investment funds . this should establish a single point of entry for questions related to technical assistance for investments within the union .


### the esf + aims to support member states to achieve high employment levels , fair social protection and a skilled and resilient workforce ready for the future world of work , in line with the principles set out in the european pillar of social rights proclaimed by the european parliament , the council and the commission on 17 november 2017 . ### the esf + shall support member states to achieve high employment levels , social progress and social cohesion , fair social protection , eradication of poverty and a skilled and resilient workforce ready for the future world of work , in line with the principles set out in the european pillar of social rights proclaimed by the european parliament , the council and the commission on 17 november 2017 .


### lack of access to finance for microenterprises , social economy and social enterprises is one of the main obstacles to business creation , especially among people furthest from the labour market . the esf + regulation lays down provisions in order to create a market eco - system to increase the supply of and access to finance for social enterprises as well as to meet demand from those who need it most , and in particular the unemployed , women and vulnerable people who wish to start up or develop a microenterprise . this objective will also be addressed through financial instruments and budgetary guarantee under the social investment and skills policy window of the investeu fund . ### lack of access to finance for microenterprises , social economy and social enterprises is one of the main obstacles to business creation , especially among people furthest from the labour market . the esf + regulation lays down provisions in order to create a market eco - system to increase the supply of and access to finance for social enterprises as well as to meet demand from those who need it most , and in particular the unemployed , women , youth and vulnerable people who wish to start up or develop a microenterprise . this objective will also be addressed through financial instruments and budgetary guarantee under the social investment and skills policy window of the investeu fund .


### member states having a rate of young people aged 15 to 29 not in employment , education or training above the union average in 2019 on the basis of eurostat data , shall allocate at least 10% of their esf + resources under shared management for the years 2021 to 2025 to targeted actions and structural reforms to support youth employment and school - to - work transition , pathways to reintegrate into education or training and second chance education , in particular in the context of implementing youth guarantee schemes . ### member states shall allocate at least 5% of their esf + resources under shared management for the years 2021 to 2025 to targeted actions and structural reforms to support youth employment and school - to - work transition , pathways to reintegrate into education or training and second chance education , in particular in the context of implementing youth guarantee schemes . member states having a rate of young people aged 15 to 29 not in employment , education or training above the union average in 2019 on the basis of eurostat data , or whenever their neet rate is above 15% , or whenever their youth unemployment rate is above 15% , shall allocate at least 15% of their esf + resources under shared management in the programming period to the above mentioned actions and structural reform measures .


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


### to ensure that the social dimension of europe as set out in the european pillar of social rights is duly put forward and that a minimum amount of resources is targeting those most in need member states should allocate at least 25% of their national esf + resources of the esf + strand under shared management to fostering social inclusion . ### to ensure that the social dimension of europe as set out in the european pillar of social rights is duly put forward and that a minimum amount of resources is targeting those most in need member states should allocate at least 30% of their national esf + resources of the esf + strand under shared management to fostering social inclusion and poverty eradication .


### when programming the esf + resources under shared management for 2026 and 2027 at mid - term in accordance with article [ 14 ] of [ the future cpr ] , member states having a rate of young people aged 15 to 29 not in employment , education or training above the union average in 2024 on the basis of eurostat data , shall allocate at least 10% of their esf + resources under shared management for the years 2026 to 2027 to these actions . ### when programming the esf + resources under shared management for 2026 and 2027 at mid - term in accordance with article [ 14 ] of [ the future cpr ] , member states having a rate of young people aged 15 to 29 not in employment , education or training above the union average in 2024 on the basis of eurostat data , shall allocate at least 15% of their esf + resources under shared management for the years 2026 to 2027 to these actions .


### all programmes implemented under the esf + strand under shared management , as well as the operations supported by the employment and social innovation and health strands shall ensure equality between men and women throughout their preparation , implementation , monitoring and evaluation . they shall also promote equal opportunities for all , without discrimination based on sex , racial or ethnic origin , religion or belief , disability , age or sexual orientation throughout their preparation , implementation , monitoring and evaluation . ### all programmes implemented under the esf + strand under shared management , as well as the operations supported by the employment and social innovation and health strands shall ensure equality between men and women throughout their preparation , implementation , monitoring and evaluation . they shall also promote equal opportunities for all , without discrimination based on sex , racial or ethnic origin , religion or belief , disability , age or sexual orientation throughout their preparation , implementation , monitoring and evaluation . resources should be allocated in line with the principles of gender budgeting .


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


### in the light of persistently high levels of youth unemployment and inactivity in a number of member states and regions , in particular affecting young people who are neither in employment , nor in education or training , it is necessary that those member states continue to invest sufficient resources of the esf + strand under shared management towards actions to promote youth employment including through the implementation of youth guarantee schemes . building on the actions supported by the youth employment initiative in the 2014 - 2020 programming period targeting individual persons , member states should further promote employment and education reintegration pathways and outreach measures for young people by prioritising , where relevant , long - term unemployed , inactive and disadvantaged young people including through youth work . member states should also invest in measures aimed at facilitating school - to - work transition as well as reforming and adapting employment services with a view to providing tailor - made support to young people . member states concerned should therefore allocate at least 10% of their national resources of the esf + strand under shared management to support youth employability . ### in the light of persistently high levels of youth unemployment and inactivity in a number of member states and regions , in particular affecting young people who are neither in employment , nor in education or training , or who come from marginalised communities , it is necessary that those member states continue to invest sufficient resources of the esf + strand under shared management towards actions to promote youth employment including through the implementation of youth guarantee schemes . building on the actions supported by the youth employment initiative in the 2014 - 2020 programming period targeting individual persons , member states should further promote employment and education and / or training reintegration pathways and outreach measures for young people by prioritising , where relevant , long - term unemployed , inactive , disadvantaged and marginalised young people including through youth work . member states should also invest in measures aimed at facilitating school - to - work transition as well as reforming and adapting employment services with a view to providing tailor - made support to young people . member states concerned should therefore allocate at least 15% of their national resources of the esf + strand under shared management to support youth employability .


### improving access to employment of all jobseekers , in particular youth and long - term unemployed , and of inactive people , promoting self - employment and the social economy ; ### improving access to employment of all jobseekers , in particular youth and the long - term unemployed , people with disabilities and inactive people , promoting self - employment and the social economy ;


### eur 15 000 000 000 for cluster ' climate , energy and mobility ' ; ### eur 28 000 000 000 for cluster ' climate , energy and mobility ' ;


### the pillar ' global challenges and industrial competitiveness ' should be established through clusters of research and innovation activities , in order to maximise integration across the respective work areas while securing high and sustainable levels of impact in relation to the resources that are expended . it will encourage cross - disciplinary , cross - sectoral , cross - policy and cross - border collaboration in pursuit of the un sdgs and the competitiveness of the union ' s industries therein . ### the pillar ' global challenges and industrial competitiveness ' should be established through clusters of research and innovation activities , in order to maximise integration across the respective work areas while securing high and sustainable levels of impact in relation to the resources that are expended . it will encourage cross - disciplinary , cross - sectoral , cross - policy and cross - border collaboration in pursuit of the un sdgs and the competitiveness of the union ' s industries therein . to ensure a multistakeholder approach and the consideration of societal needs , relevant stakeholders together with civil society should be actively involved in the research agenda setting through the strategic planning process and the development of work programmes .


### eur 10 000 000 000 for cluster ' food and natural resources ' ; ### eur 16 000 000 000 for cluster ‘ food , natural resources , seas and oceans’ ;


### eur 15 000 000 000 for cluster ' digital and industry ' ; ### eur 25 000 000 000 for cluster ' digital and industry ' ;


### the financial envelope for the implementation of the framework programme for the period 2021 &#8211 ; 2027 shall be eur 94 100 000 000 in current prices for the specific programme referred to in article 1 and , in addition , the amount for the specific programme referred to in article 1 , as laid down in regulation&#8230 ; . establishing the european defence fund . ### the financial envelope for the implementation of the framework programme for the period 2021 &#8211 ; 2027 shall be eur 120 000 000 000 in current prices for the specific programme referred to in article 1 and , in addition , the amount for the specific programme referred to in article 1 , as laid down in regulation&#8230 ; . establishing the european defence fund .


### member states shall ensure that in all new non - residential buildings and in all existing non - residential buildings undergoing major renovation with more than ten parking spaces , at least one of every ten is equipped with a recharging point within the meaning of directive 2014 / 94 / eu on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure17 , which is capable of starting and stopping charging in reaction to price signals . this requirement shall apply to all non - residential buildings , with more than ten parking spaces , as of 1 january 2025 . __________________ 17 oj l 307 , 28 . 10 . 2014 , p . 1 ### member states shall ensure that in all new non - residential buildings and in all existing non - residential buildings undergoing major renovation , insofar as the renovation measures include electric infrastructure , with more than ten parking spaces inside or physically adjacent to the building , at least one of every ten is ducted to enable the installation of recharging points for electric vehicles , within the meaning of directive 2014 / 94 / eu on the deployment of alternative fuels infrastructure17 . this requirement shall apply to all non - residential buildings , with more than ten parking spaces , as of 1 january 2025 . __________________ 17 oj l 307 , 28 . 10 . 2014 , p . 1


### member states shall ensure that newly built residential buildings and those undergoing major renovations , with more than ten parking spaces , include the pre - cabling to enable the installation of recharging points for electric vehicles for every parking space . ### member states shall ensure that new residential buildings and those undergoing major renovations , with more than ten parking spaces inside or physically adjacent to the building , include ducting to enable the installation of recharging points for electric vehicles for every parking space .


### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of air - conditioning systems for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 100 kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime ; ### member states shall lay down the necessary measures to establish a regular inspection of the accessible parts of air - conditioning systems for non - residential buildings with total primary energy use of over 250mwh and for residential buildings with a centralised technical building system of a cumulated effective rated output of over 12 kw . the inspection shall include an assessment of the air - conditioning efficiency and the sizing compared to the cooling requirements of the building . the assessment of the sizing does not have to be repeated as long as no changes were made to this air - conditioning system or as regards the cooling requirements of the building in the meantime ;


### technical building system means technical equipment for space heating , space cooling , ventilation , domestic hot water , built - in lighting , building automation and control , on - site electricity generation , on - site infrastructure for electro - mobility , or a combination of such systems , including those using energy from renewable sources , of a building or building unit ; ; ### technical building system means technical equipment for space heating , space cooling , ventilation , and any other equipment for controlling indoor environmental conditions , domestic hot water , built - in lighting , building automation and control , on - site electricity generation , on - site infrastructure for electro - mobility , including recharging points as defined by directive 2014 / 94 / ue , or a combination of such systems , including those using energy from renewable sources , of a building or building unit ;


### in their long - term renovation strategy referred to in paragraph 1 , member states shall set out a roadmap with clear milestones and measures to deliver on the long - term 2050 goal to decarbonise their national building stock , with specific milestones for 2030 . ### in their long - term renovation strategy referred to in paragraph 1 , member states shall set out a roadmap with clear milestones and actions to deliver on the long - term 2050 goal to fully decarbonise their national building stock , with specific milestones for 2030 and 2040 . when setting those milestones , member states shall specify how they contribute to achieving the eus binding energy efficiency target of 40% in 2030 in accordance with the unions target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by at least 80% by 2050 . in addition , the long term renovation strategy shall establish specific measures and financing instruments to decrease energy demand and contribute to the alleviation of energy poverty .


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


### the implementation of this regulation should be guided by the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy 59 , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union ' s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including preserving peace , preventing conflicts , strengthening international security , fighting root causes of irregular migration and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , supporting trade policy , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and technologies , and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote , the principles of respect for high social and environmental standards , for the rule of law , for international law and for human rights . __________________ 59 ' shared vision , common action : a stronger europe . a global strategy for the european union ' s foreign and security policy ' , june 2016 . ### the implementation of this regulation should be guided by the policy framework for eu development cooperation as laid down in the lisbon treaty , the 2030 agenda on sustainable development , and the paris climate agreement . it should also be guided by the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy [ 1 ] , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union ' s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including contributing to the eradication of poverty , fighting inequality in all its forms , in particular gender inequalities , preserving peace , preventing conflicts , strengthening international safety , fighting root causes of forced displacement and assisting populations , countries and regions confronted with enhanced migratory pressure and confronting natural or man - made disasters , supporting a fair , human rights compliant and gender - just trade policy , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and technologies , and fostering the international dimension of union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote , high social and environmental standards , the rule of law , international law and human rights . finally , the role of women from feminist approach as peace - builders is crucial , because historically they have never constructed their political identity on nationalistic bases , but most frequently on international networking with women of different backgrounds , developing an attitude on intercultural dialogues . __________________ 59 ' shared vision , common action : a stronger europe . a global strategy for the european union ' s foreign and security policy ' , june 2016 .


### at global level , to consolidate and support democracy , rule of law and human rights , support civil society organisations , further stability and peace and address other global challenges including migration and mobility ; ### to consolidate and support democracy , rule of law and human rights and gender equality , support civil society organisations , including women’s organisations , further stability and peace and address other global challenges ;


### the commission shall report on financial instruments , budgetary guarantees , financial assistance in accordance with article 241 and 250 of the financial regulation . to this purpose , the eligible counterparts shall provide annually the information necessary to allow the commission to comply with the reporting obligations . ### the commission shall report regularly on financial instruments , budgetary guarantees , financial assistance in accordance with article 241 and 250 of the financial regulation . to this purpose , the eligible counterparts shall provide annually the information necessary to allow the commission to comply with the reporting obligations .


### whilst democracy and human rights , including gender equality and women ' s empowerment should be reflected throughout the implementation of this regulation , union assistance under the thematic programmes for human rights and democracy and civil society organisations should have a specific complementary and additional role by virtue of its global nature and its independence of action from the consent of the governments and public authorities of the third countries concerned . ### whilst democracy and human rights , including gender equality , women ' s empowerment and girls ' empowerment should be reflected throughout the implementation of this regulation , union assistance under the thematic programmes for human rights and democracy and civil society organisations should have a specific complementary and additional role by virtue of its global nature and its independence of action from the consent of the governments and public authorities of the third countries concerned .


### strengthening the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms ; ### strengthening the protection and promotion of human rights and fundamental freedoms ; peace , democracy and the rule of law , and the related international instruments ;


### supporting a thriving civil society and its role in reform processes and democratic transformations , and promoting an enabling space for civil society and citizens ' engagement in political decision - making ; ### supporting a thriving civil society , strengthening its role in political transitions , reform processes and democratic transformations , and promoting an enabling space for civil society and citizens ' engagement , with an equal participation and representation of women and men in political life and in decision - making ;


### supporting a thriving civil society and its role in reform processes and democratic transformations , and promoting an enabling space for civil society and citizens ' engagement in political decision - making ; ### supporting gender equality , and a thriving civil society , strengthening its role in political transitions , and promoting an enabling space for civil society and citizens ' engagement in political decision - making ;


### at global level , to consolidate and support democracy , rule of law and human rights , support civil society organisations , further stability and peace and address other global challenges including migration and mobility ; ### at global level , to consolidate and support democracy , rule of law and human rights and gender equality , support civil society organisations , including women ' s organisations , further stability and peace and address other global challenges including migration and mobility ;


### good governance , democracy , rule of law and human rights ### good governance , democracy , rule of law and human rights and gender equality


### external actions are often implemented in a highly volatile environment requiring continuous and rapid adaptation to the evolving needs of union partners and to global challenges to human rights , democracy and good governance , security and stability , climate change and environment , oceans , and the migration crisis and its root causes . reconciling the principle of predictability with the need to react rapidly to new needs consequently means adapting the financial implementation of the programmes . to increase the ability of the eu to respond to unforeseen needs , building on the successful experience of the european development fund , an amount should be left unallocated as an emerging challenges and priorities cushion . it should be mobilised in accordance with the procedures established in this regulation . ### external actions are often implemented in a highly volatile environment requiring continuous and rapid adaptation to the evolving needs of union partners and to global challenges to human rights , democracy and good governance , security and stability , climate change and environment , oceans , and the migration crisis and its root causes , which disproportionately affects women and girls and puts vulnerable groups including lgbti people at higher risk of harm . reconciling the principle of predictability with the need to react rapidly to new needs consequently means adapting the financial implementation of the programmes . to increase the ability of the eu to respond to unforeseen needs , building on the successful experience of the european development fund , an amount should be left unallocated as an emerging challenges and priorities cushion . it should be mobilised in accordance with the procedures established in this regulation .


### the efsd + should aim at supporting investments as a means of contributing to the achievement of the sustainable development goals by fostering sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promoting the socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the eradication of poverty , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , skills and entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises as well as addressing specific socioeconomic root causes of irregular migration , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention should be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries . ### the efsd + should aim at supporting investments as a means of contributing to the achievement of the sustainable development goals by fostering sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promoting the socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the eradication of poverty , sustainable and inclusive progress , the creation of decent jobs and economic opportunities , in particular for most vulnerable people , such as women , girls and lgbti people , by supporting socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises and cooperatives , in particular those owned by women , as well as addressing climate change , environmental degradation and specific socioeconomic root causes of forced displacement in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention should be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries .


### strengthening democracy and democratic processes , governance and oversight , including transparent and credible electoral processes ; ### strengthening democracy and democratic processes , governance and oversight , including transparent , peaceful and credible electoral processes ;


### an annual estimate of the overall spending related to climate action and biodiversity shall be made on the basis of the indicative programming documents adopted . the funding allocated under this regulation shall be subject to an annual tracking system based on the methodology of the organisation for economic cooperation and development , without excluding the use of more precise methodologies where these are available , integrated into the existing methodology for performance management of union programmes , to quantify the expenditure related to climate action and biodiversity at the level of the action plans and measures referred to in article 19 and recorded within evaluations and the annual report . ### an annual estimate of the overall spending related to climate action and biodiversity , conflict prevention and peace - building , and gender equality shall be made on the basis of the indicative programming documents adopted . the funding allocated under this regulation shall be subject to an annual tracking system based on the methodology of the organisation for economic cooperation and development , without excluding the use of more precise methodologies where these are available , integrated into the existing methodology for performance management of union programmes , to quantify the expenditure related to climate action and biodiversity , conflict prevention , peace - building , and gender equality at the level of the action plans and measures referred to in article 19 and recorded within evaluations and the annual report .


### the partners’ commitments and performance , established on the basis of criteria such as political reform and economic and social development ; ### the partners’ commitments and performance , established on the basis of criteria such as political reform , gender equality , good governance , human rights , and economic and social development ;


### pursuant to the sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to reinforced monitoring and reporting with a focus on results , covering outputs , outcomes and impacts in partner countries benefiting from the union ' s external financial assistance . in particular , as agreed in the consensus , actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 20% of the official development assistance funded under this regulation to social inclusion and human development , including gender equality and women ' s empowerment . ### pursuant to the sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to reinforced monitoring and reporting with a focus on results , covering outputs , outcomes and impacts in partner countries benefiting from the union ' s external financial assistance . in particular , as agreed in the consensus , actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 20% of the official development assistance funded under this regulation to social inclusion and human development , including gender equality and women ' s empowerment and youth empowerment .


### multiannual indicative programmes shall set out the priority areas selected for union financing , the specific objectives , the expected results , clear and specific performance indicators , and the indicative financial allocations , both overall and per priority area . ### multiannual indicative programmes shall set out the priority areas selected for union financing , the specific objectives , the expected results , clear and specific performance indicators , and the indicative financial allocations , both overall and per priority area , including envelopes dedicated to civil society and the support of women’s organisations .


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


### an external action guarantee should be established building on the existing efsd guarantee and the guarantee fund for external actions . the external action guarantee should support the efsd + operations covered by budgetary guarantees , macro - financial assistance and loans to third countries on the basis of council decision 77 / 270 / euratom71 . these operations should be supported by appropriations under this regulation , together with those under regulation no … / … and regulation no … / … , which should also cover the provisioning and liabilities arising from macro - financial assistance loans and loans to third countries referred to in article 10 of regulation eins , respectively . when funding efsd + operations , priority should be given to those which have a high impact on job creation and whose cost - benefit ratio enhances the sustainability of investment . the operations supported with the external action guarantee should be accompanied by an in - depth ex ante assessment of environmental , financial and social aspects , as appropriate and in line with the better regulation requirements . the external action guarantee should not be used to provide essential public services , which remains a government responsibility . __________________ 71 council decision 77 / 270 / euratom of 29 march 1977 empowering the commission to issue euratom loans for the purpose of contributing to the financing of nuclear power stations . ### an external action guarantee should be established building on the existing efsd guarantee and the guarantee fund for external actions . the external action guarantee should support the efsd + operations covered by budgetary guarantees , macro - financial assistance and loans to third countries on the basis of council decision 77 / 270 / euratom71 . these operations should be supported by appropriations under this regulation , together with those under regulation no … / … and regulation no … / … , which should also cover the provisioning and liabilities arising from macro - financial assistance loans and loans to third countries referred to in article 10 of regulation eins , respectively . when funding efsd + operations , priority should be given to those which have a high impact on job creation , with a particular focus on jobs for vulnerable groups including women , lgbti people and those with disabilities . when funding efsd + operations , priority should be given to those which have a high impact on job creation and whose cost - benefit ratio enhances the sustainability of investment . the operations supported with the external action guarantee should be accompanied by an in - depth ex ante assessment of environmental , financial and social aspects , including the unique impact on women , and the impact on affected and isolated communities , as well as the identification of effective ways to address them in line with the better regulation requirements . the external action guarantee should not be used to provide essential public services , which remains a government responsibility . __________________ 71 council decision 77 / 270 / euratom of 29 march 1977 empowering the commission to issue euratom loans for the purpose of contributing to the financing of nuclear power stations .


### the efsd + should maximise additionality of funding , address market failures and sub - optimal investment situations , deliver innovative products and ‘ crowd - in’ private sector funds . involvement of the private sector in the union’s cooperation with partner countries through the efsd + should yield measurable and additional development impact without distorting the market and should be cost - effective based on mutual accountability and risk and cost sharing . the efsd + should operate as a ‘ one - stop - shop’ , receiving financing proposals from financial institutions and public or private investors and delivering a wide range of financial support to eligible investments . ### the efsd + should maximise additionality of funding , address market failures and sub - optimal investment situations , deliver innovative products and ‘ crowd - in’ private sector funds , with a particular consideration of local sustainable development which can support women ' s empowerment and encourage self - determination . involvement of the private sector in the union’s cooperation with partner countries through the efsd + should yield measurable and additional development impact without distorting the market and should be cost - effective based on mutual accountability and risk and cost sharing . the efsd + should operate as a ‘ one - stop - shop’ , receiving financing proposals from financial institutions and public or private investors and delivering a wide range of financial support to eligible investments .


### the european neighbourhood policy , as reviewed in 201562 , aims at the stabilisation of neighbouring countries and strengthening resilience , particularly by boosting economic development , as the union ' s main political priorities . in order to attain its objective , the reviewed european neighbourhood policy has been focusing on four priority areas : good governance , democracy , the rule of law and human rights , with a particular focus in engaging further with civil society ; economic development ; security ; migration and mobility , including tackling the root causes of irregular migration and forced displacement . differentiation and enhanced mutual ownership are the hallmark of the european neighbourhood policy , recognising different levels of engagement , and reflecting the interests of each country concerning the nature and focus of its partnership with the union . __________________ 62 joint communication to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions , ' review of the european neighbourhood policy ' , 18 november 2015 . ### the european neighbourhood policy , as reviewed in 201562 , aims at the stabilisation of neighbouring countries and strengthening resilience , particularly by boosting economic development , as the union ' s main political priorities . in order to attain its objective , the reviewed european neighbourhood policy has been focusing on four priority areas : good governance , democracy , the rule of law and human rights , with a particular focus in engaging further with civil society ; economic development ; security ; migration and mobility , including tackling the root causes of forced displacement and addressing the unequal impact this has on women and girls . differentiation and enhanced mutual ownership are the hallmark of the european neighbourhood policy , recognising different levels of engagement , and reflecting the interests of each country concerning the nature and focus of its partnership with the union . __________________ 62 joint communication to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions , ' review of the european neighbourhood policy ' , 18 november 2015 .


### indicatively 10 % of the financial envelope set out in article 4 to supplement the country financial allocations referred to in article 12 shall be allocated to partner countries listed in annex i in order to implement the performance - based approach . the performance - based allocations shall be decided on the basis of their progress towards democracy , human rights , rule of law , cooperation on migration , economic governance and reforms . the progress of partner countries shall be assessed annually . ### indicatively 10 % of the financial envelope set out in article 4 to supplement the country financial allocations referred to in article 12 shall be allocated to partner countries listed in annex i in order to implement the performance - based approach . the performance - based allocations shall be decided on the basis of their progress towards peace , democracy , human rights , gender equality , rule of law , cooperation on migration , economic governance and reforms . the progress of partner countries shall be assessed annually .


### the european neighbourhood policy , as reviewed in 201562 , aims at the stabilisation of neighbouring countries and strengthening resilience , particularly by boosting economic development , as the union ' s main political priorities . in order to attain its objective , the reviewed european neighbourhood policy has been focusing on four priority areas : good governance , democracy , the rule of law and human rights , with a particular focus in engaging further with civil society ; economic development ; security ; migration and mobility , including tackling the root causes of irregular migration and forced displacement . differentiation and enhanced mutual ownership are the hallmark of the european neighbourhood policy , recognising different levels of engagement , and reflecting the interests of each country concerning the nature and focus of its partnership with the union . __________________ 62 joint communication to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions , ' review of the european neighbourhood policy ' , 18 november 2015 . ### the european neighbourhood policy , as reviewed in 2015 [ 1 ] , aims at the stabilisation of neighbouring countries and strengthening resilience , particularly by boosting economic development , as the union ' s main political priorities . in order to attain its objective , the reviewed european neighbourhood policy has been focusing on four priority areas : good governance , democracy , the rule of law and human rights , with a particular focus in engaging further with civil society ; economic development ; human safety , migration and mobility , including tackling the root causes of forced displacement and assisting populations , countries and regions confronted with enhanced migratory pressure , using always a gender sensitive lens . differentiation and enhanced mutual ownership are the hallmark of the european neighbourhood policy , recognising different levels of engagement , and reflecting the interests of each country concerning the nature and focus of its partnership with the union . this regulation should help to implement the sustainable development goals in the european neighbourhood policy and ensure policy coherence for sustainable development throughout its objectives . __________________ 62 joint communication to the european parliament , the council , the european economic and social committee and the committee of the regions , ' review of the european neighbourhood policy ' , 18 november 2015 .


### supporting a thriving civil society and its role in reform processes and democratic transformations , and promoting an enabling space for civil society and citizens ' engagement in political decision - making ; ### supporting gender equality , and a thriving civil society , strengthening its role in political transitions , reform processes and democratic transformations , and promoting an enabling space for civil society and citizens ' engagement , with an equal participation and representation of women and men in political life and in decision - making ;


### programmes and actions under this regulation shall mainstream climate change , environmental protection and gender equality and shall address interlinkages between sustainable development goals , to promote integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way . these programmes and actions shall be based on an analysis of risks and vulnerabilities , integrate a resilience approach and be conflict sensitive . they shall be guided by the principle of leaving no one behind . ### programmes and actions under this regulation shall mainstream climate change , environmental protection , gender equality and conflict prevention and peace - building , and shall address interlinkages between sustainable development goals , to promote integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way . these programmes and actions shall be based on an analysis of risks and vulnerabilities , integrate a resilience approach and be conflict sensitive . they shall be guided by the principle of leaving no one behind and ‘ do no harm’ .


### the efsd + should aim at supporting investments as a means of contributing to the achievement of the sustainable development goals by fostering sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promoting the socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the eradication of poverty , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , skills and entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises as well as addressing specific socioeconomic root causes of irregular migration , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention should be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries . ### the efsd + should aim at supporting investments as a means of contributing to the achievement of the sustainable development goals by fostering sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promoting the socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the eradication of poverty , the promotion of peaceful , just and inclusive societies , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs and economic opportunities , in particular for the most vulnerable , including women and girls , lgbti people , victims of conflict and people with disabilities , by supporting socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises and cooperatives , in particular those owned by women , as well as addressing climate change , environmental degradation and specific socioeconomic causes of forced displacement , which disproportionately affect women and girls , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention should be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries .


### member states shall notify to the commission any draft measure that introduces new requirements or authorisation schemes referred to in article 4 , or modifies such existing requirements or authorisation schemes . ### member states shall notify to the commission any draft measure that introduces new requirements or authorisation schemes referred to in article 4 , or substantially modifies such existing requirements or authorisation schemes .


### where a member state modifies a notified draft measure with the effect of significantly extending its scope or content , or shortening the timetable originally envisaged for implementation , or adding requirements or authorisation schemes , or making those requirements or authorisation schemes more restrictive for the establishment , or the cross - border provision of services , it shall notify the modified draft measure previously notified under paragraph 1 again , including an explanation of the objective and content of the modifications . in such a case , the previous notification shall be deemed to be withdrawn . ### where a member state substantially modifies a draft measure that has already been notified , extending its scope or content , shortening the timetable for implementation , or adding or tightening requirements or authorisation schemes for the cross - border provision of services , the member state shall notify those modifications to the commission , including an explanation of the objective and content thereof . 2bmember states shall not be obliged to notify the changes made during the parliamentary procedure to a draft measure that has been already notified . however , member states shall notify the draft measure containing those changes to the commission once it has been adopted . .


### where the commission has issued an alert in accordance with article 6 , it may , within a period of three months after the date of the closure of the consultation period referred to in article 5 , adopt a decision finding the draft measure to be incompatible with directive 2006 / 123 / ec and requiring the member state concerned to refrain from adopting the draft measure or , if such measure has been adopted in breach of article 3 or article 6 , to repeal it . ### where the commission has issued an alert in accordance with article 6 , in view of the fact that the notified draft measure does not comply with directive 2006 / 123 / ec , it may , within a period of one month after the date of the closure of the consultation period referred to in article 5 , begin an infringement procedure in accordance with the provisions laid down in article 258 tfeu in order for the court of justice to establish that the notified draft measure is in breach of eu law .


### to ensure the efficiency , effectiveness and coherence of the notification procedure , the commission should retain the power to adopt decisions requiring the member state in question to refrain from adopting notified measures or , if already adopted , to repeal them , where they violate directive 2006 / 123 / ec . ### pursuant to article 17 of the treaty on european union and the procedure laid down in article 258 et seq . of the treaty on the functioning of the european union , to ensure the efficiency , effectiveness and coherence of the notification procedure , the commission may set in motion an infringement procedure through the court to establish that a measure notified by a member state is in breach of directive 2006 / 123 or other provisions of eu law . at the commission’s discretion and pursuant to article 279 tfeu , the commission may call on the court to prescribe interim measures to suspend the operation of a notified measure that the commission considers contrary to eu law .


### upon receipt of such an alert , the notifying member state shall not adopt the draft measure for a period of three months after the closure of the consultation period . ### upon receipt of such an alert , the notifying member state shall not adopt the draft measure for a period of one month after the closure of the consultation period .


### the commission and member states may , within a period of two months as of the beginning of the consultation period referred to in paragraph 2 , submit comments to the notifying member state . ### the commission and member states may , within a period of five months as of the beginning of the consultation period referred to in paragraph 2 , submit comments to the notifying member state .


### draft measures referred to in paragraphs 1 and 2 shall be notified to the commission at least three months prior to their adoption . ### draft measures referred to in paragraph 1 shall be notified to the commission at least three months prior to their adoption .


### ' adoption ' means the decision in a member state making the law , regulation or administrative provision of a general nature final according to the applicable procedure . ### ' adoption ' means the decision in a member state making the draft measure final in accordance with the applicable procedure .


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


### before the closure of the consultation period referred to in article 5 , the commission may alert the notifying member state of its concerns about the compatibility with directive 2006 / 123 / ec of the draft measure notified and of its intention to adopt a decision referred to in article 7 . ### before the closure of the consultation period referred to in article 5 and , the commission may alert the notifying member state of its concerns about the compatibility with directive 2006 / 123 / ec of the draft measure notified and of its intention to adopt a decision referred to in article 7 .


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


### in the spirit of transparency and cooperation , where substantive amendments are made to a draft measure that is subject to an ongoing notification procedure under this directive , the commission , other member states and stakeholders should be made aware of such amendments by the notifying member state in due time . modifications of merely clerical nature should not be communicated . ### in the spirit of transparency and cooperation , where substantive amendments are made to a draft measure that is subject to an ongoing notification procedure under this directive , the commission , other member states and stakeholders should be made aware of such amendments by the notifying member state in due time . modifications of merely clerical nature should not be communicated . in any event , the notification of substantive amendments should not significantly alter the deadlines set for the consultation . in such cases , the notifying member state should notify those modifications at least one month prior to their adoption .


### the information to be submitted by the notifying member state should be sufficient to assess compliance with directive 2006 / 123 / ec and , in particular , the proportionality of a notified authorisation scheme or requirement . therefore , in accordance with the case - law of the court of justice of the european union , such information should clarify the public interest objective pursued , set out how the notified authorisation scheme or requirement is necessary and justified to meet this objective and explain how it is proportionate in doing so ; thus , it should include explanations on why it is suitable , why it does not go beyond what is necessary and why no alternative and less restrictive means would be available . the reasons which may be invoked by the member state concerned by way of justification should be accompanied by appropriate evidence and by an analysis of the proportionality of the notified measure . ### the information to be submitted by the notifying member state should be sufficient and relevant enough to assess compliance with directive 2006 / 123 / ec and , in particular , the proportionality of a notified authorisation scheme or requirement . therefore , in accordance with the case - law of the court of justice of the european union , such information should clarify the public interest objective pursued , set out how the notified authorisation scheme or requirement is necessary and justified to meet this objective and explain how it is proportionate in doing so ; thus , it should include sufficient explanations on why it is suitable , why it does not go beyond what is necessary and why no alternative and less restrictive means would be available . the reasons which may be invoked by the member state concerned by way of justification should be accompanied by sufficient and appropriate evidence and by an analysis of the proportionality of the notified measure .


### before the closure of the consultation period referred to in article 5 , the commission may alert the notifying member state of its concerns about the compatibility with directive 2006 / 123 / ec of the draft measure notified and of its intention to adopt a decision referred to in article 7 . ### before the closure of the consultation period referred to in article 5 , the commission may alert the notifying member state of its concerns about the compatibility with directive 2006 / 123 / ec of the draft measure notified and of its intention to adopt a recommendation referred to in article 7 .


### the notification obligation established by this directive should apply to regulatory measures of member states , such as laws , regulations , administrative provisions of general nature or any other binding rule of general nature , including rules adopted by professional organisations to regulate in a collective manner access to service activities or the exercise thereof . the notification obligation should on the other hand not apply to individual decisions issued by national authorities . ### the notification obligation established by this directive should apply to draft regulatory measures of member states , such as laws , regulations , administrative provisions of general nature or any other draft binding rule of general nature , including rules adopted by professional organisations and / or associations to regulate in a collective manner access to service activities or the exercise thereof . the notification obligation should on the other hand not apply to decisions directed towards a specific service provider or draft rules laid down in collective contracts negotiated by social partners which are not considered to be requirements within the meaning of this directive . in addition , since this directive applies solely to the requirements that impact access to service activities or the exercise thereof , it shall not apply to the provisions laid down by the highway code , to draft rules relating to the development and location of homes , urban and rural planning and buildings regulations , administrative sanctions imposed for failure to comply with rules unless they specifically govern or affect service activities or draft implementation measures for binding acts of the union in the member state , when those acts contain uniform provisions to be implemented and where there is no divergence from the rules of the member states which may result in barriers for the single market .


### failure to comply with the obligation to notify draft measures at least three months prior to their adoption and / or to refrain from adopting the notified measure during this period and , as the case may be , during the 3 months following the reception of an alert , should be considered to be a substantial procedural defect of a serious nature as regards its effects vis - à - vis individuals . ### failure to comply with the obligation to notify draft measures at least three months prior to their adoption should be considered to be a substantial procedural defect of a serious nature as regards its effects vis - à - vis individuals .


### failure to comply with the obligation to notify draft measures at least three months prior to their adoption and / or to refrain from adopting the notified measure during this period and , as the case may be , during the 3 months following the reception of an alert , should be considered to be a substantial procedural defect of a serious nature as regards its effects vis - à - vis individuals . ### pursuant to article 15 of directive 2006 / 123 , the member states are required to notify the commission of any new law , regulation or administrative provision which sets the requirements referred to in article 15 of the directive . the commission shall communicate the provisions concerned to the other member states . such notification shall not prevent the adoption by member states of the provisions in question . within a period of three months from the date of receipt of the notification , the commission shall examine the compatibility of any new requirements with community law and , where appropriate , shall adopt a decision requesting the member state in question to refrain from adopting them or to abolish them .


### the effective enforcement of the rules governing the internal market for services set out in directive 2006 / 123 / ec should be enhanced by improving the existing notification procedure established by that directive in respect of national authorisation schemes and certain requirements concerning both access to self - employed activities and their exercise . the prevention of the adoption of national provisions establishing requirements and authorisation schemes that would be contrary to directive 2006 / 123 / ec should be facilitated . this directive is without prejudice to the commission ' s powers under the treaties and the member states ' obligation to comply with the provisions of union law . ### the effective enforcement of the rules governing the internal market for services set out in directive 2006 / 123 / ec should be enhanced by improving the existing notification procedure established by that directive in respect of national authorisation schemes and certain requirements concerning both access to self - employed activities and their exercise . this directive is without prejudice to the commission ' s powers under the treaties and the member states ' obligation to comply with the provisions of union law . this directive does not limit the sovereign right of member states to regulate service activities provided that they do so in accordance with the provisions of union law .


### where neither the commission nor other member states have submitted comments to a notified draft measure within the two months referred to in paragraph 3 , the consultation period shall end immediately . ### where neither the commission nor other member states have submitted comments to a notified draft measure within the five months referred to in paragraph 3 , the consultation period shall end immediately .


### where the commission has issued an alert in accordance with article 6 , it may , within a period of three months after the date of the closure of the consultation period referred to in article 5 , adopt a decision finding the draft measure to be incompatible with directive 2006 / 123 / ec and requiring the member state concerned to refrain from adopting the draft measure or , if such measure has been adopted in breach of article 3 or article 6 , to repeal it . ### where the commission has issued an alert in accordance with article 6 , in view of the fact that the notified draft measure does not comply with directive 2006 / 123 / ec , it may , within a period of one month after the date of the closure of the consultation period referred to in article 5 , begin an infringement procedure in accordance with the provisions laid down in article 258 tfeu in order for the court of justice to establish that the notified draft measure is in breach of eu law .


### the effective enforcement of the rules governing the internal market for services set out in directive 2006 / 123 / ec should be enhanced by improving the existing notification procedure established by that directive in respect of national authorisation schemes and certain requirements concerning both access to self - employed activities and their exercise . the prevention of the adoption of national provisions establishing requirements and authorisation schemes that would be contrary to directive 2006 / 123 / ec should be facilitated . this directive is without prejudice to the commission ' s powers under the treaties and the member states ' obligation to comply with the provisions of union law . ### the effective enforcement of the rules governing the internal market for services set out in directive 2006 / 123 / ec should be enhanced by fully adopting the existing notification procedure established by that directive in respect of national authorisation schemes and certain requirements concerning both access to self - employed activities and their exercise . enhancing dialogue between the commission and the member states should prevent the adoption of national provisions establishing requirements and authorisation schemes that would be contrary to directive 2006 / 123 / ec should be facilitated . this directive is without prejudice to the powers conferred on the commission and the court of justice under the treaties and the member states ' obligation to comply with the provisions of union law .


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


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


### the rule of law is one of the essential values upon which the union is founded . as recalled by article 2 of the treaty on european union , these values are common to the member states . ### respect for human dignity , freedom , democracy , equality , the rule of law and respect for human rights , including the rights of persons belonging to minorities , are the essential values upon which the union is founded . these values are common to the member states in a society in which pluralism , non - discrimination , tolerance , justice , solidarity and equality between women and men prevail . these values are enshrined&#160 ; in article 2 of the treaty on european union and in the criteria for union membership as recalled by article 49 of the treaty .


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