### 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 .


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


### 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 , disaster risk reduction and preparedness , 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 capacities , risks and vulnerabilities , integrate a people and community centred approach to resilience and be conflict sensitive . they shall be guided by the principle of leaving no one behind .


### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to mainstream climate action in the union policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 25 % of the union budget expenditures supporting climate objectives . actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 25% of its overall financial envelope to climate objectives . relevant actions will be identified during the implementation of this regulation , and the overall contribution from this regulation should be part of relevant evaluations and review processes . ### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change , protecting the environment and fight nature loss , in line with the union commitments to implement the paris agreement , the convention on biological diversity and the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to mainstream climate and environmental action in the union policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 50 % of the union budget expenditures supporting climate and environment objectives . actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 50% of its overall financial envelope to climate and environment related objectives and support actions with clear and identifiable co - benefits across sectors . relevant actions will be identified during the implementation of this regulation , and the overall contribution from this regulation should be part of relevant evaluations and review processes . as a general principle , all union action and expenditure should be consistent with the objectives of the paris agreement and not contribute to environmental degradation . special emphasis should be put on support for adaptation to climate change in poor , highly vulnerable countries . financing of climate action through this regulation will contribute to the honouring of the developed countries’ commitment to mobilise usd 100 billion per year from 2020 to address the needs of developing 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 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 .


### the union shall seek to promote , develop and consolidate the principles of democracy , the rule of law and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms on which it is founded , through dialogue and cooperation with partner countries and regions . ### the union shall seek to promote , develop and consolidate through dialogue and cooperation with partner countries and regions the principles on which it is founded , namely democracy , the rule of law , the universality and indivisibility of human rights and fundamental freedoms , respect for human dignity , the principles of equality and solidarity , and respect for the principles of the united nations charter and international law .


### before the adoption or extension of exceptional assistance measures not exceeding eur 20 million , the commission shall inform the council of their nature and objectives and of the financial amounts envisaged . the commission shall inform the council before making significant substantive changes to exceptional assistance measures already adopted . the commission shall take account of the relevant policy approach of the council for the planning and subsequent implementation of such measures , in the interests of consistency of the union ' s external action . ### the commission shall take account of the relevant policy approach of the council and the european parliament for the planning and subsequent application of such measures , in the interests of consistency of the union ' s external action .


### 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 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 privatise or undermine the provision of 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 emerging challenges and priorities cushion of an amount of eur 10 200 million shall increase the amounts referred to in paragraph 2 in accordance with article 15 . ### the emerging challenges and priorities cushion of an amount of eur 7 966 million in 2018 prices shall increase the amounts referred to in paragraph 2 in accordance with article 15 .


### when providing budget support in accordance with article 236 of the financial regulation , the commission shall clearly define and monitor criteria for budget support conditionality , including progress in reforms and transparency , and shall support the development of parliamentary control , national audit capacities and increased transparency and public access to information . ### when providing budget support in accordance with article 236 of the financial regulation , the commission shall clearly define and monitor criteria for budget support conditionality , including progress in reforms and transparency , and shall support the development of parliamentary control , national audit capacities , cso participation in monitoring and increased transparency and public access to information and development of strong public procurement systems that support local economic development and local businesses .


### 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 should contribute at least 20% of the official development assistance funded under this regulation to social inclusion and human development , with a focus on basic social services , in particular health and education , taking into account gender equality and women ' s empowerment as a horizontal issue . 10 % of official development aid financed under this regulation is devoted to education , with the aim of increasing this figure to 15 % in 2030 .


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


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


### promoting inclusive and equitable quality formal , informal and non - formal education for all , at all levels and including technical and vocational training , including in emergency and crisis situations , and including through the use of digital technologies to improve education teaching and learning ; ### promoting inclusive and equitable quality formal , informal and non - formal education for all , at all levels and including early childhood development , technical and vocational training , including in emergency and crisis situations , and including through the use of digital technologies to improve education teaching and learning ;


### it is essential to further step up cooperation on migration with partner countries , reaping the benefits of well - managed and regular migration and effectively addressing irregular migration . such cooperation should contribute to ensuring access to international protection , addressing the root causes of irregular migration , enhancing border management and pursuing efforts in the fight against irregular migration , trafficking in human beings and migrant smuggling , and working on returns , readmission and reintegration where relevant , on the basis of mutual accountability and full respect of humanitarian and human rights obligations . therefore , third countries ' effective cooperation with the union in this area should be an integral element in the general principles of this regulation . an increased coherence between migration and development cooperation policies is important to ensure that development assistance supports partner countries to manage migration more effectively . this regulation should contribute to a coordinated , holistic and structured approach to migration , maximising the synergies and applying the necessary leverage . ### it is essential to further step up cooperation on migration with partner countries , reaping the benefits of orderly , safe and responsible migration , in line with agenda 2030 , and effectively addressing irregular migration in particular through the establishment of safe and legal pathways . such cooperation should contribute to ensuring access to international protection , addressing the root causes of forced displacement , trafficking in human beings and migrant smuggling , and working on safe , dignified and sustainable returns , readmission and reintegration on the basis of mutual accountability , full respect of humanitarian and human rights obligations . this regulation should contribute to a coordinated , holistic and structured approach to migration , maximising the synergies and the positive impact of migration and mobility on development .


### 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 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 . environmental co - benefits should amount to 50% , based on the rio markers .


### increasing transparency and accountability of public institutions , strengthening public procurement and public finance management , developing egovernment and strengthening service delivery ; ### increasing transparency and accountability of public institutions , strengthening public procurement including encouraging the development of sustainability criteria and targets and public finance management , developing egovernment and strengthening service delivery ;


### 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 . in addition , in keeping with both the consensus and the eu action plan on nutrition , special attention should be paid to fighting malnutrition .


### supporting the union trade policy and trade agreements and the implementation thereof ; and improving access to partner country markets and boosting trade , investment and business opportunities for companies from the union while eliminating barriers to market access and investment ### supporting the union trade policy and trade agreements and the implementation thereof ; and improving access to partner country markets and boosting fair trade , investment and business opportunities for companies from the union while eliminating barriers to market access and investment , and with full respect to policy coherence for development , where developing countries are concerned ;


### supporting the union trade policy and trade agreements and the implementation thereof ; and improving access to partner country markets and boosting trade , investment and business opportunities for companies from the union while eliminating barriers to market access and investment ### supporting the union trade policy and trade agreements and the implementation thereof ; and improving access to partner country markets and boosting fair trade , responsible and accountable investment and business opportunities for companies from the union while eliminating barriers to market access and investment , while ensuring as much value sharing and human rights due diligence in supply chains and under full respect of policy coherence for development , where developing countries are concerned ;


### eur 7 000 million for thematic programmes : ### eur 6 196 million in 2018 prices for thematic programmes :


### 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 ;


### the global context for action is the pursuit of a rules - based global order , with multilateralism as its key principle and the united nations at its core . the 2030 agenda , together with the paris agreement on climate change57 and the addis ababa action agenda58 is the international community’s response to global challenges and trends in relation to sustainable development . with the sustainable development goals at its core , the 2030 agenda is a transformative framework to eradicate poverty and achieve sustainable development globally . it is universal in scope , providing a comprehensive shared framework for action that applies to the union , to its member states and to its partners . it balances the economic , social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development , recognising the essential interlinkages between its goals and targets . the 2030 agenda aims to leave no one behind . the implementation of the 2030 agenda will be closely coordinated with the union ' s other relevant international commitments . actions undertaken by this regulation should pay particular attention to interlinkages between sustainable development goals and to integrated actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way . _________________ 57 signed in new york on 22 april 2016 . 58 addis ababa action agenda of the third international conference on financing for development ' , adopted on 16 june 2015 and endorsed by the united nations general assembly on 27 july 2015 ### the global context for action is the pursuit of a rules - based global order , with multilateralism as its key principle and the united nations at its core . the 2030 agenda , together with the paris agreement on climate change and the addis ababa action agenda 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 , cultural , educational 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 supporting interlinkages between sustainable development goals and actions that can create co - benefits and meet multiple objectives in a coherent way , in line with sustainable development goal 4 . _________________ 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 purpose of the efsd + as an integrated financial package supplying financial capacity drawing on the methods of implementation set up in article 23 , , and , shall be to support investments and increase access to financing , in order to foster sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promote the socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the , eradication of poverty , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , skills and entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises as well as addressing specific socioeconomic root causes of irregular migration , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention shall be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries . ### the purpose of the efsd + as an integrated financial package supplying financial capacity in the form of grants , guarantees and other financial instruments as set out in article 23 shall be to support investments and increase access to financing , in order to foster sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promote the socio - economic resilience of 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 root causes of migration , as well as climate action and environmental protection and management , while maximising additionality , delivering innovative products and crowding in private sector funds . 30% of the financing shall be progressively allocated to investments that contribute to climate action , renewable energy and resource efficiency . a geographical balance shall be ensured , in line with eu external action and development priorities . special attention shall be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries .


### 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 gender equal participation and representation in political life and in decision - making ;


### 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 , cultural and social development , supporting modern education systems , strengthening cultural structures and promoting the socio - economic resilience in partner countries . it should keep a particular focus on the eradication of poverty , including educational poverty , promotion of inclusive and equitable quality education and training , sustainable and inclusive growth , wide access to culture , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , transferable skills and entrepreneurship , including social entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises as well as addressing specific socioeconomic root causes of irregular migration and population 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 .


### a rights - based approach encompassing all human rights , whether civil and political or economic , social and cultural shall be applied in order to integrate human rights principles , to support the right holders in claiming their rights with a focus on poorer and more vulnerable groups and to assist partner countries in implementing their international human rights obligations . this regulation shall promote gender equality and women’s empowerment . ### a rights - based approach encompassing all human rights , whether civil and political or economic , social and cultural shall be applied in order to integrate human rights principles , to support the right holders in claiming their rights with a focus on poorer and more vulnerable and marginalised groups , including minorities , and to assist partner countries in implementing their international human rights obligations . in particular , the union shall support education and sport as tools to foster development , contribute to the eradication of poverty , as well as to promote peace - building , social inclusion and active citizenship , and ensure access to culture . this regulation shall promote gender equality and empowerment of women , youth and children .


### tackling irregular migration , trafficking in human beings , smuggling of migrants , stepping up cooperation on integrated border management ; ### supporting the reduction of vulnerabilities in migration , and the fight against trafficking in human beings and the smuggling of migrants ;


### 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 as its key principle and the united nations at its core . the 2030 agenda , together with the paris agreement on climate change57 and the addis ababa action agenda58 is the international community’s response to global challenges and trends in relation to sustainable development . with the sustainable development goals at its core , the 2030 agenda is a transformative framework to eradicate poverty and achieve sustainable development globally . it is universal in scope , providing a comprehensive shared framework for action that applies to the union , to its member states and to its partners . it balances the economic , social and environmental dimensions of sustainable development , recognising the essential interlinkages between its goals and targets . the 2030 agenda aims to leave no one behind . the implementation of the 2030 agenda will be closely coordinated with the union ' s other relevant international commitments . actions undertaken by this regulation should be guided by the principles and objectives set out in the aforementioned agreements and 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 .


### 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 ;


### promoting the fight against discrimination in all its forms , and the principle of equality , in particular gender equality and the rights of persons belonging to minorities ; ### promoting the fight against discrimination in all its forms , and the principle of equality , in particular gender equality and the rights of children and persons belonging to minorities , lgbti persons and indigenous peoples ;


### enhancing efforts for the adoption of policies and appropriate investment to promote women and young people’s rights , to facilitate their engagement in social , civic and economic life , and to ensure their full contribution to inclusive growth and sustainable development ; ### enhancing efforts for the adoption of policies and appropriate investment to promote , protect and fulfil women , young people and children’s rights , to facilitate their engagement and meaningful participation in social , civic and economic life , and to ensure their full contribution to inclusive sustainable development ;


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


### 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 conflict prevention and peace - building , climate change , environmental protection , education and culture , 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 .


### the partners ' needs , established on the basis of specific criteria , taking into account the population , poverty , inequality , human development , economic and environmental vulnerability , and state and societal resilience ; ### the partners ' needs , established on the basis of specific criteria , taking into account the population , poverty , inequality , human development , the state of human rights and fundamental freedoms , economic and environmental vulnerability , and state and societal resilience ;


### 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 .


### the union should seek the most efficient use of available resources in order to optimise the impact of its external action . that should be achieved through coherence and complementarity among the union ' s external financing instruments , notably the instrument for pre - accession iii63 , the humanitarian aid instrument64 , the decision on overseas countries and territories65 , the european instrument for nuclear safety to complement the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument on the basis of the euratom treaty66 , the common foreign and security policy and the newly proposed european peace facility67 which is financed outside the union budget , as well as the creation of synergies with other union policies and programmes . this includes coherence and complementarity with macro - financial assistance , where relevant . in order to maximise the impact of combined interventions to achieve a common objective , this regulation should allow for the combination of funding with other union programmes , as long as the contributions do not cover the same costs . _________________ 63 com 465 final proposal for a regulation of the european parliament and of the council establishing the instrument for pre - accession assistance 64 council regulation no 1257 / 96 of 20 june 1996 concerning humanitarian aid . 65 com 461 final proposal for a council decision on the association of the overseas countries and territories with the european union including relations between the european union on the one hand , and greenland and the kingdom of denmark on the other . 66 com 462 final proposal for a council regulation establishing a european instrument for nuclear safety complementing the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument on the basis of the euratom treaty . 67 c 3800 final proposal of the high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy to the council for a council decision establishing a european peace facility . ### the union should seek the most efficient use of available resources in order to optimise the impact of its external action . that should be achieved through coherence and complementarity among the union ' s external financing instruments , notably the instrument for pre - accession iii63 , the humanitarian aid instrument64 , the decision on overseas countries and territories65 , the european instrument for nuclear safety to complement the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument on the basis of the euratom treaty66 , the common foreign and security policy and the newly proposed european peace facility67 which is financed outside the union budget , as well as the creation of synergies with other union policies and programmes . this includes coherence and complementarity with macro - financial assistance , where relevant . in order to maximise the impact of combined interventions to achieve a common objective , this regulation should foresee strict conditionalities for suspension of assistance and allow for the combination of funding with other union programmes , as long as the contributions do not cover the same costs . _________________ 63 com 465 final proposal for a regulation of the european parliament and of the council establishing the instrument for pre - accession assistance 64 council regulation no 1257 / 96 of 20 june 1996 concerning humanitarian aid . 65 com 461 final proposal for a council decision on the association of the overseas countries and territories with the european union including relations between the european union on the one hand , and greenland and the kingdom of denmark on the other . 66 com 462 final proposal for a council regulation establishing a european instrument for nuclear safety complementing the neighbourhood , development and international cooperation instrument on the basis of the euratom treaty . 67 c 3800 final proposal of the high representative of the union for foreign affairs and security policy to the council for a council decision establishing a european peace facility .


### promoting the fight against discrimination in all its forms , and the principle of equality , in particular gender equality and the rights of persons belonging to minorities ; ### promoting the fight against discrimination in all its forms , and the principle of equality in particular gender equality and women’s and girls’ rights and empowerment , and the rights of children , youth , and persons belonging to minorities , lgbti persons and indigenous peoples ;


### 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 and should complement and reinforce the members states ' development cooperation policies . 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 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 public goods and challenges and shall cooperate with member states , partner countries , international organisations and other donors in that respect .


### promoting the fight against discrimination in all its forms , and the principle of equality , in particular gender equality and the rights of persons belonging to minorities ; ### promoting the fight against discrimination in all its forms , and the principle of equality in particular gender equality and women ' s and girls ' rights and empowerment , the rights of children , youth , persons belonging to minorities , lgbti persons and indigenous people ;


### rapid response actions shall be complementary to geographic and thematic programmes . these actions shall be designed and implemented to enable , where relevant , their continuity under geographic or thematic programmes . ### rapid response actions shall be complementary to geographic and thematic programmes . these actions shall be designed and applied to enable , where relevant , their continuity under geographic or thematic programmes .


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


### 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 .


### 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 , cultural and social development , supporting modern education systems , strengthening cultural structures and promoting the socio - economic resilience in partner countries . it should keep a particular focus on the eradication of poverty , including educational poverty , promotion of inclusive and equitable quality education and training , sustainable and inclusive growth , wide access to culture , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , transferable skills and entrepreneurship , including social entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises as well as addressing specific socioeconomic root causes of irregular migration and population 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 .


### contributions to the necessary costs of setting up and administering a public - private partnership ; ### contributions to the necessary costs of setting up and administering a public - private partnership including supporting the weakest partners in participating in the setting up of the partnership objectives , and setting up an independent 3rd party cso body to assess and monitor ppp set - ups ;


### without prejudice to paragraph 4 , actions shall be based , to the extent possible , on a dialogue between the union , the member states and the partner countries concerned , including national and local authorities , involving civil society , national and local parliaments and other stakeholders , in order to enhance ownership of the process and to encourage support for national and regional strategies ; ### without prejudice to paragraph 4 , actions shall be based on an inclusive dialogue between the institutions of the union , the member states , and the partner countries concerned , including national and local authorities , involving civil society organisations , regional , national and local parliaments and other stakeholders in order to enhance democratic ownership of the process and to encourage support for national and regional strategies ;


### improving access to decent work and creating more inclusive and well - functioning labour markets and employment policies directed towards decent work for all , especially the youth ; ### improving access to decent work for all within a healthy environment , and creating more inclusive and well - functioning labour markets and employment policies directed towards decent work for all , especially the youth ;


### promoting resource efficiency and sustainable consumption and production , including tackling pollution and a sound management of chemicals and waste ; ### promoting resource efficiency and sustainable consumption and production through the entire supply chain , including tackling pollution and a sound management of chemicals and waste ;


### improving business environment and investment climate , supporting enhanced public - private dialogue , and building capacities of micro , small and medium enterprises , ### developing a socially and ecologically responsible local private sector , improving business environment and investment climate , supporting enhanced public - private dialogue , and building capacities , competitiveness and resilience of local micro , small and medium enterprises and their integration into the local , regional and global economy ,


### this regulation should enable the union to respond to challenges , needs and opportunities related to migration , in complementarity with union migration policy . to contribute to that end , and without prejudice to unforeseen circumstances , 10% of its financial envelope is expected to be dedicated to addressing the root causes of irregular migration and forced displacement and to supporting migration management and governance including the protection of refugees and migrants ' rights within the objectives of this regulation . ### this regulation should enable the union to respond to challenges , needs and opportunities related to migration , in complementarity with union migration policy . to contribute to that end , and without prejudice to new emerging challenges or needs , 10% of its financial envelope is expected to be dedicated to facilitate safe , orderly , regular and responsible migration , addressing the root causes of forced displacement and the implementation of planned and well - managed migration policies and governance , including the protection of refugees and migrants ' rights within the objectives of this regulation and the establishment of legal and safe pathways to migration . this regulation should also contribute to help host communities provide concrete support for displaced persons .


### ensuring protection of migrants and forcibly displaced persons ; ### ensuring protection of migrants and forcibly displaced persons , ensuring the recognition and status determination of persons in need of international protection among mixed migratory flows ;


### this regulation should enable the union to respond to challenges , needs and opportunities related to migration , in complementarity with union migration policy . to contribute to that end , and without prejudice to unforeseen circumstances , 10% of its financial envelope is expected to be dedicated to addressing the root causes of irregular migration and forced displacement and to supporting migration management and governance including the protection of refugees and migrants ' rights within the objectives of this regulation . ### this regulation should enable the union to respond to challenges , needs and opportunities related to migration , in complementarity with union migration policy . to contribute to that end , and without prejudice to new emerging challenges or new needs , 10% of its financial envelope is expected to be dedicated to addressing the root causes of irregular migration and forced displacement and to supporting strengthened engagement to facilitate safe , orderly , regular and responsible migration and the implementation of planned and well - managed migration policies and governance , including the protection of refugees and migrants ' rights within the objectives of this regulation . this regulation should also contribute to help host communities provide concrete support for displaced persons , notably the provision of access to basic services and livelihoods opportunities .


### the commission shall adopt multiannual indicative programmes referred to in articles 12 and 13 by means of implementing acts . those implementing acts shall be adopted in accordance with the examination procedure referred to in article 35 . this procedure shall also apply to reviews referred to in paragraphs 3 , 4 and 5 of this article , which have the effect of significantly modifying the content of the multiannual indicative programme . ### the commission is empowered to adopt delegated acts in accordance with article&#160 ; 34 to supplement non - essential elements of this regulation with provisions establishing frameworks for multiannual programmes referred to in articles 12 and 13 by means of delegated acts . those delegated acts shall be adopted in accordance with the procedure referred to in article 34 . this procedure shall also apply to reviews referred to in paragraphs 3 , 4 and 5 of this article .


### 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 gender equal participation and representation in political life and in decision - making ;


### enhancing efforts for the adoption of policies and appropriate investment to promote women and young people’s rights , to facilitate their engagement in social , civic and economic life , and to ensure their full contribution to inclusive growth and sustainable development ; ### enhancing efforts for the adoption of policies and appropriate investment to promote , protect and fulfil women , and young people and children’s rights , to facilitate their engagement and meaningful participation in social , civic and economic life , and to ensure their full contribution to inclusive growth and sustainable development ;


### cooperation between the union and the member states , on the one hand , and partner countries , on the other hand , shall be based on and shall promote the development effectiveness principles , where applicable , namely : ownership of development priorities by partner countries , a focus on results , inclusive development partnerships , transparency and mutual accountability . the union shall promote effective and efficient resource mobilisation and use . ### cooperation between the union and the member states , on the one hand , and partner countries , on the other hand , shall be based on and shall promote the development effectiveness principles , where applicable , namely : ownership of development priorities by partner countries , a focus on results , inclusive development partnerships , transparency and mutual accountability and respect . the union shall promote effective and efficient resource mobilisation and use .


### it is essential to further step up cooperation on migration with partner countries , reaping the benefits of well - managed and regular migration and effectively addressing irregular migration . such cooperation should contribute to ensuring access to international protection , addressing the root causes of irregular migration , enhancing border management and pursuing efforts in the fight against irregular migration , trafficking in human beings and migrant smuggling , and working on returns , readmission and reintegration where relevant , on the basis of mutual accountability and full respect of humanitarian and human rights obligations . therefore , third countries ' effective cooperation with the union in this area should be an integral element in the general principles of this regulation . an increased coherence between migration and development cooperation policies is important to ensure that development assistance supports partner countries to manage migration more effectively . this regulation should contribute to a coordinated , holistic and structured approach to migration , maximising the synergies and applying the necessary leverage . ### it is essential to further step up cooperation on migration with partner countries , reaping the benefits of orderly , safe and responsible migration , in line with agenda 2030 , and effectively addressing irregular migration in particular through the establishment of safe and legal pathways . such cooperation should contribute to ensuring access to international protection , addressing the root causes of forced displacement , trafficking in human beings and migrant smuggling , and working on safe , dignified and sustainable returns , readmission and reintegration on the basis of mutual accountability , full respect of humanitarian and human rights obligations . this regulation should contribute to a coordinated , holistic and structured approach to migration , maximising the synergies and the positive impact of migration and mobility on development .


### the purpose of the efsd + as an integrated financial package supplying financial capacity drawing on the methods of implementation set up in article 23 , , and , shall be to support investments and increase access to financing , in order to foster sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promote the socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the , eradication of poverty , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , skills and entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises as well as addressing specific socioeconomic root causes of irregular migration , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention shall be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries . ### the purpose of the efsd + as an integrated financial package supplying financial capacity in the form of grants , guarantees and other financial instruments as set out in article 23 shall be to support investments and increase access to financing , in order to foster sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promote the socio - economic resilience of 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 root causes of migration , as well as climate action and environmental protection and management , while maximising additionality , delivering innovative products and crowding in private sector funds . 30% of the financing shall be progressively allocated to investments that contribute to climate action , renewable energy and resource efficiency . a geographical balance shall be ensured , in line with eu external action and development priorities . special attention shall be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries .


### 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 , in expanding their business and creating jobs , and boosting private sector accountability ;


### in order to promote local capacities , markets and purchases , priority shall be given to local and regional contractors when the financial regulation provides for an award on the basis of a single tender . in all other cases , participation of local and regional contractors shall be promoted in accordance with the relevant provisions of that regulation . ### in order to promote local capacities , markets and purchases , priority shall be given to local and regional contractors when the financial regulation provides for an award on the basis of a single tender . in all other cases , participation of local and regional contractors shall be promoted in accordance with the relevant provisions of that regulation . in all cases sustainability and due diligence criteria shall be applied .


### 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 union development cooperation as laid down in the united nations 2030 agenda for sustainable development , the paris agreement1a , the european consensus on development1b , the eu action plan for human rights and democracy , the charter of fundamental rights of the european union , the european convention for the protection of human rights and fundamental freedoms and the united nations convention on the rights of the child . 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 principles in all its aspects , including contributing to the eradication of poverty , fighting inequalities , in particular social inequalities , preserving peace , preventing conflicts , fighting root causes of forced migration and displacement while ensuring a robust cooperation with third countries for the purpose of achieving a neighbourhood area of safety , assisting populations and countries and regions with enhanced migratory pressure or confronting natural or man - made disasters , supporting a fair , human rights compliant trade policy , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and technologies , and fostering the international dimension of the union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote high social and environmental standards , constitutional democracy , international law and human rights . __________________ 1a oj l 282 , 19 . 10 . 2016 , p . 4 . 1b oj c 210 , 30 . 6 . 2017 , p . 1 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 , 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 . ### the application of this regulation should be based on the five priorities established in the global strategy for the european union’s foreign and security policy , presented on 19 june 2016 , which represents the union ' s vision and the framework for united and responsible external engagement in partnership with others , to advance its values and interests . the union should enhance partnerships , promote policy dialogue and collective responses to challenges of global concern . its action should support the union’s interests and values in all its aspects , including promoting democracy and human rights , preserving peace , conflict prevention , mediation and post - conflict reconstruction that includes promoting the role of women at all stages , strengthening international security , addressing root causes of forced migration and displacement and assisting populations , countries and regions confronting natural or man - made disasters , fostering economic reforms , bringing about the conditions to create an international legal framework for the protection of persons displaced due to climate change , supporting a fair , sustainable and rules and value - based trade policy as a tool for development and to bring improvements to the rule of law and human rights , including the promotion of an international ban on trade in goods used for torture and capital punishment , economic diplomacy and economic cooperation , promoting digital solutions and technologies , addressing global public health threats and fostering the international dimension of the union’s policies . in promoting its interests , the union should comply with , and promote , the principles of respect for high social , labour and environmental standards including with regard to climate change , for the rule of law , and for international law , including with respect to humanitarian and international human rights law .


### tackling irregular migration , trafficking in human beings , smuggling of migrants , stepping up cooperation on integrated border management ; ### supporting the reduction of vulnerabilities in migration , and the fight against trafficking in human beings and the smuggling of migrants ;


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


### 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 .


### strengthening the involvement of local communities in climate change responses , conservation of ecosystems and the governance of natural resources . promoting sustainable urban development and resilience in urban areas ; ### strengthening the involvement of local communities and indigenous peoples in climate change responses , the fight against biodiversity loss and wildlife crime , conservation of ecosystems and the governance of natural resources , including through the improvement of land tenure and water resources management . promoting sustainable urban development and resilience in urban areas .


### when drawing up the programming documents for countries and regions in crisis , or post - crisis , fragile and vulnerable situations , due account shall be taken of the special needs and circumstances of the countries or regions concerned . ### when drawing up the programming documents for countries and regions in crisis , or post - crisis , fragile and vulnerable situations , due account shall be taken of the special needs and circumstances of the countries or regions concerned as well as vulnerabilities , risks and capacities in order to increase resilience .


### 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 .


### strengthening scientific , technical , human and institutional capacity for the management of migration ; ### strengthening scientific , technical , human and institutional capacity in order to facilitate safe , orderly and responsible migration ;


### 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 , disaster risk reduction and preparedness , 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 capacities , risks and vulnerabilities , integrate a people and community centred approach to resilience and be conflict sensitive . they shall be guided by the principle of leaving no one behind .


### strengthening the involvement of local communities in climate change responses , conservation of ecosystems and the governance of natural resources . promoting sustainable urban development and resilience in urban areas ; ### strengthening the involvement of local communities and indigenous people in climate change responses , the fight against biodiversity loss and wildlife crime , conservation of ecosystems and the governance of natural resources , including through the improvement of land use and water resources management . promoting sustainable urban development and resilience in urban areas


### the purpose of the efsd + as an integrated financial package supplying financial capacity drawing on the methods of implementation set up in article 23 , , and , shall be to support investments and increase access to financing , in order to foster sustainable and inclusive economic and social development and promote the socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the , eradication of poverty , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs , economic opportunities , skills and entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , micro , small and medium - sized enterprises as well as addressing specific socioeconomic root causes of irregular migration , in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention shall be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries . ### the purpose of the efsd + as an integrated financial package supplying financial capacity drawing on the methods of application set up in article 23 , , and , shall be to support investments and increase access to financing , while maximising development additionality , delivering innovative products and crowding in private sector , in order to foster sustainable and inclusive economic , environmental and social development and promote socio - economic resilience in partner countries with a particular focus on the , eradication of poverty , sustainable and inclusive growth , the creation of decent jobs , in particular for women and young people economic opportunities , skills and entrepreneurship , socioeconomic sectors , with a focus on social enterprises and cooperatives in view of their potential to reduce poverty , inequalities , human rights and livelihoods , supporting micro , small and medium - sized enterprises as well as addressing specific socioeconomic root causes of forced migration in accordance with the relevant indicative programming documents . special attention , and additional support for institutional capacity building , economic governance , and technical assistance , shall be given to countries identified as experiencing fragility or conflict , least developed countries and heavily indebted poor countries .


### supporting efforts to improve sustainable economic diversification , competitiveness and trade , private sector development with a particular focus on low - carbon climate - resilient green growth , microenterprises and smes and cooperatives , taking advantage of existing trade agreements with the eu . ### supporting efforts to improve sustainable economic diversification , competitiveness , value - sharing supply chains and fair trade , private sector development with a particular focus on low - carbon climate - resilient green growth , microenterprises , social enterprises and smes and cooperatives , taking advantage of existing trade agreements with the eu .


### 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 and strengthening free public education systems ;


### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to mainstream climate action in the union policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 25 % of the union budget expenditures supporting climate objectives . actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 25% of its overall financial envelope to climate objectives . relevant actions will be identified during the implementation of this regulation , and the overall contribution from this regulation should be part of relevant evaluations and review processes . ### reflecting the importance of tackling climate change in line with the union commitments to implement the paris agreement and the united nations sustainable development goals , this regulation should contribute to mainstream climate action in the union policies and to the achievement of an overall target of 50% of the union budget expenditures supporting climate and environment objectives . actions under this regulation are expected to contribute 50% of its overall financial envelope to climate and environment related objectives . relevant actions will be identified during the implementation of this regulation , and the overall contribution from this regulation should be part of relevant evaluations and review processes .


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


### 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 conflict prevention and peace - building and conflict sensitivity , climate change , environmental protection and gender equality and women’s empowerment 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 principles of leaving no one behind and ‘ do no harm’ .


### boosting and diversifying agricultural and food value chains , promoting economic diversification , value addition , regional integration competiveness and trade , and strengthening sustainable , low - carbon and climate - change - resilient innovations ; ### boosting and diversifying agricultural and inclusive food value chains , promoting food security and economic diversification , value addition , regional integration competiveness and trade , and strengthening sustainable , low - carbon and climate - change - resilient innovations ;


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