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POLITICAL AND SECURITY COMMITTEE DECISION (CFSP) 2021/6

of 15 December 2020

on the appointment of the EU Mission Force Commander of the European Union military mission to contribute to the training of the Malian Armed Forces (EUTM Mali) and repealing Decision (CFSP) 2020/603 (EUTM Mali/2/2020)

THE POLITICAL AND SECURITY COMMITTEE,

Having regard to the Treaty on European Union, and in particular Article 38 thereof,

Having regard to Council Decision 2013/34/CFSP of 17 January 2013 on a European Union military mission to contribute to the training of Malian Armed Forces (EUTM Mali) (1), and in particular Article 5 thereof,

Whereas:

(1) Pursuant to Article 5(1) of Decision 2013/34/CFSP, the Council authorised the Political and Security Committee (PSC) to take the relevant decisions concerning the political control and strategic direction of EUTM Mali, including decisions on the appointment of subsequent EU Mission Force Commanders.

(2) On 16 April 2020, the PSC adopted Decision (CFSP) 2020/603 (2) appointing Brigadier General František RIDZÁK as EU Mission Force Commander of EUTM Mali.

(3) On 25 September 2020, Spain proposed the appointment of Brigadier General Fernando Luis GRACIA HERREIZ to succeed Brigadier General František RIDZÁK as the EU Mission Force Commander of EUTM Mali as from 12 January 2021.

(4) On 23 November 2020, the EU Military Committee supported that proposal.

(5) A decision on the appointment of Brigadier General Fernando Luis GRACIA HERREIZ as the EU Mission Force Commander of EUTM Mali as from 12 January 2021 should be taken.

(6) Decision (CFSP) 2020/603 should be repealed.

(7) In accordance with Article 5 of Protocol No 22 on the position of Denmark, annexed to the Treaty on European Union and to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union, Denmark does not participate in the elaboration and the implementation of decisions and actions of the Union which have defence implications. Consequently, Denmark is not participating in the adoption of this Decision and is neither bound by it nor subject to its application,

HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION:

Article 1 Brigadier General Fernando Luis GRACIA HERREIZ is hereby appointed as the EU Mission Force Commander of the European Union military mission to contribute to the training of the Malian Armed Force (EUTM Mali) as from 12 January 2021.

Article 2 Decision (CFSP) 2020/603 is hereby repealed.

Article 3 This Decision shall enter into force on 12 January 2021.

Done at Brussels, 15 December 2020. For the Political and Security Committee The Chairperson S. FROM-EMMESBERGER

(1) OJ L 14, 18.1.2013, p. 19.

(2) Political and Security Committee Decision (CFSP) 2020/603 of 16 April 2020 on the appointment of the EU Mission Force Commander of the European Union military mission to contribute to the training of the Malian Armed Forces (EUTM Mali) and repealing Decision (CFSP) 2019/2096 (EUTM Mali/1/2020) (OJ L 139, 4.5.2020, p. 65).
(3)

the following Article 3f is inserted: ‘Article 3f Total estimated costs of rescEU CBRN decontamination capacities 1. All cost categories referred to in Annex IA to Decision No 1313/2013/EU shall be taken into account when calculating the total estimated cost of CBRN decontamination capacities. 2. The category referred to in point 1 of Annex IA to Decision No 1313/2013/EU of the total estimated cost for CBRN decontamination capacities shall be calculated on the basis of market prices at the time when the capacities are acquired, rented or leased in accordance with Article 12(3) of Decision No 1313/2013/EU. Where Member States acquire, rent or lease rescEU capacities, they shall provide the Commission with documentary evidence of the actual market prices or, where there are no market prices for certain components of those capacities, they shall provide equivalent evidence. 3. The categories referred to in points 2 to 8 of Annex IA to Decision No 1313/2013/EU of the total estimated cost for CBRN decontamination capacities shall be calculated at least once during the period of each multiannual financial framework, taking into account information available to the Commission, including inflation. That cost shall be used by the Commission for the purpose of providing annual financial assistance. 4. The total estimated cost referred to in paragraph 2 and paragraph 3 shall be calculated where at least one Member State expresses interest to acquire, rent or lease such a rescEU capacity.’;
(2)

Article 3 is replaced by the following: ‘Article 3 Mandate In order to achieve the policy objectives, the EUSR’s mandate shall be to: (a) develop contacts with governments, parliaments, other key political actors, the judiciary and civil society in the region; (b) encourage the countries in the region to cooperate and facilitate such cooperation on regional themes of common interest, such as common security threats, the fight against terrorism, illicit trafficking and organised crime; encourage and facilitate cross-border and trans-boundary cooperation where feasible to address local needs and build trust and reconciliation; (c) contribute to the peaceful settlement of conflicts in accordance with the principles of international law and facilitate the implementation of such settlement in close coordination with the United Nations and the OSCE; and in support of the OSCE Minsk Group and its co-chairs; (d) with respect to the crisis in Georgia: (i) help prepare for the international talks held under point 6 of the settlement plan of 12 August 2008, the Geneva International Discussions, and its implementing measures of 8 September 2008, including on arrangements for security and stability in the region, the issue of refugees and internally displaced persons, on the basis of internationally recognised principles, and any other subject, by mutual agreement between the parties; (ii) help establish the Union’s position and represent it, at the level of the EUSR, in the talks referred to in point (i); and (iii) facilitate the implementation of the settlement plan of 12 August 2008 and its implementing measures of 8 September 2008; (e) facilitate the development and implementation of confidence-building measures in coordination with Member States’ expertise where available and appropriate; (f) facilitate and contribute to inclusive peace-building efforts within the societies with the aim of overcoming the conflicts and consolidating peace; (g) assist in the preparation, as appropriate, of Union contributions to possible conflict settlement; (h) intensify the Union’s dialogue with the main actors concerned regarding the region; (i) assist the Union in further developing a comprehensive policy towards the South Caucasus; (j) in the framework of the activities set out in this Article, contribute to the implementation of the Union’s human rights policy and the Union Guidelines on Human Rights, in particular with regard to children and women in areas affected by conflicts, especially by monitoring and addressing developments in this regard.’;
Official Journal of the European Union

COUNCIL DECISION (CFSP) 2021/543

of 26 March 2021

amending Decision 2011/173/CFSP concerning restrictive measures in view of the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina

THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,

Having regard to the Treaty on European Union, and in particular Article 29 thereof,

Having regard to the proposal of the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy,

Whereas:

(1) On 21 March 2011, the Council adopted Decision 2011/173/CFSP (1) concerning restrictive measures in view of the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

(2) On the basis of a review of Decision 2011/173/CFSP, the restrictive measures should be renewed until 31 March 2022.

(3) Decision 2011/173/CFSP should therefore be amended accordingly,

HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION:

Article 1 The second paragraph of Article 6 of Decision 2011/173/CFSP is replaced by the following: ‘This Decision shall apply until 31 March 2022.’.

Article 2 This Decision shall enter into force on the day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.

Done at Brussels, 26 March 2021. For the Council The President A. P. ZACARIAS

(1) Council Decision 2011/173/CFSP of 21 March 2011 concerning restrictive measures in view of the situation in Bosnia and Herzegovina (OJ L 76, 22.3.2011, p. 68).
Official Journal of the European Union

COUNCIL DECISION

of 13 April 2021

appointing the members and alternate members of the Advisory Committee on Freedom of Movement for Workers for Italy

(2021/C 149 I/01)

THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,

Having regard to the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union,

Having regard to Regulation (EU) No 492/2011 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 5 April 2011 on freedom of movement for workers within the Union (1), and in particular Articles 23 and 24 thereof,

Having regard to the list of candidates submitted to the Council by the Government of Italy,

Whereas:

(1) By its Decision of 21 September 2020 (2), the Council appointed the members and alternate members of the Advisory Committee on Freedom of Movement for Workers for the period from 25 September 2020 to 24 September 2022.

(2) The Government of Italy has submitted nominations for several posts to be filled,

HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION:

Article 1 The following are hereby appointed members and alternate members of the Advisory Committee on Freedom of Movement for Workers for the period ending on 24 September 2022: I. GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVES Country Members Alternate members Italy Ms Maria Concetta CORINTO Mr Marco Maria Carlo COVIELLO Ms Carmen FERRAJOLO II. TRADE UNION REPRESENTATIVES Country Members Alternate members Italy Ms Ilaria Arianna FONTANIN Mr Emanuele GALOSSI Ms Antonella PIRASTU III. EMPLOYERS’ ASSOCIATIONS REPRESENTATIVES Country Members Alternate members Italy Ms Paola ASTORRI Mr Fabio ANTONILLI Ms Roberta DIONISI

Article 2 The members and alternate members not yet nominated will be appointed by the Council at a later date.

Article 3 This Decision shall enter into force on the date of its adoption.

Done at Brussels, 13 April 2021. For the Council The President A. P. ZACARIAS

(1) OJ L 141, 27.5.2011, p. 1.

(2) Council Decision of 21 September 2020 appointing the members and alternate members of the Advisory Committee on Freedom of Movement for Workers (OJ C 315 I, 23.9.2020, p. 5).
Official Journal of the European Union

COUNCIL DECISION (CFSP) 2021/648

of 16 April 2021

amending Decision (CFSP) 2018/299 promoting the European network of independent non-proliferation and disarmament think tanks in support of the implementation of the EU Strategy against proliferation of weapons of mass destruction

THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,

Having regard to the Treaty on European Union, and in particular Articles 28(1) and 31(1) thereof,

Having regard to the proposal from the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy,

Whereas:

(1) On 26 February 2018 the Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2018/299 (1).

(2) Decision (CFSP) 2018/299 provides for an implementation period of 42 months, beginning on the date of conclusion of the financing agreement referred to in Article 3(3) thereof, for the activities referred to in Article 1 thereof (‘the implementation period’).

(3) On 18 February 2021 the EU Non-Proliferation and Disarmament Consortium, in its capacity as the implementing entity, requested the authorisation of the Union to extend the implementation period until 17 May 2022 because of challenges arising from the continuing COVID-19 pandemic.

(4) The activities referred to in Article 1 of Decision (CFSP) 2018/299 can be continued until 17 May 2022 without any consequences as regards financial resources.

(5) Decision (CFSP) 2018/299 should therefore be amended accordingly,

HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION:

Article 1 Decision (CFSP) 2018/299 is amended as follows: (1) in Article 5, paragraph 2 is replaced by the following: ‘2. This Decision shall expire on 17 May 2022.’; (2) section 4 of the Annex is replaced by the following: ‘4. Duration The total estimated duration of the implementation of the projects is 48 months. The projects will end on 17 May 2022.’.

Article 2 This Decision shall enter into force on the date of its adoption.

Done at Brussels, 16 April 2021. For the Council The President A. P. ZACARIAS

(1) Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/299 of 26 February 2018 promoting the European network of independent non-proliferation and disarmament think tanks in support of the implementation of the EU Strategy against proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (OJ L 56, 28.2.2018, p. 46).
Official Journal of the European Union

COUNCIL DECISION (CFSP) 2021/919

of 7 June 2021

amending Decision (CFSP) 2018/1939 on Union support for the universalisation and effective implementation of the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism

THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,

Having regard to the Treaty on European Union, and in particular Articles 28(1) and 31(1) thereof,

Having regard to the proposal from the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy,

Whereas:

(1) On 10 December 2018 the Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2018/1939 (1).

(2) Decision (CFSP) 2018/1939 provides for an implementation period of 36 months for the activities referred to in Article 1 thereof from the date of conclusion of the financing agreement referred to in Article 3(3) thereof.

(3) On 6 and 16 April 2021 the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime and the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism, respectively, in their capacity as implementing agencies, requested the authorisation of the Union to extend the implementation of Decision (CFSP) 2018/1939 until 30 November 2022 due to continuing challenges arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.

(4) The continuation of the activities referred to in Article 1 of Decision (CFSP) 2018/1939 can be performed without any financial resource implications until 30 November 2022.

(5) Decision (CFSP) 2018/1939 should therefore be amended accordingly,

HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION:

Article 1 Article 5 Decision (CFSP) 2018/1939 is replaced by the following: ‘Article 5 This Decision shall enter into force on the date of its adoption. It shall expire on 30 November 2022.’.

Article 2 This Decision shall enter into force on the date of its adoption.

Done at Luxembourg, 7 June 2021. For the Council The President F. VAN DUNEM

(1) Council Decision (CFSP) 2018/1939 of 10 December 2018 on Union support for the universalisation and effective implementation of the International Convention for the Suppression of Acts of Nuclear Terrorism (OJ L 314, 11.12.2018, p. 41).
Official Journal of the European Union

POLITICAL AND SECURITY COMMITTEE DECISION (CFSP) 2021/1127

of 1 July 2021

extending the mandate of the Head of Mission of the European Union Border Assistance Mission for the Rafah Crossing Point (EU BAM Rafah) (EU BAM Rafah/1/2021)

THE POLITICAL AND SECURITY COMMITTEE,

Having regard to the Treaty on European Union, and in particular the third paragraph of Article 38 thereof,

Having regard to Council Joint Action 2005/889/CFSP of 25 November 2005 on establishing a European Union Border Assistance Mission for the Rafah Crossing Point (EU BAM Rafah) (1), and in particular Article 10(1) thereof,

Having regard to the proposal from the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy,

Whereas:

(1) Pursuant to Article 10(1) of Joint Action 2005/889/CFSP, the Political and Security Committee (PSC) is authorised, in accordance with Article 38 of the Treaty, to take the relevant decisions for the purpose of exercising political control and strategic direction of the European Union Border Assistance Mission for the Rafah Crossing Point (EU BAM Rafah), including the decision to appoint a Head of Mission.

(2) On 13 October 2020 the PSC adopted Decision (CFSP) 2020/1548 (2), appointing Mr Mihai-Florin BULGARIU as Head of Mission of EU BAM Rafah from 1 November 2020 to 30 June 2021.

(3) On 28 June 2021 the Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2021/1065 (3), extending the mandate of EU BAM Rafah from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022.

(4) The High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy has proposed to extend the mandate of Mr Mihai-Florin BULGARIU as Head of Mission of EU BAM Rafah until 30 June 2022,

HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION:

Article 1 The mandate of Mr Mihai-Florin BULGARIU as Head of Mission of EU BAM Rafah is hereby extended from 1 July 2021 to 30 June 2022.

Article 2 This Decision shall enter into force on the date of its adoption. It shall apply from 1 July 2021.

Done at Brussels, 1 July 2021. For the Political and Security Committee The Chairperson S. FROM-EMMESBERGER

(1) OJ L 327, 14.12.2005, p. 28.

(2) Political and Security Committee Decision (CFSP) 2020/1548 of 13 October 2020 on the appointment of the Head of Mission of the European Union Border Assistance Mission for the Rafah Crossing Point (EU BAM Rafah) (EU BAM Rafah/2/2020) (OJ L 354, 26.10.2020, p. 5).

(3) Council Decision (CFSP) 2021/1065 of 28 June 2021 amending Joint Action 2005/889/CFSP on establishing a European Union Border Assistance Mission for the Rafah Crossing Point (EU BAM Rafah) (OJ L 229, 29.6.2021, p. 11).
Official Journal of the European Union

COUNCIL DECISION (CFSP) 2021/1066

of 28 June 2021

amending Decision 2013/354/CFSP on the European Union Police Mission for the Palestinian Territories (EUPOL COPPS)

THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,

Having regard to the Treaty on European Union, and in particular Article 42(4) and Article 43(2) thereof,

Having regard to the proposal from the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy,

Whereas:

(1) On 3 July 2013, the Council adopted Decision 2013/354/CFSP (1), which continued EUPOL COPPS as from 1 July 2013.

(2) On 29 June 2020, the Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2020/902 (2) amending Decision 2013/354/CFSP and extending it from 1 July 2020 until 30 June 2021.

(3) On 4 March 2021, in the context of the Strategic Review of EUPOL COPPS, the Political and Security Committee (PSC) agreed that EUPOL COPPS should be extended for a further period of 24 months, until 30 June 2023.

(4) On 1 June 2021, the PSC further noted that, taking into account information provided by Israel and the Palestinian Authority, EUPOL COPPS should at this stage be extended by one year, until 30 June 2022.

(5) Decision 2013/354/CFSP should therefore be amended accordingly.

(6) EUPOL COPPS will be conducted in the context of a situation which may deteriorate and could impede the achievement of the objectives of the Union’s external action as set out in Article 21 of the Treaty,

HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION:

Article 1 Decision 2013/354/CFSP is amended as follows: (1) in Article 12(1), the following subparagraph is added: ‘The financial reference amount intended to cover the expenditure related to EUPOL COPPS for the period from 1 July 2021 until 30 June 2022 shall be EUR 12 600 000.’; (2) in Article 15, the third paragraph is replaced by the following: ‘It shall expire on 30 June 2022.’.

Article 2 This Decision shall enter into force on the date of its adoption. It shall apply from 1 July 2021.

Done at Luxembourg, 28 June 2021. For the Council The President M. do C. ANTUNES

(1) Council Decision 2013/354/CFSP of 3 July 2013 on the European Union Police Mission for the Palestinian Territories (EUPOL COPPS) (OJ L 185, 4.7.2013, p. 12).

(2) Council Decision (CFSP) 2020/902 of 29 June 2020 amending Decision 2013/354/CFSP on the European Union Police Mission for the Palestinian Territories (EUPOL COPPS) (OJ L 207, 30.6.2020, p. 30).
Official Journal of the European Union

COUNCIL DECISION (CFSP) 2021/1800

of 11 October 2021

amending Decision (CFSP) 2019/1720 concerning restrictive measures in view of the situation in Nicaragua

THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,

Having regard to the Treaty on European Union, and in particular Article 29 thereof,

Having regard to the proposal from the High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy,

Whereas:

(1) On 14 October 2019, the Council adopted Decision (CFSP) 2019/1720 (1), concerning restrictive measures in view of the situation in Nicaragua.

(2) Decision (CFSP) 2019/1720 applies until 15 October 2021. On the basis of a review of that Decision, the restrictive measures set out therein should be extended until 15 October 2022.

(3) Decision (CFSP) 2019/1720 should therefore be amended accordingly,

HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION:

Article 1 Article 9 of Decision (CFSP) 2019/1720 is replaced by the following: ‘Article 9 This Decision shall apply until 15 October 2022 and shall be kept under constant review. It shall be renewed, or amended as appropriate, if the Council deems that its objectives have not been met.’.

Article 2 This Decision shall enter into force on the day following that of its publication in the Official Journal of the European Union.

Done at Luxembourg, 11 October 2021. For the Council The President J. PODGORŠEK

(1) Council Decision (CFSP) 2019/1720 of 14 October 2019 concerning restrictive measures in view of the situation in Nicaragua (OJ L 262, 15.10.2019, p. 58).