Implementation of the common foreign and security policy – annual report 2023
TA-9-2024-0104 · P9_TA(2024)0104 · PE752.694
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Parliament's resolution on the implementation of the common foreign and security policy in 2023 sets out four objectives: addressing the consequences of Russia's war against Ukraine, adapting EU structures and decision-making, defending rules-based multilateralism, and building strategic alliances.¶¶¶ It demands Russia withdraw its troops from Ukraine, calls for more military, financial and humanitarian support for Ukraine, and backs a special tribunal for the crime of aggression.¶¶¶ It calls for a gradual switch to qualified majority voting in foreign policy areas without military or defence implications, and for a solidarity strategy for the mutual assistance clause.¶¶¶ It calls for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, the release of all hostages, a two-state solution, and continued funding for UNRWA.¶¶ It backs enlargement, including opening accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, candidate status for Georgia, and a EUR 6 billion facility for the Western Balkans.¶¶¶ It condemns human rights violations in Iran, China, Nicaragua, Cuba and elsewhere, and calls for sanctions on those responsible.¶¶¶
Key points
- Sets four objectives for EU foreign policy: addressing the consequences of Russia's war against Ukraine, adapting EU structures and decision-making, reinforcing rules-based multilateralism, and building strategic alliances.¶¶¶
- Condemns Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine and demands Russia immediately and unconditionally withdraw its troops from Ukraine's internationally recognised territory.¶
- Calls for a special international tribunal to prosecute the crime of aggression and war crimes against Ukraine, and for the Wagner Group to be designated a terrorist organisation.¶
- Calls on Member States to provide Ukraine with further political, humanitarian, military, infrastructure-related, economic and financial support, and welcomes EUR 50 billion in support over 2024-2027.¶
- Calls for a gradual switch to qualified majority voting for CFSP decisions without military or defence implications, and for a solidarity strategy for the mutual assistance clause in Article 42(7) TEU.¶¶¶
- Calls for stronger parliamentary oversight of EU external action, including access to confidential information and a CFSP budget with one budget line per civilian CSDP mission.¶¶
- Calls for reform of the UN Security Council, including limiting the use of veto, and for a permanent EU seat.¶
- Calls for a permanent ceasefire in Gaza, the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages, and continued EU humanitarian aid and funding for UNRWA.¶¶
- Reiterates support for a negotiated two-state solution for Israel and Palestine based on the 1967 borders, with Jerusalem as their shared capital.
- Welcomes the 2023 enlargement package and the Growth Plan for the Western Balkans, including a facility of EUR 6 billion in grants and loans for 2024-2027.¶
- Welcomes the decision to open accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, and to grant candidate status to Georgia on condition that relevant steps are taken.¶¶
- Condemns human rights violations in Iran, China, Nicaragua, Cuba and elsewhere, and calls for sanctions on those responsible.¶¶¶
Who is affected
- Ukraine: the resolution demands Russia withdraw its troops and calls for continued military, financial and humanitarian support.¶¶
- EU member states: called on to increase defence spending, align on sanctions, and consider qualified majority voting in foreign policy.¶¶¶
- Western Balkan countries: the resolution backs their EU accession paths and sets conditions including alignment with EU sanctions.¶
- Israel and Palestine: the resolution calls for a permanent ceasefire, release of hostages, and a two-state solution.¶¶
- Iran: the resolution condemns human rights violations and calls for sanctions on the IRGC and its subsidiary forces.¶
Figures and deadlines
- EUR 50 billion for the Ukraine Facility for 2024-2027¶¶
- EUR 6 billion in grants and loans for the Western Balkans Growth Plan for 2024-2027¶
- EUR 150 billion for the Global Gateway Africa-Europe Investment Package¶
- 2 % of gross domestic product as NATO's defence spending benchmark¶¶
- 35 % European collaborative defence equipment procurement benchmark¶
- 20 % European collaborative defence research and technology benchmark
- 60 % purity of uranium enrichment by Iran¶
- 1 139 Israelis and foreign citizens killed and 240 people taken hostage on 7 October 2023¶
Legal basis: Articles 21 and 36 of the Treaty on European Union¶