Det Udenrigspolitiske Nævn 2018-19 (2. samling)
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OUTCOME OF THE COUNCIL MEETING
3709th Council meeting
Foreign Affairs
Brussels, 15 July 2019
President
Federica Mogherini
High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security
Policy
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CONTENTS
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ITEMS DEBATED
Current affairs ...................................................................................................................................... 4
Iran ....................................................................................................................................................... 5
Iraq ....................................................................................................................................................... 5
Central African Republic ..................................................................................................................... 8
External aspects of migration ............................................................................................................... 8
Informal exchange of views ................................................................................................................. 9
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FOREIGN AFFAIRS
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Council conclusions on Turkish drilling activities in the Eastern Mediterranean ................................................. 10
Council conclusions on the EU's priorities at the 74th UN General Assembly ..................................................... 11
Sanctions against North Korea .............................................................................................................................. 12
Joint EU-ACP declaration on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) ......................................................... 13
EU-Cuba relations ................................................................................................................................................. 13
Military requirements ............................................................................................................................................ 13
ASEAN Regional Forum statement on aviation partnership ................................................................................. 14
ASEAN Regional Forum statement on "Promoting women, peace and security at the ASEAN Regional
Forum" ................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Sanctions on South Sudan ..................................................................................................................................... 14
EU relations with the Philippines .......................................................................................................................... 14
EU relations with Côte d'Ivoire ............................................................................................................................. 15
TRANSPORT
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Preparation of the 40th ICAO Assembly ............................................................................................................... 15
ENERGY
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Modernisation of the Energy Charter Treaty ......................................................................................................... 15
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ITEMS DEBATED
Current affairs
15 July 2019
The High Representative and foreign ministers discussed the most pressing issues on the
international agenda. They referred to the situation regarding Turkey's current illegal drilling
activities in the Eastern Mediterranean. The Council adopted conclusions on Turkish drilling
activities in the Eastern Mediterranean (see "other items approved).
Foreign ministers also discussed the recent developments in Sudan. Finnish Foreign Minister Pekka
Haavisto visited the region on behalf of the EU. Foreign ministers noted that the agreement reached
between the Transitional Military Council and Forces for Freedom and Change on 11 July is an
important breakthrough, and underlined the importance of supporting the civilian transition,
including through additional financial support.
Ministers also touched on Venezuela, following the visit of Special Adviser Enrique Iglesias to
Caracas from 7 to 10 July. They reiterated the EU's support for all the efforts, in particular the Oslo
process, to find a political solution, while underlining their strong concern over the human rights
situation following the report published by the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights,
Michelle Bachelet on 5 July 2019.
The High Representative also referred to the EU-Ukraine Summit, which was held in Kiev on 8
July. Reference was also made to the commemorations of the 5th anniversary of the downing of
MH17.
The High Representative also informed about her recent visit to the Sahel region (Burkina Faso,
Mali and Niger) and about the outcome of the fifth EU-G5 Sahel ministerial meeting in
Ouagadougou (9 July).
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Iran
The Council discussed Iran in light of the developments in the region and recent announcements
and steps by Tehran to reduce its implementation of certain aspects of the Iran nuclear deal, the
Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPoA).
Ministers discussed the tense situation in the Gulf region and ways of reducing the ongoing risk of
miscalculation which could result in military escalation.
They also addressed the current state of play on the implementation of the JCPoA. They reiterated
that the EU regrets the decision by the US to re-impose sanctions on Iran following their withdrawal
from the JCPoA. They took stock of ongoing EU efforts to enable the continuation of legitimate
trade with Iran, including through the special purpose vehicle "INSTEX" which is now operational.
They also urged Iran to reverse the steps taken and reaffirmed that the EU's commitment to the
nuclear deal depends on full compliance by Iran and that compliance issues must be addressed
within the framework of the JCPoA.
Iraq
The High Representative informed ministers about her visit to Bagdad on 13-14 July. Foreign
ministers then took stock of developments in the country. They discussed how the EU can provide
further support. The Council adopted the following conclusions:
1. " The EU recalls its January 2018 Council Conclusions endorsing the EU Strategy for Iraq.
The EU reiterates its steadfast support for Iraq's unity, sovereignty and territorial integrity,
and the importance of Iraqi ownership of the country's internal political and reform
processes. It underlines its continued commitment to the preservation of the multi-ethnic and
multi-religious nature of Iraqi society. The EU also reaffirms its strong support for the
Special Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations as well as for
UNAMI's work.
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2. The federal elections held in May 2018 reaffirm Iraq's commitment to democracy.
The EU welcomes the formation of a Federal Government, including the recent ministerial
appointments. It is now crucial that all political players and institutions in Iraq work together
to address the country's urgent needs, especially in relation to the provision of security, basic
services and sustainable jobs for all Iraqis across the country. These steps, together with
continued efforts towards national and local reconciliation and the voluntary, dignified, safe
and non-discriminatory return of internally displaced persons, are essential to restore trust
between the Iraqi people and their political institutions.
3. Strong Iraqi ownership of reforms and of the reconstruction process is necessary.
On that basis, the EU reaffirms its readiness to support the Government of Iraq in the
implementation of its programme of political, social, economic and security sector reforms,
with a special focus on:
a. Strengthening democratic and inclusive governance, fighting corruption, building
institutional capacity, improving public services and the effective delivery of basic
services, especially water and electricity;
b. Improving the business environment, and creating the basis for a more sustainable,
diversified, and green Iraqi economy in line with the commitments made at the
Kuwait International Conference for the Reconstruction of Iraq in February 2018.
The EU calls for the international partners to deliver on the pledges they made in
Kuwait in a timely fashion. Economic and financial reforms are necessary to attract
further investments and support;
c. Civilian security sector reform, upholding rule of law and ensuring effective control
of the Iraqi state over all armed groups and full respect of human rights, is crucial for
the future stability of Iraq. The EU and its Member States will maintain their efforts,
including in the framework of the Global Coalition against Da'esh, to support the
Iraqi authorities in addressing the continued Da'esh terrorist threat, strengthening the
justice sector and reforming the police. The EU will also continue to provide support
to Iraq on civilian security sector reform through the EU Advisory Mission (EUAM
Iraq).
4. In all processes, inclusive citizenship, respect for human rights and gender equality need to
be promoted. The full participation of women, youth, civil society and all components of
Iraqi society, including ethnic and religious minorities, as well as the full protection of
children’s rights, need to be ensured at the national, regional and local level.
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5. The EU notes with satisfaction the election of the President and the formation of the
Kurdistan Regional Government after the holding of regional elections in September 2018.
The EU welcomes the improved relations between the Federal Government of Iraq and the
Kurdistan Regional Government, and encourages both parties to maintain the dialogue based
on the Constitution of Iraq. Joint work to improve governance and security coordination in
the "disputed territories" is especially needed.
6. The EU is focused on the implementation of the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement
with Iraq (PCA), including enhanced political cooperation, and on the continued
implementation of the EU Strategy for Iraq of January 2018. This EU-Iraq partnership has
been underpinned by EU financial support in excess of EUR 1.2 billion since 2014 from the
EU institutions alone.
7. The EU welcomes the recent dialogue on migration based on Article 105 of the PCA and
stresses the importance of working with the Iraqi authorities on strengthening cooperation
and putting into practice their obligation on the return and readmission of own nationals in
full respect of the rights, obligations and responsibilities of the parties arising from relevant
International Law.
8. The EU fully supports the work being carried out by the United Nations Investigative Team
to Promote Accountability for Crimes Committed by Da'esh/ISIL (UNITAD), and
cooperation with the Iraqi authorities on the collection and analysis of evidence in line with
UN Security Council Resolution 2379. The EU reaffirms its principled objection to the use
of the death penalty. Progress in accountability with due process and respect for human
rights for persons who have committed crimes in Iraq, including Foreign Terrorist Fighters,
is a priority for the EU.
9. In view of the current tensions in the region, the EU underlines the importance for all
countries in the region, and all international actors engaged in the region, to fully respect
Iraq's sovereignty and its policy of constructive engagement with its neighbours. The EU
expressly welcomes the Presidency and Government of Iraq's consistent pursuit of a
balanced policy in the region, including its recent outreach efforts."
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Central African Republic
The Council discussed the Central African Republic. Ministers reflected on how the EU could
further strengthen its support to encourage further implementation of the peace agreement signed in
Bangui on 6 February 2019.
They agreed to start working on plans fora possible civilian CSDP mission to support the civilian
security forces of CAR. This mission would complement the EU military training mission EUTM
RCA which provides training and advice to the Central African Armed Forces (FACA) and also
includes a civil-military interoperability pillar.
External aspects of migration
Foreign ministers discussed the external aspects of migration. Ministers agreed on the need to step
up efforts to address the issue more effectively. In particular, they noted the need to increase
financial resources,, in particular for the EU Trust Fund for Africa.
Foreign ministers also discussed the importance of accelerating resettlements of persons in need of
international protection. They also highlighted the need to make progress on the issue of
disembarkation of migrants rescued at sea, which is the responsibility of Justice and Home Affairs
ministers.
EU migration policy (background information)
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Informal exchange of views
Foreign ministers had an informal exchange of views with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the
Republic of Moldova, Nicolae Popescu.
In its conclusions of 20 June 2019, the European Council welcomed the peaceful transfer of power
in the Republic of Moldova. It invited the European Commission and the High Representative to
work on a set of concrete measures to support the Republic of Moldova, based on its sustained
implementation of reforms under the Association Agreement / DCFTA.
Foreign ministers conveyed their support, as well as their expectations, in particular on the
implementation of reforms related to the Association Agreement, and their willingness to resume
conditional financial support from the EU to the Republic of Moldova.
EU relations with the Republic of Moldova (Background information, Council website)
EU-Moldova relations - factsheet (EEAS)
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OTHER ITEMS APPROVED
FOREIGN AFFAIRS
Council conclusions on Turkish drilling activities in the Eastern Mediterranean
The Council adopted the following conclusions:
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"Recalling the Council conclusions of 18 June 2019 and previous European Council
conclusions, notably those of 20 June 2019, the Council deplores that, despite the European
Union's repeated calls to cease its illegal activities in the Eastern Mediterranean, Turkey
continued its drilling operations west of Cyprus and launched a second drilling operation
northeast of Cyprus within Cypriot territorial waters. The Council reiterates the serious
immediate negative impact that such illegal actions have across the range of EU-Turkey
relations. The Council calls again on Turkey to refrain from such actions, act in a spirit of
good neighbourliness and respect the sovereignty and sovereign rights of Cyprus in
accordance with international law.
The Council, welcoming the invitation by the Government of Cyprus to negotiate with
Turkey, notes that delimitation of exclusive economic zones and continental shelf should be
addressed through dialogue and negotiation in good faith, in full respect of international law
and in accordance with the principle of good neighbourly relations.
The EU remains fully committed to supporting the UN-led efforts to work with the parties
with a view to creating the conditions conducive to resuming negotiations on a comprehensive
settlement of the Cyprus problem. In this regard, the Council recalls that it remains crucial
that Turkey commits and contributes to such a settlement, including its external aspects,
within the UN framework in accordance with relevant UNSC Resolutions and in line with the
principles on which the EU is founded and the
acquis.
In light of Turkey’s continued and new illegal drilling activities, the Council decides to
suspend negotiations on the Comprehensive Air Transport Agreement and agrees not to hold
the Association Council and further meetings of the EU-Turkey high-level dialogues for the
time being. The Council endorses the Commission’s proposal to reduce the pre-accession
assistance to Turkey for 2020 and invites the European Investment Bank to review its lending
activities in Turkey, notably with regard to sovereign-backed lending.
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The Council remains seized of the matter and, in accordance with the European Council
conclusions of 20 June, invites the High Representative and the Commission to continue work
on options for targeted
measures in light of Turkey’s continued drilling activities in the
Eastern Mediterranean. The Council will closely monitor developments and will revert to this
issue as appropriate."
Council conclusions on the EU's priorities at the 74th UN General Assembly
The Council today adopted conclusions on the EU's priorities at the 74th UN General Assembly
(September 2019
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September 2020). These conclusions complements the Council conclusions on
strengthening multilateralism which were adopted on 17 June 2019.
The EU's engagement for a more peaceful, cooperative and just world rests on common values -
peace, democracy, human rights, the rule of law, gender equality, sustainable development - as well
as the EU's profound commitment to effective multilateralism.
In recent years, the EU has intensified its engagement as a global player and is translating
multilateralism into action. In the current global context, the EU seeks to reaffirm the added value
and relevance of the UN, and to prove that it delivers benefits to people around the world. The EU
will continue to work with and support the United Nations, as part of its efforts to promote, develop
and reform the rules-based international order.
Recognising the importance of the United Nations at the core of effective multilateralism, the EU
and its member states will focus at the 74th session of the General Assembly of the United Nations
on three mutually reinforcing priorities: 1. Conflict prevention, peace and security, 2. A common
positive agenda, 3. Engagement on global challenges.
Full text of the Council conclusions
Council Conclusions on strengthening multilateralism, 17 June 2019
The EU and the UN: factsheet (EEAS website)
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Sanctions against North Korea
15 July 2019
The Council reviewed its autonomous list of those subject to restrictive measures under the
sanctions regime against the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK). It confirmed the
sanctions in place, which consist of a travel ban and an asset freeze, on the listed individuals and
entities.
The individuals and entities listed are under sanctions for contributing to the DPRK's nuclear-
related, ballistic-missile-related or other weapons of mass destruction-related programmes or for
sanctions evasion. The total number of persons listed by the EU autonomously is 57. In addition,
the EU has frozen the assets of 9 entities as part of its own sanctions regime. It has also transposed
all relevant UN Security Council resolutions, which impose sanctions on 80 persons and 75 entities
currently listed by the UN.
The EU's sanctions against the DPRK are the toughest against any country. They were adopted in
response to its nuclear weapon and ballistic missile development activities, which are in breach of
numerous UNSC resolutions. The EU not only transposes the sanctions imposed by the UN, but
also has its own autonomous sanctions regime on the DPRK, which complements and reinforces the
sanctions adopted by the UN.
The EU has repeatedly expressed its strong conviction that lasting peace and denuclearisation of the
Korean Peninsula must be achieved by peaceful means, and that the diplomatic process must be
continued as the only way towards realising that goal.
The ultimate goal, shared by the entire international community and as expressed by the United
Nations Security Council, remains the complete, verifiable and irreversible denuclearisation of the
Korean Peninsula.
This decision was adopted by the Council following the annual review of the sanctions. The legal
acts are published in the Official Journal of 16 July 2019.
EU restrictive measures against North Korea
EU-Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) relations, factsheet
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Joint EU-ACP declaration on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
15 July 2019
The Council authorised the opening of negotiations on a joint political declaration of the Africa,
Caribbean and Pacific Group of States and the European Union on the 2030 Agenda and the
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) implementation. The intention is to adopt it in connection
with the SDGs Summit in New York on 24-25 September 2019.
SDG Summit
EU-Cuba relations
The Council adopted the EU's position in view of the second EU-Cuba Joint Council that will take
place on 9 September in Havana. It will be co-chaired by the EU High Representative for Foreign
Affairs and Security Policy Federica Mogherini and Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez.
The objective of Joint Council is to review progress on implementation of PDCA. The EU and
Cuba will take stock of their political dialogues, including the political dialogue on human rights.
They will discuss future cooperation, trade and investment, including ways to respond to the full
activation of the Helms-Burton (LIBERTAD) Act by the United States. They will review their
cooperation on regional and global issues, such as Venezuela, Nicaragua, EU-CELAC or climate
change. They will also discuss recent developments in Cuba et in the EU.
EU-Cuba Joint Council, first meeting, 15 September 2019
Military requirements
The Council approved the update of the military requirements for military mobility within and
beyond the EU. This is a step in the implementation of the EU action plan on military mobility,
following the gap analysis performed by EU services. The update covers the technical and
geographical parameters of the military requirements and was developed in close consultation with
NATO.
The update of the Military Requirements will allow the process to move forward with the expected
definition of dual-use transport infrastructure requirements by the end of 2019. The overall progress
achieved so far was reported to the Council and the European Parliament in the beginning of June
2019 with the first joint progress report by the High Representative and the Commission on the
implementation of the action plan on military mobility.
Joint progress report on the implementation of the action plan on military mobility, June 2019
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ASEAN Regional Forum statement on aviation partnership
15 July 2019
The Council approved the adoption of an ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) statement on aviation
partnership. The draft statement recognises the importance of safe and secure air transport in
strengthening ARF Participants’ cooperation and ASEAN economic integration.
It aims to encourage implementing practices consistent with international norms and the
International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Standards and Recommended Practices (SARPs)
in the realm of aviation.
The statement is expected to be adopted in Bangkok, Thailand, at the ASEAN Regional Forum meeting
of 2 August 2019.
ASEAN Regional Forum statement on "Promoting women, peace and security at the ASEAN
Regional Forum"
The Council approved the adoption of an ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) statement on "Promoting
women, peace and security at the ASEAN Regional Forum". The statement aims to promote
meaningful participation of women, women's organisations and networks in conflict prevention,
conflict resolution and post-conflict state building.
The statement is expected to be adopted in Bangkok, Thailand, at the ASEAN Regional Forum meeting
of 2 August 2019.
Sanctions on South Sudan
The Council transposed an amendment adopted by the UN concerning one person listed under the
South Soudan sanctions framework.
EU relations with the Philippines
The Council adopted the position to be taken on behalf of the EU in the Joint Committee
established by the Framework Agreement on Partnership and Coopera+tion between the EU and the
Philippines, regarding the adoption of decisions on the rules of procedure of the Joint Committee
and of terms of reference of the specialised sub-committees.
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EU relations with Côte d'Ivoire
15 July 2019
The Council adopted the position to be taken by the EU in the Côte d'Ivoire-EU EPA Committee
regarding adoption of Protocol 1
concerning the definition of the concept of ‘originating products’
and methods for administrative cooperation (rules of origin).
TRANSPORT
Preparation of the 40th ICAO Assembly
The Council endorsed the text of six Working Papers and one Information paper to be submitted by
Finland on behalf of the European Union and its Member States to the 40th Assembly of the
International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), which will be held from 26 September to 4
October 2019 in Montréal. (10716/19)
ENERGY
Modernisation of the Energy Charter Treaty
The Council adopted a decision authorising the Commission to enter into negotiations on the
modernisation of the Energy Charter Treaty (10738/19). The Council also adopted negotiating
directives (10745/19
ADD 1).
In parallel, the representatives of the governments of the member
states that are parties to the Energy Charter Treaty adopted a decision authorising the Commission
to enter into negotiations for the elements falling under the competence of the member states.
Several member states and the Commission submitted statements (10738/19
ADD1).
See also the
press release.
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