2023/2087(INI) Negotiations on a status agreement on operational activities carried out by the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (Frontex) in Mauritania
Next event: Vote scheduled in committee 2023/10/24
Lead committee dossier:
Next event: Vote scheduled in committee 2023/10/24
Progress: Awaiting committee decision
| Role | Committee | Rapporteur | Shadows |
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| Lead | LIBE |
STRIK Tineke ( Verts/ALE)
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ZDECHOVSKÝ Tomáš ( EPP),
BIELOWSKI Theresa ( S&D),
OETJEN Jan-Christoph ( Renew),
WIŚNIEWSKA Jadwiga ( ECR),
ERNST Cornelia ( GUE/NGL)
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| Committee Opinion | AFET |
OETJEN Jan-Christoph ( Renew)
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Marisa MATIAS ( GUE/NGL),
Tineke STRIK ( Verts/ALE),
Christian SAGARTZ ( PPE),
Theresa BIELOWSKI ( S&D)
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Lead committee dossier:
Legal Basis:
RoP 114, RoP 54, RoP 57
Legal Basis:
RoP 114, RoP 54, RoP 57Events
2023/10/24
Vote scheduled in committee
2023/06/15
EP - Committee referral announced in Parliament
2023/06/15
EP - Referral to associated committees announced in Parliament
2023/06/13
EP - Committee draft report
Documents
2023/06/05
EP - STRIK Tineke (Verts/ALE) appointed as rapporteur in LIBE
2023/04/26
EP - OETJEN Jan-Christoph (Renew) appointed as rapporteur in AFET
Activities
- Roberts ZĪLE
Plenary Speeches (0)
| Amendments | Dossier |
| 252 |
2023/2087(INI)
2023/07/06
AFET
98 amendments...
Amendment 1 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1.
Amendment 10 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Opposes the policy of externalising EU borders, points out that on the "West Euro-African" border between 2018 and 2022, 7 865 people from 31 different countries, including 1 273 women and 383 children, would have died trying to reach the Spanish coasts of the Canary Islands in wooden canoes and dented rubber dinghies – an average of 6 victims every day and that it is one of the most dangerous migratory routes and deadliest in the world, is indignant at the fact that Frontex is participating, with military means, in the construction of walls in Mauritania, by moving the European border towards the Mauritanian coast;
Amendment 11 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Is very concerned about the human rights situation in Mauritania, especially for migrants and refugees; stresses in this context the importance of working with human rights organisations and NGOs to get a full picture of the human rights situation in the country;
Amendment 12 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Calls for the inclusion of an adequate human rights monitoring mechanism of Frontex activities in all Frontex missions through the deployment of Frontex’s Fundamental Rights Monitors in third countries and clear commitments to transparency and information sharing of Frontex activities;
Amendment 13 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 b (new) 1b. Calls for the inclusion of an adequate human rights monitoring mechanism of Frontex activities in all Frontex missions through the deployment of Frontex’s Fundamental Rights Monitors in third countries and clear commitments to accountability, transparency and information sharing of Frontex activities;
Amendment 14 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 Amendment 15 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 Amendment 16 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 2. Calls on the Commission
Amendment 17 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 2. Calls on the Commission
Amendment 18 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 2. Calls on the Commission
Amendment 19 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 2. Calls on the Commission and the Fundamental Rights Officer to conduct an independent assessment of the
Amendment 2 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1.
Amendment 20 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 2. Calls on the Commission and the Fundamental Rights Officer to conduct a
Amendment 21 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 2 2. Calls on the Commission and the Fundamental Rights Officer to conduct an independent assessment of the human rights situation in Mauritania as regards the treatment of migrants and refugees and inform the European Parliament without delay;
Amendment 22 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 Amendment 23 #
3. Maintains that the launch of Frontex operational activities under a status agreement should
Amendment 24 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3.
Amendment 25 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3.
Amendment 26 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3. Maintains that the launch of Frontex operational activities under a status agreement sh
Amendment 27 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3. Maintains that the launch of Frontex operational activities under a status agreement should
Amendment 28 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 3 3. Maintains that the launch of Frontex operational activities under a status agreement should promote fundamental human rights and EU values; considers that any status agreement providing for Frontex operations in third countries should integrate this aspect into their mission;
Amendment 29 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4.
Amendment 3 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1.
Amendment 30 #
4. Considers that
Amendment 31 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Considers that
Amendment 32 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Considers that Frontex staff
Amendment 33 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Considers that Frontex staff who are granted immunity for their activities in Mauritania
Amendment 34 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Considers that Frontex staff who are granted immunity for their activities in Mauritania must continue to be held accountable under EU or Member State law; considers that Frontex staff should not only avoid complicity in human rights violations by Mauritanian security forces, but should actively denounce such actions;
Amendment 35 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 4 4. Considers that Frontex staff who are granted immunity for their activities in Mauritania must continue to be held accountable under EU or Member State law; recalls the legal responsibility of Frontex to respect and to guarantee human rights;
Amendment 36 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Calls for clear guidelines
Amendment 37 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Calls for clear
Amendment 38 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Calls for clear guidelines and human rights training to be provided to Frontex staff deployed in Mauritania;
Amendment 39 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 5. Calls for clear guidelines and training to be provided to Frontex staff deployed in Mauritania including the establishment of a better understanding of and sensibility for the regional and Mauritanian human rights situation and legal framework as well as of international human rights and humanitarian laws and standards;
Amendment 4 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1. Supports the ongoing negotiations between the EU and Mauritania on the establishment of a status agreement that provides for Frontex deployment in Mauritania;
Amendment 40 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 5 a (new) 5a. Calls on the Commission to provide training to Mauritanian authorities on fundamental rights and the rights and obligations of Mauritanian staff in search and rescue operations, asylum processing and management;
Amendment 41 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 Amendment 42 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 6. Calls for the establishment of a
Amendment 43 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 6. Calls for the establishment of a robust and efficient complaint mechanism that is publicly accessible and
Amendment 44 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 6. Calls for the establishment of a robust complaint mechanism that is independent and publicly accessible and for an incident reporting mechanism for Frontex activities;
Amendment 45 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 6. Calls for the establishment of a robust complaint mechanism that is publicly accessible and for an incident reporting mechanism for Frontex activities to ensure an effective remedy for people impacted by Frontex actions;
Amendment 46 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 6. Calls for the establishment of a robust complaint mechanism that is publicly accessible and for an incident reporting mechanism for Frontex activities; considers that this incident reporting mechanism should guarantee the anonymity and confidentiality of individuals reporting on Frontex activities, that infringe on international humanitarian law or violate human rights;
Amendment 47 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 a (new) 6a. Calls on the Commission and Frontex to establish mechanisms for persons potentially affected by the Agency’s action on the territory of the third country to effectively seek remedy through external bodies, such as the Court of Justice of the European Union and the Ombudsman;
Amendment 48 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 6 a (new) 6a. Calls on the EU to provide additional capacity building support to Mauritanian national and civil society human rights organisations; calls on Mauritania to ensure the independence of its judicial and human rights institutions;
Amendment 49 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 Amendment 5 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1. Supports the ongoing negotiations between the EU and Mauritania on the establishment of a status agreement that provides for Frontex deployment in Mauritania; notes
Amendment 50 #
Amendment 51 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 7. Calls for the inclusion of an adequate
Amendment 52 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 7. Calls for the inclusion of a
Amendment 53 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 7. Calls for the inclusion of an adequate human rights monitoring mechanism for Frontex activities carried out under all Frontex missions in third countries with a strong role of the Fundamental Rights Officer;
Amendment 54 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 a (new) 7a. Is of the opinion that any Frontex deployment of personnel to Mauritania and the conduct of operational activities with Mauritanian security forces can only take place where guarantees for adequate human rights protection can be ensured for migrants and asylum seekers throughout the entire process of their application or return;
Amendment 55 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 b (new) 7b. Deplores and strongly condemns the repeated practice by Mauritanian border guards and security staff of pushbacks and refoulement of migrants and asylum seekers;
Amendment 56 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 7 c (new) 7c. Reiterates and underlines that Frontex should not take part in any form of pushbacks and should publicly denounce such practices when observed or made aware;
Amendment 57 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 8. Considers that the
Amendment 58 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 8.
Amendment 59 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 8. Considers that
Amendment 6 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1.
Amendment 60 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 8. Considers that the EU and Frontex should
Amendment 61 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 8.
Amendment 62 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 8. Considers that the EU and Frontex should suspend their activities on migration and asylum carried out in cooperation with the Mauritanian authorities in the event of
Amendment 63 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 8. Considers that the EU and Frontex should suspend their activities on migration and asylum carried out in cooperation with the Mauritanian authorities in the event of persistent human rights violations, as set out under ICC standards;
Amendment 64 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 a (new) 8a. Condemns the fact that a large part of European development aid is now conditioned on the fight against irregular migration; regrets that the majority of EU Member States have not achieved the target of devoting 0.7 % of their GNI to official development aid and that some have even lowered their percentage of development aid; insists that the aid provided by the EU and its Member States be carried out in full transparency and under parliamentary scrutiny; firmly opposes any subordination of this aid to migration, security or structural adjustment policies;
Amendment 65 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 8 a (new) 8a. Is concerned about the absence of asylum legislation in Mauritania, as well as the fact that same-sex activity is currently illegal in the country;
Amendment 66 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 9 Amendment 67 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 9 9.
Amendment 68 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 9 9.
Amendment 69 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 9 9. Is highly concerned about Mauritania’s human rights track record,
Amendment 7 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1. Supports the ongoing negotiations
Amendment 70 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 9 9. Is highly concerned about
Amendment 71 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 9 a (new) 9a. Is concerned by the reported misuse of EU material support by the Mauritanian security forces for migration control purposes; calls for the comprehensive monitoring of the use of material support to Mauritanian authorities and that Frontex funding or material support do not contribute to human rights violations in Mauritania;
Amendment 72 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 9 a (new) 9a. Considers that the deployment of Frontex officers with executive powers in Mauritania entails a high risk of becoming complicit in serious and most likely persistent violations of fundamental rights or international protection obligations;
Amendment 73 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 9 b (new) 9b. Calls on the Commission to support local civil society organisations that protect and promote the rights of migrants, as well as to fund the civil society monitoring of the cooperation of the Mauritanian authorities with Frontex;
Amendment 74 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – introductory part 10. Calls for the inclusion of the following points in the status agreement, before seeking formal consent of the European Parliament:
Amendment 75 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point a (a)
Amendment 76 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point a (a)
Amendment 77 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point a (a) There will be no
Amendment 78 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point a (a) There will be no excessive or arbitrary detention of migrants and asylum seekers and detention centres will be up to standard;
Amendment 79 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point b Amendment 8 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1. Supports the ongoing negotiations between the EU and Mauritania on the establishment of a status agreement that provides for Frontex deployment in Mauritania; notes, however, that a status agreement can only be established under the condition that it enshrines and adheres to strict fundamental human rights guarantees
Amendment 80 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point b Amendment 81 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point b (b) Interrogations will o
Amendment 82 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point b (b) Interrogations will only occur where deemed necessary; torture under any form is actively prosecuted and heavily punished;
Amendment 83 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point c Amendment 84 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point d (d) Frontex
Amendment 85 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point d (d) Frontex will
Amendment 86 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point d (d) Frontex will
Amendment 87 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point e (e) EU funding will be disbursed transparently
Amendment 88 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point e (e)
Amendment 89 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point e a (new) (ea) Explicit safeguards are established in order to allow deployed officers to disregard orders issued by the third country’s authorities that contradict the Agency’s fundamental rights obligations and/or that derive from EU and international law;
Amendment 9 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 1 1. Supports the ongoing negotiations between the EU and Mauritania on the establishment of a status agreement that provides for Frontex deployment in Mauritania; notes, however, that
Amendment 90 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point e a (new) (ea) Frontex activities will be documented in a transparent manner;
Amendment 91 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 – point e b (new) (eb) Provisions in the agreement will refer to the need for Mauritanian authorities to respect fundamental rights during operations, including robust measures that will ensure accountability in the event of violations;
Amendment 92 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 a (new) 10a. Maintains that development cooperation and efforts to tackle the root causes of migration should remain a priority in EU-Mauritania cooperation on migration;
Amendment 93 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 a (new) 10a. Calls on the EU and its Member States to provide humanitarian visas to those at risk in Mauritania;
Amendment 94 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 b (new) 10b. Calls on the EU and its Member States to facilitate family reunification of Mauritanian families in the EU;
Amendment 95 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 c (new) 10c. Calls on the EU and its Member States to ensure international protection for Mauritanian migrants and refugees in the EU, in accordance with international law;
Amendment 96 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 d (new) 10d. Calls on the EU and its Member States to ensure that Mauritanian migrants and refugees in their territories are protected, adequately assisted, and allowed to apply for asylum;
Amendment 97 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 e (new) 10e. Calls on the Member States to support the application of the Temporary Protection Directive for Mauritanians seeking international protection;
Amendment 98 #
Draft opinion Paragraph 10 f (new) 10f. Calls on the EU and its Member States to ensure safe and legal pathways for migrants and refugees leaving or in transit across Mauritania and seeking a better life in the EU;
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2023/07/18
LIBE
154 amendments...
Amendment 1 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 13 a (new) – having regard to the EU Action Plan for the Western Mediterranean and Atlantic routes presented by the Commission on 6 June 2023;
Amendment 10 #
Motion for a resolution Recital B b (new) Bb. whereas the Commission prefers deploying Frontex staff in many of the countries from which the migrants depart rather than funding the physical barriers on the European Union’s external borders that a majority of the Member States are calling for;
Amendment 100 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e a (new) ea. Share regular assessments of joint operational activities with focus on fundamental rights;
Amendment 101 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e b (new) eb. For the Commission and the Agency to at all times uphold the highest standards of humanitarian law and fundamental rights its negotiations and communications on the status agreement with Mauritanian authorities;
Amendment 102 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e b (new) eb. In case of the signing of a Status Agreement and the establishment of an Operational Plan, ensure independent monitoring of the cooperation in relation to the fundamental rights situation;
Amendment 103 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e b (new) eb. Keep the European Parliament fully and regularly informed of all steps of the negotiations;
Amendment 104 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 Amendment 105 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point a Amendment 106 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point a a.
Amendment 107 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point a a. formalise the consultation role of the
Amendment 108 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point a a. formalise the role of the Fundamental Rights Officer (FRO) when deciding whether to launch a joint operation in the third country covered by the Status Agreement
Amendment 109 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point a a (new) aa. Urges Frontex to comply with and adhere to all relevant international conventions, agreements, and standards related to human rights, including but not limited to the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights, and the Convention against Torture and Other Cruel, Inhuman or Degrading Treatment or Punishment.
Amendment 11 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C Amendment 110 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point a a (new) aa. Keep the Frontex consultative forum on fundamental rights fully informed of the negotiations with Mauritania and consult with them, including the possible organisation of an on-the-spot visit to Mauritania in coordination with the FRO;.
Amendment 111 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point a a (new) aa. Include an adequate human rights monitoring mechanism of Frontex activities in the final Status Agreement;
Amendment 112 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point a b (new) ab. Reiterates that Frontex should establish robust mechanisms to monitor and address any potential violations of the rights and well-being of migrants and refugees in its operations in Mauritania. These mechanisms must include regular monitoring, reporting, and assessment of compliance with human rights standards and the effectiveness of protective measures.
Amendment 113 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point a b (new) ab. enable non-governmental actors, from third countries, where Frontex is active or plans to be active, to apply for Membership in the Frontex Consultative Forum, in light of the increased presence of Frontex in third countries.
Amendment 114 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point i Amendment 115 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point i i. enshrine a formal mechanism for persons (in)directly affected by the actions or failure to act, or any party representing such persons, or acting in the public interest, including third country nationals or NGOs in third countries, to address complaints to the Agency about actions of deployed staff in the third country,
Amendment 116 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point i i.
Amendment 117 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point i i. ens
Amendment 118 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point i a (new) ia. Urges Frontex to establish mechanisms for meaningful consultation and engagement with civil society organizations and relevant stakeholders throughout the planning, implementation, and evaluation of its operations in Mauritania. The consultation and engagement must be guided by the principles of transparency, inclusivity, and respect for diverse perspectives.
Amendment 119 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point i b (new) ib. Recalls the importance to Frontex of conducting regular dialogues with civil society organizations and stakeholders to provide opportunities for their input, expertise, and feedback. These dialogues must aim to inform the design, implementation, and evaluation of Frontex operations, ensuring their alignment with human rights, international standards, and the needs of affected communities.
Amendment 12 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C C. whereas
Amendment 120 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point i c (new) ic. Urges Frontex to establish mechanisms to ensure the systematic dissemination of relevant information and updates to civil society organizations and stakeholders regarding its operations in Mauritania. The information sharing must be transparent, timely, and accessible, allowing for informed contributions and constructive engagement.
Amendment 121 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point i d (new) id. Insists that Frontex must incorporate the recommendations and insights provided by civil society organizations and stakeholders into its operational strategies, guidelines, and practices in Mauritania. The integration of these recommendations must contribute to more effective, rights-based, and accountable operations.
Amendment 122 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point ii ii.
Amendment 123 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point ii ii. ensure a Frontex presence in critical areas where the apprehension of migrants is likely to take place, and envisage giving the FRO and Fundamental Rights Monitors
Amendment 124 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point ii ii. ensure a Frontex presence in critical areas where the apprehension of migrants, violence against migrants or degrading treatment is likely to take place, and envisage giving the FRO and Fundamental Rights Monitors full access to the operational area;
Amendment 125 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point ii ii. ensure a Frontex presence in critical areas where the apprehension of migrants is likely to take place
Amendment 126 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point ii ii.
Amendment 127 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point iii iii. work closely with the
Amendment 128 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b – point iii iii. work closely with the UNHCR during operations in Mauritania, with a strong UNHCR presence, in order to guarantee the right to asylum;
Amendment 129 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point b a (new) ba. Recalls that Frontex should provide necessary technical assistance and support to Mauritanian authorities to strengthen their capacities in border management and migration control. This assistance may include sharing expertise, providing training materials, and supporting the development of relevant infrastructure and systems.
Amendment 13 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C C. whereas according to Regulation 2019/1896, cooperation with third countries is an important element of European integrated border management and it should serve to promote European border management and return standards, to exchange information and risk analysis, and to facilitate the implementation of returns with a view to increasing their efficiency,1c whereas in which the Commission recommends that the Council authorise it to negotiate a status agreement, it should asses the fundamental rights situation relevant to the areas covered by the status agreement; whereas such an assessment has not been performed yet;
Amendment 130 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point c Amendment 131 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point c Amendment 132 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point c c.
Amendment 133 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point c c.
Amendment 134 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point d d
Amendment 135 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point d d. explore and establish mechanisms for persons potentially affected by the Agency’s action on the territory of the third country to effectively seek remedy through external bodies, such as the Ombudsman, the Court of Justice of the European Union or a different entity, and ensure that the European Parliament is kept fully informed thereof on a regular basis;
Amendment 136 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point d d.
Amendment 137 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point d a (new) da. Sign a Memorandum of Understanding with the third country concerned in order to align complaint mechanisms;
Amendment 138 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point d b (new) db. Make any material support to the border authorities of a third country conditional upon full respect for fundamental rights and ensure monitoring to be in place;
Amendment 139 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point d c (new) dc. Ensure permanent deployment of a Fundamental Rights Monitor to operations in Mauritania in accordance with Regulation 2019/1896;
Amendment 14 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C a (new) Ca. Whereas the Model Status Agreement referred to in Article 76(1) of Regulation 2019/1896 is to serve as the basis for the Commission’s negotiations with Mauritania; whereas it establishes a framework for the cooperation between the Agency and its teams on the one hand and the competent authorities of the third country concerned on the other and it should therefore be considered as an umbrella under which several actions could be carried out; whereas it should set out among others the scope of operation, criminal and civil liability, tasks and powers of members of the team ; whereas it shall ensure that fundamental rights are fully respected during those operations and shall provide for a complaints mechanism;1ca _________________ 1ca Article 73 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1896
Amendment 140 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point e e.
Amendment 141 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point e e. provide mandatory fundamental rights training to the authorities as a core component of executive operations in third countries, including with regard to SAR obligations
Amendment 142 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point e e. provide fundamental rights training to the authorities as a core component of executive operations in third countries, including with regard to SAR obligations
Amendment 143 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point e e.
Amendment 144 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point e a (new) ea. Stresses that Frontex and Mauritanian authorities must engage in joint training programs to enhance the capabilities, skills, and knowledge of personnel involved in operational activities. These training programs must cover areas such as border control techniques, human rights principles, international standards, and best practices in migration management.
Amendment 145 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point e a (new) ea. Include special guidelines for the processing of migrants and asylum seekers of especially vulnerable groups, most notably children, unaccompanied minors, women, LGBTQI+ persons and communities that face targeted violence or discriminatory prosecution in their country of origin;
Amendment 146 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point e a (new) ea. Make any material support to the border authorities of a third country conditional upon full respect for fundamental rights, transparency towards NGOs in third countries and ensure monitoring to be in place;
Amendment 147 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 – point e a (new) ea. Share periodical evaluations of joint operations in third countries with the European Parliament and Council, including in Mauritania, with a focus on fundamental rights;
Amendment 148 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 a (new) 3.2a Recommends to collaborate with relevant stakeholders, including Mauritanian authorities, environmental organizations, and local communities, to promote environmental preservation and conservation efforts. This collaboration must facilitate knowledge sharing, capacity building, and joint initiatives aimed at achieving sustainable practices within Frontex operations.
Amendment 149 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 b (new) 3.2b Highlights the importance that independent oversight mechanisms should be established to oversee and evaluate Frontex activities in Mauritania. These mechanisms must consist of qualified individuals or bodies with expertise in human rights, migration, and border management, and must operate with impartiality and independence. The oversight mechanisms must conduct regular evaluations, assessments, and investigations to ensure compliance with human rights standards, operational guidelines, and protocols.
Amendment 15 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C a (new) Ca. whereas according to the European Council Conclusions from 9 February 2023, the European Union will step up its action to prevent irregular departures and loss of life, to reduce pressure on EU borders and on reception capacities, to fight against smugglers and to increase returns and that this will be done by intensifying cooperation with countries of origin and transit through mutually beneficial partnerships covering all migratory routes, also with adequate resources;
Amendment 150 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.2 c (new) 3.2c Urges Frontex to maintain transparency and accountability in its operations in Mauritania by regularly reporting on its activities and the measures taken to uphold human rights and international standards.
Amendment 151 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 a (new) 3a. Underlines that the cooperation of Frontex with non-EU coutries is key for the comprehensive implementation of the European integrated border management and that by leveraging its expertise and resources, Frontex has become an essential partner in the fight against transnational crime and border protection also for non-EU countries thanks to the status agreements currently in force;
Amendment 152 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 a (new) 3a. Requests the European Court of Justice to formally assess whether the Status Agreement as negotiated is compatible with the Treaties, as enshrined in Article 218 (11) TFEU, especially related to accountability of the Agency for actions performed on the territory of Mauritania, in light of the significant differences between the legal framework of the EU and Mauritania;
Amendment 153 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Instructs its President to forward this recommendation to the Council, the Commission, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, the signatories to the Cotonou Agreement between the European Union (EU) and the group of African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries and to the Government of Mauritania.
Amendment 154 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 4 4. Instructs its President to forward this recommendation to the Council, the Commission, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency, its Fundamental Right Officer and to the Government of Mauritania.
Amendment 16 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C a (new) Ca. Whereas the Frontex Consultative Forum of fundamental rights called in its report on the fundamental rights implications of the Agency’s engagement with third countries of 21 May 2019 Frontex to carry out an effective fundamental rights impact assessment prior to engaging with a third country;
Amendment 17 #
Ca. Whereas Article 218 (10) TFEU obliges the Commission to immediately and fully inform the Parliament during all stages of the procedure of conclusion a Status Agreement;
Amendment 18 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C b (new) Cb. whereas the Commission in its Action Plan for the Western Mediterranean and Atlantic routes commits to promote sustainable and structural solutions to our common migration challenges, based on a comprehensive, whole-of-route approach, which includes a renewed and streghtened action on the external dimension of migration;
Amendment 19 #
Motion for a resolution Recital C b (new) Cb. Whereas Article 218 (10) TFEU obliges the Commission to immediately and fully inform the Parliament during all stages of the procedure of negotiations of a Status Agreement;
Amendment 2 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 14 Amendment 20 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D – introductory part D. whereas, according to the Model Status Agreement referred to in Article 76(1) of Regulation 2019/1896 :
Amendment 21 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D a (new) Da. Whereas Mauritania is primarily a transit and destination country for migration from other West African countries (Senegal, Mali, Guinea, and Guinea Bissau); whereas in last two years there has been a substantial increase in a number of people travelling along the Mauritanian coast to take the Canary Islands migration route; whereas according to the Spanish Commission for Refugee Aid (“CEAR”) route through Mauritania is one of the deadliest in the world, and 2021 marked the highest number of deaths and missing people since data is available; whereas according to the Spanish Ministry of Interior the collaboration that the authorities provide to the detachments of the National Police and the Civil Guard deployed in the area prevent 40 percent of the departures of irregular immigrants to the Canary Islands at the source;
Amendment 22 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D a (new) Da. whereas with the resumption of the illegal flows on the Atlantic route in 2019, followed by a sharp increase in 2020, the EU stepped up its engagement with Mauritania, particularly in relation to border management;
Amendment 23 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D a (new) Da. Whereas in February 2023, UNHCR reported the presence of 136,350 refugees and asylum seekers in Mauritania;
Amendment 24 #
Motion for a resolution Recital D b (new) Db. whereas Mauritania has been identified as a priority country for a closer cooperation with Frontex, in the form of a working arrangement and/or a status agreement focusing on addressing illegal migration through a multi-dimensional response;
Amendment 25 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas
Amendment 26 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E.
Amendment 27 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas Mauritania has no national legal asylum system in place; whereas the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) grants de facto protection with the issuance of refugee cards and certificates on the basis of a memorandum with the authorities; whereas people deemed ineligible for protection are structurally deported by the authorities without further procedure; whereas this has included deportations of people whose cases have not been assessed by the UNHCR; whereas
Amendment 28 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E. whereas despite having signed the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees, its 1967 Protocol and the 1969 OAU Refugee Convention Mauritania has no national legal asylum system in place; whereas the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) grants de facto protection with the issuance of refugee cards and certificates on the basis of a
Amendment 29 #
E. whereas Mauritania despite having signed the 1951 Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees has no national legal asylum system in place; whereas the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) grants de facto protection with the issuance of refugee cards and certificates on the basis of a memorandum with the authorities; whereas people deemed ineligible for protection are structurally deported by the authorities without further procedure; whereas this has included deportations of people whose cases have not been assessed by the UNHCR; whereas Mauritania’s current legal framework does not allow for effective protection of women and children, or of LGBTIQ+ persons; whereas same-sex activity is illegal in Mauritania;
Amendment 3 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 15 Amendment 30 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E E.
Amendment 31 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E a (new) Ea. whereas people intercepted at sea or perceived by authorities as “candidates for sea departures” are being arrested, interrogated violently, held in police stations in inhumane and degrading conditions and systematically deported by buses to the Malian or Senegalese border by the authorities without any further procedure and are being handed over to Malian or Senegalese authorities; whereas this has included deportations of people whose cases have not been assessed by UNHCR; whereas Mauritania’s current legal framework does not allow for effective protection of women and children, nor of LGBTIQ+ persons; whereas homosexuality is deemed illegal under Mauritanian criminal law and still a criminal offence punishable by death;
Amendment 32 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E b (new) Eb. whereas there have been reports of persons intercepted at sea in Western Sahara by Moroccan authorities being handed over to Mauritanian authorities, who then conduct returns by buses during 24 hours without any stop nor provision of any food nor water to the Senegalese border ; whereas there are no indications of any assessment by UNHCR;
Amendment 33 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E c (new) Ec. Whereas as of 31 May in February 2023, UNHCR reported the presence of 108.972 refugees and asylum seekers in Mauritania, amongst which 84.093 Malian refugees the Mbera camp;
Amendment 34 #
Motion for a resolution Recital E d (new) Ed. whereas Mauritania has not abolished the death penalty, despite a de facto moratorium since 1987; whereas there are 40 legislative provisions relating to the application of the death penalty, including for minors; whereas foreign detainees facing the death penalty rarely have access to legal assistance and a competent translator;
Amendment 35 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F Amendment 36 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F F. whereas refugees, asylum-seekers and migrants in Mauritania continuously face systemic and serious human rights violations and ill treatment such as refoulement, arbitrary arrests and detention, (gender-based) violence, including cases of torture, exploitation, abusive detention conditions, extortion and theft, and abusive collective expulsions
Amendment 37 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F F. whereas
Amendment 38 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F a (new) Fa. whereas the implementation of anti-trafficking legislation, far from protecting victims, has led to the criminalisation of migrants, against whom accusations of trafficking and smuggling are levelled as a preventive measure against departures to the Canary Islands;
Amendment 39 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F b (new) Fb. whereas Mauritanian authorities frequently detain Western and Central African nationals without due process, with no individual legal status assessments or formal deportation decisions. Whereas people face arbitrary detention and arrests on the streets, at worksites, or during raids of neighbourhoods or buildings.
Amendment 4 #
Motion for a resolution Citation 15 Amendment 40 #
Motion for a resolution Recital F c (new) Fc. whereas people residing legally in the country are sometimes also detained and expelled, including people seeking asylum in Mauritania.
Amendment 41 #
Motion for a resolution Recital G G. whereas Mauritania only formally abolished slavery in 1981, and was the last country in the world to do so; whereas slavery has only been criminalised since 2015; whereas the UN Special Rapporteur concluded in 2022 that the country had taken significant steps
Amendment 42 #
Motion for a resolution Recital G G. whereas Mauritania only formally abolished slavery in 1981 by the adoption of Law 2015-031, and was the last country in the world to do so; whereas slavery has only been criminalised since 2015; whereas the UN Special Rapporteur on contemporary forms of slavery concluded in 2022 that the country had taken significant steps but the continued existence of slavery and slavery-like practices, including practices of forced labour, remains a concern and has an impact on both migrants and Mauritanian citizens;
Amendment 43 #
Motion for a resolution Recital G a (new) Ga. whereas an agreement between Spain and Mauritania allowing joint border control operations has existed since 2006; whereas Frontex, through Operation HERA, has also carried out occasional joint operations between 2006 and 2018 in Mauritania; whereas there has been no evaluation of this cooperation in terms of its impact on the protection of and respect for the human rights of migrants in Mauritania; whereas the legal basis of operation Hera is questionable;
Amendment 44 #
Motion for a resolution Recital G a (new) Ga. Whereas the Mauritanian authorities are receiving bilateral border management support from the Spanish authorities since 2006 in an advisory capacity only, including through the physical deployment of the Guardia civil and Spanish Gendarmerie; whereas Frontex would be the first non- Mauritanian actor where its deployed team members would allow for exercising executive powers at the border of the country as agreed in a dedicated operational plan;
Amendment 45 #
Ga. Whereas the Mauritanian authorities are receiving bilateral border management support by the Spanish authorities since 2006 in an advisory capacity only, including through physical deployment of the Guardia civil and Spanish Gendarmerie; whereas Frontex would be the first non-Mauritanian actor performing executive mandate at the border of the country;
Amendment 46 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph -1 (new) -1. Welcomes Mauritania’s initiative to cooperate with Frontex with a view to securing Europe against mass immigration, criminality and terrorism;
Amendment 47 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1. Expresses its deep concern about the situation of fundamental rights in Mauritania, particularly
Amendment 48 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1. Expresses its deep concern about the situation of fundamental rights in Mauritania, particularly for migrants and refugees, and considers that the deployment of Frontex executive powers in Mauritania entails a high risk of becoming complicit in serious and most likely persistent violations of fundamental rights or international protection obligations; points out in this connection that Frontex is itself legally obliged to comply with and guarantee European law;
Amendment 49 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1. Expresses its deep concern about the situation of fundamental rights in
Amendment 5 #
Motion for a resolution Recital A a (new) Amendment 50 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1. Expresses its deep concern about the situation of fundamental rights in Mauritania, particularly for migrants and refugees, and considers that the deployment of Frontex executive powers in Mauritania entails a high risk of becoming direct and/or indirect complicit in serious and most likely persistent violations of fundamental rights or international protection obligations; recommends therefore to stop negotiations;
Amendment 51 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1.
Amendment 52 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1. Expresses its deep concern about the situation of fundamental rights in Mauritania,
Amendment 53 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1. Expresses its deep concern about the situation of fundamental rights in Mauritania, particularly for migrants and refugees, and considers that, due to a high standard of operation, the deployment of Frontex executive powers in Mauritania
Amendment 54 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 1.
Amendment 55 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Agrees with the European Fundamental Rights Agency in that reducing the death toll at Sea is complex and cannot be resolved by the European Union and its Member States alone and that only a comprehensive approach including all relevant states, EU bodies, international organisations and other parties involved can succeed in putting an end to the high death toll at Sea;
Amendment 56 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 a (new) 1a. Emphasises that any human rights violations by Frontex staff in Mauritania are cause for drawing into question the presence of Frontex personnel and should trigger a re-evaluation or suspension of the deployment of Frontex in Mauritania;
Amendment 57 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 b (new) 1b. Recalls that the conclusion of a Model Status Agreement with the Islamic Republic of Mauritania on operational activities carried out by Frontex aims to support border management, foster increased bilateral cooperation and prevent irregular migration on the Atlantic route;
Amendment 58 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 b (new) 1b. Calls on Frontex not only to avoid all complicity in human rights violations by Mauritanian security forces, but also to denounce any such actions;
Amendment 59 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 1 c (new) 1c. Welcomes the European Council Conclusions of 9 February 2023 calling for the rapid conclusion of negotiations on new and revised Status Agreements between the European Union and third countries on the deployment of Frontex as part of the efforts to strengthen cooperation on border management and migration;
Amendment 6 #
Motion for a resolution Recital A a (new) Aa. Whereas the Commission is in negotiations with the government of Mauritania with a view to conclude a status agreement for Frontex in order to perform executive tasks on the territory of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, on the basis of Council Decision (EU) 2022/1168
Amendment 60 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 Amendment 61 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Considers that
Amendment 62 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Considers that
Amendment 63 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Considers that if the Model Status Agreement falls short of addressing the above-mentioned serious concerns, this could lead to severe accountability gaps in the event of fundamental rights violations committed either by the third country’s authorities and/or by Frontex’s deployed personnel;
Amendment 64 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Considers that
Amendment 65 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Considers that
Amendment 66 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 2. Considers that
Amendment 67 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. Regrets that the Commission decided to interpret recital 88 of Regulation 2019/1896 in a restrictive way only assessing the fundamental rights situation after the status agreement is concluded with a third country: stresses that this prevents to take into account the fundamental rights situation in the negotiations of and the decision to conclude a status agreement; as well as in the consent procedure in the European Parliament.
Amendment 68 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 a (new) 2a. Calls for the inclusion of clear safeguards mechanisms in the Status Agreement to avoid the misuse of EU material support for migration control purposes by Mauritanian security forces;
Amendment 69 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 2 b (new) 2b. Expresses concern on the impact of a status agreement on the freedom of movement in West Africa, most notably in Mauritania and the ECOWAS protocol on free movement in its neighbouring countries;
Amendment 7 #
Motion for a resolution Recital B a (new) Ba. Whereas the Commission is in negotiations with the government of Mauritania with a view to conclude a status agreement with Frontex in order to perform executive tasks on the territory of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, on the basis of Council Decision (EU) 2022/1168; whereas this agreement is embedded into the EU’s push to further externalise border surveillance to intercept persons seeking safety in third countries before they reach the EU;
Amendment 70 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – introductory part 3. S
Amendment 71 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – introductory part 3. Strongly urges the Commission and the Agency to
Amendment 72 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 Amendment 73 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point -a (new) -a. fund physical barriers at the EU’s external borders to dissuade migrants from coming and thereby protect them from any attacks on fundamental rights;
Amendment 74 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point a a. include explicit safeguards allowing deployed officers to disregard orders issued by the third country’s authorities that contradict the Agency’s fundamental rights obligations that derive from EU and international law, and to inform the European Parliament thereof;
Amendment 75 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point a a.
Amendment 76 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point a a (new) aa. Refrain from including specific provisions allowing for the agreement to be provisionally applied before the European Parliament assesses whether to give its consent to the agreement.
Amendment 77 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point b Amendment 78 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point b Amendment 79 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point b Amendment 8 #
Motion for a resolution Recital B a (new) Ba. Whereas the Model Status Agreement referred to in Article 76(1) of Regulation 2019/1896 is to serve as the basis for the Commission’s negotiations with Mauritania; whereas the status agreement provides that it shall ensure that fundamental rights are fully respected during operations and shall provide for a complaints mechanism;
Amendment 80 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point b a (new) ba. Urges Frontex to facilitate and ensure access to international protection procedures for migrants and refugees encountered during its operations in Mauritania. This must involve providing information, legal assistance, interpretation services, and necessary support to individuals seeking international protection.
Amendment 81 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point b b (new) bb. Considers that Frontex should prioritize the protection of the rights and well-being of migrants and refugees throughout all operational activities conducted within the jurisdiction of Mauritania. The protection must encompass respect for human dignity, adherence to fundamental rights, and compliance with relevant international legal obligations, including those relating to access to international protection.
Amendment 82 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point b c (new) bc. Stresses the importance to prioritize the identification, protection, and support of vulnerable groups among migrants and refugees, including children and victims of trafficking. Comprehensive measures must be in place to address the specific needs and vulnerabilities of these groups, providing specialized care, support services, and appropriate safeguards.
Amendment 83 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point c Amendment 84 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point c c.
Amendment 85 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point c c. enshrine sufficient accessible internal and external mechanisms for non- EU individuals to direct complaints towards the Agency, in line with the recommendations of the EU Ombudsman;
Amendment 86 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point c a (new) ca. Include clear guidelines and mechanisms on combatting corruption in all areas of cooperation between officers of the Agency and Mauritanian authorities and security forces;
Amendment 87 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point d d. include provisions a
Amendment 88 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point d d. include provisions about the Mauritanian authorities respecting fundamental rights during operations, and monitor compliance, including sound options that will ensure accountability in the event of violations;
Amendment 89 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point d a (new) da. Considers that Frontex must collaborate with relevant national authorities, international organizations, and civil society actors to ensure the prompt and impartial investigation of any alleged human rights abuses or misconduct related to its activities.
Amendment 9 #
Motion for a resolution Recital B a (new) Ba. whereas, to prevent the European Union from being submerged by migration, asylum and migration policy needs to be reformed by processing asylum seekers’ files in Member States’ embassies and consulates in the third countries of origin or in the Member States of transit;
Amendment 90 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point d a (new) da. To provide assistance and capacity to Mauritanian authorities to develop a comprehensive legal asylum system based on fundamental rights and in line with the practices of the UNHCR;
Amendment 91 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point d b (new) db. Encourages Frontex to establish and maintain effective channels of communication and cooperation with Mauritanian law enforcement agencies and relevant ministries.The cooperation must be characterized by regular and timely information exchange, mutual support, and joint planning to ensure the smooth implementation of operational activities.
Amendment 92 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e e. Similar to the Frontex Fundamental Rights Officer’s fundamental rights assessment prior to the launching of any Joint Operation on the territory of a third country, perform ex ante fundamental rights impact assessments before engaging in negotiations with third countries on the conclusion of Status Agreements, in order to be able to fully consider the impact of the potential cooperation and to negotiate on the necessary safeguards;
Amendment 93 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e e. perform ex ante fundamental rights impact assessments before engaging in negotiations with third countries on the conclusion of Status Agreements, in order to be able to fully consider the impact of potential cooperation and to negotiate the necessary safeguards; make this impact assessment publicly available or at least share it with co-legislators;
Amendment 94 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e e. perform, in cooperation with the Fundamental Rights Officer (FRO), ex ante fundamental rights impact assessments before engaging in negotiations with third countries on the conclusion of Status Agreements, in order
Amendment 95 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e e. inform the European Parliament and perform ex ante fundamental rights impact assessments before engaging in negotiations with third countries on the conclusion of Status Agreements, in order to be able to fully consider the impact of potential cooperation and to negotiate the necessary safeguards;
Amendment 96 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e a (new) Amendment 97 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e a (new) ea. ensure, should a status agreement be concluded, that it is regularly assessed with regard to impact on protection of and respect for the human rights of migrants in Mauritania;
Amendment 98 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e a (new) ea. Make this impact asessment publicly available and keep the European Parliament fully and regularly informed of all steps of the negotiations.
Amendment 99 #
Motion for a resolution Paragraph 3 – point 3.1 – point e a (new) ea. Keep the European Parliament fully and regularly informed of all steps of the negotiations;
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