Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in the European Union. Focus on development cooperation. Carlos BERROZPE GARCÍA

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1 Implementation of Sustainable Development Goals in the European Union Focus on development cooperation Carlos BERROZPE GARCÍA Head of Sector SDGs DG International Cooperation and Development European Commission Madrid, 1 October 2018

2 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Brings together follow-up to Millennium Development Goals and Rio+20 Summit on sustainable development Adopted by the UN Summit in September 2015 Universal applies to all countries very important shift Poverty eradication and three dimensions of sustainable development (economic, social, environmental) + rule of law, governance, peace Broader means of implementation - not just about money (or Official Development Assistance) Global Partnership mobilising all means and all actors

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4 The overall EU response to the SDGs On 22 November 2016, the European Commission set out a strategic approach for the overarching implementation of SDGs (internal / external policies) in Europe and around the world: Communication on the next steps for a sustainable European future followed by Council conclusions on SDGs and European Parliament resolutions Proposal for a new European Consensus on Development (adopted June 2017)

5 EU policies directly related to SDGs Some examples of active mainstreaming of SDGs in EU initiatives Impact assessment and better regulation tools Investment Plan for Europe (Juncker Plan) European Pillar on Social Rights EU energy and climate packages Action Plan on sustainable finance Corporate and Social Responsibility Circular economy package, European plastic strategy Urban Agenda for the European Union Research and Innovation (Horizon 2020) Proposals for new Multi-Annual Financial Framework etc.

6 The SDGs and the long term EU vision Reflection paper 'Towards a Sustainable Europe by 2030' (end 2018) Announced by President Juncker (the Future of Europe) Annual report by Eurostat on SDGs in an EU context Multi-Stakeholder Platform on SDGs (set up in 2017) to: follow-up and exchange of best practices on SDG implementation across sectors, at Member State and EU level inform the "Reflection Paper" on the follow-up to the SDGs and the Paris Agreement due to be published by the Commission next year. Sustainable Development EU Award.

7 On the external side: the new European Consensus on Development New global challenges? New framework on European and international level A new shared vision of the development policy of the EU and its Member States

8 Main aspects of the new European Consensus on Development Eradicate Poverty Integrate the social, economic and environmental dimensions of sustainable development Address the crucial nexuses with external policies Migration Security Focus on key drivers Humanitarian Climate

9 Human development and dignity Protecting the environment, managing natural resources and tackling climage change Inclusive and sustainable growth and jobs Peaceful and inclusive societies, democracy, effective and accountable institutions, rule of law and human rights for all The EU as a force for implementation of the 2030 Agenda

10 New development policy contributes to all objectives of EU external action (Consensus 11) Art 21.2f Environment Natural Resources Art 21.2d Sust. Dev. and Poverty Eradication EU Development Policy Art 21.2e Promote World Economy Art 21.2 a-b-c-g Security Peace Resilience Art 21.2h Multilateral Cooperation

11 How to implement the Consensus? Coordinate better between EU institutions and Member States, more joint programming Think beyond ODA: domestic resources, private sector investment, sound policies Work with all stakeholders to make a difference Focus on results and development effectiveness Ensure Policy Coherence for Development Differentiated better tailored partnerships with a broader range of partner countries

12 The EU, a major development player

13 Joint Programming: reducing fragmentation 2,5 billion for KENYA (2016, EU combined)

14 Implementation of SDGs - Policies - Many EU development actions and initiatives are already consistent with Agenda 2030 and new Consensus and work will continue, enhancing alignment - New flagship initiatives in context of SDG implementation, such as European External Investment Plan, EU-UN Spotlight Initiative - Also pushing Policy Coherence for Development to promote positive impact of EU internal policies on developing countries

15 Implementation of SDGs Partnerships at all levels - Working with partner countries through policy dialogue based on SDGs. - The implementation of the 2030 Agenda requires comprehensive national sustainable development plans that factor in the SDGs and their interlinkages. - Work with United Nations on the ground to support SDG implementation and accelerating it - Promote more coherent approach of EU and Member States (Consensus approach): engage with Member States for collective progress joint programming, joint implementation, joint results frameworks - Stakeholders: strengthen work with private sector, civil society, local authorities

16 Implementation of SDGs programmes and tools - New Consensus and SDGs guide our work including our tools, processes and programming (e.g. programming templates, documents, guides, etc.) - EU results framework is being adapted to be aligned with SDGs (incl. indicators) - Recent decision by all donors to reform the OECD reporting system on Official Development Assistance to align it with SDGs (new SDG field to show goals and targets), to be reflected in EU internal reporting tools

17 Implementation of SDGs new external instrument - Current long term EU financial cycle runs to New Multi-annual Financial Framework (7 years). - Proposed new external instrument - Consistent with Consensus and pursuing SDG implementation

18 New Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF): proposal

19 New External Heading HEADING VI: Neighbourhood and the world Neighbourhood, Development and International Cooperation Instrument Amounts (billion euro) 89.2 Instrument for Pre-accession assistance 14.5 Humanitarian aid 11 Common Foreign and Security Policy 3 Overseas countries and territories including Greenland 0.5 European Instrument for Nuclear Safety 0.3 Other Margin Total External Action European Peace Facility 10.5

20 Key drivers for new external instrument Reflection of renewed policy frameworks: SDGs, Global Strategy, European Consensus on Development, reviewed European Neighbourhood Policy Simplification reduction of number of instruments Flexibility financial and on substance: a policy-driven and enabling instrument Reflection of current EU priorities Neighbourhood, Africa, countries most in need, security, migration, climate and human rights.

21 New instrument: NDICI structure Geographic Neighbourhood Sub-Sahara Africa Asia and Pacific The Americas and the Caribbean Thematic Human Rights and Democracy Civil Society Organisations Stability and Peace Global Challenges Rapid Response Crisis Response and Conflict Prevention Resilience and linking humanitarian and development actions Foreign policy needs and priorities Emerging challenges and priorities cushion Geographic approach preferred; thematic programmes + rapid response complementary

22 Other Key Features of proposed instrument A level of at least 92% eligible as Official Development Assistance (ODA) has been set for the whole instrument, contributing to EU commitments (0.7% GNI as ODA and 0.2% GNI for Least Developing Countries) Targets: -> 25% for climate-related actions -> 20% for social inclusion and human development -> 10% for migration-related actions New Investment Architecture: European Fund for Sustainable Development + and External Action Guarantee

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24 Why a European External Action Plan (EIP)? Estimated global investment gap in key SDG sectors, Trillions of USD, annual average Total annual Investment needs Current Annual Investment Total Investment gap Source: World Economic Forum (2015)

25 What are the objectives of the EIP? Focus on jobs and growth

26 The three pillar approach of the EIP

27 Günter Menzl - fotolia.com Ezume Images - fotolia.com Priority Areas for investment 1. Sustainable Energy and Sustainable Connectivity 2. Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Financing 3. Sustainable Agriculture, Rural Entrepreneurs and Agribusiness 4. Sustainable Cities 5. Digitalisation for Sustainable Development Cross-cutting objective: focus on fragile states

28 EIP 3 rd Pillar: Promoting a conducive Investment Climate and Business Environment Wide range of location-specific factors determining whether domestic and foreign investments happens. Factors that determine how a company functions

29 Thank you for your attention