Considerations on COM(2010)195 - Allocation of the funds decommitted from projects under the 9th and previous European Development Funds (EDF) for the purpose of addressing the needs of the most vulnerable population in Sudan - Main contents
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dossier | COM(2010)195 - Allocation of the funds decommitted from projects under the 9th and previous European Development Funds (EDF) for the ... |
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document | COM(2010)195 |
date | July 12, 2010 |
(2) | The current political situation in Sudan, as well as the humanitarian crisis in Darfur, South Sudan, East Sudan and the Transitional Areas, requires a strong engagement of the European Union, including through the provision of vital assistance to the Sudanese population. The gap left by the non-availability of the 10th EDF will seriously reduce the capacity of the Union to assist the population and to help stabilise the country, which could have consequences for the wider region. |
(3) | In order to bridge the financing gap which will occur, it is appropriate to use funds decommitted from the ninth and previous EDFs. |
(4) | The funds should be used to address the needs of the most vulnerable populations in Sudan, in particular in the conflict-affected areas, including Darfur, South Sudan, East Sudan and the Transitional Areas. They will be allocated on the basis of a financing decision to be adopted by the Commission. Provision should also be made to cover the cost of support measures. |
(5) | These funds should be managed through centralised and joint management and, for the purpose of simplification, according to the implementation arrangements for the 10th EDF, |