1. The new European Consensus on Development
DG DEVCO

2. Why a new European Consensus on Development?
New EU and International Framework
New Global Challenges
New global challenges and a new EU and international framework call for a new common vision for EU development policy.
A new shared vision of development policy for the
EU and its Member States

3. New global challenges

4. A new EU and international framework

5. 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development
UN General Assembly adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development in September 2015
This Agenda includes 17 sustainable development goals (SDGs) for the world to achieve by 2030
Universal: applicable to all countries, not only the developing world
Covers the three dimensions of sustainable development: economic, social and environmental
Includes the Addis Ababa Action Agenda as an integral part
Within the new EU and international framework, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development (adopted by the UN General Assembly in 2015) in particular served as an important base for the new Consensus.

7. EU response to the 2030 Agenda
On 22 November 2016, the European Commission set out a strategic approach for achieving sustainable development in Europe and around the world:
Communication on the next steps for a sustainable European future
Proposal for a new European Consensus on Development
Communication on a renewed partnership with African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries
… in addition to the EU Global Strategy on Foreign and Security Policy
Responding to the call of the 2030 Agenda for a new common vision for EU development policy, a package of three main documents were adopted by the European Commission on 22 November 2016, including the proposal for a new Consensus.

8. New development policy contributes to all objectives of EU external action
Art 21.2d
Sust. Dev.
and Poverty
Eradication
Art 21.2f
Environment
Natural
Resources
Art 21.2e
Promote
World
Economy
EU Development Policy
As defined in the proposal for a new Consensus adopted on 22 November 2016, the new EU development policy will contribute to all the objectives of EU external action set out in the article 21.2 of the Treaty on the European Union (TEU).
Article 21.2 of TEU: "The Union shall define and pursue common policies and actions, and shall work for a high degree of cooperation in all fields of international relations, in order to:
(a) safeguard its values, fundamental interests, security, independence and integrity;
(b) consolidate and support democracy, the rule of law, human rights and the principles of international law;
(c) preserve peace, prevent conflicts and strengthen international security, in accordance with the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter, with the principles of the Helsinki Final Act and with the aims of the Charter of Paris, including those relating to external borders;
(d) foster the sustainable economic, social and environmental development of developing countries, with the primary aim of eradicating poverty;
(e) encourage the integration of all countries into the world economy, including through the progressive abolition of restrictions on international trade;
(f) help develop international measures to preserve and improve the quality of the environment and the sustainable management of global natural resources, in order to ensure sustainable development;
(g) assist populations, countries and regions confronting natural or man-made disasters; and
(h) promote an international system based on stronger multilateral cooperation and good global governance."
Art 21.2
a-b-c-g
Security
Peace
Resilience
Art 21.2h
Multilateral
Cooperation

9. A new Consensus structured around 5 Ps
The structure of the new Consensus (around the 5 Ps) therefore also reflects all the objectives of EU external action set out in the article 21.2 of the TEU.

10. Main aspects of the new Consensus
Integrate systematically the social, economic and environmental dimensions of sustainable development
Address the crucial nexuses
with external policies
Migration Security
Humanitarian Climate
Focus on the key drivers of sustainable development

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

12. Towards a Joint Statement
November 2016: Presentation of the proposed new Consensus to Council and European Parliament
May 2017: New Consensus expected to be adopted by the Council and European Parliament
June 2017: New Consensus expected to be signed jointly at the European Development Days
July 2017: UN High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development
If all goes well, the European Council and European Parliament could adopt the proposal for a new Consensus in May 2017.
The aim would then be to officially sign the new Consensus in June 2017 during the European Development Days, and further present it in July 2017, during the UN High-Level Policy Forum on Sustainable Development.

13. Beyond adoption
Once adopted, the new Consensus will call for mainstreaming its principles in various development tools.
It will have an impact on:
Mid-term reviews
Development programming and reporting
Future development instruments

14. Thank you! Franco CONZATO Deputy Head of Unit
Unit 06 – Quality and Results
Directorate General for International Cooperation and Development
European Commission