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Official Journal of the European Union
25.9.2012
COUNCIL DECISION 2012/514/CFSP
of 24 September 2012
amending and extending Decision 2010/576/CFSP on the European Union police mission
undertaken in the framework of reform of the security sector (SSR) and its interface with the
system of justice in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (EUPOL RD Congo)
THE COUNCIL OF THE EUROPEAN UNION,
Congo" or "the Mission"), established by Joint Action
2007/405/CFSP, shall be extended for the period from
Having regard to the Treaty on European Union, and in
1 October 2010 to 30 September 2013.";
particular Article 28, Article 42(4) and Article 43(2) thereof,
(2) In Article 2, paragraph 1 is replaced by the following:
Having regard to the proposal from the High Representative of
the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy,
"1. In
order
to
improve
the
maturity
and
sustainability
of
the reform process of the Congolese National Police (PNC),
Whereas:
EUPOL RD Congo shall assist the Congolese authorities in
the implementation of the Police Action Plan and building
(1) On
23
September
2010,
the
Council
adopted
Decision
the guidelines of the Strategic Framework. The Mission will
2010/576/CFSP on the European Union police mission
contribute to local and international efforts for the
undertaken in the framework of reform of the security
reinforcements of PNC capabilities. EUPOL RD Congo shall
sector (SSR) and its interface with the system of justice in
focus on concrete activities and projects to underpin its
the Democratic Republic of the Congo (EUPOL RD
action at the strategic level of the reform process, on
Congo) (
capacity building and on enhancement of the interaction

1 ), last modified by Decision 2011/537/CFSP ( 2 ).
EUPOL RD Congo expires on 30 September 2012.
between the PNC and the wider criminal justice system
with a view to better supporting the fight against sexual
violence and impunity. EUPOL RD Congo shall work in
(2) On
13
July
2012,
the
Political
and
Security
Committee
close coordination with other Union, international and
endorsed the recommendation that EUPOL RD Congo
bilateral donors, with a view to avoiding duplication of
should be extended for one year, followed by a final
efforts.";
transition phase of twelve months with the aim of
handing over its tasks.
(3) In Article 7, paragraph 3 is replaced by the following:
(3) EUPOL
RD Congo should therefore be extended until
30 September 2013.
"3. All
staff
shall
abide
by
the
Mission-specific
minimum
security operating standards and the Mission security plan
supporting the Union's field security policy. As regards the
(4)
It is necessary to lay down the financial reference amount
intended to cover the expenditure related to
protection of EU classified information with which
EUPOL RD
Congo for the period from 1 October 2012 to
members of staff are entrusted in the course of their
30 September 2013.
duties, all staff shall respect the security principles and

minimum standards established by Council Decision
2011/292/EU of 31 March 2011 on the security rules for
(5) It
is
also
necessary
to
adapt
certain
provisions
regarding
protecting EU classified information (*).
to EU classified information.
___________
(6) EUPOL
RD Congo will be conducted in the context of a
(*) OJ L 141, 27.5.2011, p. 17.";
situation which may deteriorate and could impede the
achievement of the objectives of the Union's external
action as set out in Article 21 of the Treaty,
(4) Article 12 is replaced by the following:
HAS ADOPTED THIS DECISION:
"Article 12
Article 1
Security
Decision 2010/576/CFSP is hereby amended as follows:
1. The
Civilian
Operation
Commander
shall
direct
the
Head of Mission's planning of security measures and
(1) In Article 1, paragraph 1 is replaced by the following:
ensure their proper and effective implementation for
EUPOL RD Congo in accordance with Articles 5 and 9.
"1. The
European
Union
police
mission
undertaken
in
the framework of reform of the security sector (SSR) and
2. The
Head
of
Mission
shall
be
responsible
for
the
its interface with the system of justice in the Democratic
security of the Mission and for ensuring compliance with
Republic of the Congo (hereinafter referred to as "EUPOL RD
minimum security requirements applicable to the Mission,
in line with the Union policy on the security of personnel
( 1 ) OJ L 254, 29.9.2010, p. 33.
deployed outside the Union in an operational capacity
( 2 ) OJ L 236, 13.9.2011, p. 8.
under Title V TEU, and its supporting instruments.

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3. The
Head
of
Mission
shall
be
assisted
by
a
Senior
State any EU classified information and documents up to
Mission Security Officer (SMSO), who shall report to the
"RESTREINT UE / EU RESTRICTED" level which are
Head of Mission and also maintain a close functional rela
generated for the purposes of the Mission, in accordance
tionship with the European External Action Service (EEAS).
with Decision 2011/292/EU. Arrangements between the HR
and the competent authorities of the host State shall be
4.
drawn up for this purpose.
EUPOL
RD Congo staff shall undergo mandatory
security training before taking up their duties, in accordance
with the OPLAN. They shall also receive regular in-theatre
4. The HR shall be authorised to release to the third
refresher training organised by the SMSO.
States associated with this Decision any EU non-classified
documents connected with the deliberations of the Council
5. The Head of Mission shall ensure the protection of EU
relating to the Mission and covered by the obligation of
classified information in accordance with Decision
professional secrecy pursuant to Article 6(1) of the
2011/292/EU.";
Council's Rules of Procedure (*).
(5) The following subparagraph is added to Article 14(1):
5. The
HR
may
delegate
the
powers
referred
to
in
para
graphs 1 to 4, as well as the ability to conclude the
"
arrangements referred to in paragraphs 2 and 3 to
The financial reference amount intended to cover the
persons placed under his/her authority, to the Civilian Oper
expenditure related to the Mission for the period from
ations Commander and/or to the Head of Mission.
1 October 2012 to 30 September 2013 shall be EUR
6 750 000.";
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(6) Article 16 is replaced by the following:
(*) Council Decision 2009/937/EU of 1 December 2009
adopting the Council's Rules of Procedure (OJ L 325,
"
11.12.2009, p. 35).";
Article 16
Release of classified information
1. The
HR
shall
be
authorised
to
release
to
the
third (7) In Article 18, the second paragraph is replaced by the
States associated with this Decision, as appropriate and in
following:
accordance with the needs of the Mission, EU classified
information and documents up to "CONFIDENTIEL UE /
"
EU CONFIDENTIAL" level generated for the purposes of
It shall apply from 1 October 2010 to 30 September
the Mission, in accordance with Decision 2011/292/EU.
2013.".
2. The HR shall also be authorised to release to the UN,
Article 2
in accordance with the operational needs of the Mission, EU
This Decision shall enter into force on the date of its adoption.
classified information and documents up to "RESTREINT UE
/ EU RESTRICTED" level which are generated for the
purposes of the Mission, in accordance with Decision
2011/292/EU. Arrangements between the HR and the
Done at Brussels, 24 September 2012.
competent authorities of UN shall be drawn up for this
purpose.
For the Council
3. In the event of a specific and immediate operational
The President
need, the HR shall also be authorised to release to the host
A. D. MAVROYIANNIS

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