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 The rationale is already cited in the article with two quotes from the spokesman; there is no consensus on it and the conditions have not been met. The other comment specifically refers to the rules targeting racism and xenophobia in the EU, pointing out that these rules are applicable to the proposal in question. This is indeed rather obvious. The quote is thus redundant. In his formal statement, the spokesman also said the the commission takes the issue ""very seriously"" and that they ""will continue to keep this matter under review.""   "