The CCP’s relationship, interdependencies, or other interactions
Article 5
1. When taking into account the criterion set out in point (e) of Article 25(2a) of Regulation (EU) No 648/2012, ESMA shall assess the scope of functions, services or activities that have been outsourced by the CCP. 2. Where any of the indicators referred to in Article 6 applies, ESMA, in addition to the elements listed in paragraph 1 of this Article, shall also assess the following elements: (a) the possible effects that the inability of the provider of outsourced functions, services or activities to comply with its obligations under the outsourcing arrangements would have on the Union or one or more of its Members States; (b) whether the CCP serves trading venues established in the Union; (c) whether the CCP has interoperability arrangements or cross-margining agreements with CCPs established in the Union, or links with or participation in other financial market infrastructures located in the Union, such as Central Securities Depositaries or payment systems.