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MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION (D098501/04 – 2024/2837(RSP))

On the draft Commission Implementing Decision authorising the placing on the market of products containing, consisting of or produced from genetically modified maize DP202216, pursuant to Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 of the European Parliament and of the Council

B-10-2024-0152

Committee on the Environment, Public Health and Food Safety · Rapporteur: Martin Häusling, Biljana Borzan, Anja Hazekamp

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Parliament objects to the draft Commission decision authorising genetically modified maize DP202216, considering it exceeds implementing powers and is inconsistent with EU law. It calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft and not authorise herbicide-tolerant GM crops, citing risks to biodiversity, food safety and health. It also urges the Commission to respect international commitments and deliver on promises regarding hazardous chemicals.

Key points

  1. Considers the draft decision exceeds implementing powers under Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003.
  2. Finds the draft decision incompatible with the aim of ensuring high protection of health, environment and consumers.
  3. Calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft and submit a new one to the committee.
  4. Urges the Commission not to authorise herbicide-tolerant GM crops due to increased herbicide use and risks.
  5. Highlights incoherence of authorising import of GM plants tolerant to EU-banned herbicides like glufosinate with international commitments.
  6. Expects the Commission to propose ensuring hazardous chemicals banned in the EU are not produced for export.
  7. Welcomes Commission's recognition of sustainability but expresses disappointment at continued authorisations despite objections.
  8. Urges the Commission to consider EU obligations under international agreements and provide explanatory memoranda upholding 'do no harm'.

Who is affected

  • The Commission, which must withdraw and redraft the decision, and refrain from authorising similar GM crops.
  • Applicant Pioneer Overseas Corporation and Pioneer Hi-Bred International, whose authorisation is opposed.