Adopted text
Genetically modified cotton COT102
TA-10-2024-0039 · P10_TA(2024)0039 · PE764.959
- Adopted in plenary on · Adopted 496–143–18 · See the decision →
- Full procedure 2024/2835
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Parliament objects to Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2627 authorising genetically modified cotton COT102, considering it exceeds implementing powers and is inconsistent with EU law.¶¶ It calls on the Commission to repeal the decision and not authorise GM plants with antimicrobial resistance genes, urging respect for international obligations.¶¶¶
Key points
- Considers that Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2627 exceeds the implementing powers provided for in Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003.¶
- Considers the decision inconsistent with Union law, as it is not compatible with the aim of ensuring a high level of protection of human life and health, animal health and welfare, and environmental and consumer interests.¶
- Calls on the Commission to repeal Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2627 and submit a new draft to the committee.¶
- Reiterates its call on the Commission not to authorise any GM plants containing genes conferring antimicrobial resistance, noting such authorisation would violate Article 4(2) of Directive 2001/18/EC.¶
- Welcomes the Commission's recognition of the need to take sustainability into account in GMO authorisation decisions, but expresses disappointment that it continues to authorise GMOs despite objections.¶
- Urges the Commission to take into account the Union's obligations under international agreements and to accompany draft implementing acts with an explanatory memorandum on upholding the 'do no harm' principle.¶