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Genetically modified maize DP915635

TA-10-2024-0042 · P10_TA(2024)0042 · PE763.282

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Parliament's resolution objects to Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/1822 authorising genetically modified maize DP915635, considering it exceeds implementing powers and is inconsistent with Union law. It calls on the Commission to repeal the decision, not authorise herbicide-tolerant GM crops, ensure convergence of standards in trade negotiations, and address hazardous chemicals and international commitments.

Key points

  1. Considers that the Implementing Decision exceeds the implementing powers provided for in Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003.
  2. 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.
  3. Calls on the Commission to ensure convergence of standards between the Union and its partners in free trade agreement negotiations to meet Union safety standards.
  4. Calls on the Commission to repeal Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/1822.
  5. Calls on the Commission not to authorise herbicide-tolerant GM crops due to increased use of complementary herbicides and risks to biodiversity, food safety, and workers' health.
  6. Highlights that authorising import of GM plants tolerant to herbicides banned in the Union, like glufosinate, is incoherent with international commitments under UN SDGs and UN CBD.
  7. Expects the Commission to deliver on its commitment to propose ensuring hazardous chemicals banned in the Union are not produced for export.
  8. 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.
  9. Urges the Commission to take into account Union obligations under international agreements and reiterates the call for draft implementing acts to be accompanied by an explanatory memorandum on 'do no harm'.

Who is affected

  • The Commission, which is called on to repeal the decision and change its authorisation practices for GM crops.
  • Farmers and the agricultural sector, as the resolution opposes herbicide-tolerant GM crops and their associated herbicide use.