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Genetically modified maize DP202216

TA-10-2024-0044 · P10_TA(2024)0044 · PE763.293

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Parliament's resolution objects to Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2618 authorising genetically modified maize DP202216, 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, and ensure convergence of standards in trade negotiations. It also urges the Commission to consider international obligations and deliver on commitments regarding hazardous chemicals.

Key points

  1. Considers that Implementing Decision (EU) 2024/2618 exceeds the implementing powers provided for in Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003.
  2. Considers that the decision is not compatible with the aim of Regulation (EC) No 1829/2003 to ensure 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) 2024/2618 and to submit a new draft to the committee.
  5. Calls on the Commission not to authorise herbicide-tolerant GM crops, due to the associated increased use of complementary herbicides and therefore the increased risks to biodiversity, food safety and workers’ health in line with the One Health approach.
  6. Highlights that authorising import of GM plants tolerant to herbicides banned in the Union, such as glufosinate, is incoherent with the Union’s international commitments under the UN SDGs and the UN CBD, including the Kunming-Montreal Framework.
  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 has continued to authorise GMOs despite objections.
  9. Urges the Commission to take into account the Union's obligations under international agreements and reiterates its call for draft implementing acts to be accompanied by an explanatory memorandum explaining how they uphold the principle of 'do no harm'.

Who is affected

  • The Commission, which is called on to repeal the decision and change its approach to GMO authorisations.
  • Applicants for GMO authorisations, as the resolution opposes authorisation of herbicide-tolerant GM crops.
  • Farmers, who are affected by the use of complementary herbicides and the 'herbicide treadmill'.

Figures and deadlines

  • 36 resolutions objecting to GMOs in Parliament's eighth term, and 38 in its ninth term.