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Screening of foreign investments in the Union

TA-10-2026-0171 · P10_TA(2026)0171 · PE767.951

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Parliament's position on a regulation to screen foreign investments in the Union, replacing Regulation (EU) 2019/452. It sets out rules for screening and cooperation among member states. Parliament and the Commission agree to further action on foreign investments to avoid strategic dependencies and protect economic security, with the Commission planning targeted conditions for strategic sectors.

Key points

  1. Parliament adopts its position at first reading on the proposed regulation on screening foreign investments, which corresponds to the final legislative act.
  2. Parliament approves a joint statement with the Commission on the need for further action on foreign investments and economic security.
  3. The Union should remain attractive for business, with foreign investments contributing to growth and competitiveness, especially in strategic sectors.
  4. Certain investments risk creating strategic dependencies and undermining internal market resilience, weakening economic security and technological edge.
  5. It is a priority to assess and take further action at Union level to address risks and safeguard economic security.
  6. The Commission intends to set targeted conditions for inbound foreign investments in identified strategic sectors, respecting international commitments.
  7. Parliament acknowledges the Commission's commitment and is ready to consider any proposal as co-legislator.

Who is affected

  • Foreign investors seeking to invest in the Union, especially in strategic sectors, will face screening and potential conditions.
  • Member states and Union institutions will cooperate on screening to protect economic security.

Legal basis: Articles 114 and 207 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union