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Genetically modified soybean MON 87705

TA-10-2026-0264 · P10_TA(2026)0264 · PE789.024

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Parliament objects to the Commission decision renewing the authorisation of genetically modified soybean MON 87705, considering it exceeds implementing powers and is inconsistent with EU law. It calls on the Commission to repeal the decision and not to authorise imports of herbicide-tolerant GM crops due to increased risks. It urges the Commission to respect international obligations and the 'do no harm' principle, and calls on the Council to act on GMO authorisation rules.

Key points

  1. Considers that the Commission 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 repeal Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2026/1419.
  4. Calls on the Commission not to authorise the import of herbicide-tolerant GM crops, due to increased risks to biodiversity, food safety and workers' health.
  5. Welcomes the Commission's recognition of the need to take sustainability into account, but expresses disappointment that it has continued to authorise GMOs despite objections.
  6. Urges the Commission to take into account the Union's obligations under international agreements and to explain how draft implementing acts uphold the 'do no harm' principle.
  7. Insists that the Commission respect Parliament's position that it shall not authorise GMOs without a qualified majority of Member States in favour, and calls on the Council to adopt a general approach.

Who is affected

  • The Commission, which is called on to repeal the decision and change its approach to GMO authorisations.
  • The Council, which is urged to proceed with work on amending Regulation (EU) No 182/2011.
  • Importers and users of genetically modified soybean MON 87705, as the decision's repeal would affect market authorisation.

Legal basis: Article 191 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union