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12 Resolutions & reports ·decision 12 of 12 on Wednesday, 20 May 2026

Opportunities and challenges presented by a comprehensive artificial intelligence strategy for EU trade

Committee report by Brando Benifei · voted at 13:45

Non-binding texts in which Parliament states its position on a topic. They carry political weight but do not create law.

Adopted by an overwhelming majority 527 for · 62 against · 59 abstained (81 % in favour) Digital, AI & dataTrade & customsEconomy & single marketArtificial intelligenceCompetitiveness & industry

What Parliament decided

Adopted Adopted by an overwhelming majority

Parliament adopted the text as its official position.

For 527 Against 62 Abstained 59

Final vote on the motion for a resolution at 13:45 · 81% of votes cast in favour · every MEP’s position →

Who backed it
  • The Left –
  • Verts/ALE ✓
  • S&D ✓
  • Renew ✓
  • PPE ✓
  • ECR ✓
  • PfE ✓
  • ESN ✗
  • NI –

Backed by Verts/ALE, S&D, Renew, PPE, ECR and PfE; opposed by ESN; The Left mostly abstained.

✦ What this vote decides · AI summary, based on the text voted on

The resolution sets out Parliament's position on a comprehensive EU strategy for artificial intelligence in trade, covering both AI deployment for competitiveness and trade in AI inputs. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, endorsing an integrated approach that combines openness with resilience and rule-shaping. It calls for action to support AI adoption, secure critical inputs like semiconductors, and promote international cooperation, including through the WTO.

Part of the sitting of Wednesday, 20 May 2026. The vote was taken on Report A-10-2026-0122 in procedure 2025/2112.

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