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The European Parliament voted on the EU–Mexico Political, Economic and Cooperation Strategic Partnership Agreement, which sets the framework for relations between the EU and Mexico. Parliament gave its consent to the agreement, meaning the EU can now conclude it. Parliament instructed its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of the member states and Mexico.

Consent · report by Javi López, Borja Giménez Larraz · consent procedure · voted 13:13 · A-10-2026-0181 · 2025/0810

The European Parliament voted on the Council decision to conclude, on behalf of the European Union, the Council of Europe Convention on the Protection of the Environment through Criminal Law. Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of the agreement, meaning the EU can now proceed with it. The Convention sets binding international standards for criminalising serious environmental offences and strengthens prevention and cooperation.

Consent · report by Ilhan Kyuchyuk · consent procedure · voted 13:21 · A-10-2026-0156 · 2025/0244

The European Parliament voted on the EU–Mexico Interim Agreement on Trade, which sets trade rules between the European Union and Mexico. Parliament gave its consent to the agreement, meaning the EU can conclude it. The consent covers the Council decision on the agreement's conclusion.

Consent · report by Borja Giménez Larraz · consent procedure · voted 13:21 · A-10-2026-0198 · 2025/0271

The draft decision approves a protocol updating the EU–Morocco aviation agreement to include Croatia, which joined the EU in 2013. Parliament gave its consent, allowing Croatia to benefit from the agreement's provisions on air connectivity and competition. The protocol will now be forwarded to the Council, Commission, member states, and Morocco.

Consent · report by Tomas Tobé · consent procedure · voted 13:22 · A-10-2026-0177 · 2023/0142

The agreement updates Morocco's participation in the EU's Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA), aligning it with Horizon Europe rules and extending it to 2031. Parliament gave its consent, allowing the agreement to be concluded and Morocco to stay fully engaged in the partnership. Parliament asks the Commission to monitor the agreement's implementation, especially regarding agricultural imports, to ensure reciprocity and safeguards for EU producers.

Consent · report by Paolo Borchia · consent procedure · voted 13:24 · A-10-2026-0151 · 2025/0387

The agreement modifies EU tariff-rate quotas for imports from Pakistan, following the UK's withdrawal from the EU, by splitting existing volumes between the EU and the UK. Parliament gave its consent, allowing the Council to conclude the agreement. The agreement covers one tariff-rate quota for husked rice, where Pakistan has negotiating rights, and maintains the overall quota volumes.

Consent · report by Saskia Bricmont · consent procedure · voted 13:52 · A-10-2026-0134 · 2021/0042

Parliament gave its consent to the termination of the EU–Liberia Voluntary Partnership Agreement on forest law enforcement, governance and trade in timber products. The agreement, in force since 1 December 2013, will end because Liberia has not been able to honour its commitments. Parliament's position will be forwarded to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of the member states and Liberia.

Consent · report by Karin Karlsbro · consent procedure · voted 13:53 · A-10-2026-0133 · 2025/0259

The Council asked Parliament to consent to a decision on measures for implementing Protocol No 37 on the financial consequences of the expiry of the ECSC Treaty and on the Research Fund for Coal and Steel, repealing an earlier decision. Parliament gave its consent, meaning the Council can adopt the decision. Parliament instructed its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the national parliaments.

Consent · report by Johan Van Overtveldt · consent procedure · voted 13:36 · A-10-2026-0158 · 2025/0390

Parliament voted on the EU-Uzbekistan Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, which sets the framework for bilateral relations. MEPs gave their consent to the agreement, meaning the EU can conclude it with Uzbekistan. Parliament instructed its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of member states and Uzbekistan.

Consent · report by Ilhan Kyuchyuk · consent procedure · voted 13:12 · A-10-2026-0102 · 2024/0260

The European Parliament gave its consent to amending Article 36 of the International Agreement on Olive Oil and Table Olives, allowing the agreement to be extended for periods of five years. The amendment was adopted by the International Olive Council in June 2024 and aims to keep the agreement in force beyond its current expiry at the end of 2026. Parliament's consent is required for the Council to adopt the decision and for the amendment to enter into force.

Consent · report by Bernd Lange · consent procedure · voted 13:17 · A-10-2026-0101 · 2025/0193

Parliament gave its consent to the EU concluding the United Nations Convention against Cybercrime, which aims to strengthen international cooperation against cybercrime and to share electronic evidence for serious crimes. The Convention is meant to help combat online crime while reinforcing human rights among its parties, and the EU can shape its implementation.

Consent · report by Moritz Körner · consent procedure · voted 13:19 · A-10-2026-0090 · 2025/0231

The European Parliament approved the EU-Lebanon agreement on cooperation between Eurojust and Lebanese judicial authorities in criminal matters. This allows Eurojust to exchange operational information with Lebanon to support investigations and prosecutions of serious cross-border crime, including terrorism and organised crime. Lebanon will appoint a Liaison Prosecutor to Eurojust, and the agreement includes data protection safeguards.

Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 13:20 · A-10-2026-0132 · 2024/0155

Parliament gave its consent to the EU-Cook Islands Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement implementing protocol for 2025-2032. The protocol sets fishing opportunities for EU vessels in Cook Islands' waters and includes an annual EU financial contribution. It aims to support sustainable fisheries management and strengthen the strategic partnership between the EU and the Cook Islands.

Consent · report by Oihane Agirregoitia Martínez · consent procedure · voted 13:20 · A-10-2026-0092 · 2025/0287

Parliament gave its consent to the EU's conclusion of a new protocol to the fisheries agreement with São Tomé and Príncipe for 2025–2029. The protocol allows EU vessels to fish tuna and other migratory species in São Tomé and Príncipe's waters, with an annual EU financial contribution of €825,000. It aims to support sustainable fisheries management and development in São Tomé and Príncipe, including sectoral support and monitoring.

Consent · report by Nora Junco García · consent procedure · voted 13:20 · A-10-2026-0096 · 2025/0202

The agreement sets conditions for Canadian companies and products to take part in procurement under the EU's SAFE Instrument. Parliament gave its consent to the agreement, meaning the EU can conclude it with Canada. Parliament's position will be forwarded to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of the member states and Canada.

Consent · report by Marie-Agnes Strack-Zimmermann, Borys Budka · consent procedure · voted 13:24 · A-10-2026-0144 · 2025/0413

Consent · consent procedure · voted 13:11

The Council proposed amending the European Electoral Act to allow MEPs who are pregnant or have recently given birth to vote by proxy in plenary sessions. Parliament gave its consent to this draft Council decision, which adds rules on delegation conditions and detailed arrangements. The reform will enter into force after approval by member states according to their constitutional requirements.

Consent · report by Juan Fernando López Aguilar · consent procedure · voted 13:14 · A-10-2026-0123 · 2025/0900

The agreement allows airlines to transfer passenger name record (PNR) data to Icelandic authorities to prevent, detect, investigate and prosecute terrorism and serious crime. Parliament gave its consent, enabling the Council to conclude the agreement with Iceland. The agreement sets rules on data processing, storage, use and retention, with safeguards for privacy and oversight.

Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 14:29 · A-10-2026-0072 · 2025/0156

The European Parliament voted on a Council decision to approve amendments to the International Cocoa Agreement, which aims to strengthen the global cocoa sector and promote sustainable development. Parliament gave its consent to the amendments, allowing the Council to adopt the decision and the amended agreement to enter into force. The amendments include making the agreement indefinite, aligning it with Sustainable Development Goals, and adding objectives on living income for farmers.

Consent · report by Bernd Lange · consent procedure · voted 14:29 · A-10-2026-0074 · 2025/0283

Parliament gave its consent to the EU's air transport agreements with the US, Iceland, and Norway. The agreements liberalise market access, capacity, pricing, and routes between the US and EU aviation markets, and include social and environmental provisions. The agreements have delivered significant benefits for passengers and expanded long-haul connectivity.

Consent · report by Johan Danielsson · consent procedure · voted 14:30 · A-10-2026-0068 · 2011/0102

The agreement allows airlines to transfer passenger name record (PNR) data between the EU and Norway to prevent, detect, investigate and prosecute terrorist offences and serious crime. Parliament gave its consent, meaning the agreement can enter into force and close a security gap in the Schengen area. Parliament instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the governments and parliaments of the member states and Norway.

Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 14:30 · A-10-2026-0071 · 2025/0145

Parliament gave its consent to the proposal for a Council regulation setting the EU's multiannual budget for 2028-2034. This consent means the Council can now adopt the regulation, which outlines spending priorities for the period. The resolution accompanying the consent sets out Parliament's position for negotiations with the Council.

Consent · report by Siegfried Mureşan, Carla Tavares · consent procedure · 150 ballots · voted 13:13 · A-10-2026-0105 · 2025/0571R

Other · voted 13:08

Parliament gave its consent to the EU concluding the UN Convention on the International Effects of Judicial Sales of Ships, also known as the Beijing Convention. The Convention sets common rules so that a court-ordered sale of a ship in one country is recognized in others, giving the buyer full title free of mortgages and liens. It also requires deregistration or transfer of the ship's registration and stops seizure for pre-existing claims. The rapporteur's report notes concerns about national sovereignty and possible 'regulation shopping', suggesting safeguards like public-interest exceptions and court review.

Consent · report by Ton Diepeveen · consent procedure · voted 11:38 · A-10-2026-0049 · 2025/0233

The agreement modifies tariff rate quotas in the EU Schedule CLXXV, following the United Kingdom's withdrawal from the European Union, as negotiated with China under WTO rules. Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of the agreement, allowing it to enter into force. The changes affect quotas for garlic and processed poultry meat, among others, and align with agreements with other WTO partners.

Consent · report by Jérémy Decerle · consent procedure · voted 11:38 · A-10-2026-0026 · 2023/0183

The European Parliament gave its consent to the EU-Lebanon agreement updating scientific and technological cooperation, allowing Lebanon to keep taking part in the PRIMA partnership for research and innovation in the Mediterranean area. PRIMA focuses on water management, farming systems and the food value chain, and Lebanon has been one of its participating states since 2018. The agreement supports wider EU-Lebanon cooperation priorities such as economic recovery and innovation.

Consent · report by Borys Budka · consent procedure · voted 11:38 · A-10-2026-0029 · 2024/0324

The Council of Europe Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law is the first international legally binding treaty specifically devoted to AI governance. Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of the Convention, meaning the EU can now formally join it. The Convention sets obligations to ensure AI systems respect human rights, democracy and the rule of law throughout their lifecycle.

Consent · report by José Cepeda, Paulo Cunha · consent procedure · voted 12:49 · A-10-2026-0007 · 2025/0136

The agreement allows Europol and Ecuadorian authorities to exchange personal data to fight serious crime and terrorism, with data protection safeguards. Parliament gave its consent to the agreement, meaning the EU can conclude it. The agreement builds on existing cooperation and aims to improve security in Europe and Latin America.

Consent · report by Matthieu Valet · consent procedure · voted 12:52 · A-10-2026-0028 · 2025/0120

Consent · consent procedure · voted 12:20

The agreement sets rules for European Border and Coast Guard Agency operations in Bosnia and Herzegovina, including possible deployment of border management teams with executive powers. Parliament gave its consent, allowing the agreement to be concluded. Parliament asks the Agency to promptly inform it about implementation activities and to assess third-country cooperation in annual reports.

Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 12:50 · A-10-2025-0248 · 2024/0305

Consent · consent procedure · voted 12:50

The agreement sets out the terms for Jordan's participation in the Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA), amending the EU-Jordan scientific cooperation agreement. Parliament gave its consent, allowing Jordan to remain fully engaged in the partnership until 2031 under the updated Horizon Europe framework. The decision ensures continuity of cooperation on shared challenges like water management and farming systems.

Consent · report by Paolo Borchia · consent procedure · voted 12:27 · A-10-2025-0228 · 2024/0178

Other · voted 12:24

The European Parliament voted on the draft Council decision to conclude the Digital Trade Agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Singapore. Parliament gave its consent to the agreement, which sets binding rules for digital trade, including cross-border data flows, bans on customs duties for electronic transmissions, and protections for source code and personal data. The agreement is the EU's first stand-alone digital trade pact with a partner country and aims to boost legal certainty and consumer trust while preserving the right to regulate.

Consent · report by Svenja Hahn · consent procedure · voted 11:55 · A-10-2025-0187 · 2025/0009

The European Parliament approved the new EU–Côte d’Ivoire fisheries protocol for 2025–2029, which sets annual EU contributions of €740,000 for access and sectoral support. This consent allows EU vessels, mainly from Spain, Portugal and France, to fish tuna in Ivorian waters under the agreed terms. The protocol aims to promote sustainable fishing and includes measures to combat illegal fishing and support local communities.

Consent · report by Ton Diepeveen · consent procedure · voted 13:53 · A-10-2025-0159 · 2025/0046

The European Union plans to leave the International Rubber Study Group, an organisation focused on rubber matters. Parliament gave its consent to this withdrawal, meaning the EU can proceed with leaving the group. Parliament will inform the Council, the Commission, member states, and the group's secretariat of its decision.

Consent · report by Bernd Lange · consent procedure · voted 13:54 · A-10-2025-0186 · 2017/0159

Parliament approved the EU's agreement to let Vanuatu join the trade deal between the EU and Pacific States, which sets joint rules and boosts trade. The consent means Vanuatu becomes part of the pact, replacing its previous duty-free access under the Everything But Arms scheme for poorer countries. Parliament will tell the Council, Commission, and member states, plus Vanuatu's government, about its decision.

Consent · report by Dariusz Joński · consent procedure · voted 14:21 · A-10-2025-0141 · 2025/0055

The European Parliament voted on renewing the EU-India Agreement for scientific and technological cooperation, which covers areas like clean energy, health, AI, and sustainable development. Parliament gave its consent to the renewal, meaning the agreement will continue for another five years with the same substance as before. The renewal extends the existing framework without creating new rights or obligations for the EU.

Consent · report by Borys Budka · consent procedure · voted 14:21 · A-10-2025-0145 · 2025/0066

Parliament gave its consent to the EU-Switzerland Cooperation Agreement on the European Satellite Navigation Programmes. The agreement covers cooperation between the EU, its member states, and Switzerland on these programmes. Parliament's consent means the Council can now conclude the agreement.

Consent · report by Borys Budka · consent procedure · voted 14:22 · A-10-2025-0146 · 2012/0231

This agreement lets Europol and Brazil's Federal Police exchange personal and non-personal data to fight serious crime and terrorism, with safeguards for privacy and fundamental rights. Parliament gave its consent, so the agreement can now be concluded. Parliament's position will be sent to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of member states and Brazil.

Consent · report by Nikola Bartůšek · consent procedure · voted 13:51 · A-10-2025-0142 · 2024/0321

Parliament voted on the EU-Kyrgyz Republic Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, which sets the framework for bilateral relations. MEPs gave their consent to the agreement, meaning the EU can conclude it. Parliament instructed its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of the member states and the Kyrgyz Republic.

Consent · report by Nacho Sánchez Amor · consent procedure · voted 13:52 · A-10-2025-0105 · 2022/0184

Parliament approved the EU's new six-year fisheries agreement with Greenland and Denmark, covering access for EU vessels to fish species like cod and redfish in Greenlandic waters. The EU will pay an annual financial contribution of EUR 17,296,857, including support for Greenland's fisheries policy, and vessel owners will pay additional fees. Parliament's consent means the agreement can enter into force, replacing the previous protocol that expires in April 2025. The agreement includes provisions for sustainable fishing, scientific cooperation, and monitoring, with a focus on addressing overfishing and data gaps.

Consent · report by Emma Fourreau · consent procedure · voted 13:36 · A-10-2025-0099 · 2024/0263

Parliament gave its consent to the agreement amending the EU-Ukraine road freight agreement of 29 June 2022. The consent means the agreement can be concluded on behalf of the Union. Parliament instructed its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of the member states and Ukraine.

Consent · report by Elissavet Vozemberg-Vrionidi · consent procedure · voted 13:43 · A-10-2025-0102 · 2024/0290

The European Parliament gave its consent to the termination of the Voluntary Partnership Agreement between the EU and Cameroon on forest law enforcement, governance and trade in timber. This means the agreement, which aimed to ensure the legality of timber exports to the EU, will end. Parliament's decision follows the Council's request and the agreement's failure to be fully implemented.

Consent · report by Karin Karlsbro · consent procedure · voted 13:44 · A-10-2025-0089 · 2024/0245

The International Health Regulations are the main international law for notifying disease outbreaks and defining rights and obligations in cross-border health emergencies. Parliament gave its consent to the Council decision inviting member states to accept amendments to these regulations, adopted on 1 June 2024. The amendments introduce a "pandemic emergency", temporary recommendations, and a coordinating financial mechanism, among other changes.

Consent · committee report · consent procedure · voted 13:14 · A-10-2025-0064 · 2024/0299

Parliament approved agreements setting up EU financial mechanisms with Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway for May 2021 to April 2028, plus additional protocols on fish trade with Norway and Iceland. Consent means the EU can conclude these deals, which provide €3.268 billion for economic and social cohesion in the European Economic Area. MEPs also asked the Commission to address imbalances in the EU fishing sector related to the Norway protocol.

Consent · report by Željana Zovko · consent procedure · voted 13:27 · A-10-2025-0036 · 2024/0052

Parliament approved the EU's five-year fisheries agreement with Guinea-Bissau, allowing EU vessels to fish in its waters for tuna, cephalopods, shrimps and demersal species. The deal includes an EU contribution of €85 million over five years, with €4.5 million per year for sustainable fisheries management and support to local communities. Parliament's consent means the protocol can be concluded, and it asks the Commission to keep it informed on implementation and renewal.

Consent · report by Eric Sargiacomo · consent procedure · voted 13:29 · A-10-2025-0028 · 2024/0159

The agreement aims to enhance judicial cooperation between Eurojust, the EU agency for criminal justice cooperation, and Bosnia and Herzegovina's authorities to fight serious cross-border crime, including terrorism and organised crime. Parliament gave its consent to the agreement, allowing the transfer of personal data between Eurojust and Bosnia and Herzegovina's authorities, with safeguards for privacy and data protection. The consent means the Council can now conclude the agreement on behalf of the EU.

Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 13:30 · A-10-2025-0027 · 2024/0167

The EU and Norway agreed to adjust tariff-rate quotas in the EU's WTO schedule following the UK's withdrawal from the EU, modifying shares for pig meat and skimmed-milk powder. Parliament gave its consent to the agreement, allowing the Council to adopt the decision and the agreement to enter into force. The consent follows negotiations under WTO rules and a recommendation from Parliament's committees.

Consent · committee report · consent procedure · voted 12:03 · A-10-2025-0017 · 2023/0341

The European Parliament voted on the agreement between Canada and the EU on transferring and processing Passenger Name Record (PNR) data. Parliament gave its consent, meaning the EU can conclude the agreement with Canada. The agreement sets rules for sharing PNR data to help fight serious crime and terrorism, with safeguards for privacy and data rights.

Consent · committee report · consent procedure · voted 12:06 · A-10-2025-0013 · 2024/0051

The European Parliament voted on renewing the EU-Ukraine science and technology cooperation agreement for another five years. Parliament gave its consent, meaning the agreement can be extended without changes to its content. The renewal continues cooperation in areas like advanced materials, IT, physics, and biotechnology.

Consent · committee report · consent procedure · voted 12:43 · A-10-2025-0007 · 2024/0240

The European Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of a protocol implementing the Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the EU and Cabo Verde for 2024-2029. The protocol allows EU vessels to fish for tuna and related species in Cabo Verde's waters, with an EU financial contribution of 780,000 euros per year. Parliament's consent means the Council can now adopt the decision to conclude the agreement.

Consent · committee report · consent procedure · voted 12:43 · A-10-2025-0004 · 2024/0133

The European Parliament voted to approve an agreement between the EU and Bangladesh on certain aspects of air services. This gives Parliament's consent, allowing any EU airline to fly between Bangladesh and seven EU member states under the agreement. The agreement aims to restore legal certainty and promote competition on air routes between the EU and Bangladesh.

Consent · committee report · consent procedure · voted 12:43 · A-10-2025-0005 · 2015/0188

The agreement lets the European Border and Coast Guard Agency run joint operations and deploy its standing corps in Serbia, including at borders with non-EU neighbours. Parliament gave its consent, so the agreement can now be concluded by the Council. Parliament asks the Agency to promptly inform it of activities under the agreement and to assess such cooperation in annual reports.

Consent · report by Karlo Ressler · consent procedure · voted 12:28 · A-10-2024-0027 · 2024/0074

The European Parliament voted on the accession of Tonga to the Interim Partnership Agreement between the European Community and the Pacific States. Parliament gave its consent, allowing Tonga to join the agreement, which aims to facilitate its economic growth through regional and global trade integration. The decision will be forwarded to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of the member states and Tonga.

Consent · report by Dariusz Joński · consent procedure · voted 12:20 · A-10-2024-0023 · 2024/0048

The vote concerns the accession of Niue to the Interim Partnership Agreement between the European Community and the Pacific States, which would grant Niue full duty-free and quota-free access to the EU market. Parliament gave its consent to Niue's accession, thereby approving the agreement. The accession is expected to support Niue's sustainable economic growth and benefit trade relations with the EU.

Consent · report by Dariusz Joński · consent procedure · voted 12:21 · A-10-2024-0024 · 2024/0010

Parliament gave its consent to the EU concluding the UN Convention on Transparency in Treaty-based Investor-State Arbitration. The Convention increases public access to documents and hearings in investor-state disputes and lets civil society participate. It applies transparency rules to older investment treaties, covering about 1,200 agreements involving EU member states. Ratification is a first step towards broader reform of investment dispute settlement, including a Multilateral Investment Court.

Consent · report by Anna Cavazzini · consent procedure · voted 12:21 · A-10-2024-0021 · 2015/0012

The European Parliament voted on the accession of Tuvalu to the Interim Partnership Agreement between the EU and Pacific States. Parliament gave its consent, allowing Tuvalu to join the agreement. This maintains Tuvalu's duty-free access to the EU market after it graduates from Least Developed Country status.

Consent · report by Dariusz Joński · consent procedure · voted 12:22 · A-10-2024-0025 · 2023/0456

Other · voted 12:24

The draft decision concerns an agreement between the European Union and the United States on security procedures for launching Galileo satellites from U.S. territory. Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of this agreement, meaning the EU can proceed with it. Parliament instructed its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of member states and the U.S.

Consent · report by Borys Budka · consent procedure · voted 13:13 · A-10-2024-0001 · 2024/0046