Sittings

Simplification of intra-EU transfers of defence-related products and simplification of security and defence procurement (Omnibus V)

Economy & single marketDefence & security

New laws · report by Pekka Toveri, Anna-Maja Henriksson · 1st reading · 7 ballots · voted 14:11 · A-10-2025-0275 · 2025/0177

Acceleration of permit-granting for defence readiness projects (Omnibus V)

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed regulation to speed up the granting of permits for defence readiness projects. This is Parliament's first reading position, and it usually needs to agree with the Council before the law is final. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter to Parliament again if it replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal. Parliament instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the national parliaments.

Economy & single marketDefence & security

New laws · report by Lucia Yar, Henrik Dahl · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 14:11 · A-10-2025-0271 · 2025/0172

Defence readiness and facilitating defence investments and conditions for the defence industry (Omnibus V)

✦ AI Parliament set out its position on a proposed regulation that amends several existing EU laws on chemicals so as to remove regulatory and administrative burdens for defence readiness and speed up approval and authorisation procedures for the defence industry. Parliament adopted its position at first reading, which means MEPs have agreed where Parliament stands on the proposal; it usually needs to agree with the Council before a law is final. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter to Parliament again if it replaces, substantially amends or intends to substantially amend its proposal, and instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the national parliaments.

Foreign affairsDefence & securityEconomy & single market

New laws · report by Sven Mikser, Pierfrancesco Maran, Aura Salla · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 14:12 · A-10-2025-0273 · 2025/0176

EU-Switzerland Agreement on the transfer of passenger name record (PNR) data for the prevention, detection, investigation and prosecution of terrorist offences and serious crime

✦ AI The draft Council decision would approve an agreement between the European Union and the Swiss Confederation on transferring Passenger Name Record (PNR) data to prevent, detect, investigate and prosecute terrorist offences and serious crime. Parliament gave its consent to concluding the agreement, so the agreement can go ahead. Parliament instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the governments and parliaments of the member states and of the Swiss Confederation.

Foreign affairsDigital, AI & dataJustice, rule of law & rights

Consent · report by Jaroslav Bžoch · consent procedure · voted 14:18 · A-10-2026-0204 · 2025/0343

EU-Iceland Agreement on the participation of Iceland in GOVSATCOM and in the Union Secure Connectivity Programme

✦ AI The text concerns an agreement between the European Union and Iceland setting out the rules for Iceland's participation in the GOVSATCOM component of the Union Space Programme and in the Union Secure Connectivity Programme, and for access to their governmental services. Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of the agreement, which means the agreement can go ahead. Parliament instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the governments and parliaments of the member states and of Iceland.

Digital, AI & dataForeign affairs

Consent · report by Paolo Borchia · consent procedure · voted 14:19 · A-10-2026-0207 · 2025/0351

EU-Norway Agreement on the participation of Norway in GOVSATCOM and in the Union Secure Connectivity Programme

✦ AI The agreement sets out rules for Norway to take part in the GOVSATCOM component of the Union Space Programme and in the Union Secure Connectivity Programme, and for access to their governmental services. Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of the agreement, which means it approves the agreement as a whole; under this procedure no amendments are possible. Parliament instructs its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission and the governments and parliaments of the member states and of Norway.

Digital, AI & dataForeign affairs

Consent · report by Paolo Borchia · consent procedure · voted 14:20 · A-10-2026-0208 · 2025/0352

Establishment of the digital euro

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to establish a digital euro, a central bank digital currency for retail payments by consumers and businesses. The digital euro would complement cash and offer a sovereign, secure and accessible pan-European payment option, reducing reliance on non-European providers. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.

Economy & single marketDigital, AI & data

New laws · report by Fernando Navarrete Rojas · 1st reading · voted 13:19 · A-10-2026-0185 · 2023/0212

Temporary derogation from the ePrivacy directive

Digital, AI & dataJustice, rule of law & rights

New laws · 2nd reading · 28 ballots · voted 13:21

Provision of digital euro services by payment services providers incorporated in Member States whose currency is not the euro and amending Regulation (EU) 2021/1230 of the European Parliament and the Council

✦ AI The proposed law sets rules for payment service providers based in EU member states that do not use the euro to offer digital euro services, amending a 2021 regulation. Parliament adopted its position on the proposal, meaning it supports the draft regulation as amended. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes the proposal, and forwards its position to the Council, Commission, and national parliaments.

Economy & single marketDigital, AI & data

New laws · committee report · 1st reading · A-10-2026-0183 · 2023/0211

EU-Morocco Agreement for scientific and technological cooperation setting out the terms and conditions for the participation of Morocco in the Partnership for Research and Innovation in the Mediterranean Area (PRIMA): amendment and supplement

✦ AI Parliament gave its consent to the EU-Morocco agreement updating Morocco's participation in the PRIMA research partnership, aligning it with Horizon Europe rules until 2031. The agreement continues scientific cooperation on water, farming and food challenges in the Mediterranean, with no extra budget beyond existing PRIMA funding. Parliament asks the Commission to monitor the agreement's implementation, especially agricultural imports, to ensure reciprocity and safeguards for EU producers.

Foreign affairs

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

Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

Genetically modified maize DP202216 x NK603 x DAS-40278-9 and its sub-combinations DP 202216 x NK603, DP202216 x DAS-40278-9

✦ AI Parliament objected to a Commission decision that would have authorised selling food and feed made from genetically modified maize DP202216 x NK603 x DAS-40278-9 and its sub-combinations. The objection passed, so the Commission measure is blocked and the maize cannot be placed on the market in the EU. Parliament cited concerns about herbicide tolerance, safety uncertainties, and missing long-term studies.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

Objections · motion for a resolution · 3 ballots · voted 13:59 · B-10-2026-0336 · 2026/2746

Temporary derogation from certain provisions of the ePrivacy Directive to combat online child sexual abuse

Digital, AI & dataJustice, rule of law & rights

New laws · 2nd reading · voted 13:29

Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

financing of the annual action plan in favour of the United Republic of Tanzania for 2026

✦ AI Parliament objected to the Commission's plan to finance the 2026 annual action plan for Tanzania, blocking the measure. MEPs argued the draft decision exceeds the Commission's implementing powers and is inconsistent with EU law. They also said the plan fails to address Parliament's earlier concerns about human rights and accountability in Tanzania. Parliament called on the Commission to withdraw the draft and submit a new one that protects basic services, human rights, democracy and civil society.

Foreign affairsEU budget & funds

Objections · motion for a resolution · B-10-2026-0273 · 2026/2749

Common system for the return of third-country nationals staying illegally in the Union (Return Regulation)

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law setting up a common system for returning third-country nationals staying illegally in the Union. The law replaces existing directives and aims to make return procedures simpler, faster, and more effective across member states. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.

Migration & asylum

New laws · report by Malik Azmani · 1st reading · 6 ballots · voted 13:50 · A-10-2026-0048 · 2025/0059

Structure and rates of excise duty applied to tobacco and tobacco related products (recast)

✦ AI The proposal sets EU-wide minimum excise duty rates for tobacco and extends rules to novel tobacco-related products. Parliament rejected the proposal, meaning it will not proceed in its current form. The report had proposed gradual rate increases, differentiated treatment by product risk, and a longer transition period.

Economy & single marketHealth

New laws · report by Tomáš Kubín · consultation · 16 ballots · voted 13:55 · A-10-2026-0161 · 2025/0580

General arrangements for excise duty applied to tobacco and tobacco related products

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law updating excise duty rules for tobacco and related products, including novel items. The adopted text backs a gradual rise in minimum tax rates, adjusts how rates are calculated, and extends the transition period to end-2032. Parliament asks the Commission to revise its proposal accordingly and the Council to consult it again if major changes are planned.

Economy & single marketHealth

New laws · report by Tomáš Kubín · consultation · 4 ballots · voted 14:00 · A-10-2026-0160 · 2025/0581

Hague Convention (1980) on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction: accession of Cabo Verde

✦ AI The proposal authorises EU member states to accept, in the Union's interest, Cabo Verde's accession to the 1980 Hague Convention on international child abduction. Parliament approved the authorisation, meaning member states can now accept the accession, making the Convention effective in cases involving the EU and Cabo Verde. Parliament forwards its position to the Council, the Commission, member states' governments and parliaments, and the Hague Conference's Permanent Bureau.

Foreign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

New laws · report by Ilhan Kyuchyuk · consultation · voted 14:03 · A-10-2026-0157 · 2026/0041

EU–Liberia Voluntary Partnership Agreement on forest law enforcement, governance and trade in timber products: termination

✦ AI The European Parliament gave its consent to the termination of the Voluntary Partnership Agreement between the EU and Liberia on forest law enforcement, governance and trade in timber products. The agreement, which entered into force on 1 December 2013, is being terminated because Liberia has not been able to honour its commitments. Parliament's consent means the Council can proceed with the termination.

Climate & environmentForeign affairsTrade & customs

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

Simplification of the implementation of harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (Digital Omnibus on AI)

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to simplify the implementation of harmonised rules on artificial intelligence, known as the Digital Omnibus on AI. The text amends the AI Act and the EASA Basic Regulation to make implementation and enforcement simpler, effective and uniform. Parliament supports postponing the application date, with a set timeline of 2 December 2027 for Annex III systems and 2 August 2028 for Annex I systems. It also introduces targeted adjustments on AI literacy, data processing for bias detection, notified bodies, cybersecurity and sandboxes.

Digital, AI & dataEconomy & single market

New laws · report by Arba Kokalari, Michael McNamara · 1st reading · 20 ballots · voted 13:35 · A-10-2026-0073 · 2025/0359

United Nations Convention against Cybercrime

✦ AI 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 of serious crimes. The consent means the EU can now ratify the convention, which the rapporteur recommends as an important tool for cooperation while stressing the need to apply its safeguards to protect fundamental rights.

Justice, rule of law & rightsDigital, AI & data

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

EC-São Tomé and Príncipe Fisheries Partnership Agreement (2025–2029): Implementing Protocol

✦ AI Parliament gave its consent to the new four-year protocol implementing the EU–São Tomé and Príncipe fisheries partnership agreement for 2025–2029. The protocol allows EU vessels to fish tuna and other migratory species in São Tomé and Príncipe waters, with an annual EU financial contribution of €825,000. It also supports sustainable fisheries management and local communities in São Tomé and Príncipe.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesForeign affairs

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

EU-Iceland agreement on transfer of passenger name record (PNR) data to prevent, detect, investigate and prosecute terrorist offences and serious crime

✦ AI The agreement lets airlines transfer passenger name record (PNR) data to Icelandic authorities to prevent and fight terrorism and serious crime. Parliament gave its consent, allowing the Council to conclude the EU-Iceland agreement. The deal sets rules for processing, storage, and retention, with safeguards for privacy and oversight.

Foreign affairsDigital, AI & dataJustice, rule of law & rights

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

EU-Norway Agreement on transfer of passenger name record (PNR) data for the prevention, detection, investigation and prosecution of terrorist offences and serious crime

✦ AI The agreement lets airlines transfer passenger name record (PNR) data between the EU and Norway to prevent and fight terrorism and serious crime. Parliament gave its consent, so the agreement can now be concluded. Parliament asks its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of member states and Norway.

Digital, AI & dataJustice, rule of law & rights

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

Common system for the return of third-country nationals staying illegally in the Union (Return Regulation)

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law setting up a common system for returning third-country nationals staying illegally in the Union. The law would replace existing EU rules on returns and introduce a single procedure for return and readmission across member states. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.

Migration & asylum

New laws · report by Malik Azmani · 1st reading · voted 11:06 · A-10-2026-0048 · 2025/0059

Simplification of the implementation of harmonised rules on artificial intelligence (Digital Omnibus on AI)

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to simplify how harmonised rules on artificial intelligence are implemented, amending the AI Act and the EASA Basic Regulation. The position postpones the application date for certain AI systems to 2 December 2027 for Annex III and 2 August 2028 for Annex I, replacing the Commission's proposed link to a decision. It also includes targeted adjustments on AI literacy, data processing for bias detection, notified bodies, cybersecurity, and sandboxes. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

Digital, AI & dataEconomy & single market

New laws · report by Arba Kokalari, Michael McNamara · 1st reading · 55 ballots · voted 11:30 · A-10-2026-0073 · 2025/0359

Council of Europe Framework Convention on Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law

✦ AI 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 on AI governance, covering the entire AI lifecycle. Parliament gave its consent to the EU concluding this Convention, meaning the EU can now ratify it. The Convention requires parties to ensure AI systems respect human rights, democracy, and the rule of law, with measures like risk assessments and transparency.

Justice, rule of law & rightsDigital, AI & data

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

EU-Ecuador Agreement: cooperation between Europol and the Ecuadorian authorities competent for combating serious crime and terrorism

✦ AI The agreement allows Europol and Ecuadorian authorities to exchange personal data to fight serious crime and terrorism, with safeguards for privacy and fundamental rights. Parliament gave its consent, so the European Union can conclude the agreement with Ecuador. Parliament asks its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of the member states and Ecuador.

Digital, AI & dataForeign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

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

Establishing an EU talent pool

✦ AI The EU talent pool is a proposed EU-wide platform to match jobseekers from non-EU countries with employers in the Union. Parliament adopted its position on the law, backing the proposal with amendments. The position calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.

Migration & asylumJobs, social affairs & equality

New laws · report by Abir Al-Sahlani · 1st reading · 56 ballots · voted 13:14 · A-10-2025-0045 · 2023/0404

Establishment of a list of safe countries of origin at Union level

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to create a Union-level list of safe countries of origin for asylum procedures. The law would designate certain countries as safe, allowing faster processing of asylum applications from those countries. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

Migration & asylum

New laws · report by Alessandro Ciriani · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 12:57 · A-10-2025-0259 · 2025/0101

Application of the ‘safe third country’ concept

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to amend the rules on applying the 'safe third country' concept in asylum procedures. The proposal makes the connection between an applicant and a third country optional and removes the automatic suspensive effect of appeals, while preserving judicial protection. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal, and forwards its position to the Council and national parliaments.

Migration & asylum

New laws · report by Lena Düpont · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 12:58 · A-10-2025-0255 · 2025/0132

EU-Bosnia and Herzegovina Agreement on operational activities carried out by the European Border and Coast Guard Agency in Bosnia and Herzegovina

✦ AI The agreement allows the European Border and Coast Guard Agency to carry out operational activities in Bosnia and Herzegovina, including deploying border management teams with executive powers. Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of the agreement, meaning the EU can now finalize it. Parliament asks the Agency to promptly inform it of activities under the agreement and to include assessments of third-country cooperation in its annual reports.

Foreign affairsMigration & asylum

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

Framework for strengthening the availability and security of supply of critical medicinal products as well as the availability of, and accessibility of, medicinal products of common interest

✦ AI The proposal aims to strengthen the availability and security of supply of critical medicinal products in the EU. Parliament adopted its position on the proposed law, which includes amendments to boost EU manufacturing and improve coordination among member states. The position also calls for better use of existing data tools and involvement of stakeholders across the supply chain.

Economy & single marketHealth

New laws · report by Tomislav Sokol · 1st reading · 43 ballots · voted 12:43 · A-10-2025-0272 · 2025/0102

Application of the ‘safe third country’ concept

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law amending the rules on the 'safe third country' concept in asylum procedures. The law aims to make the concept's application more flexible and consistent across member states, including by making the 'connection' requirement optional and changing appeal rules. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

Migration & asylum

New laws · report by Lena Düpont · 1st reading · voted 12:22 · A-10-2025-0255 · 2025/0132

Establishment of a list of safe countries of origin at Union level

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law establishing a Union-level list of safe countries of origin, amending the Asylum Procedure Regulation. The list would designate certain countries as safe, allowing accelerated or border procedures for asylum applications from those countries. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

Migration & asylum

New laws · report by Alessandro Ciriani · 1st reading · voted 12:23 · A-10-2025-0259 · 2025/0101

European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC)

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed Council regulation amending the rules of the European High Performance Computing Joint Undertaking (EuroHPC). The regulation aims to support setting up and operating AI Gigafactories in Europe, which are large-scale facilities for developing frontier AI models. Parliament approved the Commission proposal as amended and calls on the Commission to alter its proposal accordingly.

Digital, AI & dataEconomy & single market

New laws · report by Borys Budka · consultation · voted 12:27 · A-10-2025-0241 · 2025/0229

Incentivising defence-related investments in the EU budget to implement the ReArm Europe Plan

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a law to incentivise defence-related investments in the EU budget, implementing the ReArm Europe Plan. The law amends several EU funding programmes to support defence technologies, dual-use research, and military mobility, without creating new instruments. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

Economy & single marketDefence & securityEU budget & funds

New laws · report by Rihards Kols · 1st reading · 6 ballots · voted 13:07 · A-10-2025-0172 · 2025/0103

Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

Genetically modified maize NK603

✦ AI Parliament objected to a Commission plan to renew the authorisation of genetically modified maize NK603, which is tolerant to glyphosate, for use in food, feed and other products, excluding cultivation. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the renewal cannot go ahead. Parliament called on the Commission to withdraw its decision and not to renew the authorisation, citing concerns about long-term impacts on biodiversity, food safety, farmers' livelihoods and animal health.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 13:14 · B-10-2025-0562 · 2025/2958

Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

Financing of the 2025 action plan for Tanzania

✦ AI Parliament objected to the Commission's draft decision financing the 2025 action plan for Tanzania, citing concerns over democratic and human rights deficiencies. The objection was adopted, blocking the Commission measure from going ahead. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft and submit a new proposal that addresses these concerns without harming funding for NGOs and civil society.

Foreign affairs

Objections · motion for a resolution · B-10-2025-0505 · 2025/2979

European Defence Industry Programme and a framework of measures to ensure the timely availability and supply of defence products (‘EDIP’)

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to set up the European Defence Industry Programme (EDIP) and measures to ensure timely supply of defence products. The programme aims to strengthen Europe's defence industry and support Ukraine's defence industry, with funding from the EU budget. Parliament's position includes amendments to the Commission's proposal, such as increasing funding and redirecting resources from the SAFE instrument. The next step is for Parliament to negotiate with the Council before the law can be finalised.

Economy & single marketForeign affairsDefence & security

New laws · report by Raphaël Glucksmann, François-Xavier Bellamy · 1st reading · 12 ballots · voted 12:28 · A-10-2025-0084 · 2024/0061

Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

Genetically modified maize DAS1131

✦ AI The European Parliament adopted a resolution objecting to the Commission's draft decision authorising the placing on the market of products containing genetically modified maize DAS1131. The objection blocks the Commission measure, meaning the maize cannot be authorised for sale in the EU under this procedure. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw its draft decision and not to authorise the maize, citing insufficient evidence on long-term impacts.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:58 · B-10-2025-0489 · 2025/2893

Digital Trade Agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Singapore

✦ AI The European Parliament gave its consent to the EU-Singapore Digital Trade Agreement, which sets binding rules for digital trade between the two parties. The agreement facilitates cross-border data flows, bans customs duties on electronic transmissions, and protects consumers online, while respecting privacy and data protection rights. Parliament's approval means the Council can now conclude the agreement, which is the EU's first standalone digital trade pact with a partner country.

Foreign affairsTrade & customsDigital, AI & data

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

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

InvestEU Fund strategic investments in the field of defence

✦ AI The Commission delegated regulation of 28 August 2025 broadens the definition of eligible strategic investments under the InvestEU Fund to include more defence technologies and products for military use, and extends eligibility to entities in associated countries or controlled by non-associated countries under certain conditions. Parliament rejected the objection, so the Commission measure goes ahead and the expanded defence investment rules will apply. Parliament had asked the Commission to refrain from using delegated acts to change InvestEU's scope and to submit any further changes as a legislative proposal under the ordinary legislative procedure.

Economy & single marketDefence & securityEU budget & funds

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 13:04 · B-10-2025-0456 · 2025/2846

General Data Protection Regulation: additional procedural rules relating to the enforcement of the Regulation

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed regulation laying down additional procedural rules for enforcing the General Data Protection Regulation. The rules aim to streamline cross-border procedures, clarify rights of parties, and introduce deadlines for legal certainty. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

Digital, AI & dataJustice, rule of law & rights

New laws · report by Markéta Gregorová · 1st reading · voted 13:21 · A-9-2024-0045 · 2023/0202

EC-Côte d’Ivoire Fisheries Partnership Agreement – Protocol on the implementation of the Agreement for 2025-2029

✦ AI The European Parliament gave its consent to the conclusion of the Protocol (2025–2029) implementing the Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the EU and Côte d’Ivoire. The Protocol sets an annual EU contribution of €740,000, with €305,000 for access rights and €435,000 for sectoral support, and authorizes 25 tuna purse seiners and 7 surface longliners to fish in Côte d’Ivoire’s waters. It aims to ensure sustainable tuna fishing in line with ICCAT rules and to support local fisheries development, including measures against illegal fishing.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesForeign affairs

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

Objection under Rule 115(2) and (3) · implementing measure

Genetically modified maize DP51291

✦ AI Parliament objected to a Commission draft decision that would have authorised selling food and feed made from genetically modified maize DP51291 in the EU. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the maize cannot be marketed in the Union. MEPs cited concerns about the maize's complex engineering, possible allergens, and the herbicide glufosinate linked to it.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesHealth

Objections · motion for a resolution · 2 ballots · voted 14:03 · B-10-2025-0407 · 2025/2807

Revision of the Visa Suspension Mechanism

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law revising the EU's visa suspension mechanism, which allows temporarily suspending visa-free travel for third countries. The revision adds new suspension grounds, such as hybrid threats and investor citizenship schemes, and extends suspension periods. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

Migration & asylumForeign affairs

New laws · report by Matjaž Nemec · 1st reading · voted 13:25 · A-10-2025-0035 · 2023/0371

EU-Switzerland Cooperation Agreement: European Satellite Navigation Programmes

✦ AI The European Parliament voted on a draft Council decision to conclude a cooperation agreement between the EU and Switzerland on European satellite navigation programmes. Parliament gave its consent to the agreement, meaning the EU can now conclude it with Switzerland. Parliament instructed its President to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of the member states and Switzerland.

Digital, AI & dataForeign affairs

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

EU-Brazil Agreement: cooperation with and through Europol and the Federal Police of Brazil

✦ AI The agreement sets up cooperation between Europol and Brazil's Federal Police, allowing the transfer of personal and non-personal data to fight serious crime and terrorism. Parliament gave its consent, meaning the EU can conclude the agreement with Brazil. The agreement includes safeguards for human rights, privacy, and data protection, as confirmed by the European Data Protection Supervisor.

Digital, AI & dataForeign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

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

Amending Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 as regards obligations of economic operators concerning battery due diligence policies

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law that would amend EU rules on battery due diligence policies for economic operators. The position takes over the Commission's proposal, meaning Parliament agrees with the proposed changes. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it makes substantial changes, and will forward its position to the Council, Commission, and national parliaments.

Climate & environmentHealthEconomy & single market

New laws · report by Antonio Decaro · 1st reading · 9 ballots · voted 13:10 · A-10-2025-0134 · 2025/0129

Temporary derogation from certain provisions of Regulations (EU) 2017/2226 and (EU) 2016/399

✦ AI The European Parliament adopted its position on a regulation allowing a progressive start of operations for the Entry/Exit System (EES), a database registering entries and exits of third-country nationals at Schengen borders. The regulation temporarily derogates from certain rules to let member states phase in the EES over 180 days, instead of requiring a full simultaneous launch at all border points. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal, and instructs its President to forward the position to the Council, Commission, and national parliaments.

Migration & asylum

New laws · report by Assita Kanko · 1st reading · voted 13:36 · A-10-2025-0082 · 2024/0315

Macro-financial assistance to Egypt

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law to provide macro-financial assistance to Egypt in the form of loans. The assistance aims to help Egypt address its external financing needs and support structural reforms, with disbursements tied to progress on human rights, democracy and the rule of law. Parliament calls on the Commission to keep it informed and to involve it in negotiating the memorandum of understanding with Egypt.

Foreign affairs

New laws · report by Céline Imart · 1st reading · 5 ballots · voted 13:03 · A-10-2025-0037 · 2024/0071

Combating the sexual abuse and sexual exploitation of children and child sexual abuse material and replacing Council Framework Decision 2004/68/JHA (recast)

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU directive to combat child sexual abuse and exploitation, updating rules on defining offences and supporting victims. The directive aims to harmonise criminal law across member states, addressing crimes like child sexual abuse material and grooming, and to improve detection and reporting of online abuse. Parliament calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal, and will forward its position to the Council and national parliaments.

Justice, rule of law & rightsDigital, AI & data

New laws · report by Jeroen Lenaers · 1st reading · 35 ballots · voted 13:37 · A-10-2025-0097 · 2024/0035

Termination of the Voluntary Partnership Agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Cameroon on forest law enforcement governance and trade in timber and derived products to the Union

✦ AI 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 and derived products. This means the agreement, which entered into force in 2011 and was tacitly renewable, will expire on 30 November 2025. Parliament's consent follows the Council's request and the committee's recommendation, and its position will be forwarded to the Council, the Commission, and the governments and parliaments of member states and Cameroon.

Climate & environmentForeign affairsTrade & customs

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

Amendments to the International Health Regulations contained in the Annex to Resolution WHA77.17 and adopted on 1 June 2024

✦ AI Parliament gave its consent to the Council decision inviting member states to accept, in the interest of the European Union, amendments to the International Health Regulations (2005). The amendments, adopted on 1 June 2024, introduce a "pandemic emergency" as the highest global alert level and issue non-binding Temporary Recommendations to guide countries. They also strengthen cooperation and set up a coordinating financial mechanism for building core capacities. The decision does not create additional financial obligations for member states, who remain responsible for their health policy.

Health

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

Establishing an EU talent pool

✦ AI The EU talent pool is a proposed EU-wide platform to match jobseekers from non-EU countries with employers in the Union. Parliament adopted its position on the law, backing the proposal with amendments. The position calls on the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.

Migration & asylumJobs, social affairs & equality

New laws · report by Abir Al-Sahlani · 1st reading · voted 13:09 · A-10-2025-0045 · 2023/0404

Protocol on the Implementation of the Fisheries Partnership Agreement between the European Community and the Republic of Guinea-Bissau (2024-2029)

✦ AI Parliament gave its consent to the EU's conclusion of a new protocol to the fisheries agreement with Guinea-Bissau for 2024-2029. The protocol lets EU vessels fish for tuna, cephalopods, shrimps and demersal species in Guinea-Bissau waters. The EU will contribute €85 million over five years, with €4.5 million per year for sustainable fisheries management and local communities. Parliament also asks the Commission to keep it fully informed on the protocol's implementation and renewal.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesForeign affairs

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

Macro-financial assistance to Egypt

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to provide macro-financial assistance to Egypt in the form of loans, as part of a broader partnership package. The assistance aims to help Egypt address its external financing needs and support structural reforms, with disbursements tied to conditions on human rights, democracy and the rule of law. Parliament calls on the Commission to keep it informed and to involve it in negotiating the memorandum of understanding with Egypt.

Foreign affairs

New laws · report by Céline Imart · 1st reading · 41 ballots · voted 13:18 · A-10-2025-0037 · 2024/0071

European Defence Industry Programme and a framework of measures to ensure the timely availability and supply of defence products (‘EDIP’)

Defence & securityEconomy & single market

New laws · 1st reading

Agreement between Canada and the European Union on the transfer and processing of Passenger Name Record (PNR) data

✦ AI The agreement sets rules for transferring and processing airline passenger name record data between Canada and the EU to fight serious crime and terrorism. Parliament gave its consent to the agreement, meaning the EU can conclude it. Parliament asks that the agreement be applied with strict safeguards for fundamental rights, as recommended by the European Data Protection Supervisor.

Digital, AI & dataForeign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

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

VAT: rules for the digital age

✦ AI Parliament approved the Council's draft directive updating EU value-added tax (VAT) rules for the digital age. The directive introduces real-time digital reporting based on e-invoicing, updates VAT rules for the platform economy, and creates a single VAT registration for cross-border sales to consumers. Parliament asks the Council to notify it if the Council intends to depart from the approved text and to consult Parliament again on any substantial amendments.

Economy & single marketDigital, AI & data

New laws · report by Ľudovít Ódor · consultation · voted 12:07 · A-10-2025-0001 · 2022/0407