Sittings

The role of social, economic and environmental standards in safeguarding fair competition for all aquatic food products and improving food security

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the role of social, economic and environmental standards in safeguarding fair competition for all aquatic food products and improving food security. The text sets out Parliament's position that aquatic food products entering the EU should meet the same or equivalent standards required of EU fishers and producers, to avoid unfair competition and artificially lowered prices. It also calls for stronger customs controls in ports and airports, full use of the eCatch system for traceability, and registration of all imports of fisheries products from non-cooperative countries. Parliament asks for a stamp assuring equivalent conditions to European Quality Schemes for imported products, and for greater autonomy for the outermost regions in the European Maritime, Fisheries and Aquaculture Fund, including re-establishing POSEI – Fisheries.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesEconomy & single marketTrade & customs

Resolutions · report by Paulo do Nascimento Cabral · voted 13:26 · A-10-2026-0205 · 2025/2010

Evaluation of the Common Fisheries Policy and follow-up

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the evaluation of the Common Fisheries Policy and its follow-up, welcoming the Commission's evaluation of the policy. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, meaning it confirms the policy remains fit for purpose and that full implementation by member states is needed to address the challenges faced. Parliament also welcomes the aim of the forthcoming Ocean Act to bring all ocean-related targets together in one legislative act.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 27 ballots · voted 13:26 · B-10-2026-0388 · 2026/2778

Implementation and delivery of the Sustainable Development Goals in view of the 2026 High-Level Political Forum

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on implementing the Sustainable Development Goals ahead of the 2026 High-Level Political Forum. The text stresses the need to accelerate progress, particularly on water, energy, and other goals under review, and calls for stronger global partnerships. MEPs also highlight the importance of human rights, good governance, and closing the financing gap to achieve the goals by 2030.

Climate & environmentForeign affairs

Resolutions · report by Lukas Mandl, Pierfrancesco Maran · 8 ballots · voted 13:59 · A-10-2026-0187 · 2025/2248

Implementation of the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive (UWWTD) and risks to the security of supply of medicines

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on implementing the Urban Wastewater Treatment Directive and risks to medicine supply security. It supports the directive's environmental goals but worries that higher-than-expected costs and the polluter-pays scheme could hurt medicine availability and EU manufacturing. MEPs ask the Commission to run an independent study by early 2027 and to suspend the extended producer responsibility rules until its findings are assessed.

Climate & environmentHealth

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 25 ballots · voted 13:15 · B-10-2026-0282 · 2026/2652

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

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution backing the termination of the EU–Liberia Voluntary Partnership Agreement on timber trade, which aims to combat illegal logging. The agreement, in force since 2013, has not achieved its core objective as Liberia's licensing scheme is not operational. Parliament supports ending the agreement and encourages the Commission to assist Liberia in meeting EU timber regulations and preparing for the deforestation regulation.

Climate & environmentForeign affairsTrade & customs

Resolutions · report by Karin Karlsbro · voted 13:54 · A-10-2026-0146 · 2025/0259M

Recommendation on promoting transnational governance on water in the interests of conflict prevention and peace

✦ AI Parliament adopted a recommendation urging the EU to promote transnational water governance as a tool for conflict prevention and peace. The text calls for stronger EU external action, including political dialogue, mediation, and support for transboundary water cooperation. It also asks for better funding and coordination of existing instruments, and for water diplomacy to be a priority in EU foreign policy.

Climate & environmentForeign affairs

Resolutions · report by Leoluca Orlando · 8 ballots · voted 14:33 · A-10-2026-0150 · 2025/2216

The multiannual plan for the Baltic Sea and ways forward

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the multiannual plan for the Baltic Sea, calling for urgent action to address the sea's critical state and proposing changes to fisheries management. The resolution sets out immediate actions within current rules, steps to improve scientific advice, and a new management approach requiring legal changes to the Baltic MAP. Parliament's position is that the existing plan has failed to restore fish stocks and that a reset of the ecosystem is needed, with a focus on low-impact fishing for human consumption.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesClimate & environment

Resolutions · report by Isabella Lövin · 54 ballots · voted 13:38 · A-10-2026-0121 · 2024/2127

The impact of the implementation of the Maritime Spatial Planning Directive 2014/89/EU on fisheries in selected fishing areas and sea basins

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on how the Maritime Spatial Planning Directive affects fisheries in selected fishing areas and sea basins. The text finds uneven implementation, limited benefits for fisheries, and calls for better stakeholder engagement, data, and cross-border cooperation. MEPs ask the Commission to revise the directive through the forthcoming Ocean Act and to set binding targets.

Climate & environmentAgriculture, food & fisheries

Resolutions · report by Stéphanie Yon-Courtin · 8 ballots · voted 13:24 · A-10-2026-0120 · 2024/2126

How to secure a sustainable future for the EU livestock sector in light of the need to ensure food security, farmers’ resilience and the challenges posed by animal diseases?

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on securing a sustainable future for the EU livestock sector, addressing food security, farmers' resilience, and animal diseases. The text calls for tailored policies, maintaining the CAP budget, and promoting grassland-based systems, while rejecting one-size-fits-all livestock reduction strategies. It urges science-based policymaking, improved disease monitoring, and reciprocity in trade agreements to protect EU standards.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

Resolutions · report by Carlo Fidanza · 38 ballots · voted 13:21 · A-10-2026-0088 · 2025/2053

The role of ocean diplomacy for the competitiveness of EU fisheries and aquaculture

✦ AI The resolution addresses the role of ocean diplomacy in boosting the competitiveness of EU fisheries and aquaculture. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, endorsing a call for the EU to lead international ocean governance and strengthen cooperation with partners. It also asks for measures to ensure fair competition and sustainable management of fish stocks.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

Resolutions · report by Željana Zovko · 7 ballots · voted 14:26 · A-10-2026-0043 · 2025/2054

Enhancing connectivity, preserving cultural heritage and driving local excellence in European tourism – destination management and regional tourism growth

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on enhancing connectivity, preserving cultural heritage, and driving local excellence in European tourism, focusing on destination management and regional tourism growth. The resolution calls for a coherent EU tourism strategy, improved transport connectivity, support for sustainable destination management, and measures to address challenges like overtourism and short-term rentals. It also emphasizes the role of cultural heritage, digital tools, and skills development in making tourism more sustainable and inclusive.

Transport & tourism

Resolutions · report by Daniel Attard · voted 14:32 · A-10-2026-0078 · 2025/2120

Fisheries management approaches for safeguarding sensitive species, tackling invasive species and benefiting local economies

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on fisheries management approaches for safeguarding sensitive species, tackling invasive alien species, and benefiting local economies. The text urges the Commission and member states to prioritise conservation of sensitive species through robust fisheries management and full implementation of marine protected area goals. It calls for improved monitoring and harmonised indicators for marine invasive alien species, and for financial support for protection and early warning systems.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesClimate & environment

Resolutions · report by André Franqueira Rodrigues · 10 ballots · voted 14:11 · A-10-2026-0018 · 2025/2011

Motion of censure on the Commission

✦ AI The motion sought to censure the Commission over its handling of the EU-Mercosur trade agreement and agricultural policy. Parliament rejected the motion, meaning the Commission keeps its position and no further action follows from this text. The motion's supporters argued the Commission bypassed parliaments and harmed European farmers.

Trade & customsAgriculture, food & fisheries

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · voted 12:02 · B-10-2026-0063 · 2026/2002