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Mass kidnapping of children in Nigeria, including from St Mary’s Catholic School in Papiri

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the mass kidnapping of children in Nigeria, including the attack on St Mary's Catholic School in Papiri. The text calls for the immediate and unconditional release of all students and staff still held captive. It urges Nigerian authorities to ensure security, uphold human rights, tackle impunity, and combat terrorist groups. Parliament also asks the EU and its member states to raise these concerns in dialogue with Nigeria.

Foreign affairs

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 14 ballots · voted 12:04 · B-10-2025-0584 · 2025/3029

Grave political situation in Guinea-Bissau after the coup of 26 November

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution condemning the military coup in Guinea-Bissau on 26 November 2025 and the interruption of the electoral process. It calls for the immediate release of Domingos Simões Pereira and all detainees, and for the publication of the election results from 23 November. Parliament urges a swift return to constitutional order, lifting restrictions on independent media, and structural reforms, especially of the security sector. The resolution will be forwarded to the Council, the Commission, the EU's foreign policy chief, member states, ECOWAS, the African Union, the CPLP, and Guinea-Bissau's authorities.

Foreign affairs

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 10 ballots · voted 12:07 · B-10-2025-0586 · 2025/3027

Implementation of the rule of law conditionality regime

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the implementation of the rule of law conditionality regime, which protects the EU budget from breaches of the rule of law in member states. The text assesses the application of the mechanism since 2021, focusing on transparency, scope, guidelines, deterrence, and Parliament's scrutiny role. The resolution was adopted as Parliament's official position, with a large majority.

EU institutions & ParliamentJustice, rule of law & rightsEU budget & funds

Resolutions · report by Jean-Marc Germain, Monika Hohlmeier · 26 ballots · voted 12:09 · A-10-2025-0240 · 2025/2061

Decarbonisation and modernisation of EU fisheries, and the development and deployment of fishing gear

✦ AI The European Parliament adopted a resolution on decarbonising and modernising EU fisheries and on developing and deploying fishing gear. The text calls for a balanced transition that reflects realities at sea, supports innovation from within the sector, and avoids disproportionate impacts on fishers. It urges the European Commission to revise outdated rules, improve access to funding, and establish clear definitions and faster approval for innovative fishing gear.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesClimate & environment

Resolutions · report by Ton Diepeveen · 8 ballots · voted 12:18 · A-10-2025-0236 · 2024/2123

Deforestation Regulation: certain obligations of operators and traders

Climate & environmentAgriculture, food & fisheries

New laws · 1st reading · 2 ballots · voted 12:25

European Citizens’ Initiative ‘My voice, my choice: for safe and accessible abortion’

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution backing the European citizens' initiative 'My Voice, My Choice: For Safe and Accessible Abortion'. The resolution calls for EU legislation to create a financial mechanism helping member states that voluntarily join it to provide safe abortion care. Parliament's position is that access to safe, universally accessible and legal abortion is a fundamental right.

HealthJobs, social affairs & equality

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 53 ballots · voted 12:37 · B-10-2025-0558 · 2025/3007

Bilateral safeguard clause of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement and the EU-Mercosur Interim Trade Agreement for agricultural products

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law implementing the bilateral safeguard clause of the EU-Mercosur Partnership Agreement and the Interim Trade Agreement for agricultural products. The law aims to protect sensitive EU agricultural sectors by allowing swift, proportionate measures when imports from Mercosur countries cause or threaten serious injury to EU producers. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal, and to forward its position to the Council, the Commission, and national parliaments.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesForeign affairsTrade & customs

New laws · report by Gabriel Mato · 1st reading · 70 ballots · voted 12:46 · A-10-2025-0254 · 2025/0322

Amending certain CAP Regulations as regards the conditionality system, types of intervention in the form of direct payment, types of intervention in certain sectors and rural development and annual performance reports, data and interoperability governance, suspensions of payments annual performance clearance and controls and penalties

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to amend EU rules on agricultural subsidies, rural development, and related controls and penalties. The amendments cover conditionality, direct payments, sector interventions, and annual performance reporting, as well as data governance and payment suspensions. 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.

EU budget & fundsAgriculture, food & fisheries

New laws · report by André Rodrigues · 1st reading · voted 13:08 · A-10-2025-0164 · 2025/0236

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

Genetically modified sugar beet KWS20-1

✦ AI Parliament objected to a Commission draft decision that would authorise selling food, food ingredients and feed made from genetically modified sugar beet KWS20-1 in the EU. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the authorisation cannot go ahead. Parliament asks the Commission to withdraw its implementing decision.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 13:15 · B-10-2025-0559 · 2025/2959

Post-election killings and the deteriorating human rights situation in Tanzania, including the case of imprisoned opposition leader Tundu Lissu

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the post-election killings and the deteriorating human rights situation in Tanzania, including the case of imprisoned opposition leader Tundu Lissu. The resolution calls for the immediate and unconditional release of Tundu Lissu and for the Tanzanian government to cease repression, violence, and extrajudicial measures against opposition, protesters, civil society, and church officials. It also urges the release of all arbitrarily detained individuals and calls for inclusive dialogue to ensure full democratic participation of opposition parties.

Foreign affairs

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 8 ballots · voted 12:03 · B-10-2025-0530 · 2025/2990

Rule of law and human rights situation in Tunisia, particularly the case of Sonia Dahmani

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the rule of law and human rights situation in Tunisia, focusing on the case of journalist and lawyer Sonia Dahmani, held in prison since 11 May 2024. The text calls for the release of all arbitrarily detained individuals, including Sonia Dahmani, and for Tunisia to ensure independent media and journalist safety. It also supports bans on the burqa in public places since 2019 and urges social dialogue and action on challenges like the cost-of-living crisis and migration. The resolution will be forwarded to the Council, Commission, and Tunisian authorities.

Foreign affairs

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 12 ballots · voted 12:05 · B-10-2025-0522 · 2025/2988

Escalation of the war and the humanitarian catastrophe in Sudan

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution condemning grave violations of international humanitarian law and human rights by both warring parties in Sudan. It demands an immediate ceasefire, safe humanitarian corridors, and unimpeded access for aid workers, and calls for investigations into atrocity crimes. The text also urges protection for civilians, especially women and children, and accountability for perpetrators.

Foreign affairs

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 38 ballots · voted 12:28 · B-10-2025-0533 · 2025/2984

Deforestation Regulation: certain obligations of operators and traders

Climate & environmentAgriculture, food & fisheries

New laws · 1st reading · 91 ballots · voted 12:12

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

amending Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/2429 as regards origin labelling for fruit and vegetables originating in the non-self-governing territory of Western Sahara

✦ AI The Commission proposed a delegated regulation on origin labelling for fruit and vegetables from Western Sahara, a non-self-governing territory distinct from Morocco. Parliament rejected the objection to this measure, so the Commission's regulation will go ahead. The resolution had objected that the labelling could mislead consumers about the true origin, contrary to EU food information rules.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesEconomy & single marketTrade & customs

Objections · motion for a resolution · 10 ballots · voted 12:51 · B-10-2025-0506 · 2025/2943

Enhancing police cooperation in relation to the prevention, detection and investigation of migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings; enhancing Europol’s support to preventing and combating such crimes

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to step up police cooperation against migrant smuggling and trafficking in human beings and to strengthen Europol's support in fighting these crimes. The law would make Europol a central hub for criminal information and create a European Centre Against Migrant Smuggling inside the agency, with member states setting up dedicated national structures. Parliament also backed extra funding and 50 new posts for Europol, while asking the Commission to clarify how staff and money would be moved from other programmes.

Justice, rule of law & rights

New laws · report by Jeroen Lenaers · 1st reading · 7 ballots · voted 12:28 · A-10-2025-0109 · 2023/0438

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

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

Genetically modified cotton MON 88913

✦ AI The European Parliament objected to the Commission's draft decision renewing the authorisation of genetically modified cotton MON 88913 for products containing, consisting of, or produced from it. The objection was adopted, blocking the Commission measure, so the renewal authorisation does not go ahead. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft decision and not to renew the authorisation, citing concerns about herbicide use, biodiversity, and insufficient long-term safety evidence. It also asks the Commission to propose reforming the decision-making procedure for genetically modified organisms.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:59 · B-10-2025-0492 · 2025/2894

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

Genetically modified oilseed rape MON 88302

✦ AI Parliament objected to the Commission's draft decision renewing the authorisation of genetically modified oilseed rape MON 88302 for products containing or produced from it. The objection was adopted, blocking the Commission measure and preventing the renewal from taking effect. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw its draft decision and not to renew the authorisation, citing concerns about gene flow, environmental persistence, and herbicide use.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:59 · B-10-2025-0490 · 2025/2895

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

Genetically modified soybean MON 87708

✦ AI The European Parliament voted to block the Commission's draft decision renewing the authorisation for genetically modified soybean MON 87708, which is tolerant to the herbicide dicamba. The objection was adopted, meaning the Commission measure is blocked and the authorisation cannot be renewed as proposed. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft decision and not to renew the authorisation, citing risks from dicamba use and environmental impacts. It also asks the Commission to propose a reform of the decision-making procedure for genetically modified organisms.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 12:59 · B-10-2025-0493 · 2025/2896

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

Genetically modified maize MON 87427

✦ AI Parliament objected to the Commission's draft decision renewing the authorisation of genetically modified maize MON 87427 for food, feed, and other uses except cultivation. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the authorisation renewal cannot go ahead. Parliament calls on the Commission to withdraw the draft decision and not to renew the authorisation, citing risks from glyphosate use and insufficient long-term evidence. It also asks the Commission to propose reforming the GMO decision-making procedure to address Parliament's objections and the lack of qualified majority among member states.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 13:00 · B-10-2025-0491 · 2025/2897

Existence of a clear risk of a serious breach by Hungary of the values on which the Union is founded

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution stating that Hungary poses a clear risk of seriously breaching the EU's founding values, including democracy, the rule of law, and fundamental rights. The text updates Parliament's earlier findings and lists twelve problem areas, such as judicial independence, corruption, media freedom, and minority rights. Parliament calls on the Council to act on its Article 7(1) procedure and urges the Commission to use all available tools to address the situation.

Justice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · report by Tineke Strik · 43 ballots · voted 12:31 · A-10-2025-0231 · 2018/0902R

Ensuring faster registration and uptake of biological control agents

✦ AI The text addresses the need to accelerate the authorisation process for biological plant protection products in the EU. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, calling for a harmonised framework with a clear EU-wide definition of biological control and tailored risk-assessment methods. It also asks for better use of mutual recognition between member states and adequate resources for EFSA and national authorities.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

Resolutions · report by Alexander Bernhuber, Anna Strolenberg · 3 ballots · voted 12:42 · A-10-2025-0234 · 2025/2086

Decision to maintain the action before the Court of Justice for the annulment of the decision of the Commission on the withdrawal of the Standard essential patents proposal

Digital, AI & dataJustice, rule of law & rightsEconomy & single market

Other · voted 12:24

Renewing the EU-Africa partnership: building common priorities ahead of the Angola Summit

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution setting out its priorities for the EU-Africa partnership ahead of the EU-African Union summit in Luanda, Angola, on 24 and 25 November 2025. The text calls for making the fight against illegal migration a priority, negotiating readmission agreements with African Union member states, and linking development funds to cooperation on returns. It also demands that the EU's Strategic Partnership with South Africa be conditional on ending discrimination against the Boer minority and compensating victims. Parliament asks the Commission and Council to act on these points and forwards the resolution to EU institutions, member states, the UN, and the African Union.

Foreign affairsMigration & asylum

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 77 ballots · voted 13:09 · B-10-2025-0474 · 2025/2933

Polarisation and increased repression in Serbia, one year after the Novi Sad tragedy

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the polarisation and increased repression in Serbia, one year after the Novi Sad railway station tragedy that killed 16 people. The text condemns violence against protesters, unlawful surveillance, and the conduct of certain security unit members, and calls on Serbian authorities to ensure transparency in projects involving foreign state-owned companies. It also rejects allegations of EU involvement in protests and stresses Serbia's need to uphold fundamental rights and freedoms as an EU candidate country. Parliament asks its President to forward the resolution to the Council, the Commission, member states' governments and parliaments, and Serbia's government and parliament.

Foreign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 22 ballots · voted 15:05 · B-10-2025-0468 · 2025/2917

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

Monitoring framework for resilient European forests

✦ AI Parliament voted on a proposed EU law to set up a monitoring framework for resilient European forests. It rejected the Commission's proposal and called on the Commission to withdraw it. Parliament will forward its position to the Council, the Commission and national parliaments.

Climate & environmentAgriculture, food & fisheries

New laws · report by Emma Wiesner, Eric Sargiacomo · 1st reading · 11 ballots · voted 13:25 · A-10-2025-0176 · 2023/0413

Standing Forest and Forestry Expert Group

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to update the rules for the Standing Forestry Committee, which advises the Commission on forestry matters. The adopted text includes amendments to the committee's tasks and structure, aiming to improve its functioning. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially changes its proposal, and will forward its position to the Council and national parliaments.

Climate & environmentEU institutions & ParliamentAgriculture, food & fisheries

New laws · report by Emma Wiesner, Pekka Toveri · 1st reading · 12 ballots · voted 13:30 · A-10-2025-0175 · 2023/0410

Amending certain CAP regulations as regards the conditionality system, types of intervention in the form of direct payment, types of intervention in certain sectors and rural development and annual performance reports, data and interoperability governance, suspensions of payments annual performance clearance and controls and penalties

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposal to amend EU rules on farm funding, covering conditionality, direct payments, rural development, and payment controls. The changes aim to simplify the common agricultural policy and make data sharing and payment suspensions more efficient. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

EU budget & fundsAgriculture, food & fisheries

New laws · report by André Rodrigues · 1st reading · 28 ballots · voted 13:40 · A-10-2025-0164 · 2025/0236

Strengthening of the position of farmers in the food supply chain

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed law to strengthen farmers' position in the food supply chain. The law amends EU regulations to improve farmers' bargaining power, for example by clarifying terms like 'fair' and 'equitable' and defining 'short supply chain'. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends the proposal.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesEconomy & single market

New laws · report by Céline Imart · 1st reading · 45 ballots · voted 13:45 · A-10-2025-0161 · 2024/0319

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

Case of Victoire Ingabire in Rwanda

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the case of Victoire Ingabire, a Rwandan opposition leader arrested in June 2025 on subversion charges. The text calls for her immediate release and that of other Dalfa-Umurinzi members and journalists held on abusive charges. It urges the EU and member states to raise the crackdown on political opposition with Rwanda and to halt cooperation on critical raw materials until Rwanda stops interfering in the DRC. Parliament also asks the Commission to suspend financial support to Rwandan justice institutions involved in human rights violations.

Foreign affairs

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 12 ballots · voted 13:13 · B-10-2025-0393 · 2025/2861

Insolvency proceedings: replacing Annexes A and B

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed regulation updating the annexes of the EU law on cross-border insolvency proceedings. The annexes list the national procedures covered by the regulation, and the update reflects changes in member states' laws. Parliament asks the Commission to consult it again if the proposal is substantially amended.

Justice, rule of law & rights

New laws · report by Ilhan Kyuchyuk · 1st reading · voted 14:20 · A-10-2025-0127 · 2025/0023

Extension of the timeframe for the establishment of the Eurojust case management system

✦ AI The European Parliament adopted its position on a proposed regulation to extend the timeframe for setting up the Eurojust case management system. The position takes over the Commission proposal, meaning Parliament agrees to the extension as proposed. Parliament asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it makes substantial changes, and instructs its President to forward the position to the Council, Commission, and national parliaments.

Justice, rule of law & rights

New laws · report by Javier Zarzalejos · 1st reading · voted 14:21 · A-10-2025-0152 · 2025/0074

Future of agriculture and the post-2027 common agricultural policy

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution setting out its position on the future of agriculture and the post-2027 common agricultural policy (CAP). The text calls for a revised CAP focused on competitiveness, resilience, and food security, with a larger budget and support for farmers. It also asks for measures on generational renewal, water management, and reducing dependence on protein imports.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

Resolutions · report by Carmen Crespo Díaz · 15 ballots · voted 14:26 · A-10-2025-0143 · 2025/2052

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

Arbitrary arrest and torture of Belgian-Portuguese researcher Joseph Figueira Martin in the Central African Republic

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the arbitrary arrest and torture of Belgian-Portuguese researcher Joseph Figueira Martin in the Central African Republic. It demands his immediate and unconditional release and insists that any judicial proceedings comply with due process guarantees. It urges the Central African Republic to allow immediate medical evacuation and access to legal representation and consular assistance. It calls on the EU's foreign policy chief to step up diplomatic efforts with Belgian and Portuguese authorities to secure his release.

Foreign affairs

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 6 ballots · voted 13:06 · B-10-2025-0334 · 2025/2797

Amending Regulation (EU) No 1026/2012 on certain measures for the purpose of the conservation of fish stocks in relation to countries allowing non-sustainable fishing

✦ AI The regulation updates EU rules on measures against countries allowing non-sustainable fishing, aiming to strengthen sustainable fish stock management. Parliament adopted its position on the proposed law, endorsing amendments to improve accountability and the role of regional fisheries management organisations. The amendments also introduce a definition of "best available scientific advice" and aim to counter unreasonable demands from third countries.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesForeign affairs

New laws · report by Thomas Bajada · 1st reading · voted 13:21 · A-10-2025-0070 · 2024/0224

Objection under Rule 114(3) · delegated act

amending Delegated Regulation (EU) 2016/1675 to add certain countries to the list of high-risk third countries, and to remove other countries from that list

✦ AI The Commission proposed updating the EU list of high-risk third countries for money laundering and terrorist financing, adding ten countries and removing eight, including Gibraltar. Parliament rejected the objection to this delegated regulation, so the Commission's measure goes ahead as planned. The resolution had asked the Commission to keep Gibraltar on the list and to submit a new act, but that request has no effect now.

Economy & single marketJustice, rule of law & rights

Objections · motion for a resolution · 20 ballots · voted 13:16 · B-10-2025-0311 · 2025/2740

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

Deforestation Regulation - list of countries presenting a low or high risk

✦ AI Parliament objected to the Commission's list of countries with low or high deforestation risk for products sold in the EU, arguing the data is outdated and the method flawed. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and cannot take effect. Parliament calls for a more accurate, transparent and flexible risk classification, including a possible fourth 'negligible risk' category.

Climate & environmentEconomy & single marketAgriculture, food & fisheries

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 13:18 · B-10-2025-0321 · 2025/2739

EU-Greenland and Denmark Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement: Implementing Protocol 2025-2030

✦ AI Parliament gave its consent to the EU-Greenland and Denmark Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement's Implementing Protocol for 2025-2030, which allows EU vessels to fish in Greenlandic waters for species like cod and Northern prawn. In return, the EU pays an annual financial contribution of EUR 17 296 857, covering access rights and support for Greenland's fisheries policy. The protocol also includes provisions on fishing opportunities, bycatch, scientific cooperation, and monitoring, with a term of six years.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesForeign affairs

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

EU-Greenland and Denmark Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement: Implementing Protocol 2025-2030 (Resolution)

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the EU-Greenland and Denmark Sustainable Fisheries Partnership Agreement's implementing protocol for 2025-2030, which sets fishing opportunities for EU vessels in Greenlandic waters in exchange for a financial contribution. The resolution backs the protocol, making it Parliament's official position, and stresses the need to follow scientific advice, improve data collection, and protect marine ecosystems. Parliament also calls for increased support for coastal fishing communities and stronger regional fisheries governance.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesForeign affairs

Resolutions · report by Emma Fourreau · 12 ballots · voted 13:38 · A-10-2025-0103 · 2024/0263M

Welfare of dogs and cats and their traceability

✦ AI The European Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law setting common rules for the welfare of dogs and cats and their traceability. The law would cover breeding, selling, and sheltering establishments, and would require identification and registration of animals. Parliament's position includes a ban on selling dogs and cats in pet shops and stricter rules for imports. The position now goes to the Council for negotiation before the law can be finalised.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

New laws · report by Veronika Vrecionová · 1st reading · 78 ballots · voted 13:07 · A-10-2025-0104 · 2023/0447

Dissolution of political parties and the crackdown on the opposition in Mali

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the dissolution of political parties and the crackdown on the opposition in Mali, following a decree by the military transitional authority on 13 May 2025. The adopted text encourages the military authority to restart dialogue with political forces and calls on the EU to reconnect with Mali's rulers to tackle challenges. Parliament also asks the EU to address instability spillover from the central Sahel and warns that the crisis may fuel mass emigration.

Foreign affairs

Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 18 ballots · voted 13:03 · B-10-2025-0292 · 2025/2754

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

The Commission’s 2024 Rule of Law report

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the Commission's 2024 Rule of Law Report, which assesses the rule of law situation in EU member states. The resolution calls for protecting media freedom, civil society, judicial independence, and fundamental rights, including sexual and reproductive rights. It also urges the Commission to act as guardian of the treaties and defend democracy, the rule of law, and fundamental rights across the Union.

Justice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · report by Ana Catarina Mendes · 50 ballots · voted 13:17 · A-10-2025-0100 · 2024/2078

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

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 Parliament adopted a resolution backing the termination of the EU-Cameroon Voluntary Partnership Agreement on forest law enforcement, governance and trade in timber. The agreement, in force since 2011, aimed to ensure all Cameroonian timber exports to the EU are legal, but Cameroon has not fully set up the required legality assurance system. Parliament's position supports ending the agreement, as Cameroon has not met its obligations and forest governance has worsened.

Climate & environmentTrade & customsForeign affairs

Resolutions · report by Karin Karlsbro · voted 13:44 · A-10-2025-0094 · 2024/0245M

Modification of customs duties applicable to imports of certain goods originating in or exported from the Russian Federation and the Republic of Belarus

✦ AI Parliament adopted its position on a proposed EU law to modify customs duties on certain goods imported from Russia and Belarus. The law aims to reduce EU dependence on Russian fertilisers and other agricultural imports, with tariff increases phased in over three years. Parliament also asks the Commission to refer the matter back if it substantially amends its proposal.

Trade & customsEconomy & single marketAgriculture, food & fisheries

New laws · report by Inese Vaidere · 1st reading · 6 ballots · voted 12:16 · A-10-2025-0087 · 2025/0021

Granting equivalence to Moldova and Ukraine for field inspections and seed production

✦ AI The proposal updates EU rules on recognising field inspections and seed production in Moldova and Ukraine as equivalent to EU standards. Parliament adopted its position, supporting the Commission's proposal with two technical amendments on inspections. The amendments aim to ensure products entering the single market fully comply with EU production requirements.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesEconomy & single market

New laws · report by Veronika Vrecionová · 1st reading · 5 ballots · voted 12:18 · A-10-2025-0043 · 2024/0027

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

genetically modified soybean MON 87705 × MON 87708 × MON 89788

✦ AI Parliament objected to a Commission draft decision that would authorise selling products made from genetically modified soybean MON 87705 × MON 87708 × MON 89788, which is tolerant to glyphosate and dicamba herbicides and has an altered fatty acid profile. The objection was adopted, so the Commission measure is blocked and the soybean cannot be placed on the market in the EU. Parliament cited concerns about the lack of a full assessment of the complementary herbicides and their effects on health and the environment.

Agriculture, food & fisheries

Objections · motion for a resolution · voted 13:51 · B-10-2025-0244 · 2025/2647

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

Protection of the European Union’s financial interests – combating fraud – annual report 2023

✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the Commission's 2023 annual report on protecting the EU's financial interests and fighting fraud. The resolution calls for strengthening and modernising the EU's anti-fraud architecture, including better coordination with the European Public Prosecutor's Office and adapting to new technologies like AI. It also stresses the need to improve recovery of undue payments and to enhance cooperation among EU bodies and national authorities.

EU budget & fundsJustice, rule of law & rights

Resolutions · committee report · 33 ballots · voted 13:16 · A-10-2025-0049 · 2024/2083

Granting equivalence with EU requirements to Moldova and Ukraine as regards field inspections and production of seed

✦ AI The proposal updates EU rules on recognising field inspections and seed production in Moldova and Ukraine as equivalent to EU standards for certain crops. Parliament adopted its position supporting the proposal, with two technical amendments on inspections to ensure long-term compliance with EU production requirements. The Council and Parliament must now agree before the law is finalised.

Agriculture, food & fisheriesEconomy & single marketForeign affairs

New laws · report by Veronika Vrecionová · 1st reading · voted 13:10 · A-10-2025-0043 · 2024/0027

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

EU-Bosnia and Herzegovina Agreement: cooperation between Eurojust and the authorities of Bosnia and Herzegovina competent for judicial cooperation in criminal matters

✦ AI The agreement enhances judicial cooperation between Eurojust and Bosnia and Herzegovina's authorities to combat serious crime, including organised crime and terrorism. Parliament gave its consent, allowing the transfer of personal data between Eurojust and Bosnia and Herzegovina with privacy safeguards. Parliament forwards its position to the Council, the Commission, member states, and Bosnia and Herzegovina's authorities.

Foreign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

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