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1. Recommendation on EU-China political relations

   ✦ AI Parliament adopted a recommendation to the Council, the Commission and the High Representative on EU-China political relations, covering trade, human rights, Taiwan, Hong Kong and China's support for Russia. By adopting the text, Parliament set out its official position on how the EU should handle its relationship with China, describing Beijing as a partner, a competitor and a systemic rival at once. The text calls for a clear, united and realistic EU line on China, based on internal resilience and on cooperation only where it serves EU interests.

   Foreign affairs

   7 Oct 2026 · Resolutions · report by Hilde Vautmans · 78 ballots · voted 13:17 · A-10-2026-0237 · 2025/2117

   Adopted 454–86–110 · by a large majority
2. Deteriorating situation of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong following the recent arrest of bookseller Leticia Wong and the convictions of Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung

   ✦ AI This resolution concerns the situation of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong, following the arrest of bookseller Leticia Wong and the convictions of Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung. Parliament adopted the text as its official position, condemning the eradication of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong and the use of the 2020 National Security Law against journalism, publishing and peaceful political advocacy. Parliament calls for the repeal of the National Security Law and the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, and demands the release of those detained for exercising their fundamental rights. It also calls on the Council and the Commission to adopt targeted sanctions against those responsible for violations of fundamental freedoms in Hong Kong, and instructs its President to forward the resolution to the Commission, the Council, China and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

   Foreign affairsJustice, rule of law & rights

   17 Sept 2026 · Resolutions · joint motion · 7 ballots · voted 13:11 · RC-10-2026-0398 · 2026/2873

   Adopted 459–12–86 · by an overwhelming majority
3. Recommendation on the changing geopolitical situation in East Asia and the need for closer cooperation with like-minded partners in the region

   ✦ AI Parliament adopted a recommendation on the changing geopolitical situation in East Asia and the need for closer cooperation with like-minded partners in the region. The text calls for deeper EU engagement with Japan, the Republic of Korea and Taiwan on security, defence, economic resilience and emerging technologies. It also reaffirms the EU's commitment to peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait and rejects any unilateral change of the status quo.

   Foreign affairsDefence & security

   7 Jul 2026 · Resolutions · report by Adam Bielan · 13 ballots · voted 13:42 · A-10-2026-0189 · 2025/2169

   Adopted 542–37–79 · by an overwhelming majority
4. The cases of human rights and environmental defenders Andrie Yunus and Muhammad Rosidi in Indonesia

   ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the cases of Indonesian human rights defender Andrie Yunus and environmental activist Muhammad Rosidi, who were attacked with acid. It strongly condemns the attacks and calls on Indonesian authorities to investigate, prosecute those responsible, and protect the victims and their families. The resolution also notes Indonesia's efforts on human rights, welcomes progress on sexual offences, and encourages stronger anti-corruption measures. Parliament asks for the resolution to be forwarded to EU institutions and Indonesian authorities.

   Foreign affairs

   21 May 2026 · Resolutions · joint motion · 8 ballots · voted 13:37 · RC-10-2026-0248 · 2026/2738

   Adopted 469–38–62 · by an overwhelming majority
5. New Chinese law on ‘ethnic unity and progress’ and the intensified suppression of ethnic identities

   ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on China's new Law on Promoting Ethnic Unity and Progress, which it says risks legitimising forced assimilation under the guise of national unity and security. The text condemns forced Sinicisation, restrictions on minority languages, interference in cultural and religious life, and all forms of forced labour, urging China to repeal or amend the law. Parliament calls on the EU's diplomatic service and member states to raise these concerns in the next EU-China Human Rights Dialogue.

   Foreign affairsJobs, social affairs & equality

   30 Apr 2026 · Resolutions · joint motion · 9 ballots · voted 13:09 · RC-10-2026-0216 · 2026/2703

   Adopted 439–52–71 · by a large majority
6. EU-China Agreement: modification of concessions on all the tariff rate quotas included in the EU Schedule CLXXV

   ✦ AI This agreement adjusts EU import quotas for farm, fish and industrial goods after the UK left the EU, splitting the volumes between the EU and the UK. Parliament gave its consent, allowing the Council to adopt the decision and the agreement to enter into force. The deal with China covers 32 quotas with negotiating rights and 11 with consultation rights, with changes agreed for garlic and processed poultry meat.

   Trade & customsForeign affairsEconomy & single market

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

   Adopted 603–3–33 · by an overwhelming majority
7. Conviction and imminent sentencing of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong

   ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution condemning the conviction of Jimmy Lai, a British citizen and media entrepreneur in Hong Kong, and calling for his immediate release. The text also urges Hong Kong authorities to provide Lai with medical care and expresses concern about his solitary confinement. Parliament calls on member states to suspend extradition treaties with Hong Kong and China and to review the status of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices in Europe. The resolution will be forwarded to the EU institutions, China, and Hong Kong.

   Foreign affairs

   22 Jan 2026 · Resolutions · joint motion · 6 ballots · voted 12:05 · RC-10-2026-0068 · 2026/2573

   Adopted 503–9–100 · by an overwhelming majority
8. Political situation in Myanmar including the humanitarian crisis of the Rohingya

   ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the political situation in Myanmar, focusing on the humanitarian crisis of the Rohingya minority. The text condemns the military junta's violence, repression, and planned elections, and calls for humanitarian access and release of detained leaders. It urges the EU to increase diplomatic pressure with targeted sanctions and asks for accountability for abuses.

   Foreign affairs

   27 Nov 2025 · Resolutions · joint motion · 8 ballots · voted 12:34 · RC-10-2025-0508 · 2025/2986

   Adopted 519–3–57 · by an overwhelming majority
9. 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

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

   Adopted 515–93–33 · by an overwhelming majority
10. Opinion from the Court of Justice on the compatibility with the Treaties of the proposed Agreement on Digital Trade between the European Union and the Republic of Singapore

    ✦ AI The resolution sought an opinion from the Court of Justice on whether the proposed EU-Singapore Digital Trade Agreement is compatible with the EU Treaties. Parliament rejected the text, meaning it will not request that opinion. The resolution raised concerns about data protection, privacy, and access to source code under the agreement.

    Foreign affairsTrade & customsDigital, AI & data

    13 Nov 2025 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · voted 11:53 · B-10-2025-0479 · 2025/2967

    Rejected 136–432–71 · by a large majority
11. Digital Trade Agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Singapore (Resolution)

    ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution endorsing the EU-Singapore Digital Trade Agreement, the EU's first standalone digital trade pact with a partner country. The agreement sets binding rules to boost consumer trust, ensure legal certainty for businesses, and remove unjustified barriers to digital trade. It facilitates cross-border data flows, bans customs duties on electronic transmissions, and protects against mandatory source code disclosures. Parliament's adoption makes the resolution its official position, supporting the Council's conclusion of the agreement.

    Foreign affairsTrade & customsDigital, AI & data

    13 Nov 2025 · Resolutions · report by Svenja Hahn · voted 11:55 · A-10-2025-0190 · 2025/0009M

    Adopted 572–18–41 · by an overwhelming majority
12. 10th anniversary of the detention of jailed Swedish publisher Gui Minhai in China

    ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the 10th anniversary of the detention of Swedish publisher Gui Minhai in China, calling for his immediate and unconditional release. The text reiterates demands for China to comply with international obligations, ensuring access to family, legal representation, consular officials, and medical care. It also condemns China's pattern of human rights violations and urges that the case be raised in EU-China dialogues.

    Foreign affairs

    9 Oct 2025 · Resolutions · joint motion · 7 ballots · voted 13:11 · RC-10-2025-0412 · 2025/2906

    Adopted 546–3–44 · by an overwhelming majority
13. Tackling China’s critical raw materials export restrictions

    ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on tackling China's export restrictions on rare earth elements and permanent magnets, which it sees as coercive and a serious escalation of trade tensions. The text urges the EU not to make concessions to China in exchange for relaxing the restrictions and to build leverage using pressure points where China depends on EU goods and technologies. It also calls for reducing demand for virgin rare earths, boosting recycling, and funding research into substitutes to strengthen EU resilience.

    Economy & single marketTrade & customsForeign affairs

    10 Jul 2025 · Resolutions · joint motion · 17 ballots · voted 13:16 · RC-10-2025-0324 · 2025/2800

    Adopted 523–75–14 · by an overwhelming majority
14. Violations of religious freedom in Tibet

    ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on violations of religious freedom in Tibet, expressing concern over the death of Tibetan Buddhist leader Hungkar Dorje Rinpoche and the abduction of the 11th Panchen Lama. The resolution condemns Chinese policies in Tibet, including restrictions on religious expression and forced assimilation, and calls for targeted EU sanctions against Chinese officials. It also urges respect for Tibetan cultural and religious freedoms and supports the Tibetan community's right to appoint its own religious leaders.

    Foreign affairs

    8 May 2025 · Resolutions · joint motion · 8 ballots · voted 13:08 · RC-10-2025-0248 · 2025/2692

    Adopted 478–30–41 · by an overwhelming majority
15. Democracy and human rights in Thailand, notably the lese-majesty law and the deportation of Uyghur refugees

    ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on democracy and human rights in Thailand, focusing on the lese-majesty law and the deportation of Uyghur refugees. The text urges Thailand to amend or repeal the lese-majesty law, release detainees, and halt deportations of refugees to countries where they risk torture. It also calls on the Commission to make free trade agreement negotiations conditional on reforms, including releasing political prisoners and ratifying core ILO conventions.

    Foreign affairs

    13 Mar 2025 · Resolutions · joint motion · 7 ballots · voted 12:08 · RC-10-2025-0174 · 2025/2594

    Adopted 482–57–68 · by a large majority
16. Hong Kong, notably the cases of Jimmy Lai and the 45 activists recently convicted under the national security law

    ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on Hong Kong, focusing on the cases of Jimmy Lai and 45 activists convicted under the national security law. The text condemns their imprisonment and demands their immediate and unconditional release, along with all others detained for exercising freedoms. It also urges the repeal of the national security laws and calls for sanctions against Hong Kong and Chinese officials. Parliament asks the EU to monitor human rights abuses and review the status of Hong Kong Economic and Trade Offices.

    Foreign affairs

    28 Nov 2024 · Resolutions · joint motion · 9 ballots · voted 12:13 · RC-10-2024-0208 · 2024/2950

    Adopted 473–23–98 · by a large majority
17. The shrinking space for civil society in Cambodia, in particular the case of the labour rights organisation CENTRAL

    ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the shrinking space for civil society in Cambodia, focusing on the labour rights organisation CENTRAL. The text urges Cambodia to drop charges against CENTRAL, release detained activists, and reform laws limiting political freedoms. It also calls for targeted sanctions, increased EU support for civil society, and human rights due diligence by companies sourcing from Cambodia.

    Foreign affairs

    28 Nov 2024 · Resolutions · joint motion · 13 ballots · voted 12:15 · RC-10-2024-0190 · 2024/2952

    Adopted 492–5–102 · by an overwhelming majority
18. People’s Republic of China’s misinterpretation of the UN resolution 2758 and its continuous military provocations around Taiwan

    ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on China's misinterpretation of UN Resolution 2758 and its military provocations around Taiwan. The text states that UN Resolution 2758 does not give China sovereignty over Taiwan or the right to represent it at the UN. Parliament condemns China's military drills and calls for preserving peace and stability in the Taiwan Strait.

    Foreign affairsDefence & security

    24 Oct 2024 · Resolutions · joint motion · 20 ballots · voted 13:15 · RC-10-2024-0134 · 2024/2891

    Adopted 432–60–71 · by a large majority
19. The cases of unjustly imprisoned Uyghurs in China, notably Ilham Tohti and Gulshan Abbas

    ✦ AI Parliament adopted a resolution on the cases of unjustly imprisoned Uyghurs in China, notably Ilham Tohti and Gulshan Abbas. The text calls for their immediate and unconditional release, as well as that of other arbitrarily detained human rights defenders, lawyers, and intellectuals. It also urges China to close all detention camps, respect religious freedom, and urges the Council to continue imposing human rights sanctions on officials involved in abuses.

    Foreign affairs

    10 Oct 2024 · Resolutions · motion for a resolution · 9 ballots · voted 13:23 · B-10-2024-0118 · 2024/2857

    Adopted 540–23–47 · by an overwhelming majority

Dossiers involved · latest vote first

1. 2025/2117 Recommendation on EU-China political relations 7 Oct 2026 · 1 vote
2. 2026/2873 Deteriorating situation of media freedom and freedom of expression in Hong Kong following the recent arrest of bookseller Leticia Wong and the convictions of Lee Cheuk-yan and Chow Hang-tung 17 Sept 2026 · 1 vote
3. 2025/2169 Recommendation on the changing geopolitical situation in East Asia and the need for closer cooperation with like-minded partners in the region 7 Jul 2026 · 1 vote
4. 2026/2738 The cases of human rights and environmental defenders Andrie Yunus and Muhammad Rosidi in Indonesia 21 May 2026 · 1 vote
5. 2026/2703 New Chinese law on ‘ethnic unity and progress’ and the intensified suppression of ethnic identities 30 Apr 2026 · 1 vote
6. 2023/0183 EU-China Agreement: modification of concessions on all the tariff rate quotas included in the EU Schedule CLXXV 26 Mar 2026 · 1 vote
7. 2026/2573 Conviction and imminent sentencing of Jimmy Lai in Hong Kong 22 Jan 2026 · 1 vote
8. 2025/2986 Political situation in Myanmar including the humanitarian crisis of the Rohingya 27 Nov 2025 · 1 vote
9. 2025/0009 Digital Trade Agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Singapore 13 Nov 2025 · 1 vote
10. 2025/0009M Digital Trade Agreement between the European Union and the Republic of Singapore (Resolution) 13 Nov 2025 · 1 vote
11. 2025/2967 Opinion from the Court of Justice on the compatibility with the Treaties of the proposed Agreement on Digital Trade between the European Union and the Republic of Singapore 13 Nov 2025 · 1 vote
12. 2025/2906 10th anniversary of the detention of jailed Swedish publisher Gui Minhai in China 9 Oct 2025 · 1 vote

Who backs what

How each group's majority voted on the 19 most recent final roll-call votes about china & indo-pacific.

With the result = share of these votes where the group's position matched the outcome (For an adopted text, Against a rejected one). The other columns count the votes by the group's position; Split = no position had a majority among its members. Non-attached members have no group line.

The latest final votes, group by group

Each group's majority position: For, Against, Abstained, or Split. — = the group did not vote.