Events

Short news briefs and updates on trade policy developments affecting transatlantic commerce.

Market Update

European Parliament

Content type: Market Update

EP Delegation Meets on EU-Japan Relations Ahead of 42nd IPM

The Delegation for relations with Japan held an in‑camera meeting in Strasbourg on 7 May 2025 to review the state of EU‑Japan relations and to discuss the draft programme for the upcoming inter-parliamentary meeting.
Agreement / Partnership

European Parliament

Content type: Agreement / Partnership

EU-US joint statement on reciprocal, fair and balanced trade

The European Parliament page republishes a joint statement dated 21 August 2025 on a United States–European Union framework for an agreement described as reciprocal, fair and balanced trade.
Trade Policy
Content type: Trade Policy

Parliament questions Commission on CITES COP20 objectives

The European Parliament has submitted an oral question asking the Commission to set out the EU’s strategic priorities for CITES COP20 in Uzbekistan and to report on implementation of the EU’s 2022 action plan against wildlife trafficking.
Legislative Process
Content type: Legislative Process

EU objectives for CITES COP20 Uzbekistan

The European Parliament adopted an oral question asking the Council to set out the EU’s strategic objectives for CITES COP20 in Uzbekistan and to report on implementation of the revised EU action plan against wildlife trafficking.
Policy Statement

European Parliament

Content type: Policy Statement

Trade Committee reacts to EU–Indonesia trade agreement

The International Trade Committee welcomed the signing of the EU–Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement and Investment Protection Agreement, saying the deal opens a large market while safeguarding sensitive agricultural products and environmental and social standards.
Legislative Process
Content type: Legislative Process

Motion for a European Parliament resolution on whale and dolphin hunting in the Faroe Islands

The European Parliament motion says the grindadráp in the Faroe Islands conflicts with European values and asks the Commission to pursue trade and programme conditions, labelling and regulatory alignment to press for its suspension.
Legislative Process
Content type: Legislative Process

Motion of censure on the Commission

The European Parliament adopted a motion of censure (B10‑0402/2025, 2025/2173(INS)) on 16 September 2025 that censures the Commission and calls for its resignation while rejecting key trade agreements and demanding measures over Israel's actions in Gaza.
Legislative Process
Content type: Legislative Process

Motion of censure on the Commission

The European Parliament has tabled a motion that censures the European Commission, criticising its policies, alleged breaches of transparency and competence, migration handling, threats to freedom of expression, and actions on trade agreements.
Policy Statement

European Parliament

Content type: Policy Statement

International Trade Committee delegation in Geneva to meet WTO this week

A six-member delegation from the European Parliament’s International Trade Committee will be in Geneva to take part in the WTO Public Forum and the 55th session of the Parliamentary Committee WTO Steering Committee, and to meet WTO officials and ambassadors to discuss trade challenges and WTO reform.
Legislative Process
Content type: Legislative Process

Motion for a resolution on the need to improve tax fairness and ban tax havens

The European Parliament motion calls for mandatory reporting of transfers to preferential tax jurisdictions, urges bans on transactions with non-cooperative preferential regimes, and asks EU institutions and Member States to eliminate tax havens and ensure wealth is taxed where generated.
Negotiation
Content type: Negotiation

Enforcement cooperation on unfair trading practices in agri‑food chain

The European Parliament approved entering interinstitutional negotiations on the Commission proposal for a regulation (COM(2024)0576) to set up cooperation among enforcement authorities enforcing Directive (EU) 2019/633 on unfair trading practices, allowing the AGRI Committee to begin negotiations immediately.
Policy Statement
Content type: Policy Statement

Gaza at breaking point: EU resolution on humanitarian action, hostages and two‑state solution

On 11 September 2025 the European Parliament adopted a resolution expressing alarm at Gaza’s humanitarian crisis, demanding unimpeded aid and a ceasefire, calling for the release of hostages and urging concrete steps towards a two‑state solution.
Legislative Process
Content type: Legislative Process

Implementation and streamlining of EU internal market rules

The European Parliament adopted a Committee report on implementing and streamlining EU internal market rules to strengthen the single market, recorded under A10‑0151/2025 with the adopted plenary text P10_TA(2025)0197.
Legislative Process
Content type: Legislative Process

European Parliament resolution: Gaza at breaking point

The European Parliament adopted a resolution calling for unimpeded humanitarian aid to Gaza, an immediate ceasefire and unconditional release of hostages, sanctions on Hamas, and renewed diplomatic steps towards a two-state solution.
Policy Statement
Content type: Policy Statement

Motion for a European Parliament resolution on the case of Victoire Ingabire in Rwanda

The European Parliament adopted a resolution calling for the immediate release of Victoire Ingabire and other opposition figures and urging suspension of certain cooperation and support with Rwandan institutions.
Legislative Process
Content type: Legislative Process

Parliament adopts resolution on 2023 and 2024 Commission reports on Ukraine

The European Parliament adopted a motion for a resolution on the Commission's 2023 and 2024 reports on Ukraine, recorded as P10_TA(2025)0175.
Legislative Process
Content type: Legislative Process

EP resolution on detention of EU citizens in occupied Cyprus

The European Parliament adopted a resolution condemning the detention of five Greek Cypriot EU citizens in the occupied areas of Cyprus and calling for their immediate and unconditional release.
Regulatory Measure
Content type: Regulatory Measure

Texts adopted — Strasbourg, 9 September 2025

The European Parliament adopted a set of texts covering waste, vehicle circularity, international cooperation, institutional appointments, public procurement, and Ukraine reporting.
Legislative Process
Content type: Legislative Process

European Parliament resolution on Gaza at breaking point: EU action to combat famine, the urgent need to release hostages and move towards a two-state solution

The European Parliament adopted a resolution calling for the immediate release of hostages, increased humanitarian aid to Gaza with safeguards, and renewed diplomatic efforts toward a two‑state solution.
Policy Statement
Content type: Policy Statement

European Parliament resolution on the situation in Colombia after recent terrorist attacks

The European Parliament adopted a resolution condemning recent terrorist attacks in Colombia, urging investigations and prosecutions, calling for stronger measures against the Cártel de los Soles and requesting international support and sanctions.
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