Parliament approves Ukraine support measures, MFF change and multiple resolutions
EP Position
The Parliament approved the Commission proposal and an amendment implementing enhanced cooperation to establish the Ukraine Support Loan for 2026 and 2027 and closed its first reading on that file, and it also approved an amendment to the Regulation establishing the Ukraine Facility. Parliament consented to a Council proposal to amend the multiannual financial framework and adopted motions for resolutions on the mobilisation of the European Globalisation Adjustment Fund for an application from Belgium, an interim report on association agreements with Andorra and San Marino, and on EU strategic defence and security partnerships.
Key Trade Point
In view of international economic relations, Parliament adopted an interim report related to the consent procedure for association agreements with Andorra and San Marino and consented to an MFF amendment that affects the EU financial framework. Parliament also adopted objections to the authorisations of four genetically modified organisms, registering political concern on those market approvals.
What Comes Next
Parliament’s first reading was closed for the Ukraine Support Loan and for the amendment to the Ukraine Facility, as recorded in the minutes.
Sources
Official Documents
- Wednesday, 11 February 2026 - Strasbourg Parliament concluded first reading by approving the Ukraine loan regulation, Ukraine Facility amendment, the MFF amendment, and adopting resolutions on EGF Belgium, Andorra–San Marino association, defence, and GMOs.
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