Summary
A resolution addressing the link between palm oil production, tropical deforestation, and human rights abuses, calling for stricter EU regulations and sustainability standards. 10 04.04.2017
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trade
energy
environment
human rights
social policy
social security
public administration
international relations
business and competition
agriculture, forestry and fisheries
Key points
- Palm oil is a major driver of global deforestation, with nearly half of recent tropical forest loss linked to commercial agriculture.
- The EU is one of the world's largest importers of palm oil, significantly influencing global demand and environmental impact.
- Current voluntary certification schemes are criticized for failing to effectively prevent the conversion of rainforests and peatlands.
- The resolution calls for a mandatory regulatory framework to ensure all agricultural imports are traceable back to their origin.
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