Establishment of the European Democracy Shield Committee

by name voted on 18.12.2024

Summary

The European Parliament is setting up a special committee called the 'European Democracy Shield' to investigate and counter foreign interference and disinformation campaigns targeting the EU.

10 18.12.2024

Resolution

human rights

public administration

international relations

information technology and data processing

Key points

Establishment of a new special committee dedicated to protecting European democracy from foreign interference.
The committee will assess existing laws to find loopholes that malicious actors use for interference.
A focus on digital threats, including the influence of large online platforms and the use of AI-generated deepfakes.
The committee will look for ways to improve cooperation and information sharing between EU agencies and national authorities.

Vote

PPE

S&D

PfE

ECR

Renew

Verts/ALE

The Left

NI

ESN

Total

Documents (PDFs)

PROPOSAL FOR A DECISION on setting up a special committee on the European Democracy Shield, and defining its responsibilities, numerical strength and term of office Setting up a special committee on the European Democracy Shield, and defining its responsibilities, numerical strength and term of office

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