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Accession of Ecuador to the EU-Colombia/Peru Trade Agreement

Summary

The motion discusses Ecuador's entry into the existing trade agreement between the EU, Colombia, and Peru, emphasizing the need for strong protections regarding human rights, labor standards, and environmental sustainability.
10 26.11.2015
Other
trade
labour law
environment
human rights
social policy
international relations
agriculture, forestry and fisheries

Key points

  • The European Parliament welcomes Ecuador's accession to the trade agreement shared with Colombia and Peru.
  • The agreement is expected to boost exports, diversify investment, and help reduce poverty in Ecuador.
  • There is a strong requirement for Ecuador to implement action plans regarding human rights, labor rights, and environmental sustainability.
  • The Parliament emphasizes the need to protect biodiversity and prevent deforestation, particularly in sensitive areas like the Amazon.
Documents (PDFs)
MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the accession of Ecuador to the Trade Agreement concluded between the EU and its Member States and Colombia and Peru Accession of Ecuador to the EU-Peru and Colombia trade agreement
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