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Eurogroup for Animals welcomes the publication of the European Commission’s communication on the review of Trade and Sustainable Development (TSD) Chapters. The fact that such a review was made ahead of schedule is appreciated considering the need to ensure coherence between the EU’s ambitious Green Deal agenda and its trade policy. Yet, the proposals fall short of what’s needed to ensure trade policy does not hinder our transition towards sustainable food systems.

European Commission proposal to strengthen Trade & Sustainable Development Chapters falls short

Eurogroup for Animals welcomes the Commission’s proposal aiming at further embedding sustainability into corporate governance. However, we call on the European Parliament and Member States to explicitly include animal welfare within the scope of the future legislation.

EU legislation on Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence misses out on animal welfare

23 February 2022

At the eve of the European Commission’s consultation on Trade and Sustainable Development (TSD), Eurogroup for Animals - jointly with Clientearth, FERN, the Veblen Institute and Fondation Nicolas Hulot - call on the European Commission to take the opportunity to address the detrimental impact that trade policies have had so far on animals, people and the planet, and to better align EU trade policy with the objectives listed in the EU Green Deal.

Unlocking the power of TSD chapters to better protect animals

28 October 2021

As the 2021 UN Food Systems Summit approaches, we are delighted to invite you to join Eurogroup for Animals and The Good Lobby on September 21st, from 11am to 1pm CET, to discuss the intersection of animal welfare and trade in international policymaking.

High-Level Event: The Intersection of Trade and Animal Welfare in Sustainable Food Systems

A new study published by the European Commission proposes an improved methodology to assess the impacts of EU free trade agreements (FTAs) on biodiversity, paving the way for more robust Sustainable Impact Assessments (SIAs) of EU FTAs and for the strengthening of Trade and Sustainable Development (TSD) chapters.

EU publishes new methodology to assess impact of trade on biodiversity

On 20 May, EU trade ministers will adopt their conclusions on the Trade Policy Review. As the review failed to address the impact of trade on animals, and to adapt EU trade policy to the challenges we face in the 21st century, we call on the EU to make a u-turn and finally ensure that its trade policy does not fuel unsustainable trade. Renegotiating the EU-Mercosur agreement to align the FTA with the objectives expressed in the Farm to Fork Strategy would be a first step in the right direction.

The EU should make the EU-Mercosur Agreement compatible with the Green Deal and the Farm to Fork strategy

On May 6th, Eurogroup for Animals and FIAPO (the Federation of Indian Animal Protection Organisations) jointly hosted a webinar on the theme “Planting the Animal Welfare Seed in EU-India Trade Relations”, ahead of the EU-Indian Summit that was held on May 8th where India and the EU announced they will relaunch negotiations for a free trade agreement (FTA).

New report presents key recommendations on EU-India animal welfare cooperation as trade negotiations resume

Join us on Thursday, May 6, 2021 to discuss animal welfare in the context of the EU-India trade relations!

Event - Planting the Animal Welfare Seed in EU - India Trade Relations

We welcome the EU initiative aiming at further embedding sustainability into corporate governance, however we call on the EU to include animal welfare within its scope.

EU legislative proposal to enhance sustainable business practices must include animal welfare

22 February 2021

In a dispute opposing the EU and South Korea, a panel ruled that failure to implement aspirational Trade and Sustainable Development (TSD) commitments contained in trade agreements does not mean failure to comply with the FTA.

Ruling confirms strong language is needed in TSD chapters

5 February 2021

While the announcements made by the EU institutions on the revision of the so-called “Enforcement Regulation” on trade disputes foresaw stronger enforcement mechanisms for Trade and Sustainable Development (TSD) provisions contained in trade agreements, the draft text adopted at the European Parliament’s plenary session on 21st January does not reflect the awaited progress.

EU fails to strengthen enforcement of sustainable development provisions in EU FTAs

28 January 2021

EU and Chinese experts meet to discuss sustainability, food systems and resilience. Animal welfare could be the key to prevent future pandemics, as explained in a new report.

New report presents key opportunities for the EU and China to partner up in driving animal welfare and prevent future pandemics

18 November 2020

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