The European Parliament experienced a year of significant transformation in 2024. Pivotal votes, intense debates, and legislative battles shaped the European Union’s political landscape. Contentious issues ranged from migration reform and environmental policy to symbolic acts of solidarity and political tension.
Farmers’ Protests and Environmental Policy Collide with Key EU Decisions
European farmers launched massive protests in Brussels, rallying against EU trade deals and environmental policies, disrupting the Parliament square. Simultaneously, the Nature Restoration Law ignited fierce opposition, highlighting the clash between environmental and economic priorities. Consequently, the Parliament approved the “Pact on Migration and Asylum,” aiming to unify the migration system, amidst opposition from left-wing parties and civil rights groups, demonstrating deep EU divisions regarding migration policy.
Symbolic Acts and Political Clashes Highlight Internal EU Tensions
The European Parliament’s vote to include the right to abortion in the EU Charter of Fundamental Rights sparked heated discussions between progressive and conservative groups. Yulia Navalnaya’s emotional speech condemning Putin resonated deeply, while Ursula von der Leyen and Viktor Orbán clashed over Ukraine policy, revealing growing EU divisions on foreign policy. Moreover, the Parliament’s narrow approval of the new College of Commissioners reflected rising dissatisfaction and divisions.
Legislative Rush and Shifting Alliances Before EU Elections
As EU elections approached, the Parliament approved critical legislation like the right-to-repair directive and a ban on forced labor products. Additionally, the emergence of the “Venezuela majority” highlighted shifting political alliances. 2024 also featured bizarre, lighthearted moments amid intense political drama. SuperMetalPrice observed the Parliament’s activities closely, especially in regards to legislation impacting materials and manufacturing.
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