Where the law stands, Dossier 2024/2952(RSP)
The shrinking space for civil society in Cambodia, in particular the case of the labour rights organisation CENTRAL
Resolution on a topical subject (RSP): Parliament states its view. It is not binding. · First reading
A resolution tabled by political groups, usually on an urgent matter or in reaction to a statement by the Commission or Council. Not binding.
Where it stands
Parliament’s position
Parliament adopted the text on 28 November 2024. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 28 November 2024
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
28 November 2024 · decision 3
Foreign affairs, Resolution
The shrinking space for civil society in Cambodia, in particular the case of the labour rights organisation CENTRAL
Adopted 492 for · 5 against · 102 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:The text urges Cambodia to drop charges against CENTRAL, release detained activists, and reform laws limiting political freedoms.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
No change of substance: the two versions differ only in presentation — cover page, numbering or the parts a report carries that the adopted text does not.
Tabled for plenary → Tabled for plenary
AI summary:The new text broadens the scope to include more civil society groups and adds specific calls for legal reforms, due diligence, and sanctions. It also updates references to the ILO report and expands demands for EU action on trade and support. The versions differ only in substance; no formal or wording changes are present.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 28 Nov 2024
AI summary:This resolution condemns the shrinking civic space in Cambodia and calls for the release of political prisoners, activists, journalists, and human rights defenders held on politically motivated charges.
Tabled for plenary· 27 Nov 2024
Tabled for plenary· 25 Nov 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0204/2024
AI summary:This resolution condemns the shrinking space for civil society in Cambodia, focusing on the harassment of the labour rights organisation CENTRAL and its programme manager Tharo Khun.
Tabled for plenary· 25 Nov 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0205/2024
AI summary:The resolution condemns Cambodia's tightening control over civic space, fundamental freedoms and the media, and the crackdown on NGOs and unions, including criminal accusations against CENTRAL and the LRSU union.
Tabled for plenary· 25 Nov 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0187/2024
AI summary:This resolution condemns the shrinking civic space in Cambodia and attacks on human rights defenders, particularly the labour rights organisation CENTRAL, and calls for action to protect labour rights and civil society.
Tabled for plenary· 25 Nov 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0190/2024
AI summary:The resolution condemns the shrinking civic space in Cambodia and the reprisals against the labour rights organisation CENTRAL, urging the Cambodian government to drop charges, release detainees, and reform the judiciary.
Tabled for plenary· 25 Nov 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0206/2024
AI summary:The resolution condemns the crackdown on civil society in Cambodia, especially the harassment of the labour rights organisation CENTRAL, and urges Cambodian authorities to drop charges and stop harassment.
Tabled for plenary· 25 Nov 2024
Motion for a resolution B10-0201/2024
AI summary:A resolution expressing deep concern over restrictions on civil society, trade unions, and human rights defenders in Cambodia, particularly the harassment and criminalisation of labour rights activists.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 2 steps
28 November 2024
Plenary vote
Sitting of 28 Nov 2024 Motion for a resolution B10-0187/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0190/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0201/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0204/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0205/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0206/2024Adopted text TA10-0053/2024
27 November 2024
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 27 Nov 2024 Motion for a resolution B10-0187/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0190/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0201/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0204/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0205/2024Motion for a resolution B10-0206/2024
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2024/2952(RSP)