Where the law stands, Dossier 2025/2692(RSP)
Violations of religious freedom in Tibet
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 8 May 2025. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 8 May 2025
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
8 May 2025 · decision 8
Foreign affairs, Resolution
Violations of religious freedom in Tibet
Adopted 478 for · 30 against · 41 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:The resolution condemns Chinese policies in Tibet, including restrictions on religious expression and forced assimilation, and calls for targeted EU sanctions against Chinese officials.
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.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 8 May 2025
AI summary:The European Parliament resolution condemns China's repressive policies in Tibet, including religious persecution and forced assimilation, and demands accountability and sanctions.
Tabled for plenary· 7 May 2025
Tabled for plenary· 5 May 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0259/2025
AI summary:This resolution expresses concern over violations of religious freedom in Tibet, including the death of Hungkar Dorje Rinpoche, the abduction of the 11th Panchen Lama, and the detention of monks. It calls for investigations, sanctions, and support for Tibetan religious freedom.
Tabled for plenary· 5 May 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0253/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the Chinese government's repression of religious freedom in Tibet, including the abduction of the 11th Panchen Lama and other Tibetan leaders, and urges China to release them and stop restrictions on religious activities.
Tabled for plenary· 5 May 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0256/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns repressive policies in Tibet and the persecution of Tibetan religious leaders, and expresses concern over the death of Tulku Hungkar Dorje.
Tabled for plenary· 5 May 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0254/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns China's human rights violations in Tibet, including religious persecution and forced assimilation, and opposes Chinese selection of Tibetan Buddhist leaders.
Tabled for plenary· 5 May 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0251/2025
AI summary:The resolution condemns religious persecution in Tibet and across China, including forced indoctrination and discrimination, and calls for state-religion separation and respect for the Chinese Constitution.
Tabled for plenary· 5 May 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0248/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the repression of religious minorities and human rights violations in Tibet by the People's Republic of China, urging an end to assimilation policies and restrictions on religious freedom.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
8 May 2025
Plenary vote
Sitting of 8 May 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0248/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0251/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0253/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0254/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0256/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0259/2025Adopted text TA10-0097/2025
7 May 2025
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 7 May 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0248/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0251/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0253/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0254/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0256/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0259/2025
7 May 2025
1 amendment tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2025/2692(RSP)