Where the law stands, Dossier 2025/2906(RSP)
10th anniversary of the detention of jailed Swedish publisher Gui Minhai in China
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 9 October 2025. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 9 October 2025
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
9 October 2025 · decision 4
Foreign affairs, Resolution
10th anniversary of the detention of jailed Swedish publisher Gui Minhai in China
Adopted 546 for · 3 against · 44 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:The text reiterates demands for China to comply with international obligations, ensuring access to family, legal representation, consular officials, and medical care.
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· 9 Oct 2025
AI summary:The resolution marks the 10th anniversary of Swedish publisher Gui Minhai's detention in China and condemns his abduction, arbitrary arrest, and sentencing.
Tabled for plenary· 8 Oct 2025
Tabled for plenary· 6 Oct 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0412/2025
AI summary:A resolution on the 10th anniversary of the detention of Swedish publisher Gui Minhai in China condemns his abduction, detention and sentencing, and calls for his immediate release.
Tabled for plenary· 6 Oct 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0433/2025
AI summary:A resolution marking the 10th anniversary of Gui Minhai's detention calls for his immediate and unconditional release and for China to respect his rights.
Tabled for plenary· 6 Oct 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0414/2025
AI summary:A resolution condemning the enforced disappearance of Swedish citizen Gui Minhai and urging China to release him and other detained journalists and political prisoners.
Tabled for plenary· 6 Oct 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0435/2025
AI summary:A resolution on the 10th anniversary of the detention of Swedish publisher Gui Minhai in China condemns his continued detention and calls for his immediate release.
Tabled for plenary· 6 Oct 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0431/2025
AI summary:This resolution condemns the abduction and arbitrary detention of Swedish publisher Gui Minhai in China, calls for his immediate release, and demands respect for his rights as an EU citizen.
Tabled for plenary· 6 Oct 2025
Motion for a resolution B10-0429/2025
AI summary:A resolution marking the tenth anniversary of the detention of Swedish publisher Gui Minhai in China, condemning his arbitrary arrest and sentencing, and calling for his immediate release and return to Sweden.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 2 steps
9 October 2025
Plenary vote
Sitting of 9 Oct 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0412/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0414/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0429/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0431/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0433/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0435/2025Adopted text TA10-0225/2025
8 October 2025
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 8 Oct 2025 Motion for a resolution B10-0412/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0414/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0429/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0431/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0433/2025Motion for a resolution B10-0435/2025
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2025/2906(RSP)