Where the law stands, Dossier 2026/2797(RSP)
Narco-trafficking in Europe’s waters: protecting our borders and supporting our law enforcement officers
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 17 September 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
- Tabled for plenary(done)
- Plenary vote(done) Adopted 17 September 2026
- Parliament’s position(done) Final
Decided in plenary
17 September 2026 · decision 8
Justice, rule of law & rights, Resolution
Narco-trafficking in Europe’s waters: protecting our borders and supporting our law enforcement officers
Adopted 601 for · 4 against · 5 abstained by an overwhelming majority
AI summary:The resolution condemns attacks and deaths linked to drug trafficking and calls for stronger maritime surveillance, intelligence-sharing and international cooperation along trafficking routes.
What changed
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament
AI summary:The text adds that frontline officers face particularly high risk and that this work should be recognised and classified as a high-risk profession in the EU. It also adds that police and Guardia Civil officers must have the necessary vessels, equipment, training, staff and legal protection, and calls on member states to reflect the high-risk nature of the work in their professional status and social protection. The other change is wording: a call on addressing socio-economic drivers in transit countries is rephrased.
The text, version by version
Newest first.
Adopted by Parliament· 17 Sept 2026
AI summary:Parliament adopted a resolution on narco-trafficking in Europe's waters, condemning attacks and deaths linked to drug trafficking and calling for better protection of frontline law enforcement.
Tabled for plenary· 9 Sept 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0390/2026
AI summary:Parliament's resolution condemns drug trafficking in EU waters and the attacks and deaths linked to it, and calls for more funding, resources and coordination for law enforcement and judicial bodies.
Timeline
Newest first.
Plenary stage 3 steps
17 September 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 17 Sept 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0390/2026Adopted text TA10-0316/2026
11 September 2026
14 amendments tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
8 July 2026
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Official record: Legislative Observatory, 2026/2797(RSP)