European Parliament Delays Deforestation Law

The European Parliament has voted to delay a law banning deforestation-linked imports by 12 months and has adopted amendments that weaken the legislation. The decision follows opposition from major trade partners like the U.S., Brazil, and Malaysia, pushing the law's implementation to December 2025.

The European Parliament has taken a significant step by voting for a 12-month deferral on the enforcement of a crucial law aimed at banning imports linked to deforestation.

This decision includes amendments that dilute the law's original strict mandates. The deferment follows pushback from global trade partners, notably the U.S., Brazil, and Malaysia.

With the law's implementation now postponed until December 2025, the move reflects the complexities of balancing environmental policies with international trade relations.

(With inputs from agencies.)