EU countries back one-year pause on EUDR
21/11/2025
The EUDR bans the sale of products linked to deforestation, including cocoa, coffee, livestock, palm oil, rubber, and wood, on the EU market. The Council’s agreement follows a German proposal circulated last week and a Danish alternative, with Belgium, the Netherlands, and Spain opposing the move, according to diplomatic sources. France supported the German position despite previously raising concerns.
A key change introduces a simplification review requiring the European Commission to report on the regulation by 30 April 2026, potentially accompanied by a legislative proposal. Under the new text, only operators placing products on the EU market will need to submit due diligence statements, while downstream companies must retain and pass on the reference number of the original statement.
The European Parliament and Council must finalise the agreement by 15 December. Parliament lead negotiator Christine Schneider (EPP) has proposed a two-year delay, though amendments may be adjusted to align with the Council position.
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