EU/Euratom Agreement on the interpretation and application of the Energy Charter Treaty: adoption by Euratom
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Last active 18 Jun 2025
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What this bill does
In plain terms: what it changes and who it affects.
This proposal lets Euratom join an agreement confirming Energy Charter Treaty arbitration cannot be used for disputes within the EU.
Who it affects
It affects EU-based energy investors and Member States involved in intra-EU Energy Charter Treaty disputes, especially where arbitration awards are sought or enforced.
Core of the proposal
- Adopts Euratom’s participation in the agreement interpreting the Energy Charter Treaty.
- Confirms Article 26(2)(c) ECT does not apply to intra-EU investor-state disputes.
- States intra-EU ECT arbitration lacks a legal basis and resulting awards cannot have effect.
- Authorises signature of the agreement on Euratom’s behalf.
Key provisions
- Takes effect
- The Council Decision enters into force on the date of its adoption.
Articles changed · 1 across 1 law
- Energy Charter Treaty
- art. 26(2)(c): adopts agreement interpreting non-applicability as basis for intra-EU arbitration proceedings
Latest update
26 May 2026The most recent development in this bill's progress.
Moved to European Parliament
Documents
3 recentSourcesOEIL