Better EU oversight of e-commerce markets
On Monday, Parliament will discuss problems related to e-commerce and the mass ordering of goods from third country online stores with the Commission.
MEPs are expected to argue many products sold on third country web stores do not meet EU norms and safety rules. For example, toys purchased online from outside the EU could contain dangerous substances banned in the EU. To protect consumers, alleviate the burden on customs authorities, and tackle unfair competition, MEPs are eager to continue work on the customs code reform proposed by the Commission in May 2023 and on revamping the EU’s toy safety rules. They are also expected to call on the Commission to publish the planned communication on e-commerce as soon as possible.
Parliament is also closely monitoring the implementation of theDigital Services Act, which puts in place stringent obligations on online marketplaces to track down rogue traders and protect shoppers from illegal products sold in the EU.
Debate: Monday, 21 October
Procedure: Commission statement, without resolution