The interpretation and application of the Energy Charter Treaty between the European Union, the European Atomic Energy Community and their Member States

This legislative proposal concerns the European Union's and the European Atomic Energy Community's adoption of an agreement on how to interpret and apply the Energy Charter Treaty. The goal is to ensure consistent application of the treaty's provisions across the EU and its member states. The proposal directly affects the European Union, the European Atomic Energy Community (Euratom), and their respective Member States. It aims to clarify legal obligations and rights under the Energy Charter Treaty for these entities. The core change is the formal adoption of a specific agreement that clarifies the interpretation and application of the existing Energy Charter Treaty. This aims to reduce legal uncertainty and provide a unified approach for the EU and its Member States when engaging with the treaty. The European Parliament has approved the Commission's proposal. The Council will now proceed with the adoption, and Parliament has requested to be informed if the Council intends to deviate from the approved text.