Dossier · Resolution on a topical subject
The abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and the protection of girls in Pakistan
- Reference
- 2026/2801(RSP) Resolution on a topical subject
- Where it stands
- Parliament adopted the text on 9 July 2026. This is its final position on the matter.
- Stage
- Parliament’s position
More facts (3)
- Decisions in plenary
- 1
- Last vote
- 9 Jul 2026 · Adopted
- Versions
- 8 versions
Where it stands
The steps of this kind of dossier and how far it has come, from the procedure file.
- Tabled for plenary (done)
- Plenary vote (done) Adopted 9 July 2026
- Parliament’s position (done) Final
A resolution tabled by political groups, usually on an urgent matter or in reaction to a statement by the Commission or Council. Not binding.
People
Committees and members responsible for the dossier, as the procedure file names them. Groups as recorded there.
The procedure file names no committee or rapporteur for this dossier.
Decisions in plenary, 1
Every decision Parliament took on this dossier, newest first.
| Date | Decision | Kind | Effect | Final vote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Jul 2026 | The abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and the protection of girls in Pakistan | Resolutions | Adopted | show of hands — no count |
Every roll-call vote on the dossier, in date and voting order, with each group's line at the date of the vote.
Each group's clear line at the date of the vote: a position with at least two thirds of the group's votes (at least 10 members voting), otherwise Divided; “< 10 voted” when fewer took part. Result: outcome, for–against–abstained (method).
- 9 Jul 2026 Amendment 1, adding text after paragraph 3
Adopted 301–281–14
- The Left
- Against
- Greens
- Against
- S&D
- Against
- Renew
- Against
- EPP
- For
- ECR
- For
- Patriots
- For
- ESN
- For
- 9 Jul 2026 Amendment 5 to paragraph 6
Adopted 312–248–27
- The Left
- For
- Greens
- For
- S&D
- For
- Renew
- For
- EPP
- Against
- ECR
- Against
- Patriots
- Divided
- ESN
- Against
- 9 Jul 2026 Amendment 6 to paragraph 7
Adopted 334–231–29
- The Left
- For
- Greens
- For
- S&D
- For
- Renew
- For
- EPP
- Against
- ECR
- Against
- Patriots
- For
- ESN
- Against
- 9 Jul 2026 Amendment 3 to recital B
Adopted 310–261–21
- The Left
- For
- Greens
- For
- S&D
- For
- Renew
- For
- EPP
- Against
- ECR
- Against
- Patriots
- Divided
- ESN
- Against
- 9 Jul 2026 Amendment 4, adding text after recital D
Adopted 480–77–32
- The Left
- For
- Greens
- For
- S&D
- For
- Renew
- For
- EPP
- For
- ECR
- Against
- Patriots
- For
- ESN
- Against
Versions, 8
The text of the dossier, version by version, newest first. Compare shows what changed between two consecutive versions.
Adopted by Parliament9 Jul 2026
Adopted text TA10-0269/2026 TA-10-2026-0269
Tabled for plenary8 Jul 2026
Joint motion RC-B10-0346/2026 RC-10-2026-0346
Tabled for plenary6 Jul 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0350/2026 B-10-2026-0350
Tabled for plenary6 Jul 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0348/2026 B-10-2026-0348
Tabled for plenary6 Jul 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0351/2026 B-10-2026-0351
Tabled for plenary6 Jul 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0346/2026 B-10-2026-0346
Tabled for plenary6 Jul 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0349/2026 B-10-2026-0349
Tabled for plenary6 Jul 2026
Motion for a resolution B10-0347/2026 B-10-2026-0347
AI: Each version in short Written by AI from the official text — check the source
- Adopted text TA10-0269/2026: Parliament condemns the abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and similar abuses in Pakistan, and calls for protection, justice and legal reforms.
- Motion for a resolution B10-0350/2026: This resolution addresses the abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and the protection of minor girls in Pakistan. It calls on Pakistani authorities to protect religious minorities, ensure Maria's safety, return abducted girls, and establish a national investigation mechanism.
- Motion for a resolution B10-0348/2026: This resolution condemns the abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and calls for an urgent, independent and child-sensitive judicial review of her case.
- Motion for a resolution B10-0351/2026: This resolution addresses the abduction, forced conversion, and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and the protection of girls in Pakistan. It condemns these practices and calls for action from Pakistani authorities, the judiciary, and the EU.
- Motion for a resolution B10-0346/2026: This resolution expresses concern over the ruling in the case of Maria Shahbaz, a 13-year-old girl abducted, forcibly converted and married in Pakistan, and calls on Pakistan to eradicate forced conversions and marriages, protect victims, and ensure accountability.
- Motion for a resolution B10-0349/2026: This resolution condemns the abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and similar abuses against girls in Pakistan, and calls for protection of religious minorities.
- Motion for a resolution B10-0347/2026: This resolution addresses the abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz in Pakistan and calls for action to protect girls from such abuses.
What changed, 1
Between consecutive versions, newest pair first. The overviews are written by AI from the two texts; the comparison shows every change.
Latest Tabled for plenary → Adopted by Parliament Joint motion RC-B10-0346/2026 → Adopted text TA10-0269/2026
AI: What changed Written by AI from the official text — check the source
Adds new condemnations of persecution of Christians and demands repeal of blasphemy laws. Expands support for victims and addresses root causes of forced conversion and marriage. Broadens EU dialogue topics and adds a consequence of withdrawing GSP+ status. Adds statistical detail on religious breakdown of forced conversion victims.
Timeline, 3
Every recorded step, newest first, grouped by stage; the latest stage is open.
Plenary stage 3 steps · 8 Jul 2026–9 Jul 2026
9 July 2026
Plenary vote
Sitting of 9 Jul 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0346/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0347/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0348/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0349/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0350/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0351/2026Adopted text TA10-0269/2026
8 July 2026
Debated in plenary
MEPs debated the text in the chamber ahead of the vote.
Sitting of 8 Jul 2026 Motion for a resolution B10-0346/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0347/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0348/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0349/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0350/2026Motion for a resolution B10-0351/2026
8 July 2026
6 amendments tabled for the plenary vote
Groups propose changes to the tabled text; each is voted on before the final vote.
Connections
Texts, decisions, people and other dossiers related to this one.
Texts voted on
- Text MOTION FOR A RESOLUTION on the abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and the protection of girls in Pakistan Motion for a resolution B10-0351/2026 9 Jul 2026
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Sources & citation
Where the facts on this page come from, and how to cite it.
- Official source
- Data source
- Licensed CC BY 4.0.
- Retrieved
- 25 September 2026
Cite as
European Parliament (2026). “The abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and the protection of girls in Pakistan”. Dossier, 9 July 2026. procId 2026-2801, reference 2026/2801(RSP). EU Parl Watch Research. https://news.eu-parl.st-solutions.dev/dossiers/2026-2801 (retrieved 25 September 2026). Official source: Procedure file (Legislative Observatory, OEIL), https://oeil.secure.europarl.europa.eu/oeil/en/procedure-file?reference=2026%2F2801(RSP). Data: EP Open Data API: procedure record, https://data.europarl.europa.eu/api/v2/procedures/2026-2801 (CC BY 4.0).
BibTeX
@misc{epw-dossier-2026-2801,
author = {{European Parliament}},
title = {{The abduction, forced conversion and child marriage of Maria Shahbaz and the protection of girls in Pakistan}},
year = {2026},
date = {2026-07-09},
howpublished = {\url{https://news.eu-parl.st-solutions.dev/dossiers/2026-2801}},
url = {https://news.eu-parl.st-solutions.dev/dossiers/2026-2801},
urldate = {2026-09-25},
publisher = {EU Parl Watch Research},
note = {Dossier. procId 2026-2801, reference 2026/2801(RSP). Official source: https://oeil.secure.europarl.europa.eu/oeil/en/procedure-file?reference=2026\%2F2801(RSP). Data: EP Open Data API: procedure record (CC BY 4.0)}
}