Far right to the rescue on Europe’s gene-editing revolution

Lucian Nemoiu

Europe’s draft gene-editing law may only survive thanks to the far right. The new law would determine whether Europe opens the door to a new generation of gene-edited plants , an innovation boon worth trillions of euros. But after months of hours-long meetings, fraying tempers and déjà-vu debates, the small circle of officials trying to hammer out the legislation know they’ve hit a wall. Now, inside the negotiation rooms, a taboo is starting to look like a safety valve. Two right-wing MEPs —

Far right to the rescue on Europe’s gene-editing revolution https://www.politico.eu - 20.11.2025 04:24

din zilele anterioare

Far right to the rescue on Europe’s gene-editing revolution https://www.politico.eu - 20.11.2025 04:24