On 5 May 2025, the Bureau of the European Parliament adopted its Decision laying down the Rules on the European Order of Merit(1)(‘the Rules’). It thus established the European Order of Merit to honour the achievements of individuals who have made a significant contribution to European integration or to the promotion and defence of the values enshrined in the Treaties. | 32026D02582 — European Union law | Esheria

On 5 May 2025, the Bureau of the European Parliament adopted its Decision laying down the Rules on the European Order of Merit(1)(‘the Rules’). It thus established the European Order of Merit to honour the achievements of individuals who have made a significant contribution to European integration or to the promotion and defence of the values enshrined in the Treaties.

The Decision changes the Rules on the European Order of Merit and sets appointment limits: up to 20 laureates per year under the annual procedure, plus up to 5 additional laureates per year.

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European Union
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Decision
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32026D02582
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