French President Emmanuel Macron is urging a deal on the Migration and Asylum Pact by the end of the year. This push comes as Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament, cautioned that the Parliament will not automatically approve any agreement reached. Metsola emphasized that the Parliament will scrutinize the final terms of the pact and will not simply rubber-stamp decisions made by member states. The discussions highlight tensions between the French government's desire for a swift resolution and the European Parliament’s determination to ensure the agreement aligns with its priorities. The future of the Migration and Asylum Pact, a key policy initiative for the European Union, remains uncertain as negotiations continue. The situation underscores the complex dynamics at play in EU policymaking, balancing national interests with supranational legislative authority. The pressure from Macron reflects the urgency felt by some member states to address migration challenges.