Responding to Farmers’ Concerns: Simplification, Flexibility, and Environmental Commitment. The Agriculture and Fisheries Council had, in its February meeting, expressed a strong political will to address the concerns raised by farmers promptly. Following this, the Commission unveiled its proposal in March, marking a significant step toward amending the CAP regulations to better serve Europe’s agricultural […]
In a period that has shaken the agricultural and political landscape of Europe, Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, announced the withdrawal of the proposed pesticide regulation. This marks a pivotal moment in the debate on the sustainable use of plant protection products in the European Union. The EU Treaty does not […]
The European Parliament’s requests for tighter regulations on packaging waste were not fully embraced by the Council, leading to a negotiated text that strikes a compromise between environmental protection and more acceptable regulations to avoid further burdening Europe’s already struggling economy. This development unfolds against the backdrop of the European Commission’s 2020 initiative under the […]
This week, in a groundbreaking vote, the European Parliament took radical measures to dramatically reduce vehicle emissions. For old and new vehicles. The left voted against the new standards because they were not strict enough. By Charles STRASS, eEuropa Brussels, 15 March 2024 The European Parliament has approved new EU regulations aimed at reducing […]
High-speed and reliable connectivity is at the root of digital transition. The EU has set ‘digital decade’ targets, including providing all EU … The path to 6G
The AI Act represents a significant milestone in the global discourse on AI governance, positioning the EU at the forefront of efforts to balance innovation with ethical considerations and societal welfare. As the act moves toward formal adoption, its implementation will be closely watched by stakeholders worldwide, serving as a potential blueprint for other regions […]
On Tuesday, MEPs endorsed a strategy, previously concurred with the Council, designed to diminish energy use and cut greenhouse-gas emissions within the buildings sector. Right-wing parties (ID and ECR Groups) and many Members from EPP voted against. The EU strategy to revise the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive is set to incrementally lower greenhouse gas […]
Written by Pieter Baert (1st edition). The pricing of goods and services that are traded within a multinational group is referred to as ‘transfer … Harmonising transfer pricing rules within the EU
