In her Davos address at the launch of the Global Energy Transition Forum, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen lauded the record-breaking global investment in renewables and underscored the urgency of shifting away from fossil fuels. Yet, behind the scenes, an increasing number of European governments are voicing concern over the rising costs of […]
On 20 January 2025, the revised Code of conduct on countering illegal hate speech online + (the ‘Code of conduct+’) was integrated into the regulatory framework of the Digital Services Act (DSA), following a positive assessment from the Commission and the European Board for Digital Services (‘the Board’). Under the newest EU decision —embedded in […]
The EU’s new Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Regulation marks a turning point in delivering cutting-edge healthcare to patients across Europe. By harmonizing assessments for medicines and medical devices, it speeds up decisions on pricing and reimbursement, reduces duplication of work, and involves patients and clinicians in the evaluation process. Ultimately, this coordinated approach means faster, […]
Are you tired of juggling different chargers for each of your devices—hunting through drawers, untangling cables, and trying to remember which adapter works with what? The European Union (EU) has stepped in with a game-changing solution: all new smartphones and many other portable devices sold in the EU must now feature a USB-C charging port. […]
Citizens have expressed concern about the proposed EU-Mercosur Trade Deal and in particular its potential impact on agriculture and the environment. EU-Mercosur Trade Deal – answering citizens’ concerns
Heads of states and prime ministers renew their commitment to Western Balkan enlargement, emphasizing reforms, rule of law, and regional cooperation, while stopping short of naming specific countries or providing clear timelines for EU membership. European leaders are concerned about Europe’s political, economic, and international relations difficulties. No one is currently eager to push for […]
All EU governments risk falling like dominoes within 1 or 2 years. They endorsed Brussels’ plans but are now realizing that the accelerated transition to electric vehicles risks causing millions of job losses, as European car manufacturers face the threat of closure. Massive protests could overwhelm governments and European leadership. Some are already warning of […]
The last European Council meeting of 2024 will be the first to be prepared and chaired by the institution’s new President, António Costa. Outlook for the EU leaders’ meetings on 18-19 December 2024
Booking.com’s compliance with the DMA marks a pivotal moment for digital market regulation in the EU. By leveling the playing field, the DMA seeks to empower smaller businesses and provide consumers with more options and better prices. Stakeholders across the industry will be watching closely to see how these changes unfold and impact the broader […]
Although the European Union has imposed definitive countervailing duties on Chinese battery electric vehicles (BEVs), the European Commission remains open to finding an amicable resolution with China. The Commission has expressed its willingness to negotiate price undertakings with individual exporters and is actively engaging with Chinese authorities to explore World Trade Organization (WTO)-compatible solutions. This […]
