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New EU Chips Act

October 21st, 2021|Technology, Top News, Top Stories|

"Creating links, not dependencies" said Commission President von der Leyen during her SOTEU speech, emphasizing the EU’s ambition to reduce reliance on external supplies of core products and parts. [...]

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Rule of law

April 20th, 2021|Rule of law, Top News, Top Stories|

As part of its continued efforts to strengthen the rule of law in Europe, the Portuguese Presidency of the EU Council will host the first annual high-level conference on [...]

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Sustainability

April 20th, 2021|Sustainability, Top News, Top Stories|

In March 2021, the EP adopted an Own Initiative Report calling for a binding EU law to ensure companies are held accountable and liable for human rights and environment [...]

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Artificial Intelligence

April 20th, 2021|AI, Top News, Top Stories|

One area which poses many challenges to fundamental rights is artificial intelligence (AI). On 21st April 2021, the European Commission will present a horizontal legislative proposal for trustworthy AI. [...]

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New EC fair tax package

October 13th, 2020|Financial|

As part of the EU recovery agenda, the EC has adopted a comprehensive new tax package. The overall aim is to boost tax fairness, protect against unfair competition and [...]

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European Justice Stakeholders Forum news

June 25th, 2020|Uncategorized|

COVID-19 continues to present many challenges to rule of law and fundamental rights. Responsible Business Conduct (RBC) is to be a major focus of the EU’s recovery plan. European [...]

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Trade review & foreign subsidies

June 25th, 2020|Uncategorized|

In June, the EC launched a public consultation (until 15th September) on a comprehensive review of EU trade policy. Topics include WTO reform and how to maximise the contribution [...]