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The European Commission: Out of Touch with Reality and Democracy

By Pieter Cleppe, editor-in-chief, BrusselsReport.eu As the European Commission charges ahead with a new climate ambition—cutting emissions by 90% by 2040 compared to 1990 levels—it seems determined to ignore both economic warning signs and the political will of European citizens. Despite a clear electoral setback for green parties in the 2024 European Parliament elections, Brussels […]

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EU Reveals Controversial Anti-Deforestation Rankings

In a move sparking international controversy, the European Commission has officially published its long-awaited country classifications under the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), revealing that all 27 EU member states have been placed in the “low risk” category. The EUDR introduces a risk-based system—low, standard, and high—that governs the level of due diligence required from companies

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Von der Leyen seeking a solution following global pushback against EU deforestation rules

The EU’s newly enforced anti-deforestation regulation, designed to curb imports tied to deforestation, has sparked global controversy and divided opinions within Europe. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is preparing to propose a solution to the impasse, as both international trading partners and EU politicians voice concerns over the rule’s impact. The regulation, which

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EP Rapporteur of EU deforestation directive to become European Commissioner

Christophe Hansen (picture), a former member of the European Parliament’s trade committee, has been nominated as Luxembourg’s next European Commissioner. The politician has a background in trade and environmental policy and may reportedly be considered to become the EU’s new Agriculture Commissioner. Reflecting on his nomination, Hansen stated, “I am honored to be entrusted with

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The Brexit debate continues

By Pieter Cleppe After Liz Truss’s brief interlude as British prime minister, the British Conservative Party is still struggling. In the opinion polls, the Tories are no less than 24 percentage points behind the Labour opposition. The new prime minister, Rishi Sunak, and 15 of his ministers even risk losing their seats in the upcoming

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