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EU ‘protectionism’ risks a global backlash

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EU

EU protectionism.

EU will struggle to convert China policy into reality

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EU/CHINA

Prior to their visit, von der Leyen outlined the Commission’s “de-risking” policy towards China, whose aims include enhancing strategic independence from China and protecting EU…

The EU’s international trade priorities are shifting

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EU

From the strategy, it appears the EU no longer sees free trade deals as an end in themselves but as another instrument -- alongside tools such as Carbon Border Adjustment Measures…

EU will likely adopt a more protectionist trade policy

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EU

The EU, concerned at the future of its own automotive industry, has threatened a ‘Buy European’ approach in response. Protection is rising as the WTO weakens and states target…

Key EU response unlikely to soothe industry concerns

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EU

The proposals are the EU’s response to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) announced by the US government in August. Thus far, IRA subsidies appear to be encouraging major…

EU-US trade relations will improve but not flourish

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EU/US

Biden's strong support for transatlanticism and multilateralism augurs well for a more understanding and cooperative trading relationship with the EU and will bring an end to the…

Carbon border taxes raise international dispute risks

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INTERNATIONAL

Increasingly demanding climate mitigation targets in some economies have raised concerns over industry competitiveness and possible relocations of carbon-intensive industries. The…

EU may struggle to enforce social standards via trade

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EU

In 2020 the European Commission appointed a Chief Trade Enforcement Officer for the first time, signalling that Brussels is intent on enhancing its capacity to enforce standards…

UK government will look to re-set its agenda

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UNITED KINGDOM

The departure opens up new possibilities for the government’s future policy agenda in issues such as Brexit, relations with the EU and domestic policy, as well the prime…

Trade deals will boost EU organic agriculture

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EU

Outlook for the EU organic agriculture sector.