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Supply chains: EU Commission plans to defuse directive

The EU Commission wants to relieve the bureaucratic burden on companies. For example, due diligence obligations in supply chains are to be limited to direct business relationships. However, opposition is forming.

By Amelie Richter

DSA: Commission provides toolbox for elections

With a toolkit for elections, the Commission wants to provide the Digital Services Coordinators of the member states with guidance and tools on how to better protect the integrity of elections.

By Corinna Visser

Sofia: Protesters attack EU representation

During protests against the introduction of the euro in Bulgaria, demonstrators threw Molotov cocktails and red paint at the façade of the EU representation in the capital.

By Redaktion Table

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USA: Memorandum to restrict Chinese investments

Trump signed a memorandum intended to promote foreign investment in the US and protect US national security interests. The order is primarily directed against Chinese investments and will be extended to sensitive technologies.

By Ning Wang

Before IPO: Shein reports profit slump

The fast fashion retailer Shein is facing growing pressure. It recently had to significantly reduce its valuation ahead of a planned IPO. Now profits have plummeted.

By Ning Wang