Australia deal: Commission defends agreement against criticism
During the negotiations for the deal, the European Commission took into account the cumulative impact of free trade agreements on domestic agriculture.
By Antonia Zimmermann
During the negotiations for the deal, the European Commission took into account the cumulative impact of free trade agreements on domestic agriculture.
By Antonia Zimmermann
The European Commission plans to implement a range of measures to lower energy prices and ensure security of supply. Plans to provide relief to businesses in several areas are outlined in two draft proposals.
By Manuel Berkel
The European Commission plans to allow new state subsidies to address rising energy prices. On Monday evening, it released the first details of the new state aid framework. It is also expected that there will be new opportunities for gas-fired power plants.
By Manuel Berkel
The agreement offers significant economic benefits through the elimination of tariffs and sends a geopolitical signal against protectionist trends.
By Antonia Zimmermann
Nigeria aims to transform its fragmented livestock sector into a $74 billion powerhouse by 2035, anchoring its $1 trillion national economy goal on a newly created dedicated ministry.
By Silas Jonathan
German Agriculture Minister Alois Rainer has completed his trip to South Africa. The focus was on the fight against foot-and-mouth disease.
By David Renke
The EU Climate Advisory Council is proposing a pricing system for agricultural emissions. At the same time, climate-damaging subsidies from the Common Agricultural Policy are to be phased out.
By Julia Dahm
The clauses can now be published in the Official Journal of the EU and enter into force.
By Antonia Zimmermann
The free trade agreement with Australia has so far met with less resistance from EU farmers than the trade deal with Mercosur. Comparable environmental and social standards and lower export quotas have provoked less criticism. However, this could change.
By Antonia Zimmermann and Julia Dahm
The tariffs China had threatened on EU dairy products will take effect on Feb. 13. However, the duties are significantly lower than expected.
By Leonardo Pape