As a key player in global criminal justice cooperation, Eurojust works together with the European Commission to keep Europe safe. To mark the start of his mandate, European Commissioner for Democracy, Justice and the Rule of Law Michael McGrath visited Eurojust’s headquarters in The Hague.
Competition law and distribution deals: The exclusive distributor must be protected against active sales in its territory by all the supplier’s other buyers, according to the EU Advocate General.
The value of digital payments for retail sales in the EU has skyrocketed, doubling since 2017 to exceed €1 trillion. Yet, the EU’s regulatory framework for card fee-setting lacks regular review to ensure its continued relevance. Meanwhile, challenges persist in achieving seamless account data-sharing, leaving critical gaps in the digital payments landscape.
According to the European Court of Justice, a customer’s gender identity is not necessary data for the purchase of a transport ticket. But the collection of data regarding customers’ titles is not objectively indispensable, in particular where its purpose is to personalise commercial communication.
The following excerpt comes from the draft election program 2025 of Germany’s Alternative für Deutschland (AfD), expected to be officially adopted at the party’s Federal Conference on January 11 and 12, 2025. Insight EU has selected the chapter titled “Time for Security”, which outlines the party’s positions on critical international relations, including its stance toward the United States, China, and Russia. This translation, prepared with the support of ChatGPT, aims
Germany’s Federal Cabinet today approved the reform of the Advisory Commission by establishing an arbitration court for Nazi-looted art. This decision lays the groundwork for improved restitution practices on the federal level.
“Grenzen dürfen nicht mit Gewalt verschoben werden – dies gelte für jedes Land, ob im Osten oder Westen”. Das hat Bundeskanzler Olaf Scholz nach Gesprächen mit europäischen Partnern erklärt. Es sei ein “gewisses Unverständnis deutlich geworden, was aktuelle Äußerungen aus den USA angeht”. Der angehende US-Präsident Donald Trump hatte bei einer Pressekonferenz am 7. Januar 2025 Ansprüche auf Kanada, Grönland und den Panama-Kanal angemeldet.
The EU General Court orders the Commission to pay damages to a visitor to its ‘Conference on the Future of Europe’ website as a result of the transfer of personal data to the United States. By means of the ‘Sign in with Facebook’ hyperlink displayed on the EU Login webpage, the Commission created the conditions for transmission of the IP address of the individual concerned to the US undertaking Meta
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the creation of a joint venture by STRABAG AG and Becker Umweltdienste GmbH, both of Germany. The transaction relates primarily to the sector of waste disposal in Germany.
Paweł Wąsik took up his duties as the new National Member for Poland at Eurojust this week. He replaces Mr Marius Skowronski and will serve a term of four years. He is an experienced public prosecutor who has been posted at the Agency since 2016 as Assistant to the National Member for Poland. He currently heads the Economic Crime Team at Eurojust.
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Adamant Ecodev S.r.l. of Italy by OMV Downstream GmbH of Austria and Adamant BioNRG AG of Switzerland. The transaction relates primarily to the trading of renewable feedstock.
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the creation of a joint venture by AB Sagax (‘Sagax’) of Sweden and Swiss Life Investment Management Holding AG (‘Swiss Life’) of Switzerland. The transaction relates primarily to the letting of real estate to third parties in Finland.
Europe is confronted with a rise of economic statecraft in a more polycentric and confrontational geopolitical landscape. Experts at the European Policy Centre analyse the changes the sanctions policy has undergone in recent years, requiring a more integrated and assertive EU approach to sanctions.
The MEPs will travel to Mumbai, Pune, and Bengaluru to discuss issues relating to the Committee on Internal Market and Consumer Protection’s legislative priorities.
“It is a great honour for me to be in Warsaw at the launch of the Polish Presidency. Our shared vision for Europe has been based on the same values, the same principles, the same strategic purpose: to strengthen the unity of member states, the effectiveness of European institutions, the prosperity of European citizens” – European Council President Costa.
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of joint control of EEW Offshore Wind EU by EEW Holding, both of Germany, and Sumitomo of Japan. The transaction relates primarily to the manufacturing of large steel tubes used in the construction of offshore wind farms.
The EU Commission is launching a call for evidence inviting all interested parties to submit their views and ideas to inform the future Single Market Strategy.
The EU Gender Balance on Corporate Boards Directive entered into application at the end of 2024, aiming for a more balanced gender representation on the boards of listed companies across all EU Member States.
Ms Pospieszalska has over a decade of experience working in the field of international cooperation in criminal matters with extensive expertise in extraditions, mutual legal assistance, electronic evidence and cross-border asset forfeiture.
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of joint control of certain assets of Computing Technology Industry Association, Inc. (‘CompTIA’) by H.I.G. Capital, L.L.C. (‘HIG Capital’) and Thoma Bravo, L.P. (‘Thoma Bravo’), all of the US. The transaction relates primarily to the information technology sector.
The European Commission has approved, under the EU Merger Regulation, the acquisition of sole control of Ethos Energy Group Limited (‘Ethos Energy’) of the UK by One Equity Partners Capital Advisors, LP (‘One Equity Partners’) of the US. The transaction relates primarily to the manufacture and maintenance of power transformers.
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