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September 23, 2025
Published by IBL on September 23, 2025
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As the EU prepares to fully implement its Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) in January 2026, concerns are mounting that this flagship climate policy could backfire, increasing costs for European businesses and consumers while sparking international trade disputes.
August 28, 2025
Published by EPICENTER on August 28, 2025
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The European Union has committed to reaching climate neutrality by 2050, with a proposed 90% emissions reduction target for 2040. A Linear Route to Net Zero, assesses the economic and political feasibility of this goal.
August 25, 2025
Published by EPICENTER on August 25, 2025
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The European Commission’s Simplification Agenda aims to boost competitiveness by cutting reporting requirements by 25% and reducing regulatory costs for businesses by up to €40 billion, as outlined in the 2025 Competitiveness Compass.
August 19, 2025
Published by EPICENTER on August 19, 2025
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The EU–US trade deal was reached under the shadow of Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs and growing fears of a transatlantic trade war.
July 31, 2025
Published by EPICENTER on July 31, 2025
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The European Commission’s SME Relief Package is a response to the growing challenges faced by small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the EU, including excessive red tape, regulatory fragmentation, and weak cross-border scalability.
July 16, 2025
Published by EPICENTER on July 16, 2025
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High tobacco taxes are often seen as a public health tool, but excessive duties are now driving the growth of Europe’s black market.
