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The European Union is an economic and political partnership comprised of 27 nations within the Eurozone. The EU was established in 1948 to promote stability and cooperation among member states in the aftermath of WWII. The EU maintains a common currency as well as several intranational institutions, including the European Parliament and the European Commission. less -
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The Current State of Cannabis Reform and Marijuana Policy in European Union Nations

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I recently traveled to Amsterdam to participate in an expert seminar on European cannabis and drug policy. The seminar covered various topics, including a thought experiment on where European Union (EU) cannabis reform was...more

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Europe Daily News, 27 March 2024

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COMPETITION - Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11517 - CKI / CKA / Phoenix Energy) - Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.11084 - SMRP / SAS Autosytemtechnik)...more

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Europe Daily News, 20 March 2024

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COMPETITION - Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.11298 - Bilfinger / Stork Europe) - Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.11490 - Blackrock / Canadian Solar / Recurrent Energy)...more

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Europe Daily News, 26 February 2024

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COMPETITION - Appeal brought on 4 January 2024 by Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd and Cephalon Inc. against the judgment of the General Court of 18 October 2023 in Case T-74/21, Teva Pharmaceutical Industries and...more

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Europe Daily News, 23 February 2024

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COMPETITION - Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11405 - Ultima / BTB) - Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11471 - Investindustrial / Fassi Holding)...more

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Europe Daily News, 22 February 2024

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COMPETITION - Communication from the Commission – Commission Notice on the definition of the relevant market for the purposes of Union competition law Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11483 - MSD Hospitality /...more

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Europe Daily News, 21 February 2024

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COMPETITION - Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11395 - Mytilineos / Volterra) - Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11440 - Clearlake / Insight / Alteryx)...more

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Europe Daily News, 13 February 2024

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COMPETITION - Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11420 - Blackstone / Vista / ADAPT2) - Non-opposition to a notified concentration (Case M.11414 - Skion / Bitburger / Avista Oil)...more

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Europe Daily News, 12 February 2024

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COMPETITION - Digital Markets Act: the application by Bytedance (TikTok) seeking suspension of the Commission decision designating it as a gatekeeper is dismissed (See CPR No.28/2024 - Order of the President of the General...more

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Europe Daily News, 8 February 2024

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COMPETITION - Opinion of Advocate General Emiliou of 8 February 2024 in Case C‑425/22, MOL Magyar Olaj- és Gázipari Nyrt. Vs. Mercedes-Benz Group AG...more

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Europe Daily News, 7 February 2024

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COMPETITION - Prior notification of a concentration (Case M.11380 - Inpex / KHI / Iwatani / JSE) - Commission clears creation of joint venture by MC, DTHAG and MMC (M.11424) - Midday Express...more

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The new guidelines on cooperation in the agri-food sector show a more pragmatic approach to sustainability agreements under EU...

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On 7 December 2023, the EC published new guidelines on when farmers and agriculture related businesses can, subject to certain conditions, enter into cooperation agreements on sustainability without breaching EU competition...more

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NGOs Urge EC Not to Label Certain Agriculture and Livestock Practices as Sustainable

On March 8, 2023, 25 organizations wrote to the European Commission concerning its treatment of agriculture in the forthcoming Taxonomy Delegated Act, urging them to follow the advice published by their own expert group. The...more

Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe LLP

PNRR as the new Marshall Plan for Europe and Italy

On April 27, 2021, the Italian Parliament, in both Chambers, Representative and Senate, approved the National Recovery and Resilience Plan. Now the Government shall submit within April 30th the Plan to the European Commission...more

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Covid–19 coronavirus update: an overview of European Commission State aid decisions (updated 13 November 2020)

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Under State aid rules, UK and EEA Member State governments may not generally provide selective assistance to businesses without prior approval from the European Commission (EC). This includes assistance in the form of...more

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Genetically modified soybean authorised by the European Commission for food and feed use

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On 28 September 2020, the European Commission authorized a genetically modified organism (GMO) for food and feed use: the glyphosate resistant soybean MON 87708 x MON 89788 x MON A5547-127. The authorization of these...more

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EU wine producers can now benefit from a temporary relaxation in competition rules

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The European wine sector has been greatly affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. According to statistics from the European Commission (EC), there has been a 30% reduction in the volume of wine sold and a 50% drop in the value of...more

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Financial Daily Dose 6.12.2020 | Top Story: American Airlines Pledges Loyalty Program as Collateral for COVID Stimulus Package

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American Airlines Group Inc. stated that it plans to pledge its loyalty program “as collateral for a $4.75 billion government loan as it seeks to shore up capital to manage through the coronavirus pandemic.” The company...more

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Food & Beverage Litigation Update l May 2020 #3

LEGISLATION, REGULATIONS & STANDARDS - EU Announces “Farm to Fork Strategy” The European Commission has announced the adoption of strategies to support biodiversity and “transition to a sustainable EU food system that...more

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COVID-19: EU Relaxes Competition Rules for Cooperation in Dairy, Potato, and Flower Sectors

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The European Commission (EC) on May 4 announced the adoption of exceptional derogations from EU competition rules to allow certain types of cooperation in the following sectors: milk and milk products, potatoes, and live...more

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Food & Beverage Litigation Update l February 2020 #2

LEGISLATION, REGULATIONS & STANDARDS - France to Ban Mass Culling of Male Chicks - France’s agriculture minister has reportedly announced that the country will prohibit the mass culling of male chicks shortly after they...more

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Financial Daily Dose 1.22.2020 | Top Story: Boeing Again Delays Return of 737Max to the Skies

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Boeing has again pushed back the return of its flawed 737Max model, revealing yesterday that it doesn’t expect regulators to sign-off on their return to the air until at least summer....more

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Food & Beverage Litigation Update l December 2019

LEGISLATION, REGULATIONS & STANDARDS - FDA Issues Warning Letters, Consumer Update On CBD, Sparking Litigation Against CBD Cos. - The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a consumer update on cannabidiol...more

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Regulation of cannabis in Italy: use in food and cosmetics

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In Italy, the cultivation and the industrial use of hemp has a long tradition and recent changes in the law have led to a revival. While a law enacted in 2016 promotes the cultivation of hemp as a means to preserve...more

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Food & Beverage Litigation Update | November 2018 #3

LEGISLATION, REGULATIONS & STANDARDS - California Passes Cage-Free Eggs Mandate - California residents voted to pass a measure that will require by 2022 that all eggs sold in the state come from cage-free hens. ...more

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