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In trilogue talks, EU institutions signed off on a package of irresponsible measures, including a one-year delay, a narrowing of the regulation’s scope, and a review scheduled for April 2026 that could open the door to further weakening. The political compromise to dilute the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) marks another step in Brussels’ reckless drift towards environmental deregulation.

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The European Commission took aim at X for breaking the DSA, proof that Europe’s landmark law can bite. Despite political pressure and corporate pushback, the EU is showing that online platforms can and will be held accountable for practices that mislead users, cause harm, or undermine democracy.

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EuroCommerce acknowledges the European Commission’s Quality Jobs Roadmap, but urges caution. With competitiveness a top priority, the retail and wholesale sector calls for balance, not more complexity. EuroCommerce says the focus should remain on better enforcement, dialogue and capacity building.