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Ukraine: Europeans and Americans demand respect for territorial integrity

In a joint statement relayed by the European Commission, Europeans, Ukrainians and Americans affirm that any future agreement must respect Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.

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EU unveils Digital Fairness Act to regulate influencers and social media

The European Commission presents a consumer protection bill, the Digital Fairness Act, targeting the commercial practices of influencers, social networks and video games, including misleading interfaces and addictive features.

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European Commission wants to simplify Birds and Habitats Directives in 2027

The European Commission's 2027 work programme foresees 23 new "simplification" initiatives, including a revision of the Birds and Habitats Directives, denounced as a "historic mistake" by environmental defenders.

Octroi de mer: Brussels seeks to broaden eligible Réunionese production

The European Commission wants to allow new Réunionese production to benefit from a reduced octroi de mer to support the local economy, without any price guarantee.

Brussels approves the acquisition of Ceconomy, Fnac Darty shareholder, by Chinese JD.com

The European Commission has authorised the acquisition of German retailer Ceconomy, a key shareholder of Fnac Darty, by Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com.

Food contact: European Commission authorizes four new substances

A European Commission regulation published on October 29 authorizes four new substances suitable for food contact, amending the regulations on plastics.

EU suspends national laws banning social media for minors for one year

The European Commission is suspending for one year national draft laws banning social media for minors in order to prioritize common legislation at Union level.

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European Commission proposes sweeping Frontex reform

Brussels has presented a reform of the European border surveillance agency, providing for up to 30,000 agents and expanded powers regarding expulsions.

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Brussels urges member states to prepare for the 3-degree climate scenario

The European Commission calls on the 27 EU member states to draw up adaptation plans with a view to 3 degrees of warming by 2100, while maintaining the 1.5-degree target.