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The document discusses regulations for packaging and labeling of tobacco products in the European Union. It proposes that tobacco product packaging have health warnings covering 75% of the front and back surfaces, with additional warnings on the sides. This raises intellectual property issues as it significantly reduces the space available for trademarks and branding. The document analyzes how these regulations may infringe upon trademark rights and property rights under EU and international laws. It examines relevant case law and argues the regulations do not adequately balance free movement of goods with intellectual property protection.
The document discusses lessons learned from the EU's implementation of the F-Gas Regulation, which phases down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) according to four pillars: sectoral bans, an HFC phase-down schedule, competence requirements, and containment measures. Some key lessons include: ensuring containment and competence form the basis of measures; relying on cooperation, data, and communication; requiring excellent governance and flexibility; aligning different measures; anticipating changes to standards and codes; supporting recovery, recycling, and reuse of refrigerants; and addressing energy efficiency through separate legislation. Overall, the HVACR industry has an opportunity but responsibility to grow sustainably using available technologies while the HFC phase-down is one approach among
The Brussels Development Briefing n. 58 on “Africa’s Agriculture Trade in a changing environment” organised by CTA, the European Commission/EuropeAid, the ACP Secretariat, IFPRI, Concord and BMZ/GIZ was held on Wednesday 23 October 2019 (9h00-13h00) at Hotel Sofitel Brussels Europe, Place Jourdan 1, 1040 Brussels.
The briefing brought various perspectives and experiences around the new trends and opportunities in intra-Africa trade in the context of free trade agreements and regional integration. It also showed Africa trade within the broader global trade picture and with the EU as one of the main trade partners.
Experts presented trends and prospects of regional trade in Africa in the light of new policy developments as well as Africa’s recent performance in different markets. It also featured successes and innovative models in regional trade across regions in Africa and lessons learned for upscaling and expanding regional trade.
The Brussels Development Briefing n. 58 on “Africa’s Agriculture Trade in a changing environment” organised by CTA, the European Commission/EuropeAid, the ACP Secretariat, IFPRI, Concord and BMZ/GIZ was held on Wednesday 23 October 2019 (9h00-13h00) at Hotel Sofitel Brussels Europe, Place Jourdan 1, 1040 Brussels.
The briefing brought various perspectives and experiences around the new trends and opportunities in intra-Africa trade in the context of free trade agreements and regional integration. It also showed Africa trade within the broader global trade picture and with the EU as one of the main trade partners.
Experts presented trends and prospects of regional trade in Africa in the light of new policy developments as well as Africa’s recent performance in different markets. It also featured successes and innovative models in regional trade across regions in Africa and lessons learned for upscaling and expanding regional trade.
The document discusses the implications of Brexit for the UK and EU meat sectors. It outlines that Brexit negotiations will focus on withdrawal terms, future trade relations, and possible transitional arrangements. Key issues for meat exporters include tariff treatment, compliance with import standards, and customs procedures if the UK leaves the EU single market and customs union. The document examines UK and EU beef and sheepmeat trade and provides examples of potential tariff barriers. It also discusses options for a transitional agreement and the proposed UK Trade Bill to establish new trade policies.
The document discusses regulations for packaging and labeling of tobacco products in the European Union. It proposes that tobacco product packaging have health warnings covering 75% of the front and back surfaces, with additional warnings on the sides. This raises intellectual property issues as it significantly reduces the space available for trademarks and branding. The document analyzes how these regulations may infringe upon trademark rights and property rights under EU and international laws. It examines relevant case law and argues the regulations do not adequately balance free movement of goods with intellectual property protection.
The document discusses lessons learned from the EU's implementation of the F-Gas Regulation, which phases down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) according to four pillars: sectoral bans, an HFC phase-down schedule, competence requirements, and containment measures. Some key lessons include: ensuring containment and competence form the basis of measures; relying on cooperation, data, and communication; requiring excellent governance and flexibility; aligning different measures; anticipating changes to standards and codes; supporting recovery, recycling, and reuse of refrigerants; and addressing energy efficiency through separate legislation. Overall, the HVACR industry has an opportunity but responsibility to grow sustainably using available technologies while the HFC phase-down is one approach among
The Brussels Development Briefing n. 58 on “Africa’s Agriculture Trade in a changing environment” organised by CTA, the European Commission/EuropeAid, the ACP Secretariat, IFPRI, Concord and BMZ/GIZ was held on Wednesday 23 October 2019 (9h00-13h00) at Hotel Sofitel Brussels Europe, Place Jourdan 1, 1040 Brussels.
The briefing brought various perspectives and experiences around the new trends and opportunities in intra-Africa trade in the context of free trade agreements and regional integration. It also showed Africa trade within the broader global trade picture and with the EU as one of the main trade partners.
Experts presented trends and prospects of regional trade in Africa in the light of new policy developments as well as Africa’s recent performance in different markets. It also featured successes and innovative models in regional trade across regions in Africa and lessons learned for upscaling and expanding regional trade.
The Brussels Development Briefing n. 58 on “Africa’s Agriculture Trade in a changing environment” organised by CTA, the European Commission/EuropeAid, the ACP Secretariat, IFPRI, Concord and BMZ/GIZ was held on Wednesday 23 October 2019 (9h00-13h00) at Hotel Sofitel Brussels Europe, Place Jourdan 1, 1040 Brussels.
The briefing brought various perspectives and experiences around the new trends and opportunities in intra-Africa trade in the context of free trade agreements and regional integration. It also showed Africa trade within the broader global trade picture and with the EU as one of the main trade partners.
Experts presented trends and prospects of regional trade in Africa in the light of new policy developments as well as Africa’s recent performance in different markets. It also featured successes and innovative models in regional trade across regions in Africa and lessons learned for upscaling and expanding regional trade.
The document outlines the main objectives of the TTIP, which are to eliminate tariffs and trade barriers on goods and services between the US and EU, lower customs duties on digital products, ensure equal labor and environmental standards, and obtain agreement on intellectual property rights and product standards. It then lists some areas of concern regarding the TTIP, such as its potential impacts on food safety, toxic chemicals regulation, climate policy, and transparency of the negotiations.
The document summarizes key facts about manufacturing in Wales, including that it represents 11% of the Welsh workforce and 15.8% of GDP. It notes manufacturing job losses have been less steep in Wales compared to the UK as a whole in recent years. Energy intensive industries are major emitters in Wales, representing around a quarter of total emissions. The document discusses the potential for industrial energy efficiency savings and decarbonization technologies to reduce emissions by 2050 according to UK government studies, but notes significant policy gaps remain to realize this potential.
Presentation on the World Trade Organization's Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade.
Developed by the International Trade Team of Barral M Jorge & Associates
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The document summarizes Estonia's position on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) post-2020. It calls for: 1) Continuing reforms to establish response mechanisms for crises while maintaining market orientation and equal competition; 2) A strong, ambitious EU budget to address societal challenges with financing that relies less on national funding; 3) Harmonizing direct payment levels across member states while limiting coupled support and using part of direct payments for risk management tools.
Pipeline materials such as oil, gas, or electricity are received directly through pipelines and cables rather than through traditional purchase orders and stock. These materials use a special stock type of "P" to record consumption without a purchase order or stock. All rate and tax information for pipeline materials is stored in info records under the category "Pipeline". Consumption is recorded through MIGO transactions and settlement is done through MRKO transactions similar to consignment materials.
What are the challenges for Rural Broadband. Here is a manufacturer´s perspective from Emtelle. Get in touch info@emtelle.com. Check www.emtelle.com for more info
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Chemical Watch Chemicals Management for Electronics Europe 2020: IPC Data Exc...raj takhar
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Considerations for the Strategy of excise taxation of tobacco productsSven Bergmann
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"Climate & energy policies: post 2020 EU ETS" | Dr Laura Cohen | EPCF 2014Cerame-Unie
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- India is the world's largest milk producer and major dairy exports include ghee, butter, cheese and milk powder. The UAE is a key export market for Indian dairy products.
- Key factors to consider for exporting dairy to the UAE include pricing based on production and transportation costs, distribution through major cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and promotional activities like advertising.
- The dairy industry should target all age groups across the UAE and position Indian products as the world's prime source of high-quality protein. Regulatory requirements to enter the UAE market and sell dairy include obtaining a trade license and following rules around branches in different emirates.
This document provides an overview of Ethiopia's economic performance by analyzing its major economic sectors - agriculture, industry, and services. It discusses that agriculture is the largest sector, contributing over 40% to GDP and employing the majority. Industry and services have been growing but remain relatively small. The document also examines measures of economic performance like GDP growth, inflation, unemployment, and balance of payments. Overall, it evaluates Ethiopia's predominantly agrarian economy and outlines recommendations to further develop the private sector and trade.
WTO was formed on January 1, 1995 to oversee international trade and replaced the previous GATT agreement. It aims to implement multilateral trade agreements and promote free trade. Key organs of the WTO include the Ministerial Conference and councils overseeing trade in goods, services, intellectual property, and dispute settlement. The WTO agreements cover trade in goods, services, intellectual property rights, agriculture, textiles, investment measures, and dispute resolution. India has benefited from WTO membership but still faces challenges in agriculture and other sectors.
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The document summarizes key facts about manufacturing in Wales, including that it represents 11% of the Welsh workforce and 15.8% of GDP. It notes manufacturing job losses have been less steep in Wales compared to the UK as a whole in recent years. Energy intensive industries are major emitters in Wales, representing around a quarter of total emissions. The document discusses the potential for industrial energy efficiency savings and decarbonization technologies to reduce emissions by 2050 according to UK government studies, but notes significant policy gaps remain to realize this potential.
Presentation on the World Trade Organization's Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade.
Developed by the International Trade Team of Barral M Jorge & Associates
The document outlines the Netherlands' priorities for the 2021 Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). It discusses strengthening market orientation while maintaining a safety net, transitioning direct payments to those for public goods like environmental protection, taking an integrated approach to sustainability goals, expanding the CAP to a common agriculture and food policy, and simplifying regulations. The key priorities are ensuring market orientation, payments for environmental services, an holistic sustainability approach, and simplification through subsidiarity and risk-based controls.
The document summarizes Estonia's position on the future of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) post-2020. It calls for: 1) Continuing reforms to establish response mechanisms for crises while maintaining market orientation and equal competition; 2) A strong, ambitious EU budget to address societal challenges with financing that relies less on national funding; 3) Harmonizing direct payment levels across member states while limiting coupled support and using part of direct payments for risk management tools.
Pipeline materials such as oil, gas, or electricity are received directly through pipelines and cables rather than through traditional purchase orders and stock. These materials use a special stock type of "P" to record consumption without a purchase order or stock. All rate and tax information for pipeline materials is stored in info records under the category "Pipeline". Consumption is recorded through MIGO transactions and settlement is done through MRKO transactions similar to consignment materials.
What are the challenges for Rural Broadband. Here is a manufacturer´s perspective from Emtelle. Get in touch info@emtelle.com. Check www.emtelle.com for more info
Copa and Cogeca represent over 23 million European farmers and 22,000 agricultural cooperatives. They advocate for a strong Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) post-2020 with simplified rules and support for farmers. Key priorities include maintaining CAP funding levels, improving market resilience through risk management tools, strengthening farmers' position in food supply chains, supporting rural development and investment, and facilitating generational renewal in farming. The timeline for negotiating the future CAP includes a public consultation concluding in May 2017 and legislative proposals expected in early 2018.
The document discusses the challenges facing the manufacturing and services sectors in the EU and the priorities of the new European Commission to address these challenges. It outlines barriers remaining in the internal market that limit growth. Key priorities for the Commission include developing a single market for goods, services, and procurement; modernizing industry through new technologies; and establishing a digital single market. Initiatives will focus on better enforcing rules, simplifying regulation, and supporting small businesses to strengthen the EU's industrial base and capitalize on opportunities in manufacturing and services.
Chemical Watch Chemicals Management for Electronics Europe 2020: IPC Data Exc...raj takhar
Presentation on the IPC Data Exchange Standards from a European participation perspective.
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The document discusses Indonesia's SVLK (Timber Legality Verification System) which aims to promote sustainable forest management and legal timber trade. It notes that Indonesia has over 134 million hectares of forested land across its 17,000+ islands. The SVLK system mandates legality certification and monitoring across Indonesia's forestry sector to ensure sustainability and meet international trade demands. Key achievements include improved governance, integrated verification systems between forestry and customs, and increased export acceptance due to joint efforts with the EU to curb illegal logging under their FLEGT-VPA agreement. Ongoing work focuses on further implementation and addressing ongoing challenges.
Considerations for the Strategy of excise taxation of tobacco productsSven Bergmann
Criminal networks profit greatly from illicit trade in various goods and sectors. Illicit trade takes many forms, including prohibited goods, irregular sales of regulated commodities, illegal sales of excised goods, and stolen goods. Tax differentials and high taxes drive excise fraud, which comes in many forms like smuggling, counterfeiting, illicit manufacturing, and tax evasion schemes. Effective strategies to combat illicit trade and excise fraud require a comprehensive approach involving government, industry, and enforcement working together utilizing existing tracking systems and focusing on data and flexibility.
"Climate & energy policies: post 2020 EU ETS" | Dr Laura Cohen | EPCF 2014Cerame-Unie
"Climate & energy policies: post 2020 EU ETS" by Dr Laura Cohen, CEO of British Ceramic Confederation.
Presentation made at the 15th European Parliament Ceramics Forum on 3 December 2014.
- India is the world's largest milk producer and major dairy exports include ghee, butter, cheese and milk powder. The UAE is a key export market for Indian dairy products.
- Key factors to consider for exporting dairy to the UAE include pricing based on production and transportation costs, distribution through major cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and promotional activities like advertising.
- The dairy industry should target all age groups across the UAE and position Indian products as the world's prime source of high-quality protein. Regulatory requirements to enter the UAE market and sell dairy include obtaining a trade license and following rules around branches in different emirates.
This document provides an overview of Ethiopia's economic performance by analyzing its major economic sectors - agriculture, industry, and services. It discusses that agriculture is the largest sector, contributing over 40% to GDP and employing the majority. Industry and services have been growing but remain relatively small. The document also examines measures of economic performance like GDP growth, inflation, unemployment, and balance of payments. Overall, it evaluates Ethiopia's predominantly agrarian economy and outlines recommendations to further develop the private sector and trade.
WTO was formed on January 1, 1995 to oversee international trade and replaced the previous GATT agreement. It aims to implement multilateral trade agreements and promote free trade. Key organs of the WTO include the Ministerial Conference and councils overseeing trade in goods, services, intellectual property, and dispute settlement. The WTO agreements cover trade in goods, services, intellectual property rights, agriculture, textiles, investment measures, and dispute resolution. India has benefited from WTO membership but still faces challenges in agriculture and other sectors.
Presentation by Private Sector Sector Specialist at a Business Luncheon hosted by SVG EPA Implementation Unit in Collaboration with SVG Chamber of Industry and Commerece
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Trade in services By. Ms. Allyson Francis - Trade in Services & Investment Sp...Antigua Epa
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The document discusses the concerns developing countries face in meeting increasingly stringent environmental regulations in international trade. Case studies show regulations on agriculture, fisheries, leather and textiles can be expensive for small producers and developing countries to comply with. National responses and international cooperation are needed to help developing countries strengthen capacities to meet standards, disseminate information, and participate in standard setting. Technical assistance should help build long-term capacities to comply with environmental standards and enhance export competitiveness.
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This is a presentation done by Export Agriculture students in Uva Wellassa University of Sri Lanka. The presentation includes WTO, its objectives, functions of WTO, agreements, Economic & political influece as well as the point of view of the group members relevent to Sri Lankan situation.
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http://www.future-agricultures.org/pastoralism/7984-pastoralism-in-ethiopia-new-briefings-and-paper
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European Centre for Development Policy Management (ECDPM)
Brussels, 23 November 2017 – EBCAM General Assembly
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How to assess the West Africa EPA?
1. EU-West Africa EPA
17 September 2014The International Trade Union House,
Bv du Roi Albert II, 5, 1210 Brussels
How to assess the West Africa EPA?
Dr San BILAL
sb@ecdpm.org
2. Achievements
• Successful conclusion…
• …at regional level…
• …before 1 October 2014
• regional unity & integrity preserved
• based on ECOWAS CET
• no trade disruption
= DEVELOPMENT ???
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3. Some key features of the EPA
• Focus on market access for goods
• DFQF access to EU (100% liberalisation)
• West Africa liberalises:
75% of tariff lines
over 20 years
• Policy space: trade defense instruments
• Community levied maintained (until new financing mechanism)
• No EU agricultural export subsidies
• MNF not automatic
• No explicit non-execution clause (Cotonou ref)
• Development chapter: PAPED (no additionality)
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5. Main products excluded
• Meat and meat products;
Preparation of meat; fresh,
chilled and frozen fish and
fish products; preparation
of fish products
• Milk and dairy products
• Vegetable products such
as edible vegetables, fruits,
nuts, some cereals (rice),
products of milling industry
(different types of flour);
• Animal and vegetable
fats and oils and prepared
edible fats
• Sugar and sugar
confectionary;
• Cocoa and cocoa
preparations;
• Preparation of cereals,
flour, starch and milk
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• Preparation of
vegetables, fruits and nuts
• Other edible preparation
such as tea, coffee,
sauces, seasonings etc.
• Beverages (alcoholic –
mainly beers and spirits)
and non-alcoholic (table
water etc.)
• Tobacco
• Cement
• Pharmaceutical products;
• Paint, varnish and mastic
• Perfumery, cosmetic and
toilet preparation;
• Soaps and washing
preparation; waxes
• Glues; pyrotechnic
products;
• Articles of plastic; Rubber
articles; leather products;
wood and wood articles;
paper, paperboard and
articles of paper pulp;
printed books and
newspapers
• Cotton (thread); other
vegetable textile fibres,
yarn and fabrics;
• Man made fibres; some
woven fabrics; some
knitted and crocheted
fabric;
• Articles of apparel and
clothing accessories;
• Glassware; some articles
of iron and steel; copper
and nickel
• Tools and cutlery of base
metals; some machinery
and mechanical appliances;
some electric machinery;
• Some furniture and
mattress support (wood
and metal); lighting and
fittings
6. Policy space?
• Existing export taxes are maintained;
possibility to introduce new taxes for infant
industries, revenue needs and environmental
protection on a limited number of products and
after consultations with the EU side
• Safeguard measures applicable for 4 years,
renewable once
• Specific safeguard clause for infant
industries, for up to 8 years and can be
renewed
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7. Assessing social impact
= Identify sensitive import-competing sectors
• Employment per sector/products: nb,
gender, youth, work conditions, etc.
• SMEs, informal, competition (monopoly?)
• Analysis per country/province?
• Loss of fiscal revenues?
• Support policies and measures?
=> Likely effects: concentrated in some
sectors/products in some countries/provinces
on some categories of workers/population
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8. Thank you
www.ecdpm.org
Reference:
Ramdoo, Isabelle (2014), ECOWAS and SADC EPAs:
A comparative analysis, ECDPM Discussion Paper 165
www.ecdpm.org/dp165
Dr San Bilal
Head of Economic Transformation and Trade
Editor of GREAT Insights
sb@ecdpm.org
Twitter @SanBilal1
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