Overview of Recent EU Regulations and Decisions
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2825
This regulation amends Annex I of Implementing Regulation (EU) 2023/594, focusing on special control measures for African swine fever (ASF) within the European Economic Area (EEA). It updates the classification of restricted zones in response to new epidemiological data and ASF outbreaks in several member states, including Latvia, Italy, Poland, and Slovakia. The regulation emphasizes a dynamic approach, allowing timely updates to restricted zones based on ongoing monitoring and scientific principles to combat the disease effectively.
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/2795
This regulation defers the application of the Fundamental Review of the Trading Book (FRTB) standards for calculating own funds requirements for market risk in the EU by one year, now effective from January 1, 2026. During this period, institutions must continue reporting using previous methods, ensuring a smooth transition and maintaining competitive balance with international standards. The regulation aligns its provisions with other related regulations to avoid inconsistencies in reporting and disclosure requirements.
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/2788
This regulation amends Regulation (EU) 2019/1009 regarding polymers in Component Material Category 11 (CMC 11) related to EU fertilising products. It introduces stricter criteria for the use of natural and synthetic polymers, emphasizing biodegradability and environmental safety. The regulation aims to align with the REACH regulation, ensuring that only safe and compliant polymers are utilized in fertilising products, with a transitional period for stakeholders to adapt to the new requirements.
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/2791
The regulation updates the Union list of permitted substances for food intended for infants and young children and special medical purposes, allowing the inclusion of iron milk caseinate as a source of iron. This addition is based on safety assessments by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and comes into effect twenty days after publication, facilitating enhanced nutritional options in specialized food categories.
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/2790
This regulation clarifies the types of polymers permitted in Component Material Category 1 (CMC 1) of Regulation (EU) 2019/1009. It specifies exclusions for certain polymers while allowing the inclusion of those covered by CMC 8 and CMC 9. The regulation aligns with environmental protection objectives, requiring compliance with biodegradability criteria and ensuring a uniform application across Member States.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2817
This regulation updates the lists of third countries authorized for the entry of poultry and germinal products into the EU, specifically amending entries for the United States in response to improved health status following outbreaks of avian influenza. The regulation ensures that products from authorized zones can be imported under specified conditions, reflecting the EU’s commitment to maintaining high food safety standards.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2766
This regulation concerns the non-approval of caffeine as a basic substance for plant protection products due to significant health and environmental risks identified in scientific assessments. The decision reflects the EU’s stringent safety standards for agricultural practices and prohibits the use of caffeine in this context unless further applications meet safety criteria in the future.
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/2787
This regulation amends Regulation (EU) 2019/1009 to include specific biodegradability criteria for mulch films used in agriculture. The amendments are aimed at ensuring that these films do not accumulate in the environment, with clear requirements for biodegradation in both soil and aquatic environments, enhancing sustainability in agricultural practices.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2792
The regulation approves an amendment to the specification for the protected designation of origin (PDO) ‘Pico’, ensuring that only products meeting specific geographical criteria can be marketed under this name. This step reinforces the EU’s commitment to protecting agricultural products with specific geographical indications.
Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/2785
This regulation establishes a fisheries closure for the undulate ray in Portuguese waters due to the exhaustion of the allocated fishing quota. It outlines prohibitions on fishing for this species while allowing for the management of existing catches, reflecting the EU’s commitment to sustainable fisheries management.
Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2024/2786
This regulation amends Regulation (EU) 2019/1009 to clarify the presence of enterococci in fertilising products and introduces provisions for presumption of compliance without verification for certain materials. It also revises tolerance rules for labelling parameters, ensuring consistent application across Member States with regard to fertilising products.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2768
This regulation grants EU protection to the Appellation of Origin ‘Tête de Moine / Tête de Moine, Fromage de Bellelay’, ensuring that only products meeting specific criteria can be marketed under this designation. The regulation’s entry into force supports the preservation of quality and authenticity in traditional food products.
Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2793
The regulation establishes the official entry of the geographical indication ‘Chistorra de Navarra / Txistorra de Navarra / Nafarroako Txistorra’ into the Union register, recognizing its unique characteristics linked to its geographical origin. This registration enhances consumer trust and supports the marketability of regional products.
Decision No 1/2024 of the Joint EU/Switzerland Air Transport Committee
This decision updates and replaces the Annex of the existing Agreement on Air Transport between the EU and Switzerland, reflecting regulatory changes and ensuring the alignment of air transport policies. It includes provisions on competition, aviation safety, and environmental standards, enhancing the collaborative regulatory framework between the parties.
Agreement Between the EU and Armenia on Judicial Cooperation
This Agreement establishes a framework for enhancing judicial cooperation between the European Union Agency for Criminal Justice Cooperation (Eurojust) and the competent authorities of Armenia in combating serious crime, particularly organized crime and terrorism. It facilitates the transfer of personal data to support investigations and prosecutions while ensuring the protection of individual rights.
