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Analysis of Recent EU Regulations
1. Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/2730
This regulation establishes a fisheries closure for Mediterranean albacore in the Mediterranean Sea, specifically for vessels registered in Italy. It prohibits fishing activities for Mediterranean albacore after the exhaustion of the allocated quota for Italy in 2024, which was reached on the specified date. The regulation includes strict bans on catching, retaining, transhipping, or landing any fish from this stock, aiming to prevent overfishing and ensure sustainable management of marine resources. The provisions are immediately effective upon publication.
2. Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2699
This regulation sets out procedural rules for collaboration and information exchange between the Member State Coordination Group on Health Technology Assessment (HTA) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA). It requires the EMA to provide vital information on upcoming medicinal product submissions and medical devices, ensuring that joint clinical assessments can occur efficiently. The regulation includes measures for secure information exchange and confidentiality, with specific timelines for reporting and implementation set for January 12, 2025.
3. Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/2706
This regulation establishes a fisheries closure for Norway lobster in specific areas applicable to vessels flagged in Belgium, effective from October 1, 2024. The closure is due to the exhaustion of the fishing quota allocated to Belgium for the year 2024. It prohibits fishing activities in designated areas but allows for certain handling of previously caught lobster, while requiring that unintended catches be recorded against quotas. The regulations are binding across all EU Member States and emphasize sustainable fishing practices.
4. Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2690
This regulation outlines technical and methodological requirements for cybersecurity risk management applicable to various service providers, such as DNS and cloud computing platforms. It specifies criteria for classifying significant incidents, including financial loss and data breaches, and mandates regular compliance assessments. The regulation seeks to enhance the cybersecurity posture of entities within the EU and outlines strict incident handling and reporting procedures.
5. Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2694
This regulation authorizes magnesium L-threonate as a novel food in the EU and amends the previous Implementing Regulation (EU) 2017/2470. It grants exclusive marketing rights to AIDP Inc. for a period of five years and establishes labeling requirements for products containing magnesium L-threonate. The regulation ensures that the product meets defined safety standards before being sold within the EU market.
6. Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2692
This regulation amends existing provisions regarding the approval or withdrawal of disease-free status for specific Member States concerning transmissible animal diseases. It updates the status of regions in Italy and other Member States due to disease outbreaks and approves expanded eradication programs in Spain, highlighting the EU’s commitment to animal health management.
7. Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2686
This regulation initiates an investigation into potential circumvention of anti-dumping measures on graphite electrode systems imported from China. It sets procedures for registering imports and deadlines for interested parties to submit evidence and requests, aiming to ensure compliance and fair trading practices in the EU market.[:]
