European Union: International Trade & Investment

Cyprus has completely overhauled its cryptocurrency regulatory framework with the closure of its national register and the implementation of the EU-wide MiCA regime. Understanding the new CASP licence requirements, capital classifications, and the CySEC approval process is now essential for any crypto business seeking to operate across all 27 EU member states through a single Cyprus licence.

Recent reports from the Mediterranean have raised questions about whether Italian customs officials can require yachts to visit non-EU ports before recognizing renewed Temporary Admission periods, despite EU-wide customs rules that appear to permit simpler exit-and-return procedures. This analysis examines the legal framework governing Temporary Admission for non-EU yachts, the evidence requirements for proving departure from EU customs territory, and whether Italy's reported practices align with European U

France has reformed its foreign direct investment regime, broadening the scope of the 10% voting-rights threshold to capture French entities listed on nearly all regulated markets worldwide. The changes, effective August 17, 2026, extend FDI notification requirements to include major third-country exchanges through EU equivalence decisions and six specifically named markets, significantly expanding the reach of French investment screening for non-European investors.

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Malta has formally brought into force amendments to its double taxation agreement with the Republic of San Marino, marking another step in the country’s ongoing efforts to strengthen international tax cooperation...

The European Union has adopted a new regulation on foreign direct investment screening that will take effect in 2028, establishing mandatory minimum standards across all Member States. This marks a significant shift from the previous cooperation-based framework toward harmonized requirements for reviewing foreign investments in sensitive sectors. While the regulation introduces common procedures and expanded scope, national variations in implementation are expected to persist, creating new considerations fo

Dutch Customs has launched a major investigation involving raids in Rotterdam and Amsterdam, searches of a container vessel, and the arrest of its captain.

French President Macron has announced the seizure of the tanker Tagor in the Atlantic Ocean, approximately 400 nautical miles west of France. The vessel, which was en route from Murmansk and suspected of sailing under a false flag, was intercepted in international waters with support from the British Royal Navy.

Polish authorities have uncovered a sophisticated smuggling operation involving sanctioned goods being exported to Belarus through falsified documentation and customs corruption.