New import surveillance tool to prevent harmful trade diversion
The European Commission has launched a new system to protect the EU from sudden import surges. This tool helps prevent harmful trade diversions, where goods unable to enter other markets are redirected to the EU. By providing fact-based information, the Commission can quickly identify import surges and take early action to protect the EU market from negative effects.
The Commission invites manufacturers, industry associations, and Member States to review import trends and provide additional market intelligence. This will help identify products at risk due to significant import increases.
More information on the new import surveillance tool is available in a press release online.
Exports boost EU agri-food trade surplus in February 2025
The latest agri-food trade report shows that the EUs trade surplus increased to €4.4 billion in February 2025. Exports rose while imports slightly decreased but remained higher than in February 2024.
More insights and detailed tables are available in the latest edition of the monthly EU agri-food trade report.
Commission announces €175 million for recovery in Syria
The Commission has announced a new €175 million support package for Syria, focusing on social and economic recovery. The funding will support public institutions and increase access to finance for vulnerable populations.
More information is available in a press release online.
EU Investment Fund supports Danish companies exporting to Ukraine
The European Investment Fund has signed its first agreement under the EUs new export credit guarantee facility with Denmark, allowing Danish companies to conduct export credit transactions up to €20 million.
More information is available in a press release online.
Commission considers revision of State aid rules for better access to affordable housing
The European Commission seeks feedback on revising State aid rules for services of general economic interest (SGEI) to address affordable housing. This aims to stimulate investments.
A press release is available online.
Commission approves €211 million Irish State aid measure for audiovisual programmes
The European Commission has approved an Irish tax credit measure of €211 million to promote the production of unscripted audiovisual programmes with Irish and European cultural content.
More information is available under case number SA.117991 in the State aid register.
Commission clears acquisition of Saxo Bank by BJSS
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Saxo Bank by BJSS. There are no competition concerns.
More information is available in the case register under case number M.11968.
Commission clears acquisition of Carschhaus by Central Group
The European Commission has approved the acquisition of Carschhaus by Central Group. There are no competition concerns.
More information is available in the case register under case number M.11978.