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The European Union is an economic and political partnership comprised of 27 nations within the Eurozone. The EU was established in 1948 to promote stability and cooperation among member states in the aftermath of WWII. The EU maintains a common currency as well as several intranational institutions, including the European Parliament and the European Commission. less -

The 2025 Artificial Intelligence Action Summit: The U.S. Stands (Almost) Alone

Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP on 2/17/2025

At the recent Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris, France, on February 10-11, 2025, U.S. Vice President JD Vance emphasized America’s commitment to AI leadership and to avoiding excessive regulation of AI. The...more

In the US and Europe, Export and Import Controls May Be Expanded

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP on 1/16/2025

Key Points - - Under the second Trump administration, the U.S. is expected to increase export control restrictions on China, particularly in the semiconductor sector, as well as to expand other China-related national...more

Global Supply Chain Horizons - December 2024

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP on 12/18/2024

Welcome to the latest edition of our quarterly global supply chain horizons providing you with an update on the key developments from around the world - Asia - China: Export ban of critical minerals to the US - On December...more

2024 TEC Institute Summit: Key Insights and Takeaways

Cornerstone Research on 5/31/2024

The inaugural TEC Institute Summit took place on 24 April 2024, organised in collaboration with Cornerstone Research and the European University Institute’s Centre for a Digital Society. Policymakers, technological...more

Q&A: What does 2024 have in store for European M&A?

Proskauer Rose LLP on 12/7/2023

There is a wealth of dry powder to spend but 2023 has seen M&A deal activity hampered by rising costs of debt, unstable markets, supply chain issues, general political uncertainty, and fear of global recession. So, what does...more

US-Canada Critical Mineral, EV Battery, and Semiconductor Cross-Border Supply Chain Issues

Mintz - Energy & Sustainability Viewpoints on 11/7/2023

The Inflation Reduction Act (“IRA”) has garnered criticism from the European Union (“EU”) due in large part to its domestic sourcing requirements. Some in Canada have echoed this criticism, including Michael Harvey, vice...more

Brussels Regulatory Brief: October 2023

K&L Gates LLP on 10/27/2023

Antitrust and Competition - European Commission Prohibits US$1.7 Billion Merger in Online Travel Agency Sector - On 25 September 2023, the European Commission (Commission) prohibited, under Council Regulation (EC) No 139/2004...more

The Netherlands, European Union and China all make their next moves in the game to control semiconductor supply chains

A&O Shearman on 7/21/2023

Following negotiations with the United States, the Netherlands in January 2023 agreed to impose controls on the export of certain semiconductors and related products to China....more

Securing the supply chain - the proposed EU Regulation for Critical Raw Materials - Sustainable Products Regulations

Hogan Lovells on 4/4/2023

Modern technologies in all industries require critical raw materials (CRM). From cobalt to lithium to gallium. But CRM are scarce. The EU is relying heavily on imports. Recent supply chain disruptions caused by the Corona...more

EU Chips Act: The EU's Push for Semiconductor Autonomy

Jones Day on 3/8/2022

Background - Recent supply disruptions in the semiconductor industry have highlighted the dependence of many global economies, including the EU, on imported chips manufactured in Asia....more

Foley Automotive Report - March 2022

Foley & Lardner LLP on 3/8/2022

This report helps automotive suppliers inform their legal and operational decisions to help address challenges and opportunities. Key Developments - Foley & Lardner LLP partnered with OESA to present the webinar, Export...more

The EU Chips Act: strengthening the EU’s technological leadership and confronting semiconductor shortages

A&O Shearman on 2/18/2022

With significant fanfare, on 8 February 2022, the European Commission (the Commission) published its proposal for an EU Chips Act (the Act). The Commission President, Ursula von der Leyen, proclaimed the proposed Act a “game...more

The European Chips Act: Commission releases Europe's strategy on semiconductors

Hogan Lovells on 2/10/2022

The European Commission intensified its focus on semiconductors by proposing the EU Chips Act on February 8, 2022. President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen calls it a "game changer". The proposed Act contains...more

EU Announces More Expansive Approach to Semiconductor Subsidies

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP on 12/23/2021

The European Commission (EC) signals relaxation of its strict anti-subsidy regime to encourage national aid for semiconductor manufacturing capabilities. Member states will have more freedom to provide government support to...more

European Chips Act: towards EU semiconductor autonomy

A&O Shearman on 12/23/2021

The European Commission (the Commission) plans to adopt a European Chips Act (the Act) in 2022. The aim is for the European Union (EU) to double its market share in semiconductors (also referred to as chips or microchips)...more

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