Commission Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/1926 – Combined Nomenclature 2026 Published
On 31 October 2025, the European Commission published Implementing Regulation (EU) 2025/1926, setting out the new Combined Nomenclature (CN) for 2026.
Moldova and Montenegro join the Common Transit Convention
As of 1 November 2025, the Republic of Moldova and Montenegro will officially become part of the Common Transit Convention (CTC).
EU confirms EUDR implementation by end of 2025: greater clarity for businesses
The European Commission has confirmed that the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will come into effect at the end of December 2025.
CBAM simplifications officially adopted
On 10 September 2025, the European Parliament and the Council formally adopted a series of simplifications to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM), introduced as part of the Omnibus I package.
EU methane reduction obligation
As of August 4, 2024, a new European regulation has entered into force with significant implications for the energy sector: Regulation (EU) 2024/1787. This legislation compels companies across the fossil fuel supply chain, from production to import, to adopt a much stricter approach to methane emissions.
EU updates Tobacco Taxation Directive: higher minimum rates and new rules for e-cigarettes and nicotine products
On 16 July 2025, the European Commission proposed a revision of the EU Tobacco Taxation Directive. The goal: to modernise the rules, support public health, reduce disparities, and tackle illicit trade.
EU and Indonesia conclude Trade Agreement
On 23 September 2025, the European Union and Indonesia concluded negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and an Investment Protection Agreement (IPA).
EU Delays Deforestation Law to December 2026 Amid IT Concerns
The European Commission has confirmed a second delay in the rollout of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Initially scheduled for 30 December 2024, the law will now be implemented in December 2026.
New position: Taxability of non-alcoholic drinks in solid form or concentrate
The Dutch Tax Authority’s Knowledge Group on Excise & Consumption Tax has published a new position (KG:A:2025:01) regarding the taxability of non-alcoholic drinks in solid form or concentrate under the WVAD (Consumption Tax Act on Non-Alcoholic Beverages).
0% VAT on intra-community supplies: how to avoid mistakes
Do you supply goods to a business customer in another EU country? If so, you may apply the 0% VAT rate (also known as an 0% intra-community supply of goods).