Brazil is contemplating an appeal to the World Trade Organization (WTO) against the European Union (EU) Regulation for Deforestation-Free Products, expected to take effect in December 2024. The regulation has faced criticism from various Brazilian governmental sectors due to its expected impact on 34% of Brazilian exports to the EU. They argue the law has […]
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