(Opinion) The EU’s new anti-deforestation law is a well-meant policy. Its goal is to protect crucial forests, like the Amazon. Yet, the law has sparked global concern. Countries like Brazil, Indonesia, and 15 others say it’s unfair and punitive. The law came into effect on June 29. It bans the import of products like palm […]
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