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Pizza Napoletana in the Official Journal

Monday, February 8 2010 By Babel Sofia | Vihar on Europe | no comment

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Sometimes reading the Official Journal of the European Union has its benefits. Today we have the Regulation (EU) No 97/2010 entering a name in the register of traditional specialities guaranteed Pizza Napoletana (TSG).

China Brings EU to WTO over Shoes

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China has complained to the World Trade Organization about anti-dumping duties imposed by the European Union on shoes made in China.

Commission: Waste Management Agency is Needed

Friday, February 5 2010 By Babel Sofia | Vihar on Europe | no comment

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A European Commission study recommends setting up a dedicated European body to oversee the implementation and enforcement of EU waste law.

EU Stays at 20% Reduction Target

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The EU and its member states have confirmed their willingness to be associated with the Copenhagen Accord negotiated during the UN climate change conference in December 2009.

Why Jeleva?

Tuesday, January 19 2010 By Babel Sofia | Vihar on Europe | no comment

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jeleva2 We now have the statement by Mr. Barroso and by the legal services of the European Parliament on the supposed conflict of interests of the Bulgarian commissioner designate, Rumiana Jeleva. As I have promised, now I should deliver my own opinion on her candidature.

Russian Oil Pipeline to Asia: Reports

Friday, January 15 2010 By Babel Sofia | Vihar on Europe | no comment

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stamp There are a two interesting analytical reports on the opening of the East Siberia-Pacific Ocean (ESPO) oil pipeline that links Russian oil to Asian markets.