The EU’s deforestation regulation was very popular — until it became law. But after two years of delays and exemptions, the EU Commission appears to have decided to give no more ground.
The EU Commission has decided against reopening its anti-deforestation law – but has exempted leather imports from the scope of the bill.
The EU commission confirmed that it would publish a review of the law this week, but refused to be drawn on what it might recommend. However, officials have indicated that they will use the review to propose targeted tweaks to simplify implementation and adjust the list of products covered by the regulation.
Cocoa prices have collapsed, defying expectations that EU due diligence requirements would push up the cost of cocoa and chocolate.
