19 Mar
Chapter News, News, Trade & TTIP Related

European Parliament | MEPs Back the Lowering of Tariffs on US Agricultural and Industrial Products

Suspension clause in case of new US tariffs Sunrise clause: tariff preferences only effective when the US respects commitments Stronger protection regarding steel imports The International Trade committee adopted its position on Thursday on two proposals implementing certain tariff aspects of the EU-US Turnberry trade deal. The International Trade committee adopted its position on Thursday on two proposals implementing certain tariff aspects of the EU-US Turnberry trade deal. MEPs in the International Trade Committee adopted their position on two legislative proposals that eliminate...

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19 Mar
Member News, News

Barquet Stege | H1-B Visa Update Newsletter (2026 Cap Season)

Overview of the H-1B Visa The H-1B visa is a temporary (nonimmigrant) visa that allows U.S. employers to hire foreign workers in specialty occupations. These roles require highly specialized knowledge and at least a bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in a related field. Common industries include technology, engineering, healthcare, and business. Major Update: New Weighted Lottery System One of the most important recent changes is the shift from a purely random lottery to a weighted selection system. How It Works Instead of each applicant having an equal chance, each...

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18 Mar
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ITA | Department of Commerce Announces New American AI Exports Program Phase

The U.S. Department of Commerce today announced further implementation of the American AI Exports Program with a Call for Proposals from U.S. industry-led consortia to export full-stack AI technology packages. Under President Donald J. Trump’s AI Action Plan and export directives, the Department of Commerce is implementing a full-stack AI export package promotion program to advance America’s AI leadership globally. “America’s continued global leadership in AI depends on our ability to export our AI to allies around the world,” said Under...

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18 Mar
Chapter News, News

European Commission | Q&A on EU Inc – Making Business Easier in the European Union

Why is the Commission proposing EU Inc.? Today, for too many entrepreneurs and innovative companies, expanding across EU borders means navigating a fragmented corporate legal landscape. European companies looking to grow and scale are faced with navigating 27 national legal systems and over 60 company forms. On top of that, many processes still require manual paperwork, in-person appointments, and unnecessary documentation. This can delay the setting-up of a company for weeks or even months, slowing growth, raising costs and discouraging scale. During the...

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18 Mar
Member News, News

Wilson Sonsini | New AI Terms and Conditions Coming Soon to GSA MAS Contracts

On March 6, 2026, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) posted a proposed clause setting forth terms and conditions for artificial intelligence (AI) under GSA multiple award schedule (MAS) contracts. The clause, General Services Acquisition Regulation (GSAR) GSAR 552.239-7001, Basic Safeguarding of Artificial Intelligence Systemsx, may impact contractors with GSA MAS contracts who not only sell AI to the federal government but also use AI during contract performance. GSA is asking for public comment on the proposed clause through March 20, 2026. After...

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18 Mar
Member News, News

Greenberg Traurig | Recalibrating AI Patent Strategy: What the USPTO Shift Means – and What it Doesn’t

Under new leadership, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has recently adjusted its approach to patentability of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies in multiple meaningful respects. Many companies have not yet fully absorbed the practical implications of those shifts. If your understanding of what is or is not patentable in the AI space was formed under USPTO practices from even a year ago, that understanding is worth revisiting. Companies developing and deploying AI technologies should be assessing whether...

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17 Mar
Member News, News

IPTI | Property Tax in the News – March 2026

IPTI’s usual monthly newsletter – the “President’s Message” – contains, inter alia, some summarised news articles from around the world. This IPTI publication – “Property Tax in the News” – contains some of the more interesting news articles concerning property taxes in North America and Europe which is where many of our members have a particular interest. Links to these and more, similarly summarised, articles – from North America, Europe and around the globe – can be found in...

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16 Mar
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GDLSK | USTR Initiates Section 301 Investigations Against Dozens of Countries Which Could Result in New Tariffs Replacing the IEEPA Tariffs and Other Measures

The U.S. Trade Representative has initiated two investigations under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974.  Under this provision, the U.S. will investigate whether an act, policy, or practice of a foreign country either: a) violates, or is inconsistent with, the provisions of, or otherwise denies benefits to the United States under, any trade agreement; or b) is unjustifiable and burdens or restricts United States commerce. In the event of affirmative determinations by the USTR, the administration is authorized to...

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16 Mar
Member News, News

Loyens & Loeff | EU Tax Alert – Edition 214

The new edition of the EU Tax Alert is available. With this publication we would like to keep you informed about the latest developments on EU tax law. We have summarised the highlights of this edition below. CJ judgment on whether Belgium correctly implemented the CFC rules under the ATAD (Commission v Belgium, C-524/23) On 26 February 2026, the Court of Justice (CJ), delivered its judgment in the case Commission v Belgium (Case C‑524/23). The case concerns the alleged failure by the Kingdom of...

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16 Mar
Chapter News, News

IMF | Europe Can Regain Its Productivity Edge by Scaling Up

Capital markets integration, expanding opportunities for workers, and bigger consumer markets will allow companies to grow faster. Europe once led the world in productivity growth but now lags the United States —and the gap has widened significantly in recent years. The Chart of the Week shows that behind this shortfall is the staggering difficulty that European firms face in scaling up. In the United States, the stock market valuation of young firms (under the age of 50) is $42.9 trillion, compared to a...

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