EU moves to enforce market rules

Article Abstract:

European Union regulators have moved to launch litigation against 21 of 25 European countries in violation of European common economic market policy. Cross border acquisitions of large corporations, including energy and telecommunications are being blocked by concern for national interests.

Foreign investments, Political activity

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EU's Kroes rejects talk of protectionist battle

Article Abstract:

European governments have been caught defending their big national companies against cross-border acquisitions. However, European Union antitrust regulator Neelie Kroes does not think there will be a protectionist war and the current economics is the "growing pains" of market unification.

Acquisitions and mergers

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Politics, business mix freely in Europe Parliament

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Some European Union parliamentarians who are also employed by law firms are advising corporate clients on European Union policy and at the same time influencing the outcome of debates that determine policy. This concern illustrates weak ethics and disclosure laws.

Ethics, Political aspects, Politicians, Ethical aspects, Conflict of interests (Public office), Conflicts of interest (Public office)

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