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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · 18d

I happily announce the publication of my newest monograph, through @nomosverlag.bsky.social. In January 2026, the Australian Constitution celebrates its 125th birthday: Hence, I hereby present and analyse its content, and further deal with history and perspectives of the Australian-EU relationship

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · 19d

Sound's great, but still lots of work ahead
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Pact for the Mediterranean enhancing jobs, energy and security

EU Pact for the Mediterranean sets out an ambitious strategy to boost cooperation, economy, and security. Find out more.

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Sep 12

Important progress:
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EU Data Act gives users control over data from connected devices

Today the EU Data Act starts to apply in the EU, giving users control over data generated by their connected devices, like smartwatches and cars, while unlocking opportunities for small businesses to ...

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Jun 16

A huge and necessary goal
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In focus: Completing Europe’s energy union

In 2015, the EU’s energy union strategy set out a bold vision to fundamentally transform our energy system. It envisioned a resilient energy union, with an ambitious climate policy, to deliver secure,...

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Apr 6

Tariffs are more of a 19th century kind of measure

Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Mar 19

Art. 21 TEU: "(...) The Union seek (....) relations and (...) partnerships with third countries (...) which share the principles (of rule of law, democracy etc.)". What about a major of a bigger city in such country being prohibited of participating in his country's next presidential election?

Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Mar 8

That's crucial, for the sake of social dialogue in the EU:
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Commission and social partners sign a joint Pact to strengthen social dialogue in Europe

Today, the Commission and the European cross-industry social partners signed a new Pact for European Social Dialogue which will strengthen the role of social partners in shaping labour market, employm...

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Feb 12

Lots of work ahead
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What will the Commission do in 2025? Discover its work programme

What the European Commission will do in 2025. Discover the work programme focused on making the EU more competitive and secure with more simplified EU rules

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Jan 31

Interesting CJEU judgment (Case 253/23) of 28 January in regard to compensation for harm caused by a cartel

Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Jan 22

It's crucial to be in constant dialogue ec.europa.eu/commission/p...

Strategic Dialogue on the Future of the European Automotive Industry will be launched on 30 January

This initiative underscores the Commission's commitment to safeguarding the future of a sector vital to European prosperity, while at the same time advancing its climate goals and broader societal obj...

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Jan 15

The handpicking of future heads of state by prime ministers does not correspond with constitutional traditions in the EU. It does not even correspond with Montesquieu's approach. Greece needs reforms.

Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Jan 8

Important, cause a good deal of member states' economy still depends on the fishing sector:
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Commission presents ‘Fishers of the Future’, a study that explores different scenarios for the EU fishing sector towards 2050

In 2024, Tetra Tech and partners, a consortium contracted by the European Commission, engaged in a consultation process with EU fishers, their representatives from EU advisory councils, and social par...

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Jan 5

A contemporary example of state aid (in this case a French one) under the aegis of Art. 107 et seq. TFEU: ec.europa.eu/commission/p...

Commission approves French State aid scheme to support decarbonisation of industrial sector

The European Commission has approved, under EU State aid rules, a French scheme of a maximum amount of €3 billion to support for a period of 15 years companies subject to the EU Emission Trading Schem

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Jan 1

Wishing a happy 2025! That's great news:
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EU common charger rules: Power all your devices with a single charger

The EU has implemented a universal charger for electronic devices to reduce waste. All new devices sold in the EU must now support USB-C charging.

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Dec 20

Good news: The years-long negotiations on future cooperation between the EU and Switzerland have been concluded now.

Wishing everybody happy holidays! Merry Christmas and a happy new year!

Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Dec 19

Interesting case law of today (C-157/23) by the ECJ: Regarding the matter of liability for defective products, a supplier can be treated as a manufacturer - if its name is the same as the mark affixed by the manufacturer to the product

Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Dec 17

Wishing "boa sorte e força" to the freshly-elected EU Ombudsman Teresa Anjinho

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Dec 15

Check out the EU Cyber Resilience Act commission.europa.eu/news/safer-d...

A safer digital future: new cyber rules become law

Find out about EU cybersecurity rules that impose requirements on manufacturers and retailers to ensure safer digital products and software

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Dec 9

That's a huge development for EU consumer protection: commission.europa.eu/news/eu-adap...

EU adapts product liability rules to digital age and circular economy

New product liability rules have entered into force, reflecting the increasing digital features of products and the growing circular economy. Find out more.

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Dimitrios Parashu @dimitriosparashu.bsky.social · Dec 1

A new EU Commission - new chances for the EU