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EU Rule of Law Report: Clear Criticism of Austria and Hungary
The EU Commission has sharply criticized the situation in Austria and Hungary in its latest Rule of Law Report 2024. The main focus is on political influence on the judiciary and a lack of transparency. The report, published annually since 2020, analyzes the state of the judiciary, media, and rule of law in the 27 EU member states and makes concrete recommendations for necessary reforms.
July 24, 2024
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New Unitary Patent Paves the Way for Innovative Companies in Europe
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As of June 1, 2023, a unitary patent (unitary patent) will be introduced that will be valid in most member states of the European Union. Austria already ranks eighth in the EU for future technologies.
June 1, 2023
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Foreign Minister Schallenberg and his Slovenian Counterpart Travel to Montenegro on Behalf of the EU
On behalf of the EU foreign policy chief Josep Borrell, Foreign Minister Schallenberg and his Slovenian colleague Tanja Fajon traveled to the previous model country among the accession candidates. It is currently going through a constitutional crisis.
December 21, 2022
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Cernko Claims Bank Rescue Fund
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Bank Austria´s CEO Willibald Cernko wants the bank tax to be solely used for a stability fund in order to support financially stricken banks.
March 20, 2012