Tag: European Commission
Global risk: hotspots from the UK, US, Italy, Europe and Qatar
Board Agenda reports on a handful of risk-related tremors around the world, from UK election woes to Eurozone growth and a renewable energy spike.
EU proposal aims to curb aggressive tax arrangements
Mandatory disclosure rules for intermediaries involved in reportable cross-border tax arrangements form part of plans by the EU to increase transparency among member states.
Money laundering could be judged under criminal law
The European Commission proposes money laundering made a criminal offence if conducted intentionally.
Bars to geo-blocking mooted
The EC has proposed new rules on geo-blocking by online traders and content publishers.
Prospectus Directive regulation adopted
The European Parliament has adopted proposals for a replacement to the Prospectus Directive, though implementation remains “some way off”.
Changes to money laundering directive proposed
Anti-money laundering amendments would require implementation by January 2017.