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Apollo Funds and Lecta Concentration Case - Simplified Procedure

The European Commission has published a prior notification for a concentration involving Apollo Funds and Lecta (Case M.12333). This case is a candidate for the simplified procedure, indicating a potentially straightforward review process for the merger.

Apollo Funds / Lecta Proposed Concentration

The European Commission has published details regarding the proposed concentration involving Apollo Funds acquiring sole control over Lecta Paper Industries. This is a public notice for transparency regarding the merger review process.

KKR / PAG / SAPPORO REAL ESTATE Merger Decision

The European Commission has approved the proposed concentration by which KKR and PAG will acquire joint control of Sapporo Real Estate Co., Ltd. The decision was made under Article 6(1)(b) of the Merger Regulation and Article 57 of the EEA Agreement.

ECHA Committee Draft Opinion on PFAS Restriction

The European Chemicals Agency's Committee for Socio-Economic Analysis (SEAC) has agreed its draft opinion on a proposal to restrict all per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in the EU. The draft opinion will be published for a 60-day public consultation.

EU Ambassadors Conference Speech by President António Costa

President António Costa delivered a speech at the EU Ambassadors Conference on March 10, 2026, emphasizing the importance of a unified EU foreign policy in a multipolar world. He highlighted the need to defend the rules-based international order and address global challenges, including conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East.

EU Official Journal - Recent Legislation and Notices

This notice provides a list of recent publications in the Official Journal of the European Union, including Council Decisions, Commission Recommendations, and Commission Implementing Regulations. These publications cover various areas such as vehicle regulations, chemical safety, and restrictive measures.

ECB Fines Nordea Finance Finland €2.26 Million for Reporting Breaches

The European Central Bank (ECB) has imposed a €2.26 million penalty on Nordea Finance Finland Ltd for breaching reporting requirements and the large exposures limit over 13 consecutive quarters. The breaches, classified as severe, stemmed from incorrect reporting of guaranteed receivables and deficiencies in internal controls.

EU Legislation and Regulatory Notices - March 10, 2026

The EU published its Official Journal L series on March 10, 2026, including new regulations and decisions. Key items include amendments to restrictive measures against ISIL/Al-Qaida associated entities, appointment of an EU Force Commander for Red Sea operations, and updates regarding investment facilitation and vehicle regulations.

EU Official Journal C Series Daily View - March 10, 2026

The EU Official Journal C series for March 10, 2026, includes notices on state aid, visa policy for Georgian nationals, euro exchange rates, agricultural product registration, a special report on energy communities, and initiation of an anti-dumping review for Chinese aluminium flat-rolled products. It also contains decisions to close formal investigation procedures and prior notifications of concentrations.

EU Regulations: Tuna Origin, Child Restraints, Cabo Verde Derogation

The EU has published new regulations effective March 9, 2026. These include a temporary derogation for Cabo Verde regarding preferential origin rules for tuna products and new uniform provisions for the approval of child restraint systems in buses and coaches.