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EU Nations Labeled 'Low Risk' in Anti-Deforestation Efforts

5/24/2025

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In a significant move, the European Commission has deemed all 27 EU nations as "low risk" under its upcoming anti-deforestation regulation, set to launch in late 2025. In stark contrast, Belarus, Myanmar, North Korea, and Russia face "high risk" labels. Critics, including Malaysia, decry this classification as biased, highlighting ongoing human rights and environmental issues.

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In a significant move, the European Commission has deemed all 27 EU nations as "low risk" under its upcoming anti-deforestation regulation, set to launch in late 2025. In stark contrast, Belarus, Myanmar, North Korea, and Russia face "high risk" labels. Critics, including Malaysia, decry this classification as biased, highlighting ongoing human rights and environmental issues.