The EU imposes a provisional tariff on imports of Chinese sodium benzoate sold at artificially low prices. It affects companies using this food and industrial preservative.
The EU corrects formal errors in the sanctions decision adopted against Russia in February 2022 following the invasion of Ukraine. The substance of the restrictive measures remains unchanged.
The European Commission applies provisional anti-dumping duties on Chinese benzyl alcohol to protect European producers. This measure increases the cost of imports of this chemical product from China.
Treasury approves economic incentives for business investment projects in disadvantaged regions. Previously granted aid files are also modified.
The Government approves economic incentives for companies investing in less developed regions of Spain. Subsidies are granted and an existing file is modified.
The AEAT publishes the list of companies and entities whose tax identification number has been cancelled. Without a NIF, these entities cannot operate legally.
The EU Council updates sanctions against Iran for its military support to Russia in Ukraine and militias in the Middle East. New individuals and entities are added to the sanctions list.
The EU updates the list of Iranian persons and entities sanctioned for military support to Russia and destabilizing the Middle East. It involves asset freezing and prohibition of entry into the EU.
The EU Council modifies the restrictive measures in force against Iran. The changes affect companies and individuals subject to commercial and financial restrictions.
Congress has validated the decree of urgent measures approved by the Government to respond to the Middle East crisis. These measures are thus backed by Parliament and remain in force.