The latest edition of the HLG–AFF Monthly Monitoring of EU Forest Value Chains (Vol. 2 No. 9, June 2026) is now available. This monthly publication provides timely analysis of key European Union policy developments and their implications for African forestry, sustainable value chains, and the transition to a climate-neutral bioeconomy.
In this issue:
- European Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) updates, including proposed amendments affecting African exporters.
- Simplification of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD).
- New developments under the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) and implications for international trade.
- Updates on the Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR).
- Progress on the EU Bioeconomy Strategy, new investment initiatives, and opportunities for Africa.
- Insights into forest monitoring, biotechnology, mining impacts on African forests, and strengthened regional collaboration through initiatives such as the Great Green Wall.
We invite you to explore the full newsletter for comprehensive updates on evolving EU forest and bioeconomy policies and their significance for African stakeholders.
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