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EU Deforestation Regulation: Engagement with non-EU countries

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Sustainability/Due diligence / Deforestation
Sustainability/Due diligence / Sustainability/Due diligence

Summary

The European Commission has published a Communication on engagement with non-EU countries in relation to halting deforestation and successfully implementing the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). The Communication explains the process the Commission will use to classify (or “benchmark”) countries as low, standard, or high risk. Country classification will determine the type of due diligence assessment EU companies must make, and the frequency of controls by EU Member State authorities. The Communication also provides an overview of ongoing EU initiatives that support exporting countries in preparing for implementation of the EUDR and sustainable deforestation-free production.