Introduction Economic sanctions have been recently used by the EU as an effective enforcement tool to ensure third countries’ compliance with international norms. This comes following a global climate where even consolidated democracies, such as the United States (US), challenged… Read moreEU’s Long Arm of Sanctions – Enforcement of Sustainability Provisions in Trade Agreements
Background Much has been written about the Micula case. The story begins in 1999, when the post-communist Romania was trying to increase the flow of investments and to become a member of the European Union (“EU”). In pursuing the former… Read moreThe Micula Saga – A Tale of EU Law and BREXIT
The pandemic generated by COVID-19 brought the whole world to a halt. From boutiques shops to airline companies, most businesses are affected by the pandemic. However, as with every rule, there are some exceptions. Some companies, mostly those related to… Read moreArbitration as an Alternative to Court Proceedings in Time of COVID-19 Pandemic
1. According to art. 38 para. 3 GDPR, Data Protection Officer (DPO) “responds directly to the highest level of the operator’s leadership”. 2. For reason identity, DPO designation should be done by the highest level of management. 3. The highest… Read moreWho should designate the person responsible for the protection of personal data
