Ahead of the summit, two areas of contention are emerging: Some member states are insisting on easing emissions trading rules, while others refuse to make any concessions. Regarding “Buy European,” demands from Paris for even more preferential criteria are also causing controversy.

19. March 2026

António Costa

EU Council President António Costa must sort out and reconcile the various aspects of the ETS and the preference criteria. (European Union, 2026)

Last updated: 19. March 2026