EU Consumer Protection News Monitoring

Ghanaian pricing culture: Implications for consumer protection, competition safeguards

“People of the same trade seldom meet together, but the conversation ends in a conspiracy against the public, or in some contrivance to raise prices.”-Adam Smith Over the past month, the Ghanaian cedi has been on an impressive rebound  (appreciated by …

Shein Breaking EU Consumer Protection Rules, Watchdog Says

Shein infringes on EU consumer protection laws

Dive Brief: Some of Shein’s practices infringe on European Union consumer protection laws, according to a notice from the European Commission on Sunday. The fast fashion company must respond to the Commission’s findings within one month and propose …

EU to maintain Article 7 procedure over Hungary's 'rule of law breaches'

European affairs ministers decided Tuesday to maintain the European Union's Article 7 procedure against Hungary's "rule of law breaches." "Today's hearing highlighted that significant concerns persist, and regrettably, they have …

Behind the seams: Shein’s PR shift amid EU scrutiny and French legislative pressure

Pressure mounts for Shein. Last week, the European Commission announced that it was considering imposing a handling fee of €2 per parcel worth less than €150. As most of these products come from China, Europe intends to better control the entry into the …

EU Ministers Continue Pressure on Hungary

(MENAFN) On Tuesday, ministers responsible for European affairs resolved to sustain the European Union's Article 7 procedure against Hungary due to continued concerns regarding its "rule of law breaches." The decision reflects the bloc’s …

EU Agrees to Keep Article Seven Procedure Active Against Hungary

(MENAFN) In a decisive move Tuesday, European affairs ministers agreed to keep the European Union’s Article 7 procedure active against Hungary, citing worsening rule of law violations. “Today’s hearing highlighted that significant concerns persist, and …

EU Watchdog Says Shein Violated Bloc’s Consumer Laws

The European Union’s Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Network has determined that Shein has broken EU law by offering fake discounts, using pressure selling tactics, using deceptive labels, hiding its contact details and providing misleading …

SHEIN faces EU crackdown over alleged exploitative practices

From false sales tactics to opaque returns policies, the fast-fashion platform is accused of systematical... From false sales tactics to opaque returns policies, the fast-fashion platform is accused of systematically violating consumer rights across Europe …

Shein warned it faces fines in EU consumer protection probe

The European Union on Monday urged fast-fashion retailer Shein to respect EU consumer protection laws and warned it could face fines if it failed to address the EU’s concerns. Shein has grown rapidly by shipping inexpensive products directly to consumers. …

Shein risks fines over breaches in EU law

BRUSSELS — Shein risks potential fines after the European Union warned the e-commerce platform on Monday over a series of practices that infringe the bloc's consumer laws, from fake discount deals to misleading product information. The Chinese-founded …

Shein’s ‘fake discounts’ break the law, EU says

The European Union has warned Shein that several of its practices violate EU consumer protection law, including by offering “fake discounts” and pressuring customers into completing purchases with phony deadlines. This week, the EU’s Consumer Protection …

EU Warns Shein Over Systemic Consumer Rights Violations Across Europe

The European Union has issued a formal warning to the Chinese fast-fashion giant Shein, accusing the company of engaging in a broad range of unlawful commercial practices that breach EU consumer protection laws. The EU has given Shein a one-month deadline— …

EU warns Shein of fines in consumer protection probe

BRUSSELS :The European Union on Monday urged fast-fashion retailer Shein to respect EU consumer protection laws and warned it could face fines if it failed to address the EU's concerns. Shein has grown rapidly by shipping inexpensive products directly …

EU watchdog finds Shein breached consumer laws

The latest findings are separate to the EU’s ongoing DSA probe into the online retailer. The European Commission and the EU’s Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Network has found that Shein has breached the region’s consumer laws. According to the …

Shein to face fines if it fails to fix EU consumer law issues

Ultra-fast fashion online retailer Shein has been told to resolve the consumer law issues raised by the European Commission (EC) and the network of national consumer authorities, known as the Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) Network, or face fines. …

Shein faces scrutiny over alleged consumer law violations in EU

The warning comes from the European Commission (EC), along with the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC) and consumer authorities from Belgium, France, and The Netherlands following an investigation. The company’s platform is accused of …

Commission and national authorities urge SHEIN to respect EU consumer protection laws

Money20/20 Europe 2025: Must-Attend Sessions and Top Highlights

Free Newsletter Get the hottest Fintech Switzerland News once a month in your Inbox Money20/20 Europe will return to RAI Amsterdam from June 03 to 05, 2025, bringing together the world’s fintech leaders to discuss the future of financial services. Each …

Urgent Press Release: Canadian Doctors To Deliver Prescription to End Genocide

As PM Carney takes office, physicians deliver prescription: immediate ceasefire, arms embargo & humanitarian aid for Gaza. Press conference May 28. OTTAWA, ONTARIO, CANADA, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media …

Kelvin Davis Unveils 'The New Camelot Project' — A Strategic Plan to Restore Housing, Opportunity in South Fulton

Kelvin Davis announced a revitalization initiative to transform the long-neglected Camelot Condominiums into a model for housing repair and economic mobility. SOUTH FULTON, GA, UNITED STATES, May 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- South Fulton …

Estoque Renovado de HK Expande Acesso a Smartphones Premium Renovados para Atacadistas da América Latina via Hong Kong

Atacadistas da América Latina ganham acesso a smartphones renovados de alta qualidade via Hong Kong, com fornecimento estável e isento de tarifas. BRAZIL, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Em resposta às mudanças nas dinâmicas do comércio global e à …

Deep Isolation Welcomes Presidential Action to Reinvigorate U.S. Nuclear Waste Disposal Program

BERKELEY, Calif., May 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Deep Isolation, a leading innovator in nuclear waste disposal technology, applauds the suite of executive orders signed by President Donald J. Trump on May 23, 2025, which prioritize revitalizing the …

International Luminaries Address TGTE Parliament in Buffalo, New York

“Trump Presidency: Opportunities for Tamil Eelam.” - was the topic of the joint session of the TGTE Senate and Parliament COLOMBO, SRI LANKA, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International luminaries from Africa, Europe, and North America …

Animal Wellness Action Calls for End to Federal Government Support for Tribal Animal Sacrifice

Hopis and Jemez Pueblo are sacrificing raptors for ceremonial purposes, and our government should never permit any kind of animal sacrifice WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Animal Wellness Action and the …

President Bio Urges Bold UN Reform in Landmark Oxford Union Speech

President Bio Rallies Young Scholars at Oxford in the Call for UN Security Council reform LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- His Excellency President Dr. Julius Maada Bio of the Republic of Sierra Leone delivered …

Referendum, CGIL renews its call to vote for work and rights

ROME, ITALY, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ahead of the June 8–9 referendums, the CGIL is strongly renewing its appeal to all citizens: going to vote is an act of freedom and democratic participation. Voters will be asked to decide on five …

Omar Khayyam’s Tent: His Autobiography of 1000 Bittersweet Robaiyat Wine Sips Forthcominng on June 10, His True Birthday

The book reveals the unitary architecture of his Robaiyat's philosophical, religious, and scientific wisdom as an epic poem in search of true human happiness. GREATER BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The original …

Texas Hyperscale Data Center Site Opens 1,000 MW Power, 1 GW Tesla Megapack Ground Lease

Texas Site Offers 1,000 Megawatts Power and 1 GWh Battery Capacity for Hyperscale AI Data Centers to meet surging AI demand; infrastructure for 2028 operations DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the United States of …

neuralapps.ai Delivers AI-Driven Water Management Platform for Toluca, Mexico

Toluca launches AI water platform with neuralapps.ai to cut leaks, boost transparency, and lead Latin America in smart city water infrastructure. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The City of Toluca, Mexico, has taken …

Is the two-state solution still viable? Saudi Spokesperson Fahad Nazer makes the case.

In this episode of Taking the Edge Off the Middle East, host Brian Katulis sits down with Fahad Nazer, spokesperson for the Saudi Arabian Embassy in the US, to discuss the evolving US-Saudi relationship amid unprecedented regional volatility. Central to …

Why has democratization bypassed the Arab world?

President Donald Trump’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE reignited debate over U.S. ties to authoritarian regimes. But the controversy underscores a deeper question: why has democracy struggled to take root in the Arab world? In this …

Managing Threats to Food Security: Water and Agricultural Resilience in North Africa

Introduction Sustaining food security in North Africa,1 is a complex and evolving challenge, influenced by the region’s arid climate, limited water resources, and sparse arable land. In response, efforts to enhance food security by governments, farmers, …

Anila Ali Honored with International Religious Freedom (IRF) Builders Award for Peacemaking Leadership

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anila Ali, President and co-founder of the American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC), has been awarded the prestigious International Religious Freedom ( …

OSCE launches Regional Task Force on Education for Just and Inclusive Energy Transition in Central Asia

As the renewable energy sector in Central Asia grows, so does the need for a skilled and inclusive workforce to support it. In response, the OSCE and the Regional Environmental Centre for Central Asia (CAREC) officially launched the OSCE Regional Task …

OSCE launches capacity-building series on virtual assets taxation in Moldova

Practitioners from Moldova’s State Tax Service and the Ministry of Finance worked to enhance their understanding of virtual assets, their tax implications, and effective regulation and compliance mechanisms at a workshop organized by the OSCE from 26 to 27 …

Swiss Peace Initiative for Nagorno Karabakh launched in Bern

– Switzerland urged to move ahead quickly with peace forum ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On May 26, a cross-party Swiss parliamentary committee launched the Swiss Peace Initiative for Nagorno Karabakh in the Swiss …

UK Net Migration Halves, But Immigration Experts Warn of Economic Fallout

Leading immigration law firm urges policy rethink, warning that cutting skilled migrants and students harms UK growth and future workforce. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Garth Coates Solicitors, a leading UK …

From Moving Boxes to New Beginnings: ND Welcomes Jobseekers

Bismarck, North Dakota, May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As National Moving Day signals the unofficial start of peak relocation season across the U.S., North Dakota is rolling out the welcome mat with its innovative workforce recruitment campaign, Find the …