Seminar: New European Legislation on Deforestation: Implications and Obligations for Businesses

Learn how to comply with the new European legislation and protect your business

The European Union is enforcing strict regulations on the trade of seven basic products linked to deforestation and forest degradation, namely cattle, cocoa, coffee, palm oil, rubber, soy, and wood, as well as other derivative products such as chocolate, furniture, paper etc.

Operators and traders involved in importing, exporting, and trading these products must comply with the new regulations, to avoid legal and financial risks.

What You Need to Know:

• Zero Deforestation: Your products should not come from areas that have been deforested.
• Legality: Production must comply with the laws of the country of origin (land ownership, labour rights, etc).
• Due Diligence Statement: It includes all the information and evidence confirming that the operator/trader has exercised due diligence and has established that there is zero or negligible risk of non-compliance of the products concerned with the Regulation.

For this reason, the Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI), in collaboration with the Department of Forests (Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment), is organising an informative seminar to help businesses understand and be prepared for their new obligations.

Seminar Details:

• Date: 20 March 2025
• Time: 09:00
• Duration: 2 hours
• Location: 1st Floor, CCCI, Deligiorgi 3, 1066, Lefkosia

Participation is free of charge, but pre-registration is required. You may register here.

Please note that the option of online participation will be provided, and the link will be sent after registration.

For more information and clarifications, you may contact the CCCI, at the 22889749/52/66/69 or via email: [email protected].

Regulations are becoming stricter and apply to the entire supply chain. Do not leave your business unprepared. Secure your spot today.

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