03/22/2023 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 03/22/2023 14:25
Is 2023 the year for a coordinated EU withdrawal from the Energy Charter Treaty?
The Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) is at a crossroads. Recently, the European Commission has hinted for the first time that a withdrawal of the EU and Euratom from the treaty is unavoidable. The negotiated reform proposal failed to gain the support of EU member states last year, seven of which have already announced a withdrawal. In a December resolution, the European Parliament has also voiced its clearest call on the Commission to facilitate a coordinated exit.
This webinar will delve into the pressing legal questions surrounding the withdrawal from the ECT, including the treaty's sunset clause and the implications of the treaty as a mixed agreement. It will also assess the political momentum for further withdrawals both within and outside the EU. The webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of the most pressing legal and political issues facing the ECT and bring together leading experts from academia, policy, and civil society.
The workshop will discuss:
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The webinar is organized by IISD, CIEL and ClientEarth.