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EU passes law preventing import of goods linked to deforestation

EU passes law preventing import of goods linked to deforestation

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BRUSSELS/SAO PAULO, Dec 6 (Reuters) – The European Union approved on Tuesday a new law aimed at preventing companies from selling on the European market coffee, beef, soybeans and other products linked to deforestation in the world. The law will require companies to produce a due diligence statement showing that their supply chains do not …

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Switzerland: The new law on human genetic testing and the corresponding prescriptions

Switzerland: The new law on human genetic testing and the corresponding prescriptions

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In short On December 1, 2022, the new Swiss Human Genetic Testing Act (HGTA) will come into force. The new HGTA provides a comprehensive legal framework for all types of genetic testing (including direct-to-consumer genetic testing and lifestyle genetic testing) and implements stronger measures to protect the right to life privacy, preventing the misuse of …

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