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“Why are international tensions increasing over the new trade regulations imposed by the EU?”
Since January 1, 2026, the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) is the primary driver of rising international tensions. It imposes carbon costs on imports, disproportionately affecting developing countries like India, which faces compliance burdens without EU support for accreditation recognition.
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CBAM has prompted formal WTO complaints from India, China, Brazil, and South Africa, citing discrimination. The India-EU trade deal includes only a 'technical dialogue' on mutual accreditation recognition, creating compliance challenges for Indian exporters.
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