Ukraine: “visa-free transport” agreement signed with Bosnia and Herzegovina

Ukraine has agreed to liberalize freight transport with Bosnia and Herzegovina. The relevant agreements were reached during the first meeting of the Joint Commission on International Road Transport in Sarajevo. The Ukrainian delegation was represented by a team from the Ministry for Communities and Territories Development. The parties agreed that starting on January 1, 2027,…

Baltic States: new systems for recycling plastic waste introduced

The Baltic States (Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania) are emphasizing deposit return schemes, strengthening extended producer responsibility (EPR) and expanding waste separation, but differ significantly in market structure, recycling efficiency and investment needs. The packaging markets in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are developing in the context of increased regulation in line with EU regulations, the introduction…