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In der unternehmensinterne Compliance wird Künstliche Intelligenz (KI) zunehmend eingesetzt. Besonders in der Exportkontrolle und im Zollrecht lassen sich durch KI signifikante Zeit- und Effizienzgewinne erzielen, etwa bei der automatisierten Zuordnung von Produkten zu Zolltarifnummern, dem Abgleich von Kunden mit Sanktionslisten oder der Identifizierung relevanter Regelwerke. Eine besonders sorgfältige, rechtlich einwandfreie Vorgehensweise ist unerlässlich. In diesem Briefing erläutern wir, wie KI auch in reaktiven Compliance-Prozessen der Exportkontrolle und des Zollrechts Chancen bietet. Die rechtlichen Herausforderungen, die dabei berücksichtigt werden müssen, haben wir bereits in unserem Briefing „KI in internen Untersuchungen“ aufgezeigt.

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“We are no longer at peace – we are under daily attack.” – Lieutenant General André Bodemann

Germany is increasingly the target of low-threshold (hybrid) attacks. These range from disinformation and espionage to sabotage. Critical infrastructure is frequently affected – such as energy and water supply, transportation, and information and communication technology. As a result, the resilience of companies, particularly those operating critical infrastructure, is coming into sharper focus in legal regulations. This is reason enough to examine to what extent businesses in Germany are currently and will in the future be held responsible for protecting themselves against such attacks and responding appropriately.

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We continue to grow and strengthen our team with outstanding talent. As of July 1, 2025, Christopher Wolters and Leonard Freiherr von Rummel will become partners; Ramona Ader, Laura Louca and Philipp Trube will join the counsel ranks. With these promotions, we foster continuous, organic growth and strong individual development opportunities for all career levels across all practice groups.

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Amid escalating global trade tensions, the European Union (EU) faces significant challenges as U.S. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs impacting EU exports and sending shockwaves to the capital markets. A 20% tariff on all EU imports starting April 5, 2025 were introduced. These measures are claimed to reduce the U.S. trade deficit and bolster domestic manufacturing. As an affected company, you can check this list of exempted products not subject to the 20% additional tariffs. However, please be aware that some of these products are subject to their own tariffs, such as the 25% tariff on imported automobiles and automobile parts.

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As part of the Omnibus package (see our briefing here), the EU Commission suggested simplifications and improvements to the CBAM Regulation. The proposal aims to simplify and enhance the cost-efficiency of the CBAM Regulation while ensuring that its environmental objectives and core design principles remain intact. Key measures focus on easing compliance for importers by streamlining reporting requirements, particularly those involving complex calculations and extensive data collection.

Before the EU proposals become legally binding, they must go through the ordinary legislative procedure at the European level. Until this is achieved, every importer of CBAM goods should register as an authorized CBAM declarant in the CBAM registry, which is possible since 31 March 2025. We outline the details.

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In times of escalating trade wars (see our latest briefing on the EU’s response to the U.S.’ steel and aluminum tariffs), businesses face significant challenges due to increased tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and geopolitical uncertainties. To navigate these complexities, we have put together 8 strategies business can apply while highlighting potential risks.

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Already the first Trump administration has restricted international trade by imposing tariffs of up to 25% on imports of steel and aluminium from the European Union (EU), provoking countermeasures by the EU. In 2021, these measures ceased to apply after the EU and United States (US) reached a corresponding agreement. On 12 March 2025, the US revived the tariffs. Again, the action has prompted the EU to implement countermeasures.

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On 27 November 2024, Regulation (EU) 2024/3015 (Forced Labour Regulation) was published, aimed at eradicating products made with forced labour from the EU market. The Forced Labour Regulation represents a significant step in the EU's commitment to upholding human rights and promoting ethical supply chains.

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BLOMSTEIN, together with lindenpartners, supported DiliTrust, a leading CLM provider in Europe, on its acquisition of the legal tech startup PACTA. The BLOMSTEIN team, led by Roland Stein and Anna Huttenlauch, advised on investment control and merger control aspects of this transaction.

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With trade war between China and the US on the doorsteps, implications for EU companies will be manyfold. One possible consequence could be heavily subsidised Chinese products flooding the EU market. Particularly for medical devices, there is an increased probability that this might happen. However, such a development would not meat European companies defenceless.

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