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Debate after von der Leyen state of union speech shows pro-European forces remain at odds.

Kerstin Lopatta tells RI that companies have been surprised by Omnibus outcomes, discusses ISSB alignment concerns.

Joint statement outlining next steps for trade deal sets out EU promises on several sustainable finance regulations.

Additional work for companies if EU goes ahead with proposed removal of quantitative disclosures on anticipated financial effects, member says.

As part of RI’s global asset owner series, CDC’s chief sustainability officer Nathalie Lhayani defends net-zero alliances and explains why CSRD is not too bureaucratic.

Representatives from central bank and market watchdog flag concerns over interoperability issues with ISSB in draft simplified ESRS.

Proposed amendments to standards and reporting reliefs ‘beyond’ the ISSB risk reducing alignment between frameworks.

Consultation will conclude end-September, with standards due to be finalised by EU standards body by end-November.

Our EU regulation reporter reflects the view from Brussels as the bloc gears up for a busy autumn of negotiations on corporate sustainability reporting and due diligence laws.

The latest developments in sustainable finance: Tesla announces 2025 AGM date; NYCERS doubles interim climate investments target.