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Transatlantic trade kicks off with patents, climate rules, and new compliance challenges

This edition highlights:

  • Pharmaceuticals: UPC ruling aligns EU patent enforcement with EPO standards, contrasting with stricter U.S. enablement requirements.
  • Manufacturing: EU expands CBAM to high-emission imports, testing U.S. trade alignment with climate rules.
  • Finance: U.S. expands SEC insider reporting to foreign company executives starting March 18, 2026.
  • Defense: FCC bans foreign-made drones, raising trade compliance stakes due to national security concerns.