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On 2 July 2025, the European Commission proposed an amendment to the EU Climate Law. The proposal aims to set an EU climate target of 90% reduction in net greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 and announce an assessment of the LULUCF Regulation.

From 1 July to 31 December 2025, Denmark takes over the rotating Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Under the headline “A Strong Europe in a Changing World,” the Danish Presidency sets an ambitious agenda focused on security, resilience, competitiveness, and the green transition.

On 24 June 2025, the EU Council adopted its General Approach to the proposed forest monitoring framework, emphasising importance of a bottom-up approach national data, and the need for simplification and respect of subsidiarity principle.

On 12 June 2025, forest-based stakeholders, policymakers, and experts gathered in Brussels to discuss the vital role of forests and forestry in advancing a sustainable EU bioeconomy. With contributions from EU institutions and sector leaders, the roundtable highlighted how forest-based solutions can drive the green transition, support rural development, and contribute to the upcoming EU Bioeconomy Strategy.