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Business Coalition urges the EU to act now – Deemed Importer obligations must not be delayed to 2028

Joint Statement European traders and industry are deeply concerned about the rise of imports of small consignments. The introduction of the ‘deemed importer’ in 2028 comes too late. We call upon the EU and its Member States to introduce a legal obligation on foreign operators to appoint a legally responsible person or entity in the EU for...

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Cleto Sagripanti named president of European Confederation of the Footwear Industry

New York - Cleto Sagripanti now has a new job to add his resume. The highly lauded fashion businessman is now president of the European Confederation of the Footwear Industry. In addition to his new role, Sagripanti also serves as the president of Assocalzaturifici footwear trade association and the Micam shoe fair in Milan. Sagripanti is taking...