The Commission of the European Union today [Wednesday] decided to ask the Court of Justice to annul the Council of Ministers’ decision of 21 January authorising Portugal to grant aid of a maximum of €16.3m (US$14.1m) to pig farmers.

Go deeper with GlobalData

Data Insights

The gold standard of business intelligence.

Find out more


This Commission explained that this is the same amount of state aid as should have been repaid by 2,116 farmers under two final negative decisions of the Commission of 25 November 1999 and 4 October 2000.


For the first time the Council has used this exceptional procedure to approve an aid the sole purpose of which is to cancel the financial impact of two final decisions of the Commission. The Commission said it sees the legal security of European Union decisions as seriously threatened by the Council’s decision.


To read more on this intra-EU controversy, click here.


 

GlobalData Strategic Intelligence

US Tariffs are shifting - will you react or anticipate?

Don’t let policy changes catch you off guard. Stay proactive with real-time data and expert analysis.

By GlobalData

Just Food Excellence Awards - Have you nominated?

Nominations are now open for the prestigious Just Food Excellence Awards - one of the industry's most recognised programmes celebrating innovation, leadership, and impact. This is your chance to showcase your achievements, highlight industry advancements, and gain global recognition. Don't miss the opportunity to be honoured among the best - submit your nomination today!

Nominate Now