| Title |
Description |
Source |
How to export to the
European Union?
ENGLISH |
- Helpdesk for developing countries
- Providing information on how to access the EU market.
- The Export Helpdesk was created in 2004 as a single point of access for online information about exporting to Europe.
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EU – Bookshop
(2005) |
Breaking through in world
market.
ENGLISH |
The EU market access database
- Information on how the Market Access Partnership between the Commission, Member States, and business tackles concrete problems that EU business face in third country markets.
- Import duties and internal taxes applicable to your exports to various third country markets.
- Import procedures and documents required for the importation of particular products into non-EU countries.
- Trade flow between the EU and non-EU countries.
- Barrier of trade and investment you encounter in third country market.
- Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) export problems to non EU countries.
- Trade barriers regulation. |
EU – Bookshop
(2005) |
Fact sheets on the
European Union
ENGLISH |
- Activities of the EU institutions and bodies
|
EU – Bookshop
(2009) |
The European Community's
rules of origin for the
generalised system of
preferences
ENGLISH |
- A guide for traders |
EU – Bookshop
(2003) |
Export helpdesk for
developing countries
ENGLISH |
- User guide
|
EU – Bookshop
(2007) |
REACH, European
chemicals legislation
ENGLISH |
- Information for exporters to Europe:
what should your company know? |
EU – Bookshop
(2009) |
What is Europe's
trade policy?
ENGLISH |
- EU Commercial Policy
|
EU – Bookshop
(2009) |
External and intra-European
Union trade Data 2002-07
ENGLISH |
- This pocketbook provides an overview of the characteristics of the European Union’s trade in goods.
- Data are provided for the European Union as a whole (EU-27), the euro area (EA-15) and the single Member States, with a breakdown by main partners and by major product groups, according to the Standard International Trade Classification (SITC).
- Trade flows for the 27 Member States are presented with both other EU countries (intra-EU trade) and non-EU partners (extra-EU trade).
- The source of these statistics is Comext, the Eurostat database containing detailed external trade data for the EU and its Member States. |
EU – Bookshop
(2008) |
Making trade work
for development
ENGLISH |
- Trade-related assistance :
an update : a selection of case studies from around the world
|
EU – Bookshop
(2005) |
Customs blueprints
Pathways to modern
customs
ENGLISH |
- Customs regulations |
EU – Bookshop
(2007) |
External and intra-European
Union trade Data 2002-07
ENGLISH |
- This pocketbook provides an overview of the characteristics of the European Union’s trade in goods.
- Data are provided for the European Union as a whole (EU-27), the euro area (EA-15) and the single Member States, with a breakdown by main partners and by major product groups, according to the Standard International Trade Classification (SITC).
- Trade flows for the 27 Member States are presented with both other EU countries (intra-EU trade) and non-EU partners (extra-EU trade).
- The source of these statistics is Comext, the Eurostat database containing detailed external trade data for the EU and its Member States.
|
EU – Bookshop
(2009) |
EU in the world-a statistical portrait
ENGLISH |
This publication provides a statistical portrait of the European Union in relation to the rest of the world. It begins with a presentation of key indicators of the EU, its largest Member States and the other G-20 countries. It then moves to describe how the EU interacts with the rest of the world, as portrayed through statistical information |
EU - Bookshop 2010 |
Europe in Figure-Eurostat yearbook 2010
ENGLISH |
Europe in figures – Eurostat yearbook 2010 – presents a comprehensive selection of statistical data on Europe. With just over 450 statistical tables, graphs and maps, the yearbook is a definitive collection of statistical information on the European Union. Most data cover the period 1998-2008 for the European Union and its Member States, while some indicators are provided for other countries, such as candidate countries to the European Union, members of EFTA, Japan or the United States. The yearbook deals with the following areas: the economy; population; health; education; the labour market; living conditions and welfare; industry and services; agriculture, forestry and fisheries; trade; transport; environment and energy; science and technology; and Europe’s regions. This edition’s spotlight chapter covers national accounts statistics – with a particular focus on the economic downturn observed during 2008/2009
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EU - Bookshop 2010 |
Sigma: the bulletin of European Statistics 1/2010
ENGLISH |
Sigma is a magazine published by Eurostat, addressing people interested in European statistics. Each issue deals with a specific statistical theme. This time the focus is on sustainable agriculture and fisheries statistics. Inside, readers will find examples of work done in the area by Eurostat and other European Union Directorates-General. |
EU - Bookshop 2010 |
Fishery statistics-Data 1995-2008
ENGLISH |
This publication contains summary tables on fishery statistics for EEA Member States and EU candidate countries. It gives an overview of the data currently available in Eurostat’s database on fisheries statistics and presents data on the total fisheries production, on aquaculture production, on catches by fishing region, on landings in EEA ports and on the EEA fishing fleet. The data are derived from official national sources and in the case of non-EEA countries from international organisations. In general, they use internationally agreed concepts and definitions developed by the Coordinating Working Party on Fishery Statistics (CWP).
|
EU - Bookshop 2009 |
Food: from farm to fork statistics
ENGLISH |
This pocketbook provides the reader with statistical information on how the food chain evolves in Europe; it gives different indicators for each step of the production-consumption chain, including food and feed. Its aim is to give a summary of the data currently available in the "Food: from farm to fork" database. The outline shadows the approach taken by the European Commission on Food Safety policy, and thus all the indicators presented have been developed with this in mind. This publication may be viewed as a compendium of the data available on food and the food chain within Eurostat |
EU - Bookshop 2008 |
Panorama on tourism
ENGLISH |
The Panorama is the third edition of this publication on tourism. It provides an overview on structural aspects of tourism in Europe and its evolution since 2000 including the EU Member States, Candidate and EFTA countries. The publication consists of tables, graphs and maps combined with an analytical text. Main features of the tourism sector in Europe, structure and evolution of the accommodation industry and the travel patterns of European tourists are three key issues of this publication which concludes with a country specific description of tourism in the 27 Member States of the European Union
|
EU -Bookshop 2008 |
Consumers in Europe
ENGLISH |
The 2009 edition of Consumers in Europe presents a comprehensive set of data and related information concerning consumer markets and consumer protection issues within the European Union. The aim of the publication is to bring together the most relevant and useful information for the evaluation and development of consumer policy, not only as a tool for policy-makers, but also for those interested in end-markets and consumer affairs, such as representative organisations, public authorities, or suppliers of goods and services. |
EU - Bookshop 2009 |
FLEGT Asia Regional Programme-Supporting responsible trade for Asia’s forests
ENGLISH |
FLEGT is an important part of EU cooperation with developing countries. Some 60 million people worldwide depend directly on forests for their livelihoods and another 1.6 billion are indirectly affected. Better forestry management will help to prevent illegal logging, which will in turn reduce poverty. This is a major goal of FLEGT, calling on trade as a vehicle to push for progress in better forest governance.
In this brochure, we look at the newly launched FLEGT Asia Programme. The programme is facilitated by EuropeAid Co-operation Offi ce and implemented by the European Forest Institute (EFI) in close consultation with forestry-related stakeholders in the Asian region.
|
EU - Bookshop 2010 |
How to read a label
ENGLISH |
|
EU - Bookshop 2007 |
Annual report 2010 on the European Union’s development and external assistance policies and their implementation in 2009
ENGLISH |
In 2009, the EU (27 Member States and the European Commission) was once again the largest provider of development aid, with more than half of global Official Development Assistance, or € 48.2 billion. Of this amount, € 10 billion were disbursed by the Commission. Th is is something we can be proud of especially as we can see progress towards the Millennium Development Goals and poverty alleviation.
2009 was a difficult year throughout the world. Problems caused by the food crisis were exacerbated by the financial and economic crisis which hit all of us hard, but developing countries most of all. Th is meant that there had to be a swift and effective response from the EU. With the publication of this report, we have the opportunity to look back at the progress made but also to look forward at what could be done better. Th is is my focus in preparing our policy approaches for this new decade of development.
|
EU - Bookshop 2009 |
Combating illegal fishing
ENGLISH |
An international scourge; certification, traceability and verifications; a system of sanctions; cutting off outlets for illegal fishing |
EU - Bookshop 2010 |
Fisheries and aquaculture in Europe
ENGLISH |
The priorities of the new Commissioner for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries Ms. Maria Damanaki; and Europe from the perspectives of its seas
|
EU - Bookshop 2010 |
Trade, Growth and World Affairs
ENGLISH |
Trade Policy as a Core Component of the EU’s 2020 Strategy |
EU - Bookshop 2010 |
REACH-The new EU chemicals legislation
ENGLISH |
REACH is the European law on chemicals and their safe use. It deals with Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals.
REACH replaces previous European laws related to chemicals and is complementary to other environment and safety legislation. It does not replace sector specific legislation (for example on cosmetics or detergents)
REACH is also implemented in Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway. These countries are part of the European Economic Area (EEA)
|
ECHA (2010) |
Guidance for Annex V: REACH-Exemptions from the obligation to register
ENGLISH |
Article 2(7)(b) of the Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH) and its amendment by Regulation (EC) No 987/2008 of 8 October 2008 sets out criteria for exempting substances covered by Annex V from the registration, downstream user and evaluation requirements. These criteria are formulated in a very general way. This guidance is intended to give more explanations and background information for applying the different exemptions and give clarifications when an exemption could be applied and when not. It should be noted that the companies benefiting from an exemption must provide the authorities (on request) with appropriate information to show that their substances qualify for the exemption. Where reaction products are exempted under Annex V as amended by Regulation (EC) No 987/2008, the occurrence of which is, however foreseeable and which may have consequences for risk management measures, appropriate safety information must be communicated through the supply chain in accordance with title IV of the Regulation. |
ECHA (2010) |
Urgent information for companies selling chemicals in EU/EEA countries: 2010-Time to Reclassify your chemicals
ENGLISH |
You need to classify your chemical substances in line with the new Classification, Labelling and Packaging Regulation (CLP) by 1 December 2010.
For many substances, you need to notify the CLP classification to the European Chemicals Agency by 3 January 2011.
|
ECHA (2009) |
How to prepare and submit data to ECHA
ENGLISH |
Since 1 June 2008, following REACH entry into operation, companies have been required to submit information to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). This leaflet provides an overview on the data submission processes for late pre-registrations, PPORD notifications, inquiries and registrations. |
ECHA (2009) |
ECHA-Working for the safe use of chemicals across the EU
ENGLISh |
ECHA manages the EU chemicals regulation (REACH) and the new regulation on Classification, Labelling and Packaging of Chemicals (CLP) across Europe. REACH lays down the precise duties of the Agency.
These new pieces of legislation have been designed to completely overhaul the way that the safety of chemicals is assessed, implemented and communicated within Europe.
|
ECHA (2009) |
Guidance in a nutshell: Requirements for Substances in Articles
ENGLISH |
This Guidance in a Nutshell explains in brief the provisions of Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH Regulation) that apply to substances in articles.
This Guidance in a Nutshell is aimed at managers and decision-makers of companies producing, importing and/or supplying articles in the European Economic Area (EEA), particularly if they have little experience with chemicals regulatory affairs.
Reading this document will allow them to decide whether they need to read the full Guidance on requirements for substances in articles or not, in order to identify their obligations under REACH concerning substances in articles.
Companies located outside of the EEA may use this Guidance in a Nutshell to understand the requirements for substances in articles the importers of their products in the EEA have to fulfil. |
ECHA (2009) |
Guidance in a nutshell: Chemical Safety Assessment
ENGLISH |
This guidance document provides an overview of what a chemical safety assessment is and how it is performed and documented. It also outlines the communication needs down the supply chain and the resources required, in terms of time and expertise, to comply with the legal obligations.
The purpose of the document is to assist industry in understanding the general provisions for conducting a chemical safety assessment. The document is aimed at non-experts who want to become familiar with the legal requirements regarding substance assessment. For more in-depth advice, the reader should turn to the Guidance on Information Requirements and Chemical Safety Assessment. A glossary, containing the definitions of REACH related terms, is also available in the guidance section of the ECHA website.
|
ECHA (2009) |
Guidance in a nutshell: Registration data and dossier handling
ENGLISH |
This guide aims to give a simple and concise introduction to the information content of registration dossiers for chemical substances under REACH, in particular to the information requirements, i.e. the data on physicochemical, toxicological and ecotoxicological properties, and to the chemical safety assessment. In addition, practical guidance is provided on how to prepare and submit a registration dossier. Finally, essential follow-up activities required by ECHA and the registrants upon registration submission will be outlined. |
ECHA (2009) |
REACH-IT: Industry User Manual: Getting started with REACH-IT
ENGLISH |
This Industry User Manual (IUM) serves as the reference manual for all REACH-IT functionalities, which are or will be available to the Industry. This IUM is meant for any Industry user, who needs to use REACH-IT to submit or consult data. The different REACH-IT users are described in Part 2 (Sign-up and account management).
|
ECHA (2009) |
Guidance on Registration
ENGLISH |
This Guidance Document describes when and how to register a substance under REACH. It consists of two parts: one on Registration tasks and obligations and the other on the preparation of the Registration Dossier. It is part of a series of guidance documents that are aimed to help all stakeholders with their preparation for fulfilling their obligations under the REACH regulation.
These documents cover detailed guidance for a range of essential REACH processes as well as for some specific scientific and/or technical methods that industry or authorities need to make use of under REACH. |
ECHA (2009) |
Guidance for identification and naming of substances under REACH
ENGLISH |
This document describes how to name and identify a substance under REACH. It is part of a series of guidance documents that are aimed to help all stakeholders with their preparation for fulfilling their obligations under the REACH regulation. These documents cover detailed guidance for a range of essential REACH processes as well as for some specific scientific and/or technical methods that industry or authorities need to make use of under REACH.
|
ECHA (2007) |
European Customs Information Portal (ECIP)
ENGLISH |
The brochure gives brief information on European Customs Information Portal (ECIP), where you can access to practical information on EU customs rules concerning importing and exporting goods as well as transit. |
EC (2010) |
The European Union budget at a glance
ENGLISH |
What is the money spent on?
Where does the money come from?
How is the budget decided?
How is the money spent and controlled?
How is the money accounted for?
|
EU (2010) |
European Union Public Finance (4th edition)
ENGLISH |
|
EU (2008) |
GreenBook 2010: Commercial Counsellors Report on Vietnam
ENGLISH/VIETNAMESE |
Each year the Working Group of Economic and Commercial Counsellors of the European Union publishes a report on the economy of Vietnam. This "Green Book" aims to provide the private sector as well as European institutions and governments with an analysis of the recent economic performance of Vietnam as well as an overview of the development in certain sectors of the Vietnamese economy. The Green Book is not an official publication of the EU. It is a joint initiative of the EU Embassies and the Delegation of European Union to Vietnam
|
EU (2010) |
EU Commercial Counselors Report on Vietnam 2011
ENGLISH |
The first part is dedicated to a general overview of the most important developments in Vietnam in 2010. It features an overview of the economic performance of Vietnam as well as an analysis of major economic indicators such as foreign trade, investment, employment as well as sectoral and monetary policies.
The second and third parts provide on the other hand information about industries (garments and textiles, footwear, fishery products, agro-industry, pharmaceuticals, machinery and financial services) and on the other hand the development of infrastructure (air traffic, land transportation, harbors and marine transport, IT and telecommunications, energy, the environment and construction and real estate). |
EU Delegation to Vietnam |
European Competitiveness Report 2010
ENGLISH |
|
EUROPA (2010) |
Free and easy access to European statistics
ENGLISH |
A short guide to Eurostat's website, data and publications |
EUROPA (2010) |
Statistics Explained
ENGLISH |
Statistics Explained is a new tool that provides easy access to Eurostat's statistical information. Working in a similar way to Wikipedia, it is easy to use and easy to navigate. Statistics Explained is a rich source of information for the full-range of statistical subjects covered by Eurostat. Statistics Explained is: an encyclopaedia of European Union statistics; a portal to further information for occasional and for regular users alike; a statistical glossary. Statistics Explained makes extensive use of hyper-linking and similar possibilities offered by the Internet to provide seamless access to information at various levels. It contains statistical data and explanations, but also provides links to the latest figures and all kind of relevant background information which may be useful to understand the statistics presented
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EUROPA (2011) |
Europe and Agriculture
ENGLISH |
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EUROPA (2011) |
