CFME26: “A bit of a circus” – EU’s indecision over CBAM rules raises uncertainty for industries

Published 08:15 on January 15, 2026 / Last updated at 08:15 on January 15, 2026 / / EMEA (Africa, Europe, Middle East), International (CBAM & Tariffs), Net Zero Transition (Industrial Decarbonisation)

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The European Commission's proposal to pause its border carbon fee for fertiliser imports highlights the risk of investing in low-carbon products, amid "frustrating" political indecision, industry insiders said at Carbon Forward Middle East on Thursday.
The European Commission's proposal to pause its border carbon fee for fertiliser imports highlights the risk of investing in low-carbon products, amid "frustrating" political indecision, industry insiders said at Carbon Forward Middle East on Thursday.


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