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Changes to Finland's soft drinks tax don't amount to state aid, EU watchdog says

( May 23, 2025, 10:32 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: Modifications to a Finnish tax on soft drinks, which has been in place since 1940, don't involve any state aid, the European Commission said today. Under the update, the tax will continue to be levied on soft drinks and the rate will be progressive, depending on the sugar content of the drink. The watchdog concluded that the tax is based on non-discriminatory parameters and that it has been designed in line with the goals pursued.Statement follows. ...

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