EU carbon border tax revamp targeted for November deal; divisions remain
By Oscar Pandiello ( October 21, 2026, 14:36 GMT | Insight) -- Key questions over the scope of the EU’s carbon border tax expansion and possible temporary exemptions remain unresolved after opening talks, MLex understands. Negotiators outlined their positions but reached no agreement on the most contentious issues, including which additional products to cover or whether to suspend the charge during market disruption. Both sides are aiming for a Nov. 30 agreement.Which additional products the EU’s carbon border tax should cover and whether specific goods could be temporarily exempted remain unresolved after opening talks between governments and European Parliament negotiators, MLex has learned....
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