The European Parliament rejected a bill aimed at simplifying sustainability reporting and due diligence obligations for businesses. This decision comes amid pressure from EU member states and external parties like the US and Qatar to amend the EU's due diligence law, which mandates companies to monitor their supply chains for environmental and labor issues. The law faced criticism for its administrative burden, with calls for its repeal or modification. The rejection indicates a divide within the Parliament and raises concerns about future negotiations on the law. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)