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- 1Campaign demands zero fossil fuel lobbyists at COP31▼Campaign calls for zero fossil fuel lobbyists in COP31 delegations
A campaign is calling for national delegations to the COP31 climate summit to exclude fossil fuel lobbyists entirely. The push aims to prevent oil, gas and coal industry representatives from influencing negotiations at the UN climate talks. Advocates argue industry presence undermines the credibility and ambition of the summit's outcomes.
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White House trade adviser Peter Navarro is at the centre of a fresh US-Canada rift after telling Canadian lobbyists to "get the hell out" of the United States and warning that Canada will "pay even more dearly" if it interferes in the upcoming US midterm elections. The comments drew wide coverage in both countries. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney responded that he has no plans to apply further trade pressure as the midterms approach.
- 3Lobbyists push EU to roll back regulations●Lobbyisten bedrängen die # EU , sie wollen Regulierungen wieder abbauen, um freie Hand zu haben. Ob # CO2 - Handel, # Li
Lobbyists are pressuring the European Union to weaken or dismantle existing regulations so companies can operate with fewer restrictions. Critics say targets include the CO2 emissions trading system, the supply chain law, consumer protection, data privacy rules, and pesticide restrictions, warning that pesticides could return to fields and food. Commentators argue this serves corporate profit at the expense of public health and environmental safeguards.
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President Lula publicly defended his son Lulinha, saying he doubts his son lobbied any of his ministers. The remarks came after reports that Brazil's foreign ministry, Itamaraty, helped a lobbyist friend of Lulinha move to Madrid, with the Spanish embassy's involvement confirmed. Opposition outlets are pressing the government over preferential treatment, while the presidency dismisses wrongdoing.
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Trade friction between Washington and Ottawa is escalating. White House trade adviser Peter Navarro told Canadian lobbyists to 'get the hell out' of the United States, while Prime Minister Mark Carney said he has no plans to apply further trade pressure ahead of the US midterms. Canadian companies hit by tariffs are being advised to seek relief through Ottawa's remissions system.
- 6Satire mocks lobbyist cash and 'poor' prime ministers●[Sad music begins to play and narrator begins] 'For just $2 a day (or a $10k lobbyist dinner *donation*) you can help a
A satirical piece styled like a charity appeal is circulating, asking for '$2 a day' to help a 'poor corrupt' prime minister who supposedly has only a large property portfolio and an undisclosed bank account of lobbyist money to live on. The parody riffs on charity fundraising ads to skewer politician wealth and lobbying influence.
- 7Former Palantir lobbyist aided Andy Burnham's PM path●Recent lobbyist for Palantir had key role in helping Andy Burnham become PM https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/
The Guardian reports that Martha Dalton, a recent lobbyist for tech firm Palantir, played a key role in Andy Burnham's bid to become prime minister. The story raises questions about the influence of technology industry figures inside Burnham's leadership operation, drawing attention on social media among politics and technology watchers.
- 8Report names Apple among Brussels' biggest corporate lobbyists▼Apple among biggest corporate lobbyists in Brussels, per report
Apple ranks among the largest corporate lobbyists in Brussels, according to a new report, placing the company alongside the EU capital's most influential corporate players. The finding highlights the scale of Apple's lobbying presence in European policy circles, where the company faces major regulatory scrutiny over digital markets, competition and other rules.
- 9Apple among Brussels' most active corporate lobbyists●Apple ranks among Brussels’ most active corporate lobbyists, outpacing Europe’s industrial giants
Apple is reported to rank among the most active corporate lobbyists in Brussels, surpassing many of Europe's largest industrial companies in lobbying activity toward EU institutions. The report highlights the scale of the iPhone maker's political footprint in Europe, prompting discussion about how much influence big technology firms exert over EU policymaking compared with traditional industrial players.
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A sports bill under consideration in the US Senate is drawing heavy lobbying activity, with a large number of interest groups now working to influence its progress. The measure touches on issues that affect major stakeholders in American sports, including leagues, universities and athletes, which helps explain the crowded field of advocates. Details of the bill's provisions and the specific groups involved remain limited.
- 11Congressional staffers planned luxury Europe trip before election▼Congressional staffers planned bipartisan trip with luxury stops in Europe ahead of election
Congressional staffers from both parties planned a bipartisan trip to Europe that included luxury stops, with the travel arranged ahead of the November election. Details of the itinerary are drawing criticism over the optics of lawmakers' offices organizing upscale foreign travel at a politically sensitive moment, raising questions about ethics rules and taxpayer-funded or lobbyist-linked trips.