Council of Ministers

Rule Changes

Approved zero customs duties on solar imports

Iraq's cabinet approved zero customs duties on imported solar panels, inverters, lithium batteries and cables on October 20, 2026. The rate had been as high as 33% before a February 2026 cut to 5%.

Updated Nov 1

Rule Changes

Approved the protest measures

Albania can now fine people up to 500,000 lekë, about $6,000, for staying in a crowd that is committing violence or looting, or for hiding their identity at a protest. Prime Minister Edi Rama's cabinet approved the measures on October 28 as normative acts, which take effect immediately.

Updated Nov 1

Rule Changes

As of September 2026: Approved the school decree-law on 2026-09-24

Italy's cabinet approved a decree-law on Sept. 24 that bans face coverings in schools and caps at 30% the share of first-year students with weak Italian in any one class. The text still needs President Sergio Mattarella's signature; it is due at the Quirinale on Sept. 28 after funding was settled. Parliament then has 60 days to ratify the decree or it lapses.

Updated Sep 26