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Editorial, by Alexander Schaub
Spotlight, Frits Bolkestein leaves a message for Europe

- Company Law & Financial Information
The wider impact of IAS / IFRS
Recommendation on directors' pay
Consultation launched on shareholders' rights
Stronger role recommended for independent directors

- Financial Services
New strategy launched to counter financial crime
New Action Plan to prevent payment fraud
The future of financial services - what do the experts say?
Basel II : New capital requirements
Commission sets up expert group on clearing and settlement
FIN-USE panel gives opinion on expert group' reports

- Free Movement of Goods and Services
Services Directive - new research shows growth potential

- Public Procurement
Commission consults on defence procurement
Consultation on electronic procurement
Buying green can save taxpayers' money

- Company Law & Financial Information
European Company Statute blocked by national delays

- Intellectual and Industrial Property
Consultation launched on copyright legislation
More competition for automobile spare parts
EU accession to Madrid Protocol on trademarks

- Other subjects are also approached