First legally binding international AI treaty opening September 2024. Developed by 46 Council of Europe members with 68 international stakeholders. Work initiated in 2019 by CAHAI committee, succeeded by CAI in 2022
Directive covers machinery, safety components, lifting accessories and partly completed equipment. Excludes weapons, nuclear machinery, fairground equipment and certain transport vehicles. Defines machinery as assembly of moving parts for specific application
Directives are EU's secondary law adopted by institutions. They are binding in Member States but leave national authorities flexibility. Can be adopted through legislative or non-legislative procedures
Turkey's AKS system tracks addresses of both Turks and foreigners since 2006. Foreigners must register within 20 working days of entry. Address changes must be reported promptly to avoid fines
Directive harmonizes pressure equipment laws across EU member states. Applies to equipment with maximum pressure PS greater than 0.5 bar. Covers both new and imported pressure equipment and assemblies. Excludes pipelines, water networks, simple pressure vessels, aerosol dispensers
Visa Code establishes rules for stays up to three months in EU territory. Member States must be present or represented in visa-required third countries. Airport transit visas required for nationals from certain countries. Multiple-entry visas available for frequent travellers