Guidelines on De Minimis Aid

De Minimis Aid refers to small amounts of financial support that governments can provide to businesses without needing to seek approval from regulatory bodies. Typically, this aid is limited to a certain threshold (e.g., €200,000 over three years in the EU). The idea is that such small subsidies are unlikely to distort competition or trade significantly. These guidelines help ensure that businesses can receive essential support while maintaining fair competition in the market. Essentially, it's a way for governments to help businesses without the complexity of formal regulations.