45As regards the objectives of Regulation No 44/2001, it is clear from recitals 2, 6, 16 and 17 thereof that it seeks to ensure the free movement of judgments from Member States in civil and commercial matters by simplifying the formalities with a view to their rapid and simple recognition and enforcement (judgment of 7 July 2016, Lebek, C‑70/15, EU:C:2016:524, paragraph 33).
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