Business Europe
Recent News About Business Europe
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BusinessEurope calls for urgent policy changes to boost Europe's competitiveness
BusinessEurope has released its business priorities for the upcoming European Union cycle through a publication titled "Reboot Europe: Europe’s economic success – everyone’s business."
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EU-Switzerland deal updates sectoral participation in Single Market
The European Union and Switzerland have reached a consensus on a set of agreements that facilitate Swiss companies' involvement in the Single Market.
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EU-Mercosur political agreement hailed as significant step forward
After years of challenging negotiations, the European Union and Mercosur have reached a political agreement.
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EU-Mercosur negotiations approach decisive moment at Mercosur Summit
This week is pivotal for the EU-Mercosur agreement as negotiations near a potential conclusion at the upcoming Mercosur Summit.
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BusinessEurope outlines economic priorities for Polish EU Presidency
BusinessEurope's Council of Presidents gathered in Warsaw, hosted by the Confederation Lewiatan, ahead of Poland assuming the EU Presidency.
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BusinessEurope urges EU Commission to focus on economic revival
The European Parliament has confirmed the new European Commission College, led by President Ursula von der Leyen.
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BusinessEurope outlines strategic approach to future EU-China relations
BusinessEurope has released a new paper detailing its priorities for EU-China relations in the upcoming EU cycle.
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European business groups urge consistent application of SME Test by EU Commission
New analysis from BusinessEurope, Eurochambres, and SMEunited indicates that the European Commission's application of the 'SME Test' methodology is still inconsistent across its services.
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BusinessEurope highlights importance of Transatlantic ties after Trump's election
BusinessEurope President Fredrik Persson has extended his congratulations to Donald Trump on his election as President of the United States.
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BusinessEurope urges EU action amid slow economic growth projections
Ahead of the Macroeconomic Dialogue with social partners and EU institutions, BusinessEurope has released its latest Economic Outlook.
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BusinessEurope outlines priorities for EU social policy through 2029
BusinessEurope has released its priorities for the European Union's social policy over the next five years. The document was presented to European Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen, Executive Vice-President Valdis Dombrovskis, and European Commissioner for Jobs and Social Rights Nicolas Schmit during a meeting with the European Social Partners.
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BusinessEurope discusses challenges facing Europe's SMEs at Berlin roadshow
BusinessEurope held its fourth SME Roadshow event in Berlin, Germany, in collaboration with the Confederation of German Employers’ Associations (BDA) and supported by the Federation of German Industries (BDI). The event featured speeches from Roberta Metsola, European Parliament President, and Michael Kellner, German Parliamentary State Secretary and Commissioner for SMEs.
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BusinessEurope urges proactive EU trade agenda in new legislative cycle
In a new paper published today, BusinessEurope has emphasized the need for the European Union to use the upcoming legislative cycle to revitalize its trade agenda. BusinessEurope Director General Markus J. Beyrer stated, “During the next institutional cycle, we call on EU leaders to adopt a trade agenda that is proactive, creative and forward-looking. To rebalance the focus placed in recent years on its defensive toolkit, the EU must develop an ambitious diversification strategy."
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BusinessEurope endorses Draghi's report on EU competitiveness
Welcoming the much-anticipated report on the future of the EU’s competitiveness, presented by Professor Mario Draghi, BusinessEurope President Fredrik Persson expressed his support.
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Business leaders outline priorities ahead of Hungarian EU presidency
The Presidents and Directors General of BusinessEurope’s member federations convened in Budapest today, hosted by the Hungarian member federation MGYOSZ – BusinessHungary. The gathering aimed to communicate business priorities for the European Union as Hungary prepares to assume the Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Key discussions were held with Tamás Sulyok, President of Hungary, Màrton Nagy, Minister for the National Economy of Hungary, and Enrico Letta, author of a recent report on the future of the Single Market.
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Study urges swift EU action to close Europe's growing energy price gap
A new, in-depth study published today by BusinessEurope, developed with economic consultancy Compass Lexecon, indicates that a more competitive energy and climate transition is still possible but only if swift action is taken by EU legislators during the next EU cycle.
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European businesses urge new MEPs to prioritize competitiveness
BusinessEurope and the European business community have extended their congratulations to the newly elected Members of the European Parliament, acknowledging a strong voter turnout that underscores citizens' engagement with Europe.
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BusinessEurope calls for renewed focus on EU competitiveness amid slight growth forecast
With the European elections approaching, BusinessEurope has released its Spring Economic Outlook, advocating for a reboot in EU policymaking to enhance Europe’s competitiveness and strengthen its industrial base.
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BusinessEurope publishes recommendations on European Economic Security Strategy
BusinessEurope has published its position paper on a European Economic Security Strategy. BusinessEurope Director General Markus J. Beyrer stated, "At a time when the debate on the development of a European Economic Security Strategy is intensifying, BusinessEurope is publishing this paper to provide concrete recommendations on this topic. For us, the Strategy must be anchored in the principles of competitiveness and openness. The protection of vital security interests must not be used as cover for disguised protectionism, and it must not endanger the integrity of the Single...
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BusinessEurope reacts to EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive adoption
Reacting to today’s Council agreement, which finalizes the legislative process to adopt the EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive, BusinessEurope Director General Markus J. Beyrer commented: "Harmonised transposition and clear guidance for companies will be key for implementation."