The latest edition of the EU Watch features discussions on the EU’s efforts to balance green initiatives with competitiveness and addresses the issue of corruption in European countries. The panel includes Ben Butters, CEO at Eurochambres, Cory Bennet from POLITICO Europe, and climate activist Chloé Mikolajczak.
One of the main topics of discussion was the European Commission’s plans to simplify regulations for businesses in the EU, with a focus on deregulation. Climate activist Chloé Mikolajczak expressed concern over this move, stating that the laws in place were the result of years of negotiation and compromise. The panel also discussed the EU Trade Commissioner’s recent visit to Washington DC to avoid a potential trade war with President Trump, with a focus on lowering duties for industrial goods and increasing US product purchases.
Cory Bennet highlighted the unpredictability of President Trump, stating that it is important to take him seriously but not necessarily literally. The panel also explored the concept of the EU’s ‘Competitive Compass’ and the upcoming ‘Omnibus’ packages that are expected to be introduced. Despite differing opinions on the EU’s approach to regulation and trade negotiations, the panel provided valuable insights on the current state of affairs in Brussels.
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