Main results and statements at the EU Tripartite Social Summit on 14 October 2026
At the Tripartite Social Summit, BusinessEurope called for regulatory simplification, better investment conditions and a stronger Single Market. The European…
Eurogroup President calls EU banking fragmentation a “strategic tax” on growth
Speaking at a European Banking Federation and BusinessEurope forum in Brussels, Eurogroup President Kyriakos Pierrakakis warned that Europe’s fragmented banking market…
Main results of the EU Tripartite Social Summit on 18 March 2026
At the Tripartite Social Summit, EU leaders and social partners discussed existing barriers to competitiveness in Europe and explored ways to address…
Main results of the macroeconomic dialogue with the social partners
The EU Council presidency, the European Central Bank (ECB) and the European Commission met with European social partners on 12…
Main results of the Tripartite Social Summit on 22 October 2025
EU leaders and social partners met in Brussels for the Tripartite Social Summit. The main theme of the summit was…
Mercosur and Mexico agreements: What politicians and stakeholders say
The European Commission’s move to launch ratification of the EU-Mercosur and EU-Mexico agreements sparked sharply diverging reactions. European Council President…
Showdown: EU Commission’s MFF proposal sparks controversy across parties and capitals
The EU Commission’s €2 trillion post-2027 Multiannual Financial Framework has triggered immediate and widespread controversy. Germany rejects the budget increase…
EU Commission’s 2040 climate target proposal draws strong and divergent reactions
The EU Commission’s 2040 climate target proposal has triggered strong and sometimes controversial reactions. Insight EU provides an overview of…
BusinessEurope: New U.S. tariffs undermine the transatlantic economy
According to the influential European business association, the unilateral US decision to impose additional tariffs on all major US trading…
U.S. tariffs on cars and car parts: EU stakeholder responses
The European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA) is deeply concerned by the US President’s announcement of additional tariffs on the car…
Agenda of the EU Tripartite Social Summit, 19 March 2025
The main theme of the tripartite social summit will be ‘Bringing Europe back on track in...
U.S. tariffs: Statements by MEPs and stakeholders
Leading MEPs react to the EU Commission's countermeasures against unjustified U.S. tariffs: "The EU-US trade partnership is the largest in…
EU Commission and social partners sign Pact for European Social Dialogue
The EU Commission and the European cross-industry social partners signed a new Pact for European Social Dialogue which will strengthen the role…
European Union of Skills: Reactions by politicians and stakeholders
According to MEPs, there is no competitive European Union without strong commitments to its social dimension: "We need clear and…
Competitiveness Compass: Reactions by EU stakeholders
Important EU stakeholders have commented on the EU Commission's package for a Competitiveness Compass. Delve into their reactions.
BusinessEurope proposes targeted actions to reduce regulatory burden
BusinessEurope has issued an urgent call to comprehensively reduce the growing regulatory burden on companies operating in the EU.
EU-Swiss relationship welcome by many EU politicians and EU stakeholders
The text of the agreements will undergo a legal review, after which it will be translated into all official EU…
EU – Mercosur Agreement: Reactions by interest representatives (updated)
"In a world increasingly marked by protectionism and rising geopolitical risks, the EU is sending a positive signal: It remains…
EU-Mercosur: Leading trade MEPs and businesses welcome potential conclusion
As talks on the trade pillar of the EU-Mercosur agreement could be concluded tomorrow, after several years of negotiations, the…
Polish EU Presidency: BusinessEurope members issue Warsaw Declaration
To continue being an anchor of peace, prosperity, and stability, Europe must act decisively to strengthen its economy and close…
BusinessEurope position paper on EU-China relations: Shaping the way forward
China is and will remain a crucial market for European companies. However, mounting risks and challenges of doing business in and with…
U.S. Presidential Elections: EU Stakeholder reactions
In this summary, we collect statements of European stakeholders after the U.S. Presidential Elections victory of Donald Trump. This post…
BusinessEurope updates outlook on EU-UK relations
The new political cycles in the EU and the UK bring an opportunity to upgrade the EU-UK relationship, so that…
BusinessEurope wants to turn Europe into an SME superpower
Europe is home to over 25 million SMEs representing 99% of all businesses, providing jobs for more than 88 million…
BusinessEurope calls for a proactive, creative and forward-looking EU trade agenda
According to BusinessEurope, the EU should pursue a new generation of bilateral arrangements with third countries, proposing a wide range…
The Mario Draghi report: Reactions by politicians and stakeholders (updated)
After the publication of Mario Draghi's report on Future European Competitiveness, politicians in the European Parliament and European stakeholder have…
BusinessEurope publishes its policy priorities for 2024-2029
As a new legislative term begins, BusinessEurope is putting forward policy priorities across the areas of R&I, Sustainable Finance, the…
BussinessEurope position paper: Global Gateway – Suggestions and Way Forward
Global Gateway is a rare opportunity for the European Union to improve its “value proposition” to the rest of the…
Single Market: Reactions by Charles Michel, Roberta Metsola, BusinessEurope, and EuroCommerce
"The single market is a fundamental asset, a fundamental tool. Thanks to the single market, we have made a lot…
European A.I. Act: MEPs adopt landmark law – EU Council to decide soon
On Wednesday, Parliament approved the Artificial Intelligence Act that ensures safety and compliance with fundamental rights, while boosting innovation. The…
BEFIT: New rules to reduce tax costs for cross-border businesses up to 65%
Today's proposal, called “Business in Europe: Framework for Income Taxation” (BEFIT), will make life easier for both businesses and tax…
BusinessEurope presents action plan for more competitiveness: The EU urgently needs to change course
Brussels, 14 March 2023 BusinessEurope calls on the EU to urgently change course. BusinessEurope Director...
Digital Services and Markets: MEPs adopt new rulebooks for a safer, open web
Strasbourg, 5 July 2022 The new EU digital rulebook sets out unprecedented standards on the...
Business associations: Time is ripe for the renewal of European integration
Brussels, 27 June 2022 In the wake of the economic fallout created by the Russian...
BusinessEurope and US Chamber of Commerce: Priorities for the 12th WTO Ministerial Conference
The 12th WTO Ministerial Conference, taking place in Geneva from 12 to 15 June, will be...
Fredrik Persson succeeds Pierre Gattaz as President of BusinessEurope
Brussels, 3 June 2022 During its meeting in Prague today, the Council of Presidents of...
BusinessEurope on the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence proposal
1 June 2022 INTRODUCTION BUSINESSEUROPE is the leading advocate for growth and competitiveness at European...
Climate 1: MEPs want to accelerated EU action and energy independence
Link Brussels, 17 May 2022 Emissions Trading System reform: free allowances for industries phased out...
BusinessEurope condemns Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
(Brussels, 24 February 2022) European business strongly condemns the invasion of Ukraine by Russia that...
Disruption risks in supply chains – Businesseurope survey
Brussels, 8 February 2022 Trade Trade technical issue Market access During the summer/early Autumn 2021,...
BusinessEurope publishes recommendations for the EU Global Gateway Initiative
Brussels, 30 November 2021 Today, Businesseurope has published its recommendations focusing on prioritisation, business involvement,...
Macroeconomic dialogue at political level on 8 November 2021
8 November 2021 The 43rd meeting of the macroeconomic dialogue at the political level focused...
Businesseurope: Global bank rules should not put EU companies at a competitive disadvantage
(Brussels, 27 October 2021) Following the European Commission’s proposals to implement the final parts of...
Transatlantic business strongly supports the new Trade and Technology Council
(Brussels, 29 September 2021) Today’s inaugural meeting of the U.S.-EU Trade and Technology Council in...
BusinessEurope comments on EU Commission proposal for a Digital Levy
7 July 2021 On 5 June, the G? Finance Ministers reached a historic agreement on significant...
Businesseurope on EU-US Summit: Time to work together as allies
Brussels, 14 June 2021. The EU-U.S. summit taking place tomorrow is an important step to rejuvenate...
BusinessEurope: EU’s €750 billion recovery instrument needs stronger focus on investments
Support needed for European cross-border projects and EU Single Market – (Brussels, 11 June 2021)...
BusinessEurope: Corporate tax should support growth and investment
(Brussels, 18 May 2021) Following the publication today by the European Commission of its Communication...
Businesseurope: Re-launch of EU-India trade negotiations an important step forward
(Porto, 8 May 2021) Today, the EU-India Business Roundtable took place virtually in Porto to...