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ArticleEuropean Preference risks raising costs and weakening competitiveness
The debate on European Preference in the EU’s proposed Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) has largely focused on resilience and reducing strategic dependencies. A new report finds that these objectives may come with significant trade-offs in terms of costs, competition and long-term competitiveness.
ArticleRegulatory simplification must become a strategic priority for the EU
The EU’s increased focus on regulatory simplification and the use of omnibus packages is welcome. However, significant work remains to reduce the regulatory burden on businesses.
ArticleSwedish business calls for stronger EU growth agenda
The Confederation of Swedish Enterprise is urging Sweden’s next government to make growth a guiding principle of its EU policy, with a stronger focus on competitiveness and faster decision-making.
ArticleEurope needs better pensions — not one-size-fits-all rules
The European Commission has presented a comprehensive pension package. Although the ambition is commendable, the EU’s effort must not undermine well-functioning national pension systems, writes David Johnsson, Director International Employment Affairs.
ArticleIreland’s EU Presidency must accelerate actions to improve European competitiveness
Ahead of the Irish Presidency of the Council of the European Union, BusinessEurope’s Council of Presidents gathered in Dublin. ”Delivering impactful action to put the European economy back on track is more urgent than ever”, BusinessEurope President Fredrik Persson says.
ArticleThe competitiveness blind spot
The summer of 2026 may become a defining moment for Europe’s competitiveness agenda. The Commission has announced presentations of Innovation Act, Startup and Scaleup Strategy as well as proposed changes to the rules on public procurement. There are also substantial discussions on research policy.
ArticleSimplification in Focus as D9+ Met in Luxembourg
Regulatory simplification, digital sovereignty, and European competitiveness were the topics when ministers and business representatives from the D9+ countries met recently. The message from the business community was clear: focus must be on simplifying and implementing existing rules.
