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The Single Market Emergency Instrument is now in the trialogue negotiations

The original proposal for the Single Market Emergency Instrument (SMEI) was first presented by the European Commission in September 2022. Following long and intense discussions, the file has now entered the trialogue negotiations.

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To regulate or not regulate generative AI: Uphold the principles of best regulation

Have politicians missed how important general purpose AI systems will be to the EU’s AI success and competitiveness? That´s the question that needs to be answered, according to Carolina, Director, Digital policy.

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The EU-Mercosur Free Trade Agreement - A strategic, economic and sustainable win-win

It is time for the EU-Mercosur FTA to be approved. The benefits, on both sides of the Atlantic, could be substantial and could not only facilitate mutually advantageous trade and investment but also contribute to strategic gains and sustainable development.

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Highs and lows in von der Leyen’s speech

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the European Union speech was a mixed bag from a business perspective. “Several question marks remain over whether she can deliver policies that make the EU a centre for innovation and entrepreneurship,” says Anna Stellinger.

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“¡Competitiveness, por favor!”

During its presidency of the EU, Sweden succeeded in putting competitiveness on the bloc’s agenda. As Spain now takes over the presidency, it is imperative that competitiveness remains central to policymaking, writes Anna Stellinger.

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Pilot study – Swedish companies’ compliance costs for handling VAT legislation

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EU and India – new report highlights untapped potential

India and the European Union both stand to gain considerably from building a closer economic relationship. Our mutual trade, and investments in the other’s economy, lie far below their true potential. A new report highlights the challenges and opportunities ahead, and how best to address them.

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