Confederation of Swedish Enterprise
We represent the Swedish Businesses in the EU
ArticleMajor foregone benefits due to delayed Mercosur agreement
The EU’s inability to finalise the trade agreement with Mercosur has resulted in substantial losses in export revenues and GDP gains, according to a new study. The losses are real, and will increase substantially with further delays, writes Björn Wedin, Trade Policy Advisor.
ArticleFour suggestions for Better Regulation within the EU
The growing volume and complexity of regulations in the EU have contributed to increasing regulatory challenges for businesses. The Confederation of Swedish Enterprise therefore welcomes the EU’s increased focus on competitiveness and Better Regulation, writes expert Eva Häussling.
ArticleEU listens to Nordic GDPR proposals, but several questions remain
The European Commission is rapidly proposing regulatory simplifications in the so-called Omnibus proposals. The digital omnibus is an important step towards a more modern and proportionate approach to data protection, but it falls short of the EU’s own simplification targets.
Consolidation of Data-Sharing Rules in the Digital Omnibus
The business community has called for the new digital regulatory framework to be clarified, simplified, and made more consistent. Companies should not face sanctions when it is unclear what compliance entails, writes Carola Ekblad, digital policy expert.
ArticleEuropean competitiveness begins with strategic lawmaking
The Confederation of Swedish Enterprise welcomes the EU’s increased focus on competitiveness and better regulation. Targeted and effective measures are needed to reduce administrative burdens and strengthen the conditions for businesses.
ArticleWith the right focus, the EU’s Competitiveness Fund can make a positive contribution
In July, the European Commission presented its proposal for a European Competitiveness Fund, and the debate about its content is now beginning. “A clear focus on competitiveness is positive – but, as always, there are risks associated with using public funds to steer the market.
EU pauses rules on high-risk AI – but companies still have work to do
The European Commission is proposing amendments to its AI Regulation. The most significant change is that the start of the high-risk rules will be pushed back until harmonised standards and support tools are in place. This aligns with the position of the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise.
