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Jan 13, 22:08

EU Urged to Avoid Weakening Worker and Environmental Protections in Competitiveness Push

Over 250 European civil society groups sent an open letter to the European Commission expressing concerns that the upcoming "competitiveness compass" could weaken environmental and worker protections, costing governments €55 billion annually, and urging the EU to not sacrifice these protections in a...

EU Urged to Avoid Weakening Worker and Environmental Protections in Competitiveness Push

Over 250 European civil society groups sent an open letter to the European Commission expressing concerns that the upcoming "competitiveness compass" could weaken environmental and worker protections, costing governments €55 billion annually, and urging the EU to not sacrifice these protections in a...

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How might industry lobbying influence the final shape of the EU's 'competitiveness compass' and what are the potential consequences?

The civil society groups' letter highlights the risk of industry lobbying influencing the EU's 'competitiveness compass'. The groups argue that simplifying regulations shouldn't compromise social and environmental protections, particularly given that European industries, like carmakers, bear some responsibility for current challenges. The letter points out the potential for this new policy to roll back existing environmental protections in exchange for new, less effective rules.

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Dec 19, 13:11

Europe's Economic Crisis: Innovation Gap and US Trade Tensions

Europe's economy faces a crisis due to a lack of innovation, aging populations, and potential US trade conflicts, jeopardizing its social welfare model and potentially triggering austerity measures.

Europe's Economic Crisis: Innovation Gap and US Trade Tensions

Europe's economy faces a crisis due to a lack of innovation, aging populations, and potential US trade conflicts, jeopardizing its social welfare model and potentially triggering austerity measures.

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What are the most significant economic challenges facing Europe, and what are their immediate consequences?

Europe faces a converging crisis: slowing economic growth, declining competitiveness, and potential trade conflicts with the US. A lack of innovation, particularly in technology, is a major factor, with only four of the world's top 50 tech companies being European. This situation is exacerbated by a rapidly aging population and a shortage of highly skilled workers, exemplified by Germany's automotive industry struggles.

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