Toasting our new office space with Ambassador Mark Gitenstein

20 Sep 2023
All Committees

On Tuesday, 19 September, AmCham EU held a rentrée reception to celebrate the opening of our new offices, where we had the honour of welcoming Mark Gitenstein, US Ambassador to the EU. He offered a few words on the importance of cooperation and a strong transatlantic relationship, as well as how the private sector can support the rebuilding of Ukraine. In front of AmCham EU members and staff from the US Mission, the office was officially opened with a ceremonial cutting of the ribbon.  

Embracing European Mobility Week with a commitment to sustainable transport

19 Sep 2023
All Committees
Environment

This year’s European Mobility Week, from 16 September until 22 September, is the perfect opportunity to focus on the important role business plays in the journey to decarbonise transportation. The successful transformation of Europe’s entire transport sector hinges on cooperation between the public and private sector and a holistic perspective that accounts for challenges as well as innovation. US companies stand firm in their dedication to climate neutrality and the European Green Deal. Let's build a greener, more sustainable future together! 

Fostering global trade and green solutions at the WTO Public Forum

19 Sep 2023
All Committees
Trade & External Affairs

From Wednesday, 13 September to Friday, 15 September, an AmCham EU delegation visited Geneva, Switzerland to take part in the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) Public Forum. During the trip, delegates met with representatives from a wide range of WTO members to discuss the need for an open and rules-based trade system, WTO reform and the extension of the e-commerce moratorium, among other key topics. The trip was capped off with a panel organised by AmCham EU, focusing on the difference between legitimate environmental policies and green protectionism.