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On Thursday, 24 October, Andrew Hill, Senior Policy Adviser, AmCham EU represented the organisation by speaking at the Conference on Foreign Investment Screening, hosted by the CELIS Institute.The discussion focused on the evolving landscape of investment screening in Europe and ways to ensure that the Foreign Investment Screening Regulation best supports Europe’s security. It also highlighted the importance of honing investment screening towards the most risky investments, while creating optimal pathways for cooperation between agencies. Panellists also highlighted the growing need for transatlantic cooperation, the drive toward transparent screening mechanisms and the development of investment screening as a practice, and the future of investment screening in view of economic security. 

As Cyprus prepares to take on the rotating Presidency of the Council of the EU in January 2026, AmCham EU was pleased to welcome Ambassador Giorgos Ioannides for a high-level exchange on Monday, 15 September. The discussions focused on shared priorities, including competitiveness, transatlantic relations, digital policy, healthcare and sustainability, among others. The Ambassador underlined Cyprus’ commitment to strengthening EU-US ties and driving forward a pragmatic agenda. AmCham EU looks forward to working closely with Cyprus on common objectives to help ensure a successful Presidency. Read our recommendations to the Danish Presidency here. 

From Monday, 30 June to Tuesday, 1 July, AmCham EU visited Copenhagen, Denmark to engage with Danish and US stakeholders on international tax files. Delegates met with representatives from the Danish Chamber of Commerce, Danish Industry, Danish Ministry of Taxation and the US Embassy to exchange views on the Danish Presidency’s priorities and the evolving tax policy landscape, including simplification at the EU level and developments regarding Pillar 2. The meetings highlighted the need to simplify tax policy to create an environment that supports investment, innovation and growth.