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Mentoring: a career tailwind

26 Mar 2025
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Europe faces a pressing digital skills gap, with 44% of citizens lacking basic digital competencies and over 149,000 information technology roles unfilled in Germany alone. To address these challenges, HP has committed to advancing digital equity for 150 million people by 2030. In partnership with the ReDI School of Digital Integration, HP supports training for over 4,000 students each semester, many of whom are migrants or  marginalised locals. HP employees serve as mentors, helping students build skills and confidence. Through equipment donations and programme support, HP remains committed to empowering Europe’s diverse talent pool and strengthening its digital future. Learn more on Invested in Europe.

AmCham EU elects new Vice-Chair of the Board

25 Mar 2025
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AmCham EU is pleased to announce that Jean-Marc Leclerc (IBM) has been elected as Vice-Chair (Corporate) of the Board of Directors for a two-year term. Jean-Marc Leclerc succeeds Nikolaas Baeckelmans (ExxonMobil). AmCham EU would like to thank Mr Baeckelmans for his extraordinary work and commitment over the past years on the Board of Directors.

How will the EU life science strategy achieve competitiveness?

25 Mar 2025
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Healthcare

On Tuesday, 25 March, AmCham EU hosted a discussion on the EU’s forthcoming life sciences strategy and its role in enhancing the sector’s global competitiveness. Ann-Sofie Rönnlund, Member of Cabinet to Commissioner Zaharieva, outlined the Commission’s vision to promote innovation, resilience and patient access. Moderated by Felix Uedelhoven (GE Healthcare), Chair, Healthcare Committee, AmCham EU, the event explored how the EU can create a supportive regulatory and investment environment. Speakers stressed the importance of public-private collaboration and adequate public funding to boost research and innovation, positioning Europe as a global leader in health and ensuring long-term sustainability for patients, healthcare systems and businesses. 

Transatlantic Dinner 2025: strengthening EU-US cooperation

20 Mar 2025
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On Tuesday, 18 March, AmCham EU hosted a Transatlantic Dinner featuring MEPs Bernd Lange (S&D, DE), Virginius Sinkevicius (Greens/EFA, LT), Marie-Pierre Vedrenne (RE, FR) and Zeljana Zovko (EPP, HR), who discussed challenges facing the transatlantic relationship such as geopolitical tensions, competitiveness and security, reaffirming the necessity of continued cooperation. Liam Benham (Boeing), Chair, AmCham EU underscored the resilience and importance of the EU-US relationship, emphasising the need to protect economies from potential trade disputes. Malte Lohan, CEO, AmCham EU highlighted the critical moment facing the transatlantic alliance, urging policymakers to foster predictability and stability for businesses.  

Transatlantic 2025: in review

19 Mar 2025
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This year’s Transatlantic Conference put the spotlight on how the EU and US can strengthen their partnership amid rising global uncertainty. Taking place on Tuesday, 18 March, the event brought together industry leaders, policymakers and experts from both sides of the Atlantic to discuss the key challenges shaping transatlantic relations. From trade and investment to emerging technologies and defence cooperation. While the waters may be choppy, the discussions made one the clear - the need for continued transatlantic alignment to maintain competitiveness and security in an increasingly fragmented world. 

Connecting with the AmChams at the Brussels Briefing

19 Mar 2025

From Monday, 17 March to Tuesday, 18 March 2025, AmCham EU hosted the Brussels Briefing, bringing together European AmChams to discuss transatlantic leadership shifts and policy priorities. The event featured  interactive workshops and networking opportunities. Key discussions covered the EU’s legislative outlook, transatlantic competitiveness and digital and sustainability policy. Participants explored strategies to strengthen transatlantic ties and support business growth. The briefing concluded with a debriefing session followed by the Transatlantic Conference, reinforcing collaboration among AmChams.

Presenting the highlights of the transatlantic economy

19 Mar 2025
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During the week of Monday, 17 March AmCham EU shared the key findings of The Transatlantic Economy 2025 with the European Parliament’s Delegation for Relations with the US and trade attachés from various Member States’ Permanent Representations to the EU. The presentations equipped stakeholders with the latest facts and figures on transatlantic jobs, trade and investment ahead of meetings with their US counterparts. The 2025 report highlights the importance of commercial links between Europe and the US, which in 2024 were valued at a record $9.5 (€8.7) trillion and supported over 16 million jobs on both sides of Atlantic. 

Strengthening Transatlantic business ties

19 Mar 2025
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On Tuesday, 18 March 2025, AmCham EU hosted Presidents and Directors from 15 European AmChams in Brussels for a high-level exchange on EU policy priorities, competitiveness and transatlantic relations. In discussions with EU policymakers, including representatives from the European Parliament, Commission and Council, participants reinforced the role AmCham's play as a voice for American business in Europe. With continued relationship-building and collaboration, AmChams across Europe remain committed to fostering a strong and competitive transatlantic partnership. 

Launch of The Transatlantic Economy 2025

17 Mar 2025
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As headlines blare that Europe and the US are drifting apart, commercial ties between the two sides – the deepest and broadest between any two regions in history – are accelerating. In a new study, authors Daniel Hamilton, Senior Fellow at the Foreign Policy Institute of Johns Hopkins University’s Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies, and Joseph Quinlan, Senior Fellow at the Transatlantic Leadership Network, value the transatlantic economy at a new estimated high of $9.5 (€8.7) trillion in 2024, up from $8.7 (€8) trillion the previous year. This figure comprises an estimated record $2 (€1.8) trillion in goods and services trade between Europe and the US and $7.5 (€6.9) trillion in combined affiliate sales. 

US steel and aluminium tariffs: American business in Europe responds

12 Mar 2025
All committees

Today, the US administration imposed tariffs on steel and aluminium, including EU imports. In response, Malte Lohan, CEO, American Chamber of Commerce to the EU (AmCham EU), expressed the opposition of American business in Europe to the decision, stating: ‘The US administration’s new steel and aluminium tariffs are not the same as those imposed in 2018. They are more stringent and cover a range of downstream products, meaning their impact will be harsher and affect even more sectors.’ 

Fostering a competitive environment through the Critical Medicines Act

11 Mar 2025
Healthcare

Securing robust and diversified life sciences supply chains is essential for Europe to maintain a continuous and stable provision of medical products, both domestically and globally, especially during crises. Today, the European Commission presented the Critical Medicines Act, which represents a vital opportunity to achieve this goal by: ensuring the continued functioning of open global supply chains to deliver timely patient access; promoting collaboration with international partners and all stakeholders to improve global supply chain flexibility, diversification and resilience; strengthening open trade in life sciences and avoiding restrictive or protectionist measures, which could negatively impact production, supply resilience and availability. 

Accelerating action on International Women's Day 2025

7 Mar 2025
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

133 years. That’s how long it will take to achieve global gender equality at the current rate of progress. As priorities shift and diversity efforts face growing scrutiny, progress risks stalling rather than accelerating. Meanwhile gender disparities remain across the world. Women still earn 23% less than men and the share of women in leadership roles is 31%, limiting innovation and economic growth. Yet, businesses that prioritise inclusive leadership consistently outperform those that don’t. Businesses, policymakers and society must work together to accelerate action and bring about meaningful change. Equality cannot wait another century. 

Navigating Europe's water challenges

4 Mar 2025
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Environment

Water is essential to Europe’s economy, environment and communities. Yet increasing pressures from climate change, pollution and rising demand threaten long-term water security. Resilience requires collective action. Businesses, policymakers and communities must work together to drive sustainable water management. Companies are already stepping up, investing in innovative solutions such as artificial intelligence-driven monitoring, industrial water recycling and circular economy models. But more must be done to scale these efforts. How can businesses and policymakers collaborate to secure Europe’s water future? Learn more about the path forward and what our members are doing to help. 

Calling for action in Antwerp

28 Feb 2025
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One year after the launch of the Antwerp Declaration, 400 business leaders, industry representatives and worker organisations met in Antwerp to discuss the newly published Clean Industrial Deal (CID). Taking place on Wednesday, 26 February, Roger Coelho, Senior Policy Director, AmCham EU represented the organisation. With European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in attendance, business leaders stressed the need to restore Europe’s industrial competitiveness, attract investment and implement the European Green Deal. High energy costs, regulatory overlap and protectionist trends threaten Europe’s economic future, and decisive policies are needed to ensure the region remains an attractive hub for innovation and industry. 

Accelerating women’s leadership: turning dialogue into action

26 Feb 2025
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

As priorities shift and diversity efforts come under increasing scrutiny, one fact remains: companies that invest in inclusive leadership outperform those that don’t. Yet, women continue to be underrepresented in executive roles and boardrooms. This International Women’s Day, in partnership with the Brussels Binder, join us for a discussion on how we can #AccelerateAction to break barriers, advance women’s leadership and drive meaningful change. Featuring insights from industry leaders, policymakers and diversity advocates, we will explore strategies to fast-track gender equity and empower the next generation of female executives. Let’s turn dialogue into action and shape a more inclusive corporate future.

A Clean Industrial Deal to boost competitiveness and decarbonisation

26 Feb 2025
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Environment
Transport, Energy & Climate

The Clean Industrial Deal (CID) is an important contribution to the EU’s strategy to accelerate decarbonisation and ensure industrial competitiveness. The plan will seek to de-risk private investment, secure energy affordability and ensure regulatory simplification. The recognition of technological neutrality will strengthen investment conditions and allow for a wider range of clean technologies to contribute to Europe’s climate goals.

Omnibus package: a step forward, but more work needed for simplification

26 Feb 2025
All committees

The European Commission’s Omnibus package is a long-overdue step towards cutting through the regulatory complexity that has been stifling European competitiveness. The reductions in scope, removal of sector-specific standards and streamlined obligations under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and the Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive are necessary and pragmatic reforms. These changes provide some relief to businesses that have been weighed down by excessive compliance burdens, legal uncertainty and administrative inefficiencies. Changes to the Taxonomy Regulation are also a welcome shift towards a more useable system, however large companies will still fall within scope of mandatory reporting. Simplifications to the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) are a welcome step towards a more effective and balanced framework.

Unlocking Europe’s clean industrial future

25 Feb 2025
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The Clean Industrial Deal (CID) presents a crucial opportunity to strengthen Europe’s industrial competitiveness while accelerating the clean transition. To succeed, it must provide a stable and predictable regulatory framework that gives industry the confidence to invest in clean technologies. Without regulatory clarity and adequate financial support, businesses face uncertainty, delaying much-needed investments. The CID must focus on unlocking non-discriminatory financial incentives, ensuring regulatory simplification, securing energy affordability and enhancing transatlantic collaboration. Learn how the CID can shape Europe’s clean industrial future. 

Three years on: American business in Europe remains committed to Ukraine

24 Feb 2025
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Ukraine Task Force

Today marks three years since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The American Chamber of Commerce to the EU (AmCham EU) continues to condemn the war as a clear violation of international law and a threat to the fundamental values we stand for. American companies in Europe remain steadfast in their support for Ukraine’s sovereignty, peace and the country’s economic reconstruction and recovery. A recent survey of AmCham EU member companies confirmed their strong commitment to Ukraine’s future, with all respondents expecting their company to play a role in supporting Ukraine and its reconstruction. Long-term security and stability are critical pillars for private investment and the country’s future economic resilience.

Engaging with Denmark before the upcoming Danish Presidency

24 Feb 2025
All committees

From Wednesday, 19 February to Friday, 21 February, AmCham EU visited Copenhagen, Denmark ahead of the Danish Presidency of the Council of the European Union. The delegates took part in several meetings, including with the Minister of European Affairs, Minister of Industry, Minister for Digital Affairs and Minister of Climate, Energy and Utilities. This is part of AmCham EU’s longstanding efforts to engage with every Presidency given the important role they play in the Council.  

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