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On Tuesday, 17 March, AmCham EU hosted its Transatlantic Dinner, bringing together AmCham EU senior members, selected partners and representatives from the European institutions  for an exchange with Andrew Puzder, US Ambassador to the EU and Vsevolod Chentsov, Ukrainian Ambassador to the EU. 

Malte Lohan, CEO, AmCham EU, opened the evening by reaffirming the organisation’s commitment to building a strong Europe and strengthening transatlantic ties. Liam Benham (Boeing), Chair, AmCham EU, highlighted the challenging environment for businesses amid economic and political uncertainty, while underscoring the resilience of the transatlantic economy, now valued at $9.8 trillion. He emphasised the importance of predictability, a competitive Europe and an open investment environment to support growth. 

The discussion also highlighted the role of business in supporting Ukraine’s reconstruction and recovery, as well as the importance of continued cooperation between the EU and US to strengthen economic ties and address shared challenges. 

At a time of growing economic uncertainty and geopolitical fragmentation, this year’s Transatlantic Conference delivered a clear message: the EU-US partnership remains indispensable, but it must adapt. From trade and competitiveness to innovation and security, discussions throughout the day underscored that closer cooperation is essential to sustain growth and shape global standards. While differences persist, rebuilding trust, simplifying the regulatory environment and maintaining open dialogue will be critical to unlocking the full potential of the transatlantic relationship.  

Crossed wires: how to reconnect transatlantic ties?, explored how policymakers and industry can restore momentum in the relationship and cooperate to tackle new realities. Discussions focused on the future of transatlantic trade, Europe’s competitiveness, the role of lawmakers and how trust between partners can be reinforced. 

From Monday, 16 March to Tuesday, 17 March, AmCham EU hosted the Brussels Briefing, bringing together representatives from 23 AmChams across Europe to exchange views on the EU-US business outlook and ongoing policy developments shaping the transatlantic agenda. Under the theme ‘EU-US business outlook 2026: navigating change and opportunity’, the programme focused on how businesses can respond to evolving political dynamics, regulatory changes and economic priorities in Europe and the United States. Through sessions with speakers including Andrew Puzder, US Ambassador to the US, participants covered the Industrial Accelerator Act, competitiveness, digital policy and environmental regulation, while also providing insights into the political landscape within the EU institutions and the broader transatlantic relationship. The event offered a platform for dialogue, knowledge-sharing and strengthening cooperation across the AmCham network.