Building a more secure, connected Ukraine

21 Jan 2025
All Committees

Since Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Cisco has worked closely with the Ukrainian government and local partners to help defend its critical infrastructure against cyberattacks, establish Wi-Fi connectivity for Ukrainian refugees and provide Ukrainians with information technology (IT) education to build their digital skills and employability through initiatives like StartIT #Cisco4Ukraine and the Country Digital Acceleration programme. In addition, the company has provided over €19 million in cash, humanitarian assistance and product donations. Find out more about Cisco’s efforts to rebuild Ukraine on Invested in Europe.  

Highlighting the importance of close EU-US trade relations

21 Jan 2025
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Customs & Trade Facilitation
Trade & External Affairs

On Thursday, 16 January, Micol Bertolini, Associate Policy Manager represented AmCham EU at a panel organised by Konrad-Adenauer-Stiftung Europe and the Bundesverband der Deutschen Industrie (BDI). The topic of discussion? EU-US trade relations. Ms Bertolini spoke about why now, with a new administration in the White House, close transatlantic ties are crucial to overcoming shared challenges. With 16 million jobs on both sides of the Atlantic, a strong transatlantic partnership, based on shared values and interests is needed for growth and security for both regions. With EU-US relations entering a new phase, find out how our members see the relationship evolving.

American companies in Europe brace for tougher transatlantic business climate, survey finds

20 Jan 2025
All Committees
Transatlantic

As President Donald Trump takes office, a new survey of American companies in Europe finds that nine in ten anticipate a worsened EU-US trade and investment relationship. Respondents also have a pessimistic outlook on anticipated policy changes, with two-thirds expecting US policies to have a negative impact on their operations in Europe in the coming years. This concern applies to policies on both sides of the Atlantic. When asked the same question about announced EU policies, a majority (52%) also predicted a negative impact. However, 28% expected EU policies to have a ‘somewhat’ or ‘very’ positive influence on their European operations.