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AmCham EU visits member company's Dow site in the Netherlands

On Monday, 27 January 2020, the entire AmCham EU secretariat visited the Dow site in Terneuzen, the Netherlands. The secretariat met some of the staff at the new Diamond Centre, toured the manufacturing plant and discussed many topics including inclusion and sustainability. It was incredibly valuable to understand the work of one of AmCham EU's member companies as well as being a highly interesting and educational visit. 
 

AmCham EU joined the 21st Annual State of American Business event hosted by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce

On Thursday, 9 January 2020 the U.S. Chamber of Commerce hosted the 21st Annual State of American Business event. Through real-time video integration in a series of live watch events across the United States and around the world, AmCham EU was present and actively participated in the American business watch party.

You can watch the full event here.

7th Annual Transatlantic Digital Economy Conference: Europe’s digital leadership beyond 2020

AmCham EU welcomed nearly 100 participants for its 7th edition of the Annual Transatlantic Digital Economy Conference on Tuesday, 10 December. This year’s theme: ‘Europe’s digital leadership beyond 2020’.

AmCham EU regrets that the World Trade Organization Appellate Body goes dormant

Wednesday, 11 December 2019. The American Chamber of Commerce to the EU (AmCham EU) regrets the paralysis of the WTO dispute settlement system, which leaves the WTO without an enforcement mechanism.

Lunch with 30 US ECON Officers posted across Europe

On Wednesday, 4 December 2019, AmCham EU hosted a delegation of 30 US State Department Economic Officers posted in US Missions across Europe for an informative lunch. This event was a unique opportunity to share ideas and best policy practices for collaboration at the Member State level. Discussions covered topics such as the transatlantic partnership, trade, healthcare, security, space, defence as well as consumer affairs.

AmCham EU and AmCham Croatia team up to co-host Presidency Reception

On Tuesday, 3 December AmCham EU and AmCham Croatia hosted a reception to welcome the incoming Croatian Presidency of the Council of the European Union. Ambassador Irena Andrassy, Permanent Representative of Croatia to the EU, and Vice-President of the European Commission, Dubravka Suica both gave opening remarks.

Euro-Mediterranean Association Agreements: AmCham EU responds to European Commission Consultation

AmCham EU members have responded to the European Commission’s public consultation on the trade component of the EU’s Euro-Mediterranean Association Agreements with six partner countries, including Algeria, Egypt, Jordan, Lebanon, Morocco and Tunisia.

AmCham EU discusses foreign interference with John C. Demers, US Justice Department

On Friday, 22 November 2019, AmCham EU welcomed John C. Demers, Assistant Attorney General on National Security and representatives from the National Security Division of the US Justice Department. Discussions focused on recent cases of foreign interference in politics and business; the changing nature of Chinese activities in the US, and hybrid and cyber security threats.

Recommendations to the European Parliament

We have published some key recommendations for the new European Parliament that take into account EU challenges like the Brexit vote, the rise of populism, and the EU's need to demonstrate the ability to take the lead and deliver for European citizens. As the effects of digitalisation and globalisation continue to transform our economies, societies around the world are pressured to become more resilient. Check out our recommendations here to find out more.