Enhancing transatlantic integration with the US Department of State
AmCham EU met with José Fernandez, Under Secretary for Economic Growth, Energy, and the Environment, US Department of State on Friday, 30 September. The meeting was attended by Chairs and Vice-Chairs from six committees, showcasing how horizontal the discussion was. During the meeting, the group covered the role of the private sector in Ukraine's recovery, the current Commission's legislative agenda and the likely focus of the next Commission as well as insights on the process around the EU-US Trade and Technology Council.
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As Ukraine advances on its path toward EU accession, the country will need legal experts who understand both Ukrainian law and the EU’s complex legal framework. Jones Day is helping prepare the next generation of lawyers through its ‘Future in Europe Program – European Union Law Studies for Ukraine’, launched in April 2026 in partnership with Chernivtsi National University. Open to law students across Ukraine, the 14-session online course covers core areas of EU law, from internal market legislation and trade to competition, intellectual property, human rights and environmental, social and governance considerations. By expanding access to legal education, the programme supports Ukraine’s future in the EU and strengthens the foundations for the rule of law. Read the full story on Invested in Europe.
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