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Building space-based secure connectivity

15 Dec 2022
Security, Defence & Space

In October 2022, the EU adopted a space-based Secure Connectivity Programme, meant to create a low earth orbit mega-constellation to service Europe, Africa and the Arctic through high-speed broadband. In order to create a successful framework that adequately integrates shared standards and security, EU policymakers should prioritise transatlantic cooperation, carefully assessed public private partnerships and eligibility for non-EU entities in alignment with existing EU programmes. To read more about the Security, Defence and Space Committee's priorities on the Secure Connectivity Programme, read more here. 

The transatlantic relationship in 2023

13 Dec 2022
Transatlantic

For the final time in 2022, AmCham EU brought together its members and stakeholders for a plenary session to discuss the state of the EU-US relationship. The morning's meeting featured a panel covering the Trade and Technology Council's third ministerial, the outcome of the US midterm elections, the Inflation Reduction Act and more. This year's volatility proved that the EU and US are stronger together, and must remain committed partners in the turbulent years to come.  

Perspectives on the ESPR proposal

12 Dec 2022
Environment

On Wednesday, 7 December, AmCham EU gathered together representatives from both the public and private sectors to discuss the future of sustainable products. Drawing on her role as Shadow Rapporteur, Jessica Polfjärd, MEP (EPP, SE) gave the event’s keynote address on the proposal for Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR).

Shoe-Box project brings family, friends together to give back

12 Dec 2022
All Committees

On Friday, 9 December, AmCham EU hosted its annual event as part of the Samaritans’  Shoe-Box project, giving participants a fun opportunity to give back to the local community. Over holiday music and cookies, members, staff, friends and family came together to pack boxes with non-perishable food items and toiletries to be handed out to the less fortunate. Tis the season for reflection, and while AmCham EU works hard to support our members, we also strive to be leaders in the local community. Read more about our efforts to give back here.  

EU-Chile Agreement: AmCham EU welcomes conclusion and renews calls for progress on all EU trade agreements

9 Dec 2022
Trade & External Affairs

AmCham EU welcomes the conclusion of the negotiations on the EU-Chile Advanced Framework Agreement and encourages a swift ratification process. The deal has the potential to advance the bilateral economic relationship between Chile and the EU as well as strengthen the EU’s global trade network. AmCham EU also renews previous calls on EU institutions to reignite efforts to make progress on the several ongoing negotiations on free trade agreements (FTAs) with third countries. 

Membership update: AmCham EU welcomes new members Koch Companies and Kyndryl

7 Dec 2022
All Committees

We are delighted to announce our membership has grown as Koch Companies and Kyndryl have been approved as new members. Koch Companies, based in Wichita, Kansas, works across sectors in many Member States, employing over 10,000 people in their manufacturing facilities. Based in New York, New York, Kyndryl is a technology services company valued at $19 billion, committed to simplifying complex technological environments for their clients all over the world. We're wishing a warm welcome to our new members and look forward to working closely on our advocacy efforts in the future.  

The secret ingredients to inclusion

7 Dec 2022
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

On Tuesday, 6 December, AmCham EU hosted a high-level diversity and inclusion gastronomic lunch to mark the 30th anniversary of the International Day of People with Disabilities. The lunch took place at 65 degrés – a restaurant driving change by employing people with disabilities – and featured a keynote speech from Helena Dalli, European Commissioner for Equality. 

Thoughts on the TTC at the Greek Economic Summit

6 Dec 2022
Transatlantic

As part of AmCham Greece’s 33rd Greek Economic Summit, Susan Danger, CEO, AmCham EU, participated in a panel titled ‘The course of Transatlantic Relations and the EU-US Trade and Technology Council (TTC)’ on Monday, 5 December. She spoke about the challenging but positive state of the transatlantic relationship in light of the current geopolitical context and discussed the importance of the TTC as a global reference for trade and investments.   

Stakeholder engagement at the TTC

6 Dec 2022
Transatlantic

On Monday, 5 December, Susan Danger, CEO, AmCham EU, took part in the panel ‘Advancing Development of Sustainable, Transparent and Resilient Supply Chains’ as part of the Trade and Technology Council’s (TTC) third ministerial Stakeholder Roundtable. The discussion sought to maximise the outcomes from the TTC, particularly on issues such as supply chains and semiconductors.  

At a turning point: Healthcare systems in Central and Eastern Europe

6 Dec 2022
Healthcare

As governments rise to the challenge of managing the interlinked dynamics of population health and economic uncertainty, At a turning point: Healthcare systems in Central and Eastern Europe highlights the key differences and commonalities in healthcare financing and policy approaches across 13 European countries. The report, written by the Economist Impact, identifies major trends and aims to benchmark access and provision of healthcare services, medicines, healthcare outcomes as well as quality of care. It also puts forward a number of recommendations for action, in areas such as financing models, delivery of care, access to innovative treatments, diagnostics and digital infrastructure.

Trade and Technology Council: US business in Europe supports outcomes of third ministerial

6 Dec 2022
All Committees
Transatlantic

EU and US leaders met yesterday in Maryland, United States, for the third ministerial meeting of the Trade and Technology Council (TTC). They outlined an ambitious list of deliverables in a range of areas, including artificial intelligence, standards, quantum, digital infrastructure and connectivity in third countries, semiconductor supply chain resilience, vaccines, skills and sustainable trade.

EMPOWER HER breakfast

5 Dec 2022
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

On Monday, 5 December, AmCham EU’s week started with a high-level breakfast with Diane Farrell, Deputy Under Secretary for International Trade, US Department of Commerce. Member companies and colleagues from the US government and the US Mission to the EU had the opportunity to discuss women’s economic empowerment on both side of the Atlantic.

Assessing the geopolitical reality

1 Dec 2022
Transatlantic

Speaking on what the transatlantic relationship means in today's world, Susan Danger, CEO, AmCham EU joined the ‘Geopolitical Realities in a Changing World’ panel alongside Theresa Fallon, Director, Centre for Russia Europe Asia Studies (CREAS) and Radosław Sikorski, MEP (PL, EPP) at the Martens Centre's Annual European Ideas Forum on Wednesday 30 November. The discussion, moderated by Peter Hefele, Policy Director, Martens Centre, looked at the current global dynamics in light of recent issues such as the war in Ukraine and Brexit, with a particular focus on transatlantic, intra-European and Indo-Pacific relationships. 

Industry calls for improving the EUCS

1 Dec 2022
Digital Economy

On Thursday, 1 December, together with other industry groups, AmCham EU called for technical, not political, requirements to be included in the forthcoming European Cybersecurity Certification Scheme for Cloud Services (EUCS). Our members are working to build a competitive, innovative and resilient economy while upholding data privacy, effective cybersecurity protection and open markets. An inclusive and non-discriminatory EUCS that leverages the most innovative and trusted cloud services from around the world will allow industry and government to reach these shared goals. Read more about the joint statement.  

Towards the right direction: the General Approach to the European Chips Act

1 Dec 2022
Digital Economy

On Thursday, 1 December, the Competitiveness Council agreed on the General Approach to the European Chips Act, which will  ensure the availability of semiconductors across sectors and for all types and generations of chips. AmCham EU strongly supports the swift progress made on semiconductors regulation, as part of the EU’s ambition to develop a more geographically diversified, sustainable and resilient semiconductor supply chain. The speed at which the Presidency of the Council to the European Union and Member States reached a common position reflects the urgent need to make Europe’s semiconductor supply chain more resilient and to mobilise larger investments into innovative technology.

TTC: Priorities for the third ministerial meeting

29 Nov 2022
All Committees
Digital Economy
Trade & External Affairs

On Monday, 5 December, the third ministerial meeting of the EU-US Trade and Technology Council (TTC) will take place in the Washington, DC area. As leaders prepare to convene in a few days, the American Chamber of Commerce to the EU (AmCham EU) has outlined its priorities in areas such as emerging technologies, sustainability, resilient supply chains and healthcare.

What's ahead for the next ten years in digital?

29 Nov 2022
All Committees
Digital Economy

The EU and the US must take advantage of the upcoming Trade and Technology Council (TTC) ministerial to enhance collaboration and strengthen the transatlantic relationship, according to Margrethe Vestager, Executive Vice-President, A Europe Fit for the Digital Age, European Commission, who gave the keynote address at the 10th Annual Transatlantic Digital Economy Conference on Tuesday, 29 November. In an age of geopolitical instability, fora like the TTC are a powerful tool for delivering resilience to an increasingly digitalised society. With the council’s third ministerial meeting next week, this year’s conference comes at just the right moment. Couldn’t attend? Find out what you missed. 

Financial coordination across Europe

28 Nov 2022
Financial Services

AmCham EU visited Paris and Strasbourg last week to meet with senior representatives in the financial services sector and discuss topics such as the Capital Markets Union, Capital Requirements Directive and sustainable finance. Across Europe and the Atlantic, we have to keep working together to build a more resilient economy.

COP27 ends, but the conversation continues

28 Nov 2022
Environment
Transport, Energy & Climate

Transitioning to a more sustainable economy is the defining challenge of the 21st century, and American companies invested in Europe are committed to doing their part. Transatlantic leadership and international cooperation are key to achieving critical global climate goals, especially keeping global warming below 1.5 degrees Celsius. With those aims in mind, many members of the American Chamber of Commerce to the EU, along with thousands of delegates from all over the world, participated in the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in November. 

Join the Shoe-Box project: get crafty with friends and family!

24 Nov 2022
All Committees

Help us make this holiday season a little brighter for those less fortunate – join The Samaritans’ Shoe-Box project! There are many who are disadvantaged without enough food to eat and unable to celebrate the holidays. This festive season let’s be kind to one another, join with your friends and family on Friday, 9 December, from 15.00-17.00 and help us give back to our community - because everyone deserves a gift. 

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